- Group mobility of school pupils (2 to 30 days, at least two pupils per group)
- Short-term learning mobility of pupils (10 to 29 days)
- Long-term learning mobility of pupils (30 to 365 days)
In addition to physical mobility, all pupil mobility activities can be blended with virtual activities. The minimum and maximum durations specified above apply to the physical mobility component.
Group mobility of school pupils: a group of pupils from the sending school can spend time learning together with their peers in another country. Teachers or other authorized persons from the sending school must accompany the pupils for the entire duration of the activity.
Short-term learning mobility of school pupils: pupils can spend a period abroad to study at a partner school or perform a traineeship at another relevant organisation abroad. An individual learning programme must be defined for each participant. For participants with fewer opportunities, mobility can be organised with a minimum duration of 2 days, if justified.
Long-term learning mobility of school pupils: pupils can spend a period abroad to study at a partner school or perform a traineeship at another relevant organisation abroad. An individual learning programme must be defined for each participant. An obligatory pre-departure training
The following organisations are eligible to apply:
- Schools providing general education at pre-primary, primary or secondary level
- Local and regional public authorities, coordination bodies and other organisations with a role in the field of school education
IMPORTANT ASPECTS OF NEW ERASMUS+ 2021 – 2017
Inclusion and diversity
According to the new Erasmus+ programme 2021 – 2027 and quality standards ‘organisations that receive support from the Programme must ensure that they offer mobility opportunities in an inclusive and equitable way, to participants from all backgrounds. The selection of learners that will take part in project activities should take into account key factors such as motivation, merit, as well as personal development and learning needs of the participants. Similarly, selection of staff participants should ensure that benefits of their professional development are available to all learners in the organisation’
Digital transition in education and training
According to the new Erasmus+ programme 2021 – 2027 and quality standards, ‘the Programme supports all participating organisations in incorporating the use
of digital tools and learning methods to complement their physical activities, to improve the cooperation between partner organisations, and to improve the quality of their learning and teaching. In addition, teaching and administrative staff can also benefit from digital skills training programmes to acquire relevant digital skills for making use of digital technologies in courses and for digitalising administration’
Development of key competences
According to the new Erasmus+ programme 2021 – 2027 and quality standards ‘the programme supports life-long development and reinforcing of key competences needed for personal development and fulfilment, employability, active citizenship and social inclusion. Participating organisations should offer training and learning activities adapted to the specific needs of learners, helping them to achieve economic independence and dismantling barriers they face in education and social contacts’. For more information on key competences please visit https://ec.europa.eu/education/policies/school/key-competences-and-basic-skills_en
TYPES OF TRAINEESHIPS THAT SHIPCON OFFERS TO SCHOOLS’ PUPILS
Category 1 – Digital Traineeships
- social media management (Age 11 – 14)
- social media management (Age 14+)
- Digital Marketing (Age 11 – 14)
- Digital Marketing (Age 14+)
Category 2 – Business Admin/office work (Age 14+)
Category 3 – Robotics
- Robotics (Age 11 – 14)
- Robotics (Age 14+)
Category 4 – Special Educational Needs & Entrepreneurship (Age 14+)
Category 5 – English
- A2 – B1
- B1 – B2
Duration (all traineeships, as above): 1 to 4 weeks
Long-term learning mobility of pupils (30 to 365 days) are also possible – please enquire
The traineeships offered by ShipCon include:
- Transfer to and from the airport;
- Full board accommodation*;
- Introduction seminar;
- Individual learning programme
- Cultural activities;
- Tutoring and mentoring;
- Monitoring and evaluation;
- Certification/Europass
*Accommodation in Hotel Apartments with swimming pool, high speed WIFI, kitchenette, tennis court and many more.
Erasmus+ Mobility/traineeships in magnificent Cyprus
Cyprus combines some unique characteristics which cannot be easily found in many EU countries and which ensure that mobility of school pupils will be invaluable. Some of these can be summarised below.
- Security and safety
- Excellent Educational Institutions
- Multicultural
- High quality tourist & leisure facilities year round
- Millennia of culture, history and art
- Fabulous weather
- Hospitality
- Gastronomy
- Quality of air and sea
For more information about Cyprus please visit http://www.visitcyprus.com
LIMASSOL, CYPRUS
The Municipality of Limassol which was established in 1878 is the largest Municipality in Cyprus, its population reaching 150.000 inhabitants.
Today’s Limassol is the business and financial centre of Cyprus with a large number of local and international companies surrounded by a further network of hotels, restaurants and other venues for entertainment and leisure. Hundreds of shipping, as well as financial companies have their headquarters in Limassol. Limassol is the largest ship-management centre in the European Union. The city if therefore constantly in motion and development.
It is important to mention that Limassol has always been a popular tourist destination, combining an organized coast with clear waters and wonderful hotels and generally a well-organized tourist infrastructure.
Places we will visit
- Promenade
The Promenade in Limassol became a great attraction to holiday makers for its great view of the sea, beaches and the palm fringed surroundings. With a backdrop of a long and slender sea shore and cooling water it creates a delightful atmosphere.
- Limassol Marina
Limassol Marina is destined to become the premier destination in the eastern Mediterranean and its most exclusive waterfront development. It combines elegant residences a full service marina with exclusive restaurants and shops, to create a lifestyle uniquely shaped by ‘living on the sea’.
- Kourion Archaeological Site
One of the most spectacular archaeological sites on the island, noted particularly for its magnificent Greco – Roman Theatre, villas with exquisite mosaic floors and an early Christian Basilica among other treasures.
- Omodos Village
One of the most beautifull villages in Cyprus it nestles in the southern foothills of the Troodos Mountains. At an altitude of 900 meters, Omodos is in the centre of the famous wine making region of the country and is only a 30 minute drive from Limassol town.
The village is built around the Monastery of the Holy Cross which, according to records, dates back to the arrival of Saint Helena in Cyprus (A.D.337). The Monastery is home to a piece of the Holy Rope with which Christ’s hands were tied to the Cross.
- Aphrodite‘s Birth Place
Petra tou Romiou (Rock of the Greek), also known as Aphrodite’s Rock, is a sea stack in Pafos, Cyprus. It is located off the shore along the main road from Pafos to Limassol. The combination of the beauty of the area and its status in mythology as the birthplace of Aphrodite makes it a popular tourist location.