ERASMUS Staff Mobility Programmes

Irish Erasmus Library Staff Mobility week: 23 – 27 June 2025

Are you interested in visiting Ireland?

CONUL Libraries will be hosting the sixth Erasmus Library Staff Mobility week on 23 – 27 June 2025.

This very popular week is targeted at professional library staff working in university or other research orientated libraries, with an interest in visiting Ireland.

During the week you will have the opportunity to engage with Irish librarians and visit many of Irelands top libraries.

The theme for 2025 is “Future-proofing libraries”.

Find out more about the programme: https://bit.ly/AboutErasmusDublin2025

Libfocus Article: https://www.libfocus.com/2024/07/erasmus-library-staff-mobility-week.html

Listen to past participants sharing their experiences:  https://conul.ie/conul-erasmus-staff-mobility-programme-presentations/

For European staff mobility programmes, check the IMOTION Erasmus Staff training website.

When will the programme be open for applications?

The Programme is now open for applications.

Apply here.

Who can apply?

Library staff with a professional library qualification and working in university or other research orientated libraries

Where can I learn more?

Further details will be posted on this website, on the iMotion Erasmus Staff Training portal and on social media.

European staff mobility programmes

Interested in attending a Library Erasmus programme in Europe?

There are great opportunities to be discovered on the iMotion ERASMUS Staff Training portal under ‘Libraries and Learning Centres’.

Check out the talks by Irish Library staff sharing their experiences of attending an Erasmus programme abroad.

For more information on funding, check with your Institutions Erasmus office.

Am I eligible to apply?

Staff working in higher education institutions are generally eligible to apply if your institution is part of the scheme.

Where can I go?

You can attend training at any higher education institute in an EU Member State or third countries associated with the programme.

How do I apply?

Application details will be on the iMotion portal. You will need to seek approval within your Library and institution before applying.

Is there a cost?

You can apply for Erasmus staff training mobility grant funds through your home institution.  

What can I expect?

Check out the talks by Irish Library staff sharing their experiences of attending an Erasmus programme abroad.

Where can I learn more?

Further information available on the Erasmus+ website and from your institutions Erasmus office. Your local Library staff manager will be able to advise.