Driestar Christian University for Teacher Education is part of the Erasmus+ programme, which provides students the opportunity to study abroad.
Erasmus+ partnerships
At Driestar Christian University for Teacher Education we work with different partners all across the world. In the following years we hope to expand this network. If you see opportunities for cooperation as part of Erasmus+, please contact the International Office (see information below).
At Driestar Christian University, for Teacher Education we currently have the following partners within the EU:
- Gaspar Károly University, Boedapest/Nagykőrös (Hungary);
- KPH, Wien/Krems (Austria);
- LCC International University, Klaipėda (Lithuania);
- Matej Bel University, Banská Bystrica (Slovakia);
- NLA University College, Bergen (Norway);
- Odisee, Brussel (Belgium);
- Partium Christian University, Oradea (Romania).
- Canterbury Christ Church University, Canterbury (United Kingdom);
- Chongshin University, Seoul (South Korea);
- Handong Global University, Handong (South Korea);
- Liverpool Hope University, Liverpool (United Kingdom);
- North-West University, Potchefstroom (South Africa).
Erasmus+ Policy Statement
Underlying this opportunity is the Erasmus University Charter for Higher institutions (ECHE - Driestar educatief 2021-2027), which means that the whole institution is committed to the agreement. Read more on the Erasmus+ programme in the Erasmus Policy Statement. The Erasmus+ ID code of our university is: NL GOUDA03.
Course catalogue
In our course catalogue you can find the following:
1. Information about the institution;
2. Information on programmes;
3. General information.
Download the Course Catalogue 2023-2024 (pdf)
ECTS/grading
ECTS stands for: European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System.
ECTS is part of the Erasmus programme and is the credit system for higher education used in the European Higher Education Area, involving all countries engaged in the Bologna Process. ECTS is one of the cornerstones of the Bologna process. Most Bologna countries have adopted ECTS by law for their higher education systems.
ECTS
ECTS is a learner-centred system for credit accumulation and transfer based on the transparency of learning outcomes and learning processes. It aims to facilitate planning, delivery, evaluation, recognition and validation of qualifications and units of learning as well as student mobility. ECTS is widely used in formal higher education and can be applied to other lifelong learning activities.
ECTS credits
ECTS credits are based on the workload students need in order to achieve expected learning outcomes. Learning outcomes describe what a learner is expected to know, understand and be able to do after successful completion of a process of learning. They relate to level descriptors in national and European qualifications frameworks.
Workload indicates the time students typically need to complete all learning activities (such as lectures, seminars, projects, practical work, self-study and examinations) required to achieve the expected learning outcomes.
60 ECTS credits are attached to the workload of a fulltime year of formal learning (academic year) and the associated learning outcomes. In most cases, student workload ranges from 1,500 to 1,800 hours for an academic year, whereby one credit corresponds to 25 to 30 hours of work.
One credits stands for 28 hours of study.
Source: ECTS user guide
Grading systems
Each country has its own approach to grading. It is therefore recommended to familiarise yourself with the Dutch grading system before coming to the Netherlands to study.
This is clearly described in the following overview of Nuffic.
Student
To qualify for an Erasmus scholarship, you must be a student or a graduate from an educational institution. Your institution determines the specific eligibility criteria and the amount of the grant you receive. As an Erasmus student you are welcome to study at our university, but some issues apply. Read them below.
Teacher/school staff
Erasmus+ Key Action 1 mobility is an exciting opportunity for teachers and school staff to participate in valuable courses in different European countries. Participants may receive funding from EU Erasmus+ programme, which will cover ALL necessary costs, including travel, accommodation and course/tuition fee. Driestar Christian University offers professional development courses for teachers and school staff.
Erasmus+ information:
- Only organisations can apply, not individuals
- For Erasmus+ KA1 projects, the deadline is only once per year.
- How to apply? Please check: https://ec.europa.eu/programmes/erasmus-plus/opportunities/how-to-apply_en
As an Erasmus student you are welcome to study at our university, and the following issues apply:
- For participation in part of a study programme at our university, no tuition fees will be charged;
- The exchange is inclusive of the use of facilities such as computers and library; this does not apply to accommodation, photocopying and meals;
- Where possible, we provide travel arrangements from and to the airport for arrival and departure;
- We provide you with a buddy throughout your period at Driestar Christian University for Teacher Education;
- We allocate a tutor to you, who will be your contact during your study programme;
- We provide language courses (free of charge) to incoming students/staff to improve language skills (if needed);
- As a student you have the same rights and responsibilities as our regular students;
- You draw up your own programme with your tutor (course catalogue) and formalize this in a Learning Agreement (> 15 ECTS);
- The Transcript of Records indicates the number of ECTS achieved and the grades awarded;
- The credits achieved and the period of mobility as part of the Erasmus Programme are recorded on the Diploma Supplement;
- We provide you with a learning agreement (> 15 ECTS) prior to your departure to Gouda. At successful completion of your programme you will receive a transcript of records;
- For any questions on practical aspects with regard to your stay and the Erasmus programme, you can contact the International Office.
Apply
Please fill in this form to apply for the Erasmus programme.
Disclaimer: Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or Erasmus+. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.