Erasmus+ opens new opportunities for people from across the UK to gain knowledge and experience by studying, training or working abroad. Funding is available for international placements and partnerships for organisations working in education, training, youth and sport. Participants have the opportunity to explore their talents, expand their world and find a sense of belonging, all while building confidence and learning new skills to equip them for future academic and professional success.

The British Council is proud to be taking on the role of the UK’s National Agency for Erasmus+.

Erasmus+ is open to everyone

Erasmus+ supports both formal and non-formal learning opportunities, with projects that go beyond traditional ways of learning. Funding is available for both long and short-term placements and partnerships. With flexible options and targeted funding, the programme tackles the barriers which could exclude individuals and organisations from taking part in international exchanges and mobility schemes. 

Erasmus+ can deliver transformative international experiences for learners, trainees and staff in higher education (HE), further education (FE), vocational education and training (VET), schools, adult education, and youth and sport organisations.

For example:

• School pupils can spend time studying abroad, either as part of a class or group, or individually. 
• Students and apprentices in HE, FE and VET can study, train, volunteer or do a work placement abroad. 
• Adult learners can spend time at an adult learning organisation abroad or study abroad as part of a group. 
• Young people who work or volunteer for youth organisations can travel for training or a youth exchange and take part in workshops, debates and outdoor activities. 
• Youth workers and staff working in schools, FE, HE or adult education can train or teach abroad and take part in professional development activities.
• Grassroots sports staff can spend time abroad job-shadowing or on a coaching assignment.

Individual learners or staff cannot apply directly for Erasmus+ funding. You must apply through a participating organisation such as your school, university, FE college or place of work.

Start your Erasmus+ journey

Applications for funding open in November 2026. Sign up now to make sure you receive the information you need to prepare for Erasmus+

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