Software is driving the development of new, innovative applications and services that are transforming industries and improving people’s lives. The overall aim of the programme is to develop a high level of intellectual awareness and professional international based competence in the area of software development. In a sector such as software design the global nature of the industry requires an international focus.

 

With the adaption of Internet of Things Software Design has become a critical component of many global industries. Therefore, Software Engineers need to understand the needs and preferences of different cultures and be able to develop software that can be used by people from diverse backgrounds.

 

The programme offers an integrated an internationalised approach to delivering end to end software development skills. The focus on the practical problem-solving skills required for software developers. Programme participants will also gain an integrated and critical knowledge of the skills and particular technologies widely used in the industry today.

 

The strategic framework for European cooperation in education and training (ET 2020) provides common strategic objectives for EU Member States. For 2020, for Higher Education (HE) mobility the benchmark defined is that at least 20% of Higher Education graduates should have experienced a period of Higher Education related study or training (including work placements) abroad. The benefits of international study for students has long been established within the EU.

 

In Eastern Europe, students who have studied internationally are more than five times (83 %) less likely to experience long-term unemployment than those not participating in the programme. In Southern Europe, former Erasmus+ students are half as likely to experience long-term unemployment compared to those who have not benefited from the programme. Erasmus+ students in Southern Europe are employed much more frequently even 5-10 years after graduation, with 56% less unemployment.