Erasmus Ireland

12/10/2026

Minister James Lawless officially launches Erasmus Days 2026 in Ireland as the initiative celebrates its 10th anniversary and takes place during Ireland’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union 🇮🇪🇪🇺

From 12–17 October, people across Europe will come together through Erasmus Days to celebrate the opportunities, connections and lasting impact of Erasmus+. In his message, the Minister reflects on the importance of skills, cooperation and international engagement through the programme.

As the Irish National Agency for Erasmus+ in higher education, we're delighted to support Erasmus Days and look forward to seeing the many events taking place across Ireland and Europe throughout the week.

Department of Further and Higher Education Research Innovation & Science James Lawless TD European Commission Representation in Ireland

23/09/2026

‘Canadian membership of Erasmus+ can give your students, and ours, more opportunity to learn at some of the world’s top universities, to broaden their horizons, and to build lasting ties that will sustain our alliance for the future’

In his address to the European Parliament on 17 September, the Prime Minister of Canada, Mark Carney, highlighted Erasmus+ as part of his vision for deeper EU-Canada cooperation, emphasising the role of education, mobility and people-to-people connections in strengthening transatlantic ties.

Read the address here: https://www.pm.gc.ca/en/news/speeches/2026/09/17/prime-minister-carney-delivers-address-european-parliament

European Parliament European Commission Representation in Ireland

Thank you for granting me the honour of addressing you all at the beginning of this decisive session.

17/04/2026

Good news for Erasmus+ cooperation – the UK will rejoin the programme in 2027, bringing new opportunities for learning, exchange and partnership.

This is a positive development for all sectors and a good moment for organisations to start thinking ahead.

More details are available in the European Commission press release:

Highlights, press releases and speeches

19/03/2026

Vappu was one of the standout moments of South East Technological University student Anna’s Erasmus+ in Finland – a national student celebration marked by a sea of colourful, patch‑covered overalls.

Her semester abroad may be over, but she has kept her own pair: blue and decorated with all the patches she collected. They remain, as she puts it, ‘a great memory from the whole Erasmus+ experience.’

You can read Anna’s full story on our blog: https://eurireland.ie/2026/03/05/annas-erasmus-experience-in-finland/https://eurireland.ie/2026/03/05/annas-erasmus-experience-in-finland/

12/03/2026

Anna spent a semester in Finland as part of her South East Technological University undergraduate studies – an experience that helped her grow personally as well as academically.

How did she make friends and find her community abroad?
‘I met some of my friends through the common modules for Erasmus+ students provided by Turku University of Applied Sciences … I met more people by attending events organised by the Erasmus Student Network (ESN).’

Read more on the blog: https://eurireland.ie/2026/03/05/annas-erasmus-experience-in-finland/

05/03/2026

During her third year at South East Technological University in Carlow, Cybersecurity student Anna spent a semester on Erasmus+ in Finland.

How would she sum up her international experience? ‘Too short … I enjoyed my time and the community the Finnish students have, and it was great to be a part of that … I am returning to Finland in the near future, and I’m staying in touch with my Erasmus+ friends – they are all so awesome.’

Read more on the blog: https://eurireland.ie/2026/03/05/annas-erasmus-experience-in-finland/

26/02/2026

Four years after Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine began, solidarity means action.

Since 2022, has supported Ukrainians and Ukrainian organisations with over €208 million, ensuring learning, mobility and cooperation continue despite the war.

📌 51,680 Ukrainian nationals have participated in Erasmus+ mobility projects;
📌 €129 million invested in mobility alone;
📌 €79 million supporting cooperation, capacity building and Jean Monnet actions;
📌 Continued support for Ukrainian-language schoolbooks.

Education is resilience. Cooperation is resistance. Erasmus+ stands with Ukraine.

🔗Read more: https://link.europa.eu/Rfkmpp

26/02/2026

We asked University of Galway student Eve what she enjoyed doing most on her Erasmus+ in Slovenia:

‘I loved exploring Slovenia’s natural beauty. Hiking in Triglav National Park, swimming in Lake Bohinj, and discovering the caves at Postojna and Škocjan were unforgettable experiences … Enjoying fresh seafood and swimming in the Adriatic were some of my happiest summer memories.’

Read more about her semester abroad on the EurIreland blog:
https://eurireland.ie/2026/02/05/eves-erasmus-experience-in-slovenia/

13/02/2026

Fall in love with the world this Valentine’s Day 🌹🌍

From the bustling streets of Rotterdam to serene landscapes in New Zealand, students and staff across Ireland are discovering that global mobility opportunities can change everything. Whether it’s a short-term blended trip or a full year living overseas, these are the experiences that expand your heart and your horizon.

"For me, Erasmus+ was …" 💌
What will your story be? Take the first step and speak to the International Office at your higher education institution. They are there to help with your application, destination and those all-important grants.

📽️ 👇 Featuring:

Aisling Lenihan, University of Galway | Global Galway

Gerald O'Sullivan, University College Cork

Professor Tommy Boland, University College Dublin

Chloe Danga, IADT

Lara McCann, University College Dublin

Dr. Shane O'Sullivan, Technological University of the Shannon

Want to know more about why the Erasmus+ programme and global mobility in higher education are so popular? Students and staff in Ireland tell us about their ...

12/02/2026

‘During my third year at University of Galway, I was extremely fortunate to spend a semester living abroad in Ljubljana, Slovenia, through Erasmus+ … Its central European location, bordering Italy, Croatia, Hungary, and Austria, also offered the opportunity to explore new places and perspectives.’

Read Eve's blog: https://eurireland.ie/2026/02/05/eves-erasmus-experience-in-slovenia/