Cultural Relations

The Cultural Relations Department is the unit responsible at the University of Al-Turath for managing and coordinating all international cooperation activities, including concluding agreements with partner universities, coordinating student and academic exchange programs, managing international scholarships such as Erasmus+, and organizing international events.

Yes, exchange programs are available to students from all colleges and specializations at the University of Al-Turath, provided they meet the specific eligibility criteria for each program. Available opportunities depend on agreements with partner universities and the specializations they offer.

No, quite the opposite. A Learning Agreement is signed before departure ensuring that courses studied at the host university are recognized and equivalent to courses at the University of Al-Turath. This means you will not lose any academic semester and can continue your studies normally.

Erasmus+ is the European Union's program for supporting education and training. Yes, the funding covers international travel costs, a monthly living allowance (800-900 EUR for students), health insurance, and tuition fees are waived at the host university. Participants are not required to pay any additional fees.

The minimum requirement is B2 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR), which is approximately equivalent to IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL iBT 72. Some European universities may require a higher level depending on the study program. The program also provides language support through the OLS platform.

For students: 3-6 months (one or two semesters). For traineeships: 2-6 months. For academic staff and administrators: 5-14 days. The exact duration is determined in agreement with the host university and according to the nature of the activity.

You can apply to European universities listed among the University of Al-Turath's Erasmus+ partner universities. It is recommended to choose a university that offers a study program compatible with your specialization. Students can rank 3 preferences when applying.

The funding covers most costs. However, students may need to cover some additional expenses such as visa fees and personal expenses beyond the monthly allowance. It is advisable to set aside a small reserve for emergency expenses.

Applications typically open twice a year: in February-March for the fall semester (September), and in September-October for the spring semester (February). Exact dates are announced on the university website and social media pages.

The minimum cumulative GPA is 70% or equivalent. The higher the GPA, the greater the chances of acceptance, as GPA constitutes 25% of the selection criteria.

Yes, students can apply in each available application round. If not accepted the first time, students are encouraged to improve their profile (such as improving language level or GPA) and apply again.

To improve your chances: (1) Maintain a high academic GPA, (2) Obtain a recognized English language certificate with the highest possible score, (3) Write a compelling and program-specific motivation letter, (4) Obtain strong recommendation letters from your professors, (5) Participate in extracurricular and volunteer activities.

Yes, the Cultural Relations Department provides full support with visa procedures, including providing acceptance letters and supporting documents required by the embassy. The department also provides detailed guidance on visa application steps and requirements.

The host university typically cooperates with participants to provide suitable accommodation options, whether in university dormitories or shared apartments. The International Relations Office at the host university provides assistance and guidance in this regard.