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    Teaching (KA171)

    Teaching (KA171)

    Erasmus+ Mobility KA171 (International Credit Mobility – ICM) 

    Welcome to the Catholic University in Ružomberok (CU)! We are pleased that you are interested in participating in the Erasmus+ KA171 International Credit Mobility programme.

    This webpage is intended for incoming staff from partner institutions who visit our university for teaching purposes. Here you will find essential information regarding:

    • eligibility and conditions of mobility,

    • administrative procedures,

    • practical information before and during your stay,

    • contact details.

    Teaching mobility 

    Teaching mobility is intended for academic staff who will:

    • deliver lectures, seminars, or workshops,

    • share professional and pedagogical experience,

    • develop cooperation with CU academic staff.

    Minimum teaching requirement: usually 8 teaching hours per week (or proportionally for shorter stays).

    Eligibility and Requirements

    Who can apply

    • staff members of partner institutions involved in the Erasmus+ KA171 project,

    • officially nominated by their home institution.

    Language requirements

    • good knowledge of English (or another agreed working language),

    • knowledge of Slovak is not required.

    Application Procedure

    Step 1: Nomination

    The applicant must be officially nominated by the home institution.

    Step 2: Contacting the Receiving institution

    After nomination, the applicant should:

    • agree on the mobility programme,

    • confirm the mobility period,

    • identify a contact person / mentor at CU (martin.pinkos@ku.sk).

    Step 3: Documents Before Arrival

    Before the mobility, the following documents are required:

    • Mobility Agreement (Teaching) signed by all parties,

    • copy of a valid travel document,

    • any additional documents requested by the Erasmus+ coordinator.

    Financial Support

    Grant - the mobility is funded by the Erasmus+ programme and includes:

    • individual support (subsistence allowance),

    • travel grant (based on distance bands).

    The exact grant amount will be communicated individually according to the applicable Erasmus+ rules.

    Payment

    The grant is paid:

    • before and/or during the mobility,

    • after fulfilment of all required obligations.

    Practical Information

    Accommodation

    • participants arrange accommodation individually,

    • the university can provide recommendations upon request.

    Travel and Transport

    • information on arrival in Ružomberok,

    • public transport and orientation in the city.

    Insurance

    Participants must have:

    • valid health insurance covering their stay in Slovakia,

    • additional travel and accident insurance is strongly recommended.

    During the Mobility

    First Day

    • registration at the International Relations Office,

    • introduction to the programme and schedule.

    Support During the Stay

    • academic and administrative support,

    • assistance in case of any issues.

    Obligations After the Mobility

    After completing the mobility, participants are required to:

    • complete the EU Survey (Participant Report),

    • submit a Certificate of Attendance,

    • fulfil any additional reporting requirements.

    Contact Information

    PaedDr. ThLic. Martin Pinkoš

    Clerk, Non-teaching staff
    Emailmartin.pinkos@ku.sk

     

    Entry Conditions and Visa Requirements

    Incoming participants from certain countries may be subject to specific entry conditions for the Slovak Republic, including the visa obligation and/or residence permit requirements, depending on their nationality, length of stay and purpose of mobility.

    Participants are fully responsible for:

    • checking the applicable entry and residence requirements before their arrival,

    • ensuring that they hold all necessary travel documents, visas or residence permits required for their stay in Slovakia.

    The Catholic University in Ružomberok may provide, upon request:

    • general information related to entry requirements,

    • an invitation or confirmation letter for Erasmus+ mobility purposes.

    However, the university cannot guarantee the issuance of a visa or residence permit, as the final decision lies with the competent Slovak authorities.

    Incoming participants are strongly advised to:

    • contact the Embassy or Consulate of the Slovak Republic in their country of residence,

    • start the visa or residence permit application process well in advance of the planned mobility period.