Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 28 September 2022
211. Deputy Mattie McGrath asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science if additional funding will be allocated to third level institutions through the Erasmus Plus programme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47426/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe total funding allocated in 22/23 for Erasmus Plus student and staff mobility is €14,368,465 from the European Commission, an increase of c.54% from €9,296,430 in 21/22. The additional funding will support increases in mobility and new elements of the Erasmus+ programme such as Blended Intensive Programmes, support for Ukrainian students and support for students with lesser opportunities. In addition, DFHERIS is providing €3.5m to support outgoing mobility.
