Events

We are pleased to inform you that, from 14 to 15 October 2026, the National Erasmus+ Agency for Higher Education DAAD and the National Erasmus+ Office in Montenegro organised the international Training and Cooperation Activities (TCA) seminar entitled “Western Balkans in the focus: Promoting and deepening cooperation in the Erasmus+ programme” at the Crowne Plaza hotel in Podgorica. The event brought together around 120 participants, including representatives of higher education institutions from Germany, Austria, the Czech Republic, Poland, as well as Montenegro, Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Kosovo. This seminar was preceded on 13 October by visits to the University of Montenegro, the University of Donja Gorica, Mediterranean University, and the Faculty of Montenegrin language and literature by representatives of the aforementioned EU countries participating in the seminar. The aim of this highly significant event was to strengthen cooperation in higher education between countries fully participating in the Erasmus+ programme (Germany, Poland, Austria, and the Czech Republic) and the countries of the Western Balkans within the framework of the Erasmus+ programme. During the networking seminar, participants were informed about funding opportunities available under Erasmus+ programme, the European Union’s largest programme in the fields of education, training, youth, and sport. Particular emphasis was placed on Key Action 1 – Learning Mobility, Key Action 2 – Capacity Building in Higher Education (CBHE), Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s programmes, and Jean Monnet activities. Thematic workshops also provided participants with an opportunity to discuss issues of importance to the entire European Higher Education Area, including

We are pleased to inform you that, during #ErasmusDays, the National Erasmus+ Office in Montenegro participated in the event organised on October 15-16, 2026 by Europe house Bar in cooperation with Europe house Bijelo Polje. On this occasion, Europe House Bar welcomed students and teachers from Bijelo Polje, as well as a Young European Ambassador. The event was dedicated to exploring opportunities and sharing experiences related to the opportunities Erasmus+ offers to young people. The activity brought together students and teachers from the Secondary school of economics and hospitality in Bar and the Secondary school of electrical engineering and economics in Bijelo Polje. Its aim was to provide information on opportunities to participate in Erasmus+ projects and mobility programmes. During the event, students were introduced to the opportunities available to them through the Erasmus+ programme, while teachers learned about opportunities to participate in Erasmus+ Capacity Building projects in the field of vocational education and training (VET).

We are pleased to inform you that, for the 2027-2029 edition, four full Erasmus Mundus scholarships for International Master on Wine Tourism Transitions and Innovations  are reserved exclusively for candidates from Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo and Montenegro. WINTOUR (www.wintour-master.eu) is the International Master on Wine Tourism Transitions and Innovations – an Erasmus Mundus joint degree taught in English by the universities URV (Tarragona, Spain), UBx (Bordeaux, France) and UP (Porto, Portugal). Students spend one semester in each of three UNESCO World Heritage wine regions and finish with a four-month professional internship in the sector. Each grant covers the full participation fees (8.000 € per year, for a total of 16.000 €) and pays a monthly allowance of 1,.00 € for up to 23 months (for a total of 32.200 €). In summary, the financial support from this EU scholarship amounts to nearly 50 k € for the two-year programme per student. Since the call for Erasmus Mundus scholarships applications is open next 10 November 2026 until 17 December 2026, more information is available here: the one-pager and an informative summary about WINTOUR . We also invite you to take part in free online informative session next 15 October 2026 16.00 CET for prospective students and opened to all potential stakeholders. Registration thereto is available at MailScanner has detected definite fraud in the website at “forms.cloud.microsoft”. Do not trust this website: MailScanner has detected definite fraud in the website at “forms.cloud.microsoft”. Do not trust this website: WINTOUR Informative Session 15 October 16:00h

During our stay in Bucharest on the occasion of our participation in the SPHERE seminar on skills and the Bologna Symposium (held on 14-15 September 2026), we took the opportunity to visit today the Rectorate of the National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, as well as the Faculty of Transport. On this occasion, we met with the Dean and teaching staff of the Faculty of Transport to discuss opportunities for cooperation, the exchange of experiences, and the establishment of connections through joint activities and projects.

On the occasion of Europe Day, an event titled “Montenegro celebrates Europe – The European future of youth in Pljevlja” was organized today at the Creative Hub in the Ada Sports Center in Pljevlja (Montenegro). The event brought together representatives of relevant institutions, the international community, the education sector, and pupils from the “Tanasije Pejatović” Gymnasium and the Secondary vocational school in Pljevlja. The event was opened by Orlando Fusco, programme manager at the EU Delegation, Dario Vraneš, president of the Municipality of Pljevlja, and Ljiljana Đondović, Municipal manager. The moderator was Branka Mračević, team leader of the Municipalities4EU project. As part of the program, a segment of the documentary film “MASTER – A Step towards the EU”, produced by the Network for European policies – MASTER, was screened. The film presents Montenegro’s European path from the perspective of young people and citizens who see their future within the European Union. A panel discussion titled “The European future of youth in Pljevlja” was also held, focusing on the role of young people in Montenegro’s EU accession process and the importance of European values at the local level. The panel featured Andrea Popović, executive director of the NGO MASTER, Darko Stojanović from the Ministry of sports and youth, Ljiljana Gogić from the National Erasmus+ Office in Montenegro, and Erasmus+ student from Montenegro, Danijel Karađinović. Ljiljana Gogić from the National Erasmus+ Office in Montenegro spoke about the importance of the Erasmus+ programme, which provides young people with opportunities for study and traineeship

The National Erasmus+ Office in Montenegro participated in the event “TCA VET Connect”, which was held from April 15 to 17 in Ljubljana (Slovenia). In addition to our office, representatives of vocational secondary schools in Montenegro, as well as representatives of relevant institutions, also took part in the event. The event brought together participants from Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Slovenia. The aim of this TCA event was to explore opportunities for cooperation within the Erasmus+ programme, with a particular focus on mobility and capacity building activities in the field of vocational education and training. During the programme, through thematic sessions and interactive workshops, participants had the opportunity to receive training on the development and preparation of project proposals in cooperation with international partners. The event also provided a significant platform for networking, enabling the establishment of new contacts, the exchange of experiences and laying the foundations for future partnerships and joint initiatives. We would like to thank the National Agency of Slovenia @cmepius for the excellent organization and successful cooperation!  

We are pleased to inform you that today, an event titled “EU&U” was held at the Faculty of Economics of the University of Montenegro, organized by the National Erasmus+ Office in Montenegro, the Student Union and the Student Council of the Faculty of Economics of the University of Montenegro. As part of the “EU&U” event, a moderated discussion was organized featuring outgoing and incoming students who have participated in Erasmus+ mobility programs; H.E. Johann Sattler, Ambassador of the Delegation of the European Union to Montenegro; Vanja Drljević, Head of the National Erasmus+ Office in Montenegro; Zerina Kardović, student commissioner of the University of Montenegro as well as attending students. During the discussion, topics included first impressions upon arriving in a new country, cultural differences, challenges students face during exchange programs, and the most significant experiences they gained. Participants also reflected on the relationship between expectations and reality, the cost of living, students’ daily life abroad, the process of social integration and personal development through international experience. The aim of the event was to exchange experiences and information about the opportunities provided by the Erasmus+ program, as well as to bring European educational and cultural values closer to students.

Young people from Herceg Novi and the surrounding area had the opportunity to learn about study opportunities abroad, how to get involved in international volunteer programs, and how to complete internships in European countries at the info day “EU Opportunities for Youth,” held today at SC Igalo in Herceg Novi. Representatives of the Erasmus+ Office and the organization ADP-Zid spoke to young people about application processes, beneficiary experiences, and the opportunities that studying, volunteering, or doing internships abroad can offer. The info day was organized as part of the initiative “Empowering Municipalities for European Action 2026,” which is a component of the EU4ME project, and it was held during the Mimosa Cup, within the program of the Mimosa Festival.

In the premises of the Europe House in Bijelo Polje, a promotional event titled “Erasmus+ Opportunities in the North of Montenegro” was successfully held today, organized by the National Erasmus+ Office in Montenegro and the Europe House Bijelo Polje. Participants had the opportunity to learn about open Erasmus+ calls, opportunities for mobility and cooperation with European partners, as well as practical advice for preparing project proposals. Special focus was placed on inclusion, diversity, digital development, and sustainability. The event brought together pupils, students, representatives of educational institutions, municipalities, as well as youth and sports organizations from northern Montenegro, creating a space for the exchange of experiences and networking. More detailed information about the event is available at the following link: Radio Bijelo Polje – Erasmus+ opportunities in the north of Montenegro Thank you to all participants for their active involvement and interest, together we are building more accessible European opportunities for everyone! The presentations from the event are available below: Participation results of Montenegro in 2025 – Vanja Drljević, Head of National Erasmus+ Office Mobility opportunities for students – Rina Muhaj, National Erasmus+ Office Capacity building in the field of vocational education and training – Ljiljana Gogić, National Erasmus+ Office Capacity building in the field of youth – Rina Muhaj, National Erasmus+ Office Capacity building in the field of sports – Ljiljana Gogić, National Erasmus+ Office      

Today, a consultative meeting was held at the premises of the National Erasmus+ Office regarding the open Erasmus+ Call for Capacity Building in the field of vocational education and training. The meeting was attended by representatives of the Secondary vocational school “Mirko Vešović.” The meeting served as an opportunity to discuss the key needs and interests of the aforementioned vocational school, the available opportunities for participation within the Erasmus+ programme, as well as potential project ideas and procedures for submitting project proposals.

We are pleased to inform you that today an Erasmus+ Information Day in the field of youth was held at the Europe House in Podgorica. The event was jointly organized by the National Erasmus+ Office in Montenegro and the Ministry of Sports and Youth of Montenegro, on the occasion of the open Erasmus+ call for proposals in the field of youth. The aim of the event was to familiarize participants with the available Erasmus+ opportunities in the field of youth, provide practical guidance for the preparation of high-quality project proposals, and enable the exchange of experiences and networking among stakeholders in the youth sector. In the opening part of the event, the attendees were addressed by Vanja Drljević, Head of the National Erasmus+ Office in Montenegro, and Darko Stojanović, Director of the Directorate for Youth and Cooperation with NGOs within the Ministry of Sports and Youth of Montenegro. Opportunities for youth organizations to participate in the open call for proposals for Capacity Building in the field of youth, as well as guidelines for writing successful project proposals were presented by Rina Muhaj from the National Erasmus+ Office. Opportunities to participate in the call for Virtual exchanges were presented by Ljiljana Gogić from the National Erasmus+ Office. Examples of Erasmus+ Capacity Building projects in the field of youth were presented by Sanja Šišević (NGO Cazas), Branko Stešević (Ministry of Sports and Youth of Montenegro), Milena Ranitović (CEDEM), and Amina Murić (Youth Initiative for Human Rights). The presentations from the event are

Today, an Erasmus+ Information Day dedicated to the opportunities for Montenegrin participation in the open call for proposals within the action Capacity Building in the Field of Sport, was held online. In the introductory part of the event, the participants were addressed by Vanja Drljević, Head of the National Erasmus+ Office, and Branko Stešević from the Ministry of sports and youth of Montenegro. The participants had the opportunity to learn about Montenegrin achievements so far, presented by Vanja Drljević, Head of the National Erasmus+ Office, as well as about the novelties of the open call, the rules and procedures for submitting project proposals, presented by Ljiljana Gogić from the National Erasmus+ Office. The presentations from the event are available below: Erasmus+ CB sports results – Vanja Drljević, Head of National Erasmus+ Office Capacity building in the field of sports 2026 – Ljiljana Gogić, National Erasmus+ Office        

Today, an online follow-up meeting was held regarding the previously organized HERE seminar entitled “Flexibilization of learning and micro-credentials in Higher Education – the role of universities, policy makers, and the business sector”, which took place on May 27-28, 2025, at the initiative of the Montenegrin Higher Education Reform Experts (HERE team), in cooperation with the SPHERE network (composed of OBREAL Global – coordinator, and the European University Association – EUA) and the National Erasmus+ Office in Montenegro. The guest lecturer at this seminar was prof. Bernold Hasenknopf, Senior Advisor for European Commitment – President’s Office, Sorbonne Université. The aim of this follow-up activity was to familiarize the academic community with the seminar’s conclusions and to prepare concrete recommendations for further work, ensuring the sustainability of the outcomes and results of the HERE seminar. The meeting was attended by relevant representatives of the academic community, a representative of the Agency for Control and Quality Assurance in Higher Education, as well as members of the HERE team. Following the introductory remarks by Vanja Drljević, Head of the National Erasmus+ Office in Montenegro, who emphasized the importance of organizing such activities to ensure the sustainability of the HERE seminar’s results and outcomes, the participants were addressed by prof. Mira Vukčević from the University of Montenegro, president of the HERE team and initiator of this seminar, who highlighted the significance of the topic. Prof. Dijana Vučković from the University of Montenegro, HERE team member, presented the key conclusions of the seminar, while prof.

Today, the central Erasmus+ Info Day in the field of higher education was held at the Rectorate of the University of Montenegro, organized by the National Erasmus+ Office and the University of Montenegro. In the opening part of the event, the attendees were addressed by Vanja Drljević (Head of National Erasmus+ Office), Filip Petović (Rectorate of the University of Montenegro), Vasilije Turković (Ministry of Education, Science and Innovation), and Liselotte Isaksson (Delegation of the European Union to Montenegro). The main topics of the event included an overview of the results of Montenegrin participation in the Erasmus+ 2025 call, as well as a presentation of new features within the Erasmus+ call for 2026. These covered International Credit Mobility (ICM), Virtual Exchanges and Erasmus Mundus, Capacity Building, and Jean Monnet actions. Practical advice for preparing successful project proposals was presented by Vanja Drljević, Ljiljana Gogić, and Rina Muhaj from the National Erasmus+ Office, along with examples of new CBHE projects approved in 2025 and a presentation of the Erasmus+ networks Eurydice and YouthWiki, coordinated by the Ministry of Education, Science and Innovation of Montenegro. “What is most important, and what is actually the result we always talk about and the greatest success for Montenegro are the results related to Capacity building in higher education, where Montenegro has been awarded nine projects in which it participates, two of which are coordinated by Montenegrin institutions. In the remaining seven, Montenegro participates as a partner. What is particularly significant is that we have two coordinating