About APP-MOBILITY
The APP-MOBILITY project is run by partners and universities of the European Dual Studies University – EU4Dual.
We are creating a harmonised system for international apprenticeship mobility that bridges education and industry across borders.
Project details
- Full Project Name: APP-Mobility: Harmonising Apprenticeship Mobility and Standards Across Europe
- Project Number: 101195887
- Programme: ERASMUS-EDU-2024-POL-EXP
- Duration: 36 months
- Total Budget: €1,000,000
Our vision
We have launched APP-MOBILITY to build a strong system for apprenticeship mobility in EU countries.
While mobility policies exist, there is no unified approach for university alliances on a European scale.
APP-MOBILITY combines classroom education with hands-on learning at work. It offers joint bachelor, master, and PhD programs.
We promote cooperation between universities and industry partners. This helps graduates gain unique skills that are competitive worldwide.
Our goals
We are creating a fair system to help students in dual study programmes get real-world experience abroad.
APP-MOBILITY unites universities, industry partners, and public authorities. Together, they make apprenticeship mobility work across borders, systems, and expectations.
Our project addresses key challenges through:
Apprentice network
Enhancing support structures with a comprehensive network for apprentices
Collaboration
Fostering collaboration between education providers, authorities, SMEs, and social partners
Standadising procedures
Standardising mobility procedures for credit transfer and work contracts
Mobility
Increasing mobility opportunities and quality of experiences abroad
Harmonising regulation
Harmonising regulations to simplify apprenticeship periods abroad
Specifically, the project will focus on
Credit transfer mechanisms
We are developing standardised procedures for recognising and transferring credits earned during mobility programs. This includes clear guidelines for calculating credit for specific apprenticeships.
Alignment of work contracts
We are simplifying the negotiation and implementation of work contracts between students and companies in different EU countries. This addresses legal barriers and cultural differences to ensure contracts are mutually beneficial and compliant with regulations.
Implementing joint programmes
We are promoting joint Bachelor, Master and PhD programmes between EU universities and companies. This involves developing curricula that integrate academic and practical components.
Expected impacts
- Enhanced apprenticeship mobility and knowledge exchange
- Improved quality and relevance of education
- Strengthened European cooperation
- Enhanced employability and career prospects
- Policy impact and advocacy at the EU level
The outcomes will feature a typology of dual education models, standard evaluation tools, and aligned contracts. All these elements will help create a more efficient EU education system.
