The EU Erasmus+ 2022 Information Day

Today, on December 22, 2022, the EU Erasmus+ 2022 Information Day was held at the International University of Kyrgyzstan. The purpose of the information day was to contribute to the reform of higher education in the Kyrgyz Republic through the implementation of projects through the universities of the Kyrgyz Republic. The objectives of the event were also: – To expand the coverage of the Erasmus+ program in the Kyrgyz Republic by attracting more new participants Read more…

Winter School

The Ministry of Education and Science with the support of the National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan is planning a winter seminar for 25 scientists from Kyrgyzstan next January. The goal of the seminar is to train 25 scientists to write articles for the Scopus database and Web of Science. Participation in the study is free. Priority will be given to universities with a special status in the selection of those wishing to participate. Scientists from Read more…

Experience Exchange Meeting: Curriculum Development in Erasmus+ CBHE Projects

On 12 December 2022, the National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan held a national-level Experience Exchange Meeting on Curriculum Development within Erasmus+ Capacity Building in Higher Education (CBHE) projects. The event took place at Issyk-Kul State University in Karakol and brought together 20 key stakeholders from universities, quality assurance bodies, and the Erasmus+ programme. The main objective of the meeting was to promote the exchange of good practices, address common challenges, and identify concrete solutions in Read more…

National seminar on modern educational technologies EduTech 2022

Today, on December 9, 2022, the Kyrgyz State Technical University named after I. Razzakov held a national seminar on modern educational technologies EduTech 2022. The purpose of the seminar was to improve the professional competence of teachers in the implementation of modern educational technologies, as well as to exchange experience in the digitalization of higher educational institutions of the Kyrgyz Republic. Objectives of the workshop: – To present modern educational technologies used in the practice Read more…

Information day the Kyrgyz National University

On December 1, 2022, the National Erasmus + Office held an information day for students and teachers of the Kyrgyz National University . The aim of the Information Day was to provide information about the program and its components in which Kyrgyzstan can take part as a partner country. During the event, NEO staff provided detailed information on the components: “International Credit Mobility”, “Capacity Building in Higher Education”, “Jean Monnet” for the academic staff and Read more…

“Vector of development of young labor migrants: digital skills and financial literacy”

Today the international conference “Vector of development of young labor migrants: digital skills and financial literacy” takes place within the framework of the EU project “E-quality”, implemented in partnership with Adam University. Objective: To discuss the development of digital skills and financial literacy among young labor migrants while presenting the outcomes of completed Erasmus+ and Tempus projects, including the pioneering e-courses introduced under the Tempus QAMEL project, fostering dialogue on innovative solutions and future initiatives. Read more…

Guest lecture Educational Opportunities in the European Union

On December 1, 2022, students of the Kyrgyz National University took part in a guest lecture Educational Opportunities in the European Union. Representatives of the EU in the Kyrgyz Republic, as well as the National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan, informed about how you can get an education in Europe. Raimonds Vingris, the Deputy Head of the EU Delegation, wore an orange pin to support the 16 Days of Activism against Gender Violence campaign. The guest Read more…

Information day at the Kyrgyz National University

On December 27, 2022, the National Erasmus + Office held an information day for students and teachers of the Kyrgyz National University . The aim of the Information Day was to provide information about the program and its components in which Kyrgyzstan can take part as a partner country. During the event, NEO staff provided detailed information on the components: “International Credit Mobility”, “Capacity Building in Higher Education”, “Jean Monnet” for the academic staff and Read more…

Information Day at the Kyrgyz-German Institute of Applied Informatics

The Information Day has been conducted at the Kyrgyz-German Institute of Applied Informatics.   The aim of the Information Day was to provide information about the program and its components in which Kyrgyzstan can take part as a partner country.   During the event, NEO staff provided detailed information on the components: “International Credit Mobility”, “Capacity Building in Higher Education”, “Jean Monnet” for the academic staff.

Project writing training for heads of departments of the International Ala-Too University

On 30th of November 2022, the NEO KG hosts the heads of almost all departments of the International Ala-Too University came to the office. The main aim of the meeting is consultation on CBHE project writing. Undoubtedly, the most interesting and at the same time the most complex component of the Erasmus+ program is Capacity building in higher education. The process of preparing project proposals requires a thorough analysis based on the logical-structural matrix. Today Read more…

Meeting with departments of the International Ala-Too University

Undoubtedly, the most interesting and at the same time the most complex component of the Erasmus+ program is Capacity building in higher education. The process of preparing project proposals requires a thorough analysis based on the logical-structural matrix. Today the heads of almost all departments of the International Ala-Too University came to the office for a consultation and discussed promising ideas for projects in the higher education sector – this approach will undoubtedly bring results. Read more…

Information Session on Erasmus+ Components and Project Writing held at Karasayev Bishkek Humanitarian University

on November 29, 2022 the staff of Karasayev Bishkek Humanitarian University (BHU) gathered for an informative session on the various components of the Erasmus+ program, which offers exciting opportunities for Kyrgyz higher education institutions (HEIs). The session, led by Gulnara Isayeva, the National Coordinator of the National Erasmus+ Office (NEO) in Kyrgyzstan, aimed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the program and its potential benefits for Kyrgyz HEIs. During the session, Gulnara Isayeva provided detailed Read more…

Information Day in Osh City

On 29 November, the National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan held an information meeting and presentation on Erasmus+ components for teachers, staff, and students from universities in the southern regions of Kyrgyzstan in Osh. We express our gratitude to the Osh University of Technology for the initiative, organization, and warm welcome!

We are pleased to announce that the Erasmus+ 2023 competition was announced today, including all events (European and international). 

This means that applicants can start exploring, preparing and applying for programs. The Erasmus+ 2023 competition, includes programs such as: International Credit Mobility (ICM)  Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters (EMJM)  Erasmus Mundus Design Measures (EMDM)  Capacity Building in Higher Education (CBHE)   Jean Monnet Actions (JMA)  1. The Programme Guidehttps://erasmus-plus.ec.europa.eu/erasmus-programme-guide 2. Attached is an overview of the international actions. 3. Note too this series of information days on these international actions – more info on the EACEA Read more…

Meeting of Rectors of Status Higher Education Institutions of the Kyrgyz Republic and Seminar on discussing the regulatory and legal framework for the reform of the status HEIs of the Kyrgyz Republic

On November 18-19, 2022 the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic together with the National Erasmus Office + held a seminar to discuss the regulatory and legal framework for the reform of higher education institutions of the Kyrgyz Republic, which received a special status in accordance with the Decree of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic. The decree grants a special status providing for broad organizational, financial and academic autonomy to the Read more…

Seminar on discussing the regulatory and legal framework for the reform of the status HEIs of the Kyrgyz Republic

On November 18-19, 2022 the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic together with the National Erasmus Office + hold a seminar to discuss the regulatory and legal framework for the reform of the status HEIs of the Kyrgyz Republic, which received a special status in accordance with the Decree of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic. The purpose of the seminar is to develop a road map for the implementation of the Read more…

Information session in Naryn 

Today, November 18, the Erasmus+ National Office in Kyrgyzstan held an information meeting and presentation on the Joint Masters Degree Program for students from the University of Central Asia in Naryn. Thank you very much to the University of Central Asia for the initiative and warm welcome!

Seminar “Criteria for determining the quality of a lesson in accordance with the requirements of the State Educational Standard of the Kyrgyz Republic”

On 18th of November 2022, Mrs. Sabyrkul Kalygulova, National Higher Education Reform Expert held a seminar titled on “Criteria for determining the quality of a lesson in accordance with the requirements of the State Educational Standard of the Kyrgyz Republic” at the Kyrgyz-Uzbek International University named after B. Sydykov. The workshop touched upon such criteria as: planning and preparing for lessons, creating an environment of respect and mutual understanding, teaching and presenting content, and assessing Read more…

International Education Week

The National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan took part in the International Education Week, a large-scale educational event organized with the support of the U.S. Embassy in the Kyrgyz Republic. Over the course of three days, the fair brought together embassies, international education programmes, and institutions to present global academic opportunities to Kyrgyz youth. Each day of the event was held at a different venue across Bishkek, including the Bayalinov Library, Kyrgyz National University named after Read more…

Seminar for faculty and staff of Issyk-Kul State University named after K. Tynystanov

On November 16-17, 2022, experts on the reform of higher education of KR Duishebaeva G.R. and Omurov N.K. held a seminar for faculty and staff of Issyk-Kul State University named after K. Tynystanov on the methodology of identifying labor market needs and current trends in vocational education. Such topics as a methodology for identifying labor market needs, combined research methods, current trends in vocational education, and stages of university development were touched upon.

It is our pleasure to share with you a guide for teachers and educators to combat misinformation and improve digital literacy through education and training.

The guide was announced in September 2020 as part of the Digital Education Action Plan (2021-2027) and its implementation marks a vital step in giving our young people a voice online as they connect with each other and contribute to our dynamic democracy. Increasing digital literacy and combating misinformation in classrooms and schools have never been more important than it is today. Both teachers/teachers and students, regardless of school level or type of school, are Read more…

Information day at Kyrgyz National Agrarian University

On November 11, 2022, the National Erasmus + Office held an information day for students and teachers of Kyrgyz National Agrarian University . The purpose of the information day was to provide information about the program and its components in which Kyrgyzstan can take part as a partner country. During the event, NEO staff provided detailed information on the components: “International Credit Mobility”, “Capacity Building in Higher Education”, “Jean Monnet”.

Meeting with International Relations Department of the International University of Kyrgyzstan

Today an introductory meeting was held between Gulnara Isaeva, National Coordinator of Erasmus+ in Kyrgyzstan and Muratbek Baykhojoev, Vice President for Science and International Relations of IUK, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Kyrgyz Republic and Jenishkul Moldokeeva, Head of International Department at IUK. At the meeting, the structure of the International University of Kyrgyzstan academic consortium was presented and ideas for possible projects under the EU Erasmus+ program were discussed.

Information day at the ADAM university

On November 09, 2022, the National Erasmus + Office held an information day for students and teachers of ADAM University. The purpose of the information day was to provide information about the program and its components in which Kyrgyzstan can take part as a partner country. During the event, NEO staff provided detailed information on the components: “International Credit Mobility”, “Capacity Building in Higher Education”, “Jean Monnet”.

Now open! Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree in Tropical Biodiversity and Ecosystems – TROPIMUNDO

Suitable for students with a BIOlOGICAL background who want a scholarship to study abroad on a master’s degree. TROPIMUNDO is the first international master’s in Tropical Biodiversity and Ecosystems (2 years, 120 ECTS) that allows students to delve into interconnected ecosystems at risk by spending a full second semester of coursework and field schools in the Amazon rainforest, tropical islands of the Caribbean and Indian Ocean, tropical forests of Central Africa, East African Great Lakes, Read more…

ERASMUS+ Information Day at K.Tynystanov Issyk-Kul State University

On November 4, 2022, an ERASMUS+ Information Day for faculty and staff was held at GreenLab IKSU (opened as part of the EGEA ERASMUS+ project) at the Issyk-Kul State University named after K.Tynystanov. Specialist of National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan Nurgul Kasenova introduced the conditions and criteria for evaluating the new competition. There were presentations on the following components: ⠀- International credit mobility; ⠀- Capacity building in higher education; ⠀- Jean Monnet. Participants were able Read more…

Information Day at the Kyrgyz State Medicine Academy

On November 02, 2022, the National Erasmus + Office held an information day for students and teachers of Kyrgyz State Medicine Academy. The purpose of the information day was to provide information about the program and its components in which Kyrgyzstan can take part as a partner country. During the event, NEO staff provided detailed information on the components: “International Credit Mobility”, “Capacity Building in Higher Education”, “Jean Monnet”.

Information Day at the International School of Medicine

On November 1, 2022, the National Erasmus + Office held an information day for students and teachers of International School of Medicine. The purpose of the information day was to provide information about the program and its components in which Kyrgyzstan can take part as a partner country. During the event, NEO staff provided detailed information on the components: “International Credit Mobility”, “Capacity Building in Higher Education”, “Jean Monnet”.

Information Day for the Kyrgyz State University

On October 28, 2022, the National Erasmus+ Office (NEO) in Kyrgyzstan held an Information Day of the Erasmus+ program for the faculty and students of the Kyrgyz State University. The purpose of the information day was to provide information about the program and its components in which Kyrgyzstan can take part as a partner country. During the event, NEO staff provided detailed information on the components: “International Credit Mobility”, “Capacity Building in Higher Education”, “Jean Read more…

Lecture on educational opportunities in the European Union as part of the European Year of Youth at AUCA

October 26, 2022 the American University of Central Asia hosted a lecture on educational opportunities in the European Union as part of the European Year of Youth. More than 40 students and about 10 professors took part in the event. Cosimo Lamberti Fossati, Program Manager at the EU Delegation, told about EU programs for youth. Gulnara Isaeva, National Coordinator of Erasmus+ in Kyrgyzstan, in her turn, outlined opportunities of the Erasmus+ program for students and Read more…

Information day for Manas University

On October 25, 2022, the National Erasmus + Office held an information day for students and teachers of Manas University. The purpose of the information day was to provide information about the program and its components in which Kyrgyzstan can take part as a partner country. During the event, NEO staff provided detailed information on the components: “International Credit Mobility”, “Capacity Building in Higher Education”, “Jean Monnet”.

Leadership training for rectors of higher education institutions and experts in higher education reform

On October 24, 2022, the NEO team organized a leadership training for rectors of higher education institutions and experts in higher education reform in the Kyrgyz Republic at the Kyrgyz State University named after I. Arabayev. The purpose of the training: an analysis of the key challenges of the 21st century, the formation of leadership skills necessary under conditions of uncertainty, the creation of meaning, and the mobilization of people. The trainer was Eduard Turdaliev, Read more…

Round Table on on reform to discuss development issues in teacher education in Osh

On October 21, 2022, the Erasmus+ National Office in Kyrgyzstan participated in Round Table on reform to discuss development issues in teacher education in Osh. There was a discussion on the problems of teacher education development in the Kyrgyz Republic. The discussion was held on the basis of Osh State University, with the participation of experts, and members of the UMO from universities located in the southern regions of the Kyrgyz Republic. This event was Read more…

Applications for Erasmus+ Joint Master’s degree programs are now open!

Dear students! We are pleased to announce that 2 Erasmus+ Joint Master’s degree programs have opened: Big Data Management and Analytics (BDMA) and Economic Policy for Global Transition (EPOG+)! The Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Program in Big Data Management and Analytics (BDMA) is a unique program that fully covers all aspects of Big Data Management and Analytics (BD), built on the foundation of Business Intelligence (BI) and complemented by horizontal skills. Deadline for submission: Dec. Read more…

Erasmus+ at Bishkek Humanities University

On October 18, the National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan visited Bishkek Humanities University to present the wide range of opportunities offered by the Erasmus+ programme. During the session, the Erasmus+ team provided detailed information on mobility opportunities for university staff, institutional cooperation projects, and admission to Joint Master Degree programmes for students. The presentation highlighted the benefits of international academic collaboration and encouraged both faculty and students to explore the possibilities of participating in Erasmus+. Read more…

Erasmus+ program information day for I. Razakov KSTU

On October 14, 2022, the National Erasmus+ Office (NEO) in Kyrgyzstan held an Erasmus+ Information Day for the faculty and students of the Kyrgyz State Technical University named after I. Razzakov (KSTU). The event was dedicated to the celebration of the 35th anniversary of the Erasmus+ program. The purpose of the information day was to provide information about the program and its components, in which Kyrgyzstan can participate as a partner country. During the event, Read more…

Round Table Discusses the Future of Teacher Education in the Kyrgyz Republic

On October 13, 2022, the National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan, in collaboration with teacher training universities, organized a Round Table on the Problems and Prospects for the Development of Teacher Education in the Kyrgyz Republic. The event took place at Kyrgyz State University named after Arabaev and brought together leading stakeholders in higher and teacher education. The Round Table was opened by Rector Aigul Tolokovna, who welcomed participants and emphasized the strategic importance of improving Read more…

Today, on October 13th, the National Erasmus+ Office took part in 3 events at once.

1) At the conference “Key skills for a digital future: increasing the capacity of labor migrants of the Kyrgyz Republic. Project organizers – “E-QUALITY” Digital education for social and financial inclusion and gender equality”. During the conference digital tools to improve the key skills of migrant workers were discussed. Representatives of government agencies, professional communities, educational organizations, expert community of Bulgaria and Kyrgyzstan took part.  2) Roundtable to discuss the problems and prospects for the Read more…

Erasmus+ Kyrgyzstan: Impact and Results – Online Event

The National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan hosted an online event titled “Erasmus+ Kyrgyzstan: Impact and Results”, which brought together more than 100 participants from higher education institutions, civil society, the Ministry of Education and Science, and international partners. The event focused on the outcomes of 14 Erasmus+ Capacity Building projects implemented in Kyrgyzstan between 2015 and 2020. Projects such as TUTORIAL, KYRMEDU, HiEdTec, LMPT, DERECKA, and CACTLE have supported improvements in curriculum development, teaching methods, Read more…

Results of the Erasmus+ Higher Education Capacity Building component contest 2022

We are pleased to announce that the results of the Erasmus+ competition for the component “Capacity Building in Higher Education” 2022 have been published. Out of the selected projects, higher education institutions in Kyrgyzstan will participate in the following 3 projects: 1) “Strengthening Higher Education in the Water Sector for Climate Resilience and Security in Central Asia” Partner universities: Diplomatic Academy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic Kyrgyz National Agrarian University Read more…

World Teachers Day!

Today, October 5, Erasmus+ National Office in Kyrgyzstan, congratulates all teachers on their professional holiday! Thank you for your role and services in the process of quality education at all levels, as well as for your invaluable contribution to the development of society in Kyrgyzstan. Take up new challenges – conquer new horizons together with us!

The Erasmus+ National Office in Kyrgyzstan took part in the Kyrgyz-German seminar “Internationalization of Universities of the Kyrgyz Republic” at the Kyrgyz State Technical University named after I. Razzakov.

At the seminar, national coordinator Gulnara Isayeva made a presentation on “Opportunities for financing international research projects and academic mobility in Kyrgyzstan. Also, the seminar was attended by Vice-Rector of KSTU – Akylbek Chymyrov, David Westenfelder – Permanent Deputy of the German Embassy in the Kyrgyz Republic, Stefan Heinemann – Officer of the Embassy of Germany in Bishkek, Victor Tsoy – Representative of the Information Center DAAD in Kyrgyzstan, Institute Goethe, Tobias Stuedemann – Director Read more…

Information day for Korean Institute in Central Asia (KICA)

📣We continue to actively inform teachers and students in Kyrgyzstan about the Erasmus+ program.🇪🇺 ✅Today we visited the Korean Institute in Central Asia (KICA) – a relatively new university, very happy that they showed independent interest and invited us. Were warmly welcomed and hopefully the number of projects and students will increase this year.🙏 🚩 We would like to remind you of the opportunity to invite us to an information day at your university – Read more…

Capacity building in the higher education sector

In anticipation of the upcoming Erasmus+ competition, a meeting was held today with the staff of the Diplomatic Academy of the Foreign Ministry, the University of Genoa, represented by Professor Angela Musayo and the Erasmus+ National Office, represented by the National Coordinator Gulnara Isayeva. At the meeting, they discussed possible ideas for the component “Capacity building in the higher education sector”. The Erasmus+ office advised the meeting participants on the priority areas that are possible Read more…

The International Exhibition “Education and Career-EXPO-Bishkek-2022”

On September 15, the Erasmus+ team participated in the International Exhibition “Education and Career-EXPO-Bishkek-2022” within the framework of the World Rectors Forum “The role of universities in building a national innovation ecosystem”. Organizers and partners of the exhibition were the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic, Association of Higher Education Institutions of the Kyrgyz Republic and Bishkek State University named after K.Karasaev. At the exhibition, universities presented bachelor’s, master’s, retraining and advanced Read more…

The World Rectors’ Forum 2022

On September 14, in the state residence “Ala-Archa” the The World Rectors’ Forum on “The role of universities in creating a national innovation ecosystem” took place. The main purpose of the Forum is to increase the effectiveness of scientific and innovation activities of universities, taking into account international best practices. At the forum discussed the strengthening of scientific and technological capacity for the development of scientific and practical recommendations for commercializing the results of intellectual Read more…

Informational presentation about Erasmus+ and Marie Curie Sklodowsky for the Academy of Sciences in the Kyrgyz Republic

On September 7, 2022 the National Erasmus+ Office in the Kyrgyz Republic held an informational presentation on the opportunities of the EU program – Erasmus+ and Marie Curie Skłodowski – for the staff of the Academy of Sciences in the Kyrgyz Republic. The presentation was held at the Central Scientific Library of the Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic. There were 38 participants in the presentation. The Erasmus+ project is a European Union program Read more…

Three generation of Erasmus+ scholarshipholders

The meeting with those wishing to learn how to get an education in Europe passed in one breath 🔥 Three generations of scholars spoke honestly and openly about all the important points in the Erasmus+ program admission and, of course, shared their inspiration 🌟 to study at prestigious European universities. We would like to thank you all for your participation and interesting questions 💙 We also want to note that the new round of applications Read more…

🎉The Erasmus+ national office congratulates the OSCE Academy on receiving the Jean Monnet grant!

This is the first time a Jean Monnet program has been won in Kyrgyzstan. Recall that the overall goal of the Jean Monnet program is to promote teaching and research on the European integration process across disciplines. The specific goals of the program are: 🔹Stimulating teaching and research related to the European Union (EU); 🔹Teaching students and young professionals in EU-related disciplines; 🔹Strengthening the dialogue between academia and policy makers. For the OSCE Academy, the Read more…

Round Table on Strengthening Research Capacity through PhD Programs held under Erasmus+ DERECKA Project

On 29 August 2022, a round table on the topic “Development of the Research Potential of Kyrgyzstan through PhD Programs” was held at the Diplomatic Academy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic named after K. Dikambaev in Bishkek. The event was organized within the framework of the Erasmus+ DERECKA project (The Development of Doctoral Education and Research Capacities of Kyrgyzstani Academia, 609918-EPP-1-2019-1-KG-EPPKA2-CBHE-JP), funded by the European Union. The meeting brought together Read more…

Friends, we invite you to a live broadcast with Gulnara Chokusheva, National Coordinator of Erasmus+ in Kyrgyzstan 🇰🇬

Gulnara will tell you about the Erasmus+ program, including how to participate in the program and what successes the graduates have achieved 🎓 Especially students and teachers of universities 🤩 Date of broadcast: June 22 at 17:00 on @euinkyrgyzstan 📌 Save the date so you don’t lose it, and share the information with your friends. You can ask questions in the comments, we’ll be sure to answer 💯

Advancing STEM Education in Teacher Training Programmes

On 19 July 2022, the National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan successfully held a regional seminar titled “Advancing STEM Education in Teacher Training Programmes” in the Issyk-Kul region. The event brought together 35 participants, including university faculty, school mentors, representatives of the Ministry of Education and Science, and STEM-focused NGOs. The main goal of the seminar was to promote the exchange of innovative practices and teaching tools used in STEM teacher training within the framework of Read more…

The European Union supported 10 Kyrgyz citizens to get Master’s degrees at European universities in 2022 🤩

Today a meeting was held with the winners of the Erasmus+ program, organized by the National Erasmus+ Office together with the Delegation of the European Union to the Kyrgyz Republic. Among the Kyrgyz 🇰🇬 universities, Ala-Too International University and the American University of Central Asia are leading in terms of the number of graduates who received scholarships. Erasmus+ scholarships cover tuition fees, medical insurance, travel to the destination country, and accommodation 🙌 Erasmus+ is a Read more…

Erasmus+ programme supported 10 citizens of Kyrgyzstan to pursue Master’s degree at European universities in 2022

14 July, Bishkek – Today, National Office of Erasmus+ together with the Delegation of the European Union to the Kyrgyz Republic held a pre-departure orientation meeting with the winners of the Erasmus+ scholarships. To note, ten citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic awarded with the scholarship and will travel to European Union countries to pursue their joint Master’s degree in 2022 within Erasmus+ programme, funded by the European Union. Eduard Auer, Head of European Union Delegation Read more…

🇪🇺 Europe Day 🇪🇺

To celebrate Europe Day and the 30th Anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations the Delegation of the European Union to the Kyrgyz Republic invites everyone to visit the European Village in Bishkek on 10 May 2022 from 13:00 to 16:00. The European Village is a large-scale cultural event, where the countries of the European Union will be represented and the projects funded by the European Union will share their achievements (including the National Erasmus+ Read more…

The 7th Meeting of the Erasmus + project ” Modernization of Higher education in Central Asia through new technologies” (HiEdTech)

HiEdTech From May 17 to 20, the 7th Meeting of the Erasmus + project ” Modernization of Higher education in Central Asia through new technologies” (HiEdTech) takes place. HiEdTech is an Erasmus+ project, which involves three Kyrgyz universities: Ala-Too International University, Issyk-Kul State University n.a. K.Tynystanov and Kyrgyz State Technical University n.a. I.Razzakova. The main project outcomes are: 🎯 Development of a sustainable academic network for the exchange of experience and best practices in the Read more…

National Higher Education Sector Review in Kyrgyzstan highlights reform priorities and EU Cooperation

The National Higher Education Sector Review 2022 brought together over 40 key stakeholders from government, universities, civil society, and the European Union to assess progress, identify challenges, and chart strategic directions for the future of higher education in Kyrgyzstan. The event was organized by the National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan with support from the Ministry of Education and Science and the EU Delegation to the Kyrgyz Republic on the basis of  Kyrgyz State Technical University Read more…

Vacancy announcement

The National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan is looking for a SMM specialist. Overview: The SMM specialist is responsible for developing and executing all social media content and activities. The SMM specialist will create and implement the organic social media strategy framework in order to increase NEO KG social media presence on all platforms, improve content quality, and increase engagement and followers.   Responsibilities: SMM specialist vacancy will have the following duties and responsibilities: Promotion of Read more…

We are pleased to inform you about the Marie Skłodowska-Curie EU Program (MASCP).

The program, named after the pioneering physicist and two-time Nobel Prize winner Marie Skłodowska-Curie, is designed to inspire and help increase the number of women in the nuclear field. It provides support for an inclusive workforce of men and women who contribute to and advance global scientific and technological innovation. Scholarships are awarded to more than 100 female students each year. Geographic diversity and diversity of fields of study and other criteria are taken into Read more…

The Week of Francophonie in Bishkek 2022

On March 23, 2022, as part of Francophonie Week in Bishkek, the National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan participated in an online session dedicated to education in Francophone countries. During the session, the National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan presented Erasmus+ opportunities for academic mobility, including Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degrees and cooperation with French-speaking universities in Europe. The event provided Kyrgyz students and educators with practical information on how to study in Francophone countries through EU-funded Read more…

Information meeting with students of AUCA

On March 10, 2022, the National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan organized an information session for students of the Department of Journalism and Mass Communications. Purpose of the meeting: To get acquainted with the possibilities of the Erasmus + program for students, as well as with the requirements for submitting applications. Participants were provided with detailed information on the Erasmus+ Joint Degree component. This component of the program is of particular interest, as students are attracted Read more…

Awarding of national experts with a diploma of the Jogorku Kenesh

On the eve of International Women’s Day, 2 excellent representatives of the team of National Experts on Higher Education Reform Bekboeva Rakhat Rymbekovna and Duishebaeva Gulzat Radzhapovna were awarded a diploma of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic for many years of fruitful work and a great contribution to the development and improvement of the educational sector. The team of the National Erasmus+ Office congratulates you on the well-deserved award

Review of EU-Funded Education Projects in Kyrgyzstan: Insights and Best Practices

On 14 February 2022, the National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan, with the support of the Ministry of Education and Science, held a strategic event to review EU-funded education projects. Over 45 participants — including ministry officials, university leaders, project teams, HERE experts, and Erasmus+ alumni — discussed achievements from more than 10 projects, focusing on teacher training, curriculum reform, and digital innovation. Key recommendations included institutionalizing best practices and strengthening cooperation mechanisms. Participants proposed forming Read more…

Interactive session on EU’s Programme Erasmus+ Jean Monnet Action between Ukrainian and Kyrgyz higher educational institutions

On February 8, 2022, the National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan, jointly with the National Erasmus+ Office in Ukraine, organized an information session on the Jean Monnet component. The Jean Monnet component aims to increase knowledge of European integration processes through teaching, research and debate on topics related to the history, politics, economy and legislation of the European Union, as well as the EU’s relations with other regions of the world. The main objective of the Read more…

Erasmus+ International Credit Mobility: A Student’s Journey from Kyrgyzstan to Rome

The National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan has released a video interview highlighting the inspiring story of Aysuluu Arstanbaeva, a student from the International University of Ala-Too, who took part in the Erasmus+ International Credit Mobility (ICM) programme. The video captures Aysuluu’s semester-long academic exchange at Sapienza University of Rome—one of Europe’s oldest and most renowned universities. Through this experience, she gained not only advanced academic knowledge but also developed cross-cultural competencies and built lasting international Read more…

Seminar on the Development of PhD Programs in Kyrgyzstan

On January 28, 2022, a working seminar on the development of PhD programs in Kyrgyzstan was held at the International University of Kyrgyzstan. The event brought together representatives of accreditation agencies AAOPO and EdNet, PhD program leaders from universities including IUK, KNU named after J. Balasagyn, KTU “Manas”, UNPK IUK, KSTU named after I. Razzakov, as well as experts in higher education. Main Goal: To address challenges and explore opportunities for developing PhD programs in Read more…

Scholarships for students and academic and research staff of higher education institutions for studies and participate in summer schools in Latvian higher education institutions.

The call for applications for the Latvian state studies’ scholarships for the academic year 2022/2023 will be open from 1 February 2022 until 1 April 2022. All relevant information is published on the website of the State Education Development Agency https://www.viaa.gov.lv/en/latvian-state-scholarships. The Application form and the necessary documents for studies’ scholarships for the academic year 2022/2023 shall be submitted to the State Education Development Agency via on-line application system, which will be open on 1 Read more…

Aidana Ermatova, AUCA alumna, talks about her experience with the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree Program in Agricultural, Food and Environmental Policy Analysis (AFEPA):

My name is Aidana Ermatova and I am currently enrolled in the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree Program in Agricultural, Food, and Environmental Policy Analysis (AFEPA). I have not found a more ideal program to continue my studies because it is a combination of the two areas in which I received my bachelor’s degree – Economics and Environmental Management and Sustainable Development. The Erasmus Mundus program is an amalgamation of several universities from around the Read more…

Erasmus Mundus Experience: Aidana Ermatova’s AFEPA Journey

The National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan is pleased to present a video interview with Aidana Ermatova, a graduate of the American University of Central Asia (AUCA) and participant in the prestigious Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree Programme in Agricultural, Food, and Environmental Policy Analysis (AFEPA). 🎯 Objective of the Interview The video aims to spotlight Aidana’s transformative academic journey as part of the AFEPA programme, illustrating how Erasmus Mundus supports talented students from Kyrgyzstan in Read more…

ERASMUS MUNDUS Master in International Law of Global Security, Peace and Development

We would like to draw your attention to another master’s program in law that is still open for application! The ILGSPD aims to train lawyers capable of dealing with the political context of international law and resolving issues of global security, peace and development. Core requirements: Diploma Transcript Letters of Recommendation English proficiency Passport copy Resume Personal evaluation of applications will be conducted by a Selection Committee consisting of local coordinators. The first call for Read more…

Advisory monitoring of the Erasmus+ DERECKA project.

On December 3, 2021, the National Erasmus + Office in Kyrgyzstan monitored the Erasmus + project “Development of doctoral studies and research potential of scientists in Kyrgyzstan (DERECKA)”. The purpose of monitoring is to assess the project management strategy and the degree of its implementation, as well as to identify successful experiences. Let us remind you that the aim of the project is strengthening and expand PhD system in Kyrgyzstan. According to project type, the Read more…

Seminar: Inclusive education is a priority in the reform of higher education in the Kyrgyz Republic

On December 2, 2021, the National Erasmus + Office in Kyrgyzstan organized an online seminar dedicated to “Inclusive education is a priority in the reform of higher education in the Kyrgyz Republic.” Dr. Martina Gaisch, Social Dimension Expert, Academic Supervisor of Diversity and Inclusion Management (University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria) was the main speaker. During the seminar, the following issues were raised: • Adaptation of training for people with disabilities, taking into account the Read more…

CBHE Virtual Fair

On October 26 and 27, 2021, the Erasmus + CBHE Projects Fair was held. An online event aimed at raising awareness of how project results can improve the higher education sector in partner countries. The event was attended by representatives of more than 100 projects from 65 countries of the world, in 28 specialized sessions and 17 training sessions. The event was attended by over 2000 people and 200 speakers. The online event was aimed Read more…

Visiting seminar “Professional and educational standards, connection with the national qualifications framework of the Kyrgyz Republic” in Osh

On October 22, 2021, a visiting seminar “Professional and educational standards, connection with the national qualifications framework of the Kyrgyz Republic” was held for the teaching staff of Osh universities. The event was organized by the National Erasmus + Office in Kyrgyzstan jointly with the National Experts on Higher Education Reform. Mr. Nurlan Omurov, Deputy Minister of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic, Dr. Abdygany Abduvaliev, Director of the Department of International Relations of Read more…

The visiting seminar on “Professional and educational standards, connection with the national qualifications framework of the Kyrgyz Republic” for Djalal-Abad universitites

The visiting seminar titled “Professional and educational standards, connection with the national qualifications framework of the Kyrgyz Republic” was held for administrative teaching staff of Djalal-Abad universities on October 21, 2021. Welcoming speeches were made by Mr. Keneshbek Usenov, Rector of Jalal-Abad State University, Ms. Gulnara Chokusheva, National coordinator of the Erasmus + program in Kyrgyzstan, as well as Mr. MirlanChynybaev, Teamleader of the national experts and Rector of the Kyrgyz State Technical University. Ms. Read more…

Erasmus+ Information Day for Adam University Students

On October 15, 2021, the National Erasmus + Office held an information day for students of Adam University. During the meeting, students were provided with information about the possibilities of the Erasmus + program for students. The main focus was paid to the component Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Programs. Students learned about all the application processes.

Virtual TAM seminar “Inclusive Internationalization of Kyrgyz HEIs”

On October 28-29, 2021, the National Erasmus + Office in Kyrgyzstan organized a seminar on the topic “Inclusive internationalization of universities in the Kyrgyz Republic” for the teaching staff of universities of the Kyrgyz Republic. The speaker of the training was an invited EU expert, Martin Bogdan – Mr. Martin Bogdan, Policy and Project Officer and the co-chair of ACA’s Thematic Peer Groups “Widening inclusion in international higher education” The purpose of the event is Read more…

Meeting within the framework of the Erasmus+ TALENT project.

On September, 27-29, 2021, the project meeting of the Erasmus+ project TALENT: Establishing Master programs in HRM and Talent Development in Central Asia took place. The main aim of the event was to discuss the implementation of a new master’s program in human resource management developed with the Erasmus+ TALENT project. During the implementation of the project two Kyrgyz HEIs: AUCA and KEU launched a master’s program in a pilot mode. The new master’s program Read more…

The summer school of the Erasmus + “The Development of Educational and Research Capacities of Kyrgyzstan” (DERECKA) project

The second week of the Summer School “Development of educational and research potential of Kyrgyzstan” within the ERASMUS + DERECKA project framework has begun. The participants are trained by leading professors and researchers from the University of Applied Sciences Hamburg (Germany), Brunel University London (UK) and Vilnius Technical University of Gediminas (Lithuania). This week, master and PhD students from K. Dikambaev Diplomatic Academy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, I. Razzakov Read more…

Participation of the team of national experts on higher education reform in the summer school”Development of Ph.D. doctoral studies and research potential of Kyrgyzstan”, organized in the framework of the Erasmus +

The summer school titled “The Development of Doctoral Education and Research Capacities of Kyrgyzstan Academia”, within the framework of the Erasmus + “Derecka” project is being held in Kyrgyzstan from August 9 to 20, 2021. The aims of the summer school are: 1. Train administrators of universities in Kyrgyzstan for PhD doctoral programs in the specifics of the work of doctoral programs and improve their administrative and managerial competencies. 2. To enhance the academic competence Read more…

Summer School “The Development of the PhD System and Research Potential of Kyrgyzstan”

Within the frame of the ERASMUS + DERECKA project, the summer school “The development of PhD studies and research potential of Kyrgyzstan” was launched on August 9, 2021. The objectives of the summer school were: the training university administrators of the Kyrgyz Republic on PhD programs, improving their administrative and managerial competencies and increasing the research potential of PhD students. The summer school takes place in Issyk-Kul. The summer school brought together 65 representatives from Read more…

Meeting of the Deputy Minister of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic with researchers in the field of education and history.

The history of the country and cultural heritage will undoubtedly have an impact on upbringing of the younger generation with a strong civic position, with sustainable views and intentions in the well-being of their country. It was discussed at a meeting of the Deputy Minister of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic A.T. Abdraeva with researchers in education and history. The discussion was attended by Dr.Duishon Shamatov, Professor of Nazarbayev University, Mr. Daniyar Karabayev, Read more…

Pre-departure orientation meeting with the newly selected Erasmus + Joint Master Degree Scholarship holders 2021.

On July 26, 2021, the National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan jointly with the Erasmus Mundus Students and Alumni Association (EMA) in Eurasia organized an online Pre-departure Orientation meeting with scholarship holders. The event was attended by 12 participants. The purpose of the event was to provide informational support in preparation for studies and to congratulate the Erasmus+ Joint Master Degree scholarship winners in 2021. The National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan introduced the fellows with the Read more…

Working Meeting of National Higher Education Reform Experts

Retreat of Experts on Higher Education Reform

The National Erasmus + Office in Kyrgyzstan organized a two-day seminar for experts on higher education reform in Kyrgyzstan at the Naryn State University on July 12-13, 2021. The event was devoted to the discussion of the concept of the development of higher professional education and the draft regulations on academic mobility of the Kyrgyz Republic. In addition to the experts, more than 20 representatives of NSU took part in the seminar, who had the Read more…

Visit to University of Central Asia

Study tour to the University of Central Asia

On July 12, 2021, the NEO staff and the Higher Education Reform Experts team in Kyrgyzstan visited the Campus of the University of Central Asia in Naryn. Visiting the UCA campus was of great interest to the guests as it is the only university throughout Central Asia, one of the main objectives of which is to develop mountain regions through the provision of higher education that meets recognized international standards. As a center of excellence Read more…

Preventive monitoring of the Erasmus+ AgroDev project

Preventive monitoring of the Erasmus + “Development of Higher Education Content Aimed to Support Industries for Sustainable Production of Qualitative Agri-food (AgroDev)”

Preventive monitoring of the Erasmus+ project “Development of Higher Education Content Aimed to Support Industries for Sustainable Production of Qualitative Agri-food (AgroDev)” was held on July 12, 2021, at the Naryn State University. The monitoring visit was implemented by the National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan. Ms. Gulnara Chokusheva, the National Coordinator of the Erasmus+, in her introductory speech explained the objectives of monitoring, important aspects of the project implementation, and expected results. The meeting was Read more…

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Erasmus + Information Day at Talas State University

On 1st of July, 2021, the National Erasmus + Office in Kyrgyzstan held an Erasmus + Information Day for the staff and students of Talas State University. The purpose of the information day is to provide information about the program and its components, in which Kyrgyzstan can participate as a partner country and to involve new participants in the Erasmus + program. Talas State University previously took part in only 2 Erasmus + projects. During Read more…

15 Erasmus+ JMD scholarship holders from Kyrgyzstan

15 Erasmus+ JMD scholarship holders from Kyrgyzstan

According to the results of the selection for the component “Erasmus + Joint Master’s Degrees”, the 15 best students from Kyrgyzstan became Erasmus+ scholarship holders! 10 girls and 5 guys will have the opportunity to study at the best European universities for 2 years and receive a scholarship of 1400 euros per month. This year, the largest number of selected Kyrgyz students are graduates of the American University of Central Asia and the Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic Read more…

A joint ETF-UNESCO conference kicks off today and focuses on skills for green and inclusive societies in the digital era

21-25th of June 2021, the ETF will be hosting a major online event in partnership with UNESCO and with the collaboration of the ILO, EBRD and UNICEF. Entitled “Building lifelong learning systems: skills for green and inclusive societies in the digital era”, the conference aims to take stock of progress and look forward to next steps in making education and training fit for current and future challenges. It will showcase examples of good practice from Read more…

Monitoring of the Erasmus+ PAWER project

On June 7, 2021, the National Erasmus+ Office conducted the impact monitoring of the project “Paving the way to interregional mobility and ensuring relevance, quality and equity of access” (PAWER). The purpose of monitoring is to analyze the potential for sustainability of the results, the impact of the project at different levels (individual, institutional, local and national); to identify best practices in terms of project sustainability, impact and use of the results. In order to Read more…

Digital European Development Days 2021

Dear colleagues, We are pleased to announce that registration is now open for the digital European Development Days 2021 (EDD), the European Commission’s largest event, taking place online on 15-16 June 2021. The full programme of sessions is also published. Although the event is adapting to our new digital reality, the programme was still co-created with the Community through an inclusive and transparent process. The Forum remains a unique and global opportunity for all to Read more…

Monitoring of the ICM projects at the International School of Medicine

On April 29, 2021, the National Erasmus + Office in the Kyrgyz Republic conducted monitoring of the international credit mobility projects under the implementation of which the International School of Medicine is involved. In order to prevent COVID-19, the event was online. The monitoring was attended by the international department staff, professors and students who took part in credit mobility, as well as the project manager of the National Erasmus + Office in the Kyrgyz Read more…