Blended Short Mobility (BSM)
Would you like to gain experience abroad but, for various reasons, are unable to undertake a long-term stay? The Blended Short Mobility (BSM) offers you the opportunity to spend five days at a partner university as part of a student group, combined with online learning phases. The programme is organised by the departmental coordinators in your department.
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Just popping out for a bit? – Short-term mobility under the Erasmus+ programme
Inclusion is a central component of the current generation of the Erasmus+ programme. For students who, for various reasons, are unable to undertake a long-term stay abroad, Blended Short Mobility (BSM) offers an ideal alternative. Unlike participation in a Blended Intensive Programme (BIP), short-term mobility (BSM) can take place between just two partner universities. A Blended Short Mobility comprises a short physical phase (5–30 days) at a partner university of TH Köln, as well as a virtual phase before, during or after the stay. This promotes collaborative online exchange – for example, students from different countries work together digitally on course content or projects. The virtual component facilitates contact and supports teamwork during the programme.
Requirements for participating in a BSM
Application Form BSM
- BSM participants are enrolled students at TH Köln and are aiming to obtain a degree from TH Köln.
- At least 3 ECTS credits must be awarded for successful participation.
- There is still sufficient Erasmus+ funding quota available for the participating students’ current study level.
- An inter-institutional agreement has been concluded with the other higher education institution, which permits mobility in a blended format.
- The funding application was submitted on time.
- Unfortunately, a BSM is not suitable for exchange students who are currently spending a semester or year abroad at TH Köln.
Funding rates for participation in a BSM
Participants in a blended short-term mobility will receive a daily allowance, a travel allowance and, where applicable, additional daily allowances for travel days, as well as a Fewer Opportunities Top-Up.
| Type of grant | grant amount | additional information |
|---|---|---|
| Grant for days 1–14 | In the 2025 project year: €79 per day |
At TH Köln, BSM students are funded for a maximum of five days of physical attendance |
| Fewer Opportunities Top-Up | Participants with fewer opportunities will also receive a one-off payment of €100. | Information on Fewer Opportunities |
| Green Travel Days | 2–4 travel days, depending on the distance | Information on Green Travel Days |
| Travel Allowance | depending on the distance and means of travel | Information on Travel Allowance |