1. 1 TEMPUS Modernising Higher Education Overview of Tempus and Erasmus Mundus programme HEA seminar, Banja Luka, March 20, 2013

2. Part I: Basic features of Tempus programme Part II: Tempus statistics Part III: Tempus benefits Part IV: Basic features of the EM programme Part V: Erasmus Mundus benefits Outline of the presentation

3. Part I Basic features of Tempus programme

4. Objectives:  Supports modernisation of higher education in Partner Countries  Establishes an area of cooperation between the European Union (EU) and the Partner Countries  Promotes voluntary convergence with EU developments in the field of higher education BASIC FEATURES (I)

5. Approach: Institutional cooperation Bottom-up programme approach Strong involvement of national authorities (SM projects) Strong emphasis on dissemination, sustainability and exploitation of results Complements other EU mobility programmes (e.g. Erasmus Mundus) BASIC FEATURES (II)

6. 6  Joint Projects: at institutional level to reform curricula, improve university governance, create better links with society  Structural Measures: at national level to develop and reform national higher education structures and systems in Partner Countries  Accompanying Measures: dissemination and information activities (conferences, studies, exchange of good practice, National Tempus Offices, Higher Education Reform Experts, etc.) 3 TYPES OF ACTION

7. 7  Curricular reform Modernisation of curricula: ECTS, 3 cycles, recognition of degrees  Governance reform University management and student services Introduction of quality assurance Institutional and financial autonomy & accountability Equal access to HE Development of international relations  Higher Education and Society Training of non-university teachers Development of partnerships with enterprises Knowledge triangle education/research/innovation Training courses for public services (Ministries/local authorities) Development of lifelong learning Qualification frameworks PROGRAMME THEMES

8. 8 Indicative roadmap for selection process – 6th Call for Proposals StepsDate Publication of Sixth Tempus IV Call for ProposalsDecember 4, 2012 Deadline for submission of applications March 26, 2013 Expert assessmentApril – June 2013 Consultation of Ministries of Education in Partner Countries, EU Delegation and National Tempus offices Mid-July – end-August 2013 Award decisionSeptember 2013 Notification of applicants & publication of resultsOctober 2013 Preparation and signature of grant agreementsOctober-November 2013 Start of eligibility periodDecember 2013

9. 9 Part II Statistical information about Tempus programme in BiH

10. 10 TEMPUS PROJECTS INVOLVING BiH BiH has been involved in Tempus programme since 1996 In period 1996-2012 implemented/under implementation:  143 Tempus projects (100 JP and 43 SM)  111 Individual Mobility Grants Total value of these projects/grants estimated at 34.5 million EUR

11. 11 TEMPUS PROGRAMME INVOLVING BiH Tempus projects involving BIH in period 1996-2012: TOTAL 1996- 1999 2000- 2006 200820092010201120121996 -2012 Joint Projects (JP) 1852643611100 Structural Measures (SM) 7233332243 TOTAL 2575976813143

12. 12 TEMPUS PROGRAMME INVOLVING BIH Participation of BiH public HEIs in Tempus projects in period 1996-2012: Higher Education Institutions Number of projects involved University of Sarajevo (UNSA)105 University of Banja Luka (UNBL)88 University of Tuzla (UNTZ)70 University of Mostar (UNMO)55 Dzemal Bijedic University of Mostar (UNDBM) 42 University of East Sarajevo (UNES)29 University of Bihac (UNBI)17 University of Zenica (UNZE)17

13. 13 HEIs FROM BIH INVOLVED IN TEMPUS Participation of HEIs from BiH in Tempus IV projects (2008-2012): Partner institution/ OrganizationCityAs grantholderAs partnerTotal University of Banja LukaBanja Luka027 University of SarajevoSarajevo42125 University of TuzlaTuzla019 University of MostarMostar018 University of East SarajevoEast Sarajevo012 University of ZenicaZenica11011 Dzemal Bijedic University of MostarMostar099 University of BihacBihac088 Slobomir P UniversitySlobomir011 Total number of participations*5125130 * This figure corresponds to the total number of times that the institutions of the country have been involved in Tempus projects. It does not correspond to the number of projects since various institutions can be involved in the same projects.

14. 14 Part III Tempus benefits

15. 15 Modernize higher education systems Institutional cooperation between HEIs and stakeholders Develop and modernize curriculum Harmonize education policies Improve teaching methods Develop better links between HEIs and society/industry Support capacity building of relevant institutions Benefits for HE institutions

16. 16 Supports mobility of teaching, administrative staff, and students Capacity building through trainings Development of human resources Acquisition of new skills and knowledge Benefits for individuals

17. Part IV Basic features of the Erasmus Mundus programme

18. Erasmus Mundus - objectives Enhances the quality of European HE through international co-operation Improves the development of human resources Promotes dialogue and understanding between peoples and cultures Promotes Europe as a centre of excellence in learning around the world

19. Action 1 Joint Masters and Doctoral Programmes implemented by EU and non- EU HEIs full-study scholarships for students; grants for visiting scholars Action 2 Partnerships EU and non-EU HEIs scholarships for short-term or degree- seeking student mobility at a range of levels, and for staff Action 3 Promotional projects raise profile of European higher education tackle challenges of international higher education cooperation

20. Action 1 Joint Programmes An EM Masters Course or Joint Doctorate… is developed and delivered by a consortium of HEIs (with study in at least two HEIs) must involve at least three European HEIs and may involve non-EU HEIs awards full-study scholarships + scholar grants provides a joint degree/multiple degrees

21. TOTAL 2004-2012 200420052006200720082009201020112012 EMMC Students* 5000177101177 EM Scholars **2000110NA EMJD Fellows*** 3------012 * EMMC Students – Erasmus Mundus Master Courses Students ** EM Scholars – Erasmus Mundus Scholars ***EMJD Fellows – Erasmus Mundus Joint Doctorate Fellows Action 1 - Involvement of the EMMC students, EMJD candidates, and EM scholars from BiH (data includes implemented and planned scholarships):

22. Action 2 Partnerships Partnerships between HEIs from EU + non-EU HEIs from a specific region All Tempus countries are covered Emphasise co-operation, transfer of know-how Scholarships of varying length (3m to 3 yr) Bachelor, master, doctorate, post-doctorate students + HE staff (training, teaching, research) Mobility for academic disciplines offered by HEIs in the partnership

23. HEIs Involved Total 2008-2012 20082009201020112012 University of Sarajevo1212333 University of Tuzla6-1212 University of Mostar5-1121 University of Banja Luka3---21 Action 2 – Involvement of HEI’s from BiH in EM partnerships in period 2008-2012: BiH HEIs Involved in Erasmus Mundus projects 2008-2012

24. YearTotal Undergradu ate MasterDoctorate Post- doctorate Staff 20082445708 20098828368115 2010*1132209446 2011*1488231147 2012*153640175 Total4861821325517100 Partnerships selected over the years 2007-2012 organized or plan to organize mobility for the following number of students and staff from Bosnia and Herzegovina (*figures for 2010, 2011 and 2012 represent the partnerships' planned mobility): Mobility under Action 2 Partnerships *planned mobility

25. Action 3 Promotional projects Supports transnational initiatives, events, studies, and other projects that: promote European higher education tackle issues of international higher education cooperation: - in specific geographical areas - in particular academic disciplines - relating to higher education management One of these projects (selected in 2007) involved the organization from BiH: STUDENTS INFORMATION CENTER within the project “Tea Team: Training Educational Advisers to Enhance Academic Mobility”.

26. Benefits for HE institutions Establish lasting links between institutions Improve quality of teaching and students Put in place mechanisms to facilitate mobility and degree recognition Increase university visibility, attractiveness worldwide Enhance reputation through involvement in excellence programmes

27. Benefits for individuals Access to high-level masters/doctoral courses Receive double/multiple/joint degree from consortium of excellent universities Acquire in-depth knowledge of Europe + European HE Improve linguistic skills, intercultural experience Improve employability through recognition of qualifications and study periods abroad Academic exchange of knowledge, ideas, contacts

28. Annual Calls for Proposals (projects) 2013 Call for Action 2 and Action 3 only No more Call for Action 1 joint programmes 2013 Call was launched in December 2012 Deadline for proposals: April 15, 2013 Selection to be completed in July 2013

29. Suad Muhibic Head of Office National Tempus Office Bosnia and Herzegovina Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina E-mail: suad.muhibic@tempusbih.com suad.muhibic@tempusbih.com For more information, please visit the following web pages: http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/tempus/index_en.php www.tempusbih.com http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/erasmus_mundus/index_en.php