Vacancy: Communications Manager

The National Erasmus+ Office in the Kyrgyz Republic (NEO) is seeking a qualified and motivated Communications Manager to join our team. 📍 Location: Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan 📅 Contract type: Full-time (part-time may be considered) ⏳ Deadline: May 26, 2025 🛠️ Key Responsibilities: • 🧠 Develop and implement the NEO’s communication and Read more…

Follow-up Session TAM “Strengthening University Collaboration Between Europe and Central Asia”

Following the dynamic two-day conference “Strengthening University Collaboration Between Europe and Central Asia” (April 23–24, 2025), representatives from 20 higher education institutions (HEIs) across Kyrgyzstan gathered for a follow-up session to reflect on outcomes and chart implementation steps. This follow-up meeting focused on the practical next steps for putting into Read more…

TAM “Strengthening University Collaboration Between Europe and Central Asia”

The international conference “Strengthening University Collaboration Between Europe and Central Asia”, held on April 23–24, 2025, brought together university leaders, Central Asia National Erasmus+ Offices (NEOs), policymakers, and higher education experts from across the two regions. Over two dynamic days, participants exchanged ideas, forged new connections, and laid the foundation Read more…

Seminar on “Academic Writing and Publications” and “Gamification and Modern Interactive Methods in Higher Education”

On April 19, 2025, the National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan hosted an online seminar focused on enhancing academic and teaching competencies in higher education. The event was led by Dr. Rita Ismailova, a representative of Kyrgyz-Turkish “Manas” University and a Higher Education Reform Expert. 🔹 From 9:30 to 13:40, participants Read more…

Follow-Up Workshop on AI in Kyrgyz Higher Education: From Insight to Action —Applying TAM Outcomes on AI in Kyrgyz Higher Education

On 10 April 2025, a follow-up workshop titled “From Insight to Action—Applying TAM Outcomes on AI in Kyrgyz Higher Education” was held in Bishkek. Building directly on the Technical Assistance Mission (TAM) seminar “The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education” (9–10 April 2025), the event convened 20 participants, including Read more…

Tender for IT Equipment Supply

National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan Announces a Tender for IT Equipment Supply 1. Subject of the Tender Procurement and delivery of IT equipment, including: Monitors – 3 units All-in-One Desktops – 2 units 2. Technical Requirements Detailed technical specifications of the equipment are available for download in the Tender Documentation Read more…

International Erasmus+ conference: “Perspectives of Higher Education Development in Uzbekistan” 20 December 2024

The National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan is pleased to announce that our Higher Education Reform Experts (HEREs) actively participated and delivered presentations at the traditional Annual Conference of HEREs in Uzbekistan. This year, the conference, titled “Perspectives of Higher Education Development in Uzbekistan,” was held as an international Erasmus+ event Read more…

Transforming Higher Education through Innovation

On 6 December 2024, the National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan hosted a national dissemination event titled “Transforming Higher Education through Innovation” at the International University of Kyrgyzstan. The event brought together 97 participants—including university leaders, academic staff, Erasmus+ project teams, representatives from the Ministry of Education and Science, the EU Read more…

SPHERE Seminar: European University Alliances as Models for Transnational Cooperation and Policy Reform

On November 18–19, 2024, the SPHERE Seminar explored the role of European University Alliances (EUi) in fostering transnational collaboration and driving higher education reform. Participants discussed key initiatives, including enhancing student and staff mobility, developing joint degree programs, and addressing institutional barriers to create a “European Degree.” The seminar highlighted Read more…

Review of EU-Funded Education Projects in Kyrgyzstan and Best Practice Exchange

On 18 November 2024, over 50 key stakeholders convened in Bishkek to review the progress and impact of EU-funded education projects implemented across Kyrgyzstan in 2023–2024. The event provided a collaborative platform to share best practices, assess challenges, and align EU-supported initiatives with national education goals. Participants included officials from Read more…

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for Higher Education: Learning from the European Experience

On November 5-6, 2024, International Ala-Too University in Kyrgyzstan jointly with the National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan hosted a significant workshop titled «Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for Higher Education: Learning from the European Experience.» This workshop brought together leaders, faculty, and administrators from higher education institutions (HEIs) across Kyrgyzstan to Read more…

QS Higher Ed Summit: Asia Pacific 2024

The QS Higher Ed Summit: Asia Pacific 2024, marking its 20th anniversary, took place as the premier event for innovation and collaboration in higher education across the region. With the theme “Shifting Landscapes, Collaborative Solutions: Pioneering Innovation in Asia Pacific Higher Education,” the summit brought together over 2,000 attendees, including Read more…

Info session at UCA (Naryn)

Today the National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan held an information session at the University of Central Asia (UCA) in Naryn, where we told students about the opportunities of the Erasmus Mundus program. Students learned about the benefits of studying abroad, the specifics of the application process, and how Erasmus Mundus Read more…

Monitoring Visit at Osh State University

Today, on October 11, an institutional monitoring of Erasmus+ programs took place at Osh State University (OshSU) under the leadership of the European Commission and the European Education and Culture Executive Agency. The monitoring was attended by María-Sol Domínguez Parrado, Project Manager at the European Commission and the European Education Read more…

Consultation meeting with Prof. Dr. Ann Katherine Isaacs – Co-chair, Bologna Implementation Coordination Group (BICG)

The National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan organized a consultation meeting The National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan hosted a consultation meeting with Dr. Ann Katherine Isaacs, Co-chair of the Bologna Implementation Coordination Group (BICG). The meeting focused on fostering cooperation between Kyrgyz higher education institutions (HEIs) and the Bologna Process. Dr. Read more…

🇪🇺Erasmus+ Information Day at Kyrgyz-Turk Manas University🏫

Yesterday, we held an Erasmus+ Information Day at Kyrgyz-Turk Manas University, bringing together students and faculty to explore the unique opportunities offered by the Erasmus+ program. 👩‍🎓Students learned how to participate in the International Credit Mobility program and apply for Joint Master’s Programs. 👩‍🏫🧑🏽‍🏫Faculty members were introduced to Capacity Building Read more…

The Central Asia+ Rectors Club on the theme ‘The Path to Change: Leadership Challenges in Contemporary Academia’

Today, 28 September 2024, the American University in Central Asia hosted a meeting of the Central Asia+ Rectors Club on the theme ‘The Path to Change: Leadership Challenges in Contemporary Academia’. The meeting brought together representatives of leading universities and educational organisations from Central Asia to discuss the challenges of Read more…

Micro-Credentials and the Transformation of Higher Education: National Practices and Strategic Outlook.

On 16 September 2024, Osh State University, in cooperation with the National Erasmus+ Office in the Kyrgyz Republic, hosted a seminar titled “Micro-Credentials and the Transformation of Higher Education: National Practices and Strategic Outlook.” The event brought together 40 representatives from higher education institutions across Kyrgyzstan to discuss the growing Read more…

HERE Study Visit, focused on “Enhancing University-Industry Collaboration for Current and Future Employment, Innovation, and Sustainable Ecosystems,”

📢 We are pleased to announce that the HERE Study Visit, focused on “Enhancing University-Industry Collaboration for Current and Future Employment, Innovation, and Sustainable Ecosystems,” has been successfully conducted at Tampere University of Applied Sciences (TAMK) in Finland. This study visit to TAMK, Finland, showcased how the institution designs, structures, Read more…

Erasmus Mundus 2024

🎉 This year, 14 lucky students from Kyrgyzstan🇰🇬 were accepted into the Erasmus Mundus Programme! 12 of them received full scholarships, ranging from €1,000 to €1,400 per month.💶 Among the 14 students are 12 girls and 2 boys. They will soon be travelling to Europe to continue their education and Read more…

Erasmus+ CBHE 2024 results Kyrgyz Republic

🎉 Congratulations to the universities that have successfully passed the Erasmus+ competition under the “Capacity Building in Higher Education” component! 🎉 In 2024, three multi-country projects will be funded in the Kyrgyz Republic. Congratulations to our new participants: the Academy of Management under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Bishkek Read more…

🌟 CBHE 2024 EVALUATION RESULTS 🌟

📢 We are excited to announce that a total of 972 proposals have been submitted for the Call ERASMUS-EDU-2024-CBHE! 📊 Here’s the breakdown by topic: STRAND 1: 140 proposals STRAND 2: 765 proposals STRAND 3: 67 proposals The Capacity Building in Higher Education (CBHE) action supports international cooperation projects based on multilateral partnerships between organizations active in Read more…

Inclusion and Flexible Learning in Higher Education Institutions of Kyrgyzstan

On 24 May 2024, the National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan hosted a capacity-building seminar titled “Inclusion and Flexible Learning in Higher Education Institutions of Kyrgyzstan” at Naryn State University. The event brought together over 40 representatives from regional universities, including academic faculty, programme developers, and education policymakers. The seminar aimed Read more…

National Higher Education Sector Review 2024 in Kyrgyzstan: Strengthening Multi-Stakeholder Coordination

On 20 May 2024, over 80 key actors from across the education ecosystem gathered for the National Higher Education Sector Review 2024 in Bishkek. The event aimed to assess progress, address persistent challenges, and align future higher education reforms with national priorities and international frameworks. The forum featured expert presentations, Read more…

The SPHERE Seminar on Universities’ third mission: Partnering for social and economic development in Samarkand, Uzbekistan

🌍 On 13-14 May 2024, the SPHERE Seminar on Universities’ third mission: Partnering for social and economic development took place in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. This event brought together HERE teams and National Erasmus+ Offices from around the world, including representatives from the National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan and an expert from Read more…

Enhancing ICT Skills and Digitalization through Erasmus+ CBHE Projects in Kyrgyzstan

On 26 April 2024, the National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan hosted a national experience exchange meeting on “Enhancing ICT Skills and Digitalization through Erasmus+ CBHE Projects.” The event took place at Kyrgyz State Technical University and brought together 26 participants, including representatives from higher education institutions, Erasmus+ project teams, digitalization Read more…

TAM Follow-Up Seminar: “Entrepreneurship Education: Best Practices and Implementation Strategies”

On April 10, 2024, the TAM Follow-Up Seminar on “Entrepreneurship Education: Best Practices and Implementation Strategies” was held at the Kyrgyz State Technical University. The event brought together educators, practitioners, and experts to discuss innovative approaches to integrating entrepreneurship education into Kyrgyzstan’s higher education system. The seminar aimed to highlight Read more…

Information session for new comers

Today, the National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan held an information session for the faculty of the Military Institute of the Armed Forces of the Kyrgyz Republic named after Hero of the Soviet Union, Lieutenant General K. Usenbekov. The session presented key Erasmus+ programs: Academic Mobility, Jean Monnet and Capacity Building Read more…

Info Day at Talas State University

🌍✨ Yesterday, Talas State University held an info day for students and faculty! 📚💡 🎓 We came together to discuss opportunities for international exchange and cooperation within the Erasmus+ program. We talked about study abroad and the projects available for participation as part of the Erasmus+ project. 🌐 We thank Read more…

Info Day at Jalal-Abad State University

🌍✨ Yesterday, Jalal-Abad State University held an info day for students and faculty! 📚💡 🎓 We came together to discuss opportunities for international exchange and cooperation within the Erasmus+ program. We talked about study abroad and the projects available for participation as part of the Erasmus+ project. 🌐 We thank Read more…

Expert team meeting

📚 Yesterday our team of experts on higher education reform in Kyrgyzstan held another working meeting! 💼 We discussed the work plan and planned the following activities. 📝

Follow-up seminar of TAM Workshop on the “Research-Based Education: Best Practices and Strategies for Implementation in Higher Education Institutions.”

The TAM Follow-Up Seminar on “Research-Based Education: Best Practices and Strategies for Implementation in Higher Education Institutions” took place on March 13, 2024, at Adam University. The seminar gathered educators, department leaders, and university administrators to enhance their understanding of research-based education and explore strategies for its integration into teaching Read more…

Workshop on the “Research-Based Education: Best Practices and Strategies for Implementation in Higher Education Institutions.”

The National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan, in partnership with Adam University organized and conducted a seminar on the development of research potential in higher education. The event took place on March 11-12, 2024, at Adam University and gathered representatives of the educational community interested in enhancing research skills and practices. Read more…

TAM Follow-Up Seminar: “Diversity and Inclusion of Higher Educational Institutions in Kyrgyzstan”

The TAM Follow-Up Seminar on “Diversity and Inclusion of Higher Educational Institutions in Kyrgyzstan” was held on February 21, 2024, at Salymbekov University in a hybrid format. The seminar aimed to develop practical recommendations and methods to foster diversity and inclusion within Kyrgyzstan’s higher education institutions. Participants discussed tailored approaches Read more…

Erasmus+ Project Writing Training

The final event of February from the National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan – Erasmus+ project writing training! On February 20-21, 2024, our team held an intensive training under the guidance of an experienced trainer, Chynara Usenbekovna Adamkulova. 🎯 During two days, participants from the northern universities of Kyrgyzstan, studied the Read more…

TAM Seminar “Diversity and Inclusion of higher educational institutions in Kyrgyzstan”

Bishkek, February 19-20 – The National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan successfully conducted a two-day workshop on “Diversity and Inclusivity in Higher Education Institutions in Kyrgyzstan.” The event took place on February 19-20, 2024, at the Salymbekov University in Bishkek. The workshop brought together 30 participants, including faculty and administrative staff Read more…

ANNOUNCEMENT

The services of an expert in the development of regulative and legal acts related to the financial autonomy of universities in Kyrgyzstan are required. The expert’s work will be carried out from March to June 2024 within the framework of the project 101082829-DEFA-ERASMUS-EDU-2022-CBHE “Development of financial autonomy of universities in Read more…

🎉 The National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan organized the annual Information Day 2023 for universities in Kyrgyzstan.

On December 21, The National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan gathered representatives of the country’s Higher Educational Institutions at Salymbekov University. Annual Information Day brought together about 80 participants, including employees of international departments and representatives of faculty and staff from all over Kyrgyzstan. The goal of the Information Day is Read more…

National Erasmus+ Office and Naryn State University Release Video Highlighting Participation in Tempus and Erasmus+ Projects

In order to promote the potential of regional universities and foster international academic cooperation, the National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan in collaboration with Naryn State University named after S. Naamatova has released a video dedicated to the university’s participation in the Tempus project (2012–2015) and the Erasmus+ Programme. The video Read more…

Guest lecture – EU Delegation at AUCA

The European Union Delegation to the Kyrgyz Republic, in collaboration with the National Erasmus+ Office, held a guest lecture and Erasmus+ Information Day at the American University of Central Asia (AUCA). During the session, students learned about study opportunities under the Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters programme. The event provided practical Read more…

The seminar “Development of Financial Autonomy of Universities in Kyrgyzstan” of the DEFA project

On December 6-7, 2023, Osh State University hosts the seminar “Development of Financial Autonomy of Universities in Kyrgyzstan” of the DEFA project under the Erasmus+ program, which aims to explore the prospects for increasing the financial, and economic independence of universities in Kyrgyzstan. Participants-partners of the project discuss Strategies for Read more…

Tender for Accountant Position

Position: Accountant Organization: National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan Contract type: Individual contract Contract duration: 12 months The deadline for submission is November 30, 2023 National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan is pleased to announce the vacant position of Accountant For further information and TOR, please visit: here All interested applicants should submit Read more…

Information Day for students

On November 14, we were pleased to accept the invitation from ADAM University and held an Information Day for students. 🇪🇺During the event, we talked in detail about the Erasmus Mundus program, the stages of the application process, and the opportunities available to students from Kyrgyzstan.🇰🇬 We are very grateful Read more…