Looking for a short stay abroad? Then take part in a short-term blended mobility program!
Why should I do that?
Short-term stays are a great opportunity to gain international experience in a short space of time, to get to know another university and different teaching and learning cultures, and to make new friends across Europe.
If you have any questions, please contact us by email at BIP[AT]UNI-WEIMAR.DE
What does ‘short-term blended’ mean?
What does ‘short-term’ mean?
Short-term stays abroad last 5–30 days. Typically, a short-term stay abroad is part of a course, project, or module at Bauhaus University. In contrast, long-term or semester-long stays last 2–12 months.
What does ‘blended’ mean?
Blended means that the course, project, or module consists of at least one virtual or online phase and one short stay at one of our ERASMUS partner universities in another European country.
What is the difference between ‘Short-Term Blended’ and ‘Blended Intensive Programmes’ (BIP)?
The similar names can be confusing. Essentially, the difference between the two formats lies in the number of participating universities. BIPs involve at least 3 different universities from at least 3 different EU countries. Short-Term Blended formats involve at least 2 universities from at least 2 different EU countries. For this format, a justification is also required explaining why a BIP or long-term funding is not possible. Currently, we can only fund Short-Term Blended (non-BIP) formats with BAUHAUS4EU partners.
Mobility Formats
| Blended Intensive programmes (BIP) |
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| A BIP involves at least 10 students from at least 3 different universities in at least 3 different countries. |
| Short-Term Blended (BAUHAUS4EU partnerships) |
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| A short-term blended course involves at least 2 different universities from at least 2 different countries. This mobility program is available only for events at BAUHAUS4EU partner universities. |
Requirements
| 1) Participating students must be enrolled at the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar |
| 2) The university where the course takes place must have an ERASMUS partnership agreement with your faculty at the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar |
3) The course must meet the following requirements:
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How do I find a suitable course?
Option 1 |
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| Courses at Bauhaus University are already designed to include a short stay abroad as part of a Short-Term Blended or Blended Intensive Program (BIP). If you are unsure, please speak with your lectruer. |
| Option 2 (exclusively for events at BAUHAUS4EU partner universities) |
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| You can independently search for a course designed as a Short-Term Blended or Blended Intensive Program (BIP) mobility (e.g., Summer School). This option is only available for short-term programs with explicit BAUHAUS4EU partners. |
Funding Short-Term
Information on funding amounts under the ERASMUS+ Programme
Information on funding amounts under the ERASMUS+ Programme
| The funding rates and eligibility criteria for the ERASMUS program are determined by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD). The amount of the scholarship awarded to students is based on the information they provide regarding the duration of their stay, means of travel, and social top-ups in the “Application for an ERASMUS Scholarship,” as well as the available budget of the International Office. Given this, it is possible that the financial ERASMUS funding period may be shorter than the duration of the student’s stay. Students will be informed of the exact grant amount when the “Grant Agreements” are sent out. If you do not submit all required documents, you will be required to repay your ERASMUS grant in part or in full. |
General conditions
General conditions
| General Conditions for Blended Intensive Programmes (BIP) |
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| 1) At least 3 partner universities |
| 2) At least 3 different EU countries |
| 3) Duration: a minimum of 5 to a maximum of 30 days of stay |
| 4) Currently, the International Office considers a maximum of 7 days of the stay to be eligible for funding |
| 5) Virtual component: Various models are possible before, during, and/or after the stay |
| 6) ECTS: At least 3 |
| short-term blended (with Bauhaus4EU Partners) |
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| 1) At least 2 partner universities |
| 2) At least 2 different EU countries |
| 3) Duration: a minimum of 5 to a maximum of 30 days of stay |
| 4) Currently, the International Office considers a maximum of 7 days of the stay to be eligible for funding |
| 5) Virtual component: Various models are possible before, during, and/or after the stay |
| 6) ECTS: At least 3 |
Stay and Travel Funding
Stay and Travel Funding
For the in-person phase, funding is calculated based on the number of days spent on site plus the required travel time. For standard travel (e.g. plane, car), up to 2 travel days may be requested. For green travel (e.g. train, bicycle), up to a maximum of 6 travel days are possible. Proof of the number of travel days must be provided after the stay (e.g. train tickets).
| Daily Subsistence (Stay) |
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| 79 EUR / per day |
| Travel days: outward and return |
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| 79 EUR / per day (max. 2 days for standard travel / max. 6 days for green travel) |
Social Top-Up + Green Travel
Travel Allowance: Standard + Green Travel
Travel Allowance: Standard + Green Travel
Travel costs are subsidised at a standard flat rate across Europe, based on the distance (as the crow flies) between the point of departure and the destination of the journey (> according to the European Commission’s distance calculator). The travel allowance is redeemed as a one-off sum, depending on the distance and the mode of transport (Standard or Green). To apply for ‘green’ travel, at least 50 per cent of the total distance must be made using sustainable modes of transport (train, bicycle, carpooling).
| Travel distance | Standard Travel / Green Travel |
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| 10 to 99 kilometres | 28 EUR Standard / 56 EUR Green |
| 100 to 499 kilometres | 211 EUR Standard / 285 EUR Green |
| 500 to 1,999 kilometres | 309 EUR Standard / 417 EUR Green |
| 2,000 to 2,999 kilometres | 395 EUR Standard / 535 EUR Green |
| 3,000 to 3,999 kilometres | 580 EUR Standard / 785 EUR Green |
| 4,000 to 7,999 kilometres | 1,188 EUR Standard or Green |
| 8,000 kilometres and over | 1,735 EUR Standard or Green |
Social Top-Ups: Options
What are Social Top-Ups?
| Social Top-Ups under the ERASMUS Program are additional financial grants that students can receive under certain conditions (see below). The goal of Social Top-Ups in the ERASMUS Program is to promote equal opportunity, strengthen social justice in higher education, and make the ERASMUS Program more accessible to disadvantaged or underprivileged groups. Social Top-Ups for short-term mobility are funded as a one-time lump sum of 100 EUR. In general, the eligibility criteria and funding amounts differ between short-term and long-term mobilities. For detailed information, please follow this link below: |
Students who are eligible to receive an ERASMUS grant may also apply for one of the following Social Top-Ups:
| Social Top-Up Categories = 100 EUR / one-time lump sum per short-term stay |
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| “First-time academics” = Parents do not have an academic background (e.g. apprenticeship) |
| “Working Students” = Students are employed (min. 450 EUR / max. 850 EUR monthly net income) |
| “Students with a disability” = Students with a degree of disability (GdB) of 20 or higher may apply for this top-up |
| “Students with a chronic illness” = The classification of an illness as “chronic” is based on the definition provided by the Federal Ministry of Health. A medical certificate (no more than 6 months old) is required for this. |
| “Students with a child(dren)” = The prerequisite is that the child or children must be living with the student for the entire duration of the stay |
* Some Social Top-Ups are credited towards the BAföG for study abroad following a > federal decree of 8 May 2024.
Overview of All Funding Options
Overview of All Funding Options
| Person travels green ("Green Travel Top-Up") | Person receives "Social Top-Up" | Funding amount | |
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Option 1 + Green Travel + Social Top-Up | yes | yes | The person receives a daily allowance of 79 EUR for the stay
+ Daily allowance of 79 EUR for 2 travel days
> PLUS daily allowance of 79 EUR for up to 4 additional travel days for “Green Travel”
+ Travel allowance (flat rate) for “Green Travel” based on travel distance
+ One-time payment of 100 EUR for the Social Top-Up |
Option 2 + Green Travel | yes | no | The person receives a daily allowance of 79 EUR for the stay
+ Daily allowance of 79 EUR for 2 travel days
>PLUS daily allowance of 79 EUR for up to 4 additional travel days for “Green Travel”
+ Travel allowance (flat rate) for “Green Travel” based on travel distance |
Option 3 + Social Top-Up | no | yes | The person receives a daily allowance of 79 euros for the stay
+ Daily allowance of 79 EUR for 2 days of travel
+ Travel allowance (flat rate) for a “standard trip” based on travel distance
+ A one-time payment of 100 EUR for the Social Top-Up |
Option 4 + no additional funding | no | no | The person receives a daily allowance of 79 euros for the stay
+ Daily allowance of 79 EUR for 2 days of travel
+ Travel allowance (flat rate) for a “standard trip” based on travel distance |
