Under the patronage of the President of Ninevah University, Prof. Dr. Osama Ismail Al-Mashhadani, and as part of the University’s efforts to strengthen international academic cooperation and promote the culture of internationalization, Ninevah University, represented by its Department of Missions and Cultural Relations, organized an introductory workshop on the Erasmus+ Programme and the opportunities it offers for academic cooperation and mobility. The workshop was held in accordance with the directives of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research regarding participation in Erasmus Days 2026.
The workshop introduced Erasmus+ as one of the European Union’s leading programmes supporting education, training, and international cooperation. It also highlighted the opportunities available to Iraqi universities in student, academic staff, and administrative staff mobility, Capacity Building in Higher Education (CBHE), and the development of international partnerships.
The workshop further presented Ninevah University’s experience in applying for Erasmus+ projects, highlighting the University’s successful application under the Capacity Building in Higher Education (CBHE – Strand 1) action. The project, entitled “Digital Resilience in Higher Education in Crisis Contexts,” represents an important step towards strengthening the University’s presence in competitive European projects and developing digital education solutions capable of responding to challenges and crises.
This workshop reflects the commitment of the Presidency of Ninevah University, led by Prof. Dr. Osama Ismail Al-Mashhadani, to expanding international cooperation, encouraging academic and administrative staff to capitalize on international partnership and funding opportunities, and supporting institutional development and the advancement of higher education. It also aims to translate academic cooperation opportunities into high-impact projects and tangible achievements.
