Blended Intensive Programme: 
Funding

The coordinating university receives organisational funds (OS funds) for the organisation of the BIP. These organisational funds are calculated as follows: 

Depending on the university and involved departments, not all OS funds are being transferred to the organising party. It is highly recommended to clarify the distribution of OS funds with all involved units before the development of the BIP.

Use of OS funds

OS funds can be used by the coordinating institution for the preparation, development and coordination of the BIP such as 

• excursions
• catering
• teaching materials
• goody bags

Erasmus+ Funding for Students

Students from sending institutions need to apply for Erasmus+ Short-Term Mobility at their respective home university to cover expenses that arise during the BIP. Erasmus+ grants are not guaranteed and always depend on available funds at the home university. Moreover, universities can limit the funding period and are not required to financially cover the whole duration of the BIP. At TU Darmstadt, for example, funding for students participating in a short-term mobility is limited to 5 days. 

The grant amount varies at each country and is depended on national regulations (laid out by the national agencies) as well as the Erasmus+ funding call connected to the mobilities. In general, the Erasmus+ grant is sufficient for students to cover their expenses.

Erasmus+ Funding for Academics

Academics who teach at a BIP can be funded by the respective sending university through Erasmus+ funding but do not count towards the minimum number of participants for a BIP.  

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