KA171 Erasmus Student Mobility
Outgoing Mobility Programmes

KA171 – Erasmus+ Student Mobility for Studies

Erasmus+ KA171 (International Credit Mobility) enables students of Fatih Sultan Mehmet Vakıf University to undertake study periods at partner universities located outside Europe within the framework of Erasmus+ cooperation projects.

Mobility Type Student Mobility for Studies
Duration 3–12 months
ECTS Target 30 ECTS per semester
Programme Erasmus+ KA171
The International Experience

Opportunities Beyond Borders

Three important dimensions of KA171 study mobility.

01 / Academic

Academic Recognition

Courses completed during the mobility period are recognised at FSMVU in accordance with the ECTS system and the approved Learning Agreement.

02 / International

Global Experience

Students gain international academic experience by studying at partner universities in non-European countries.

03 / Guidance

Institutional Support

The International Programs Office (IPO) provides guidance and support before, during, and after the mobility period.

01 / Overview

Erasmus+ KA171

Erasmus+ KA171 Student Mobility for Studies offers FSMVU students the opportunity to study at higher education institutions in partner countries outside Europe. The programme is implemented on a project basis and is limited to universities with which FSMVU has a valid inter-institutional agreement.

Mobility opportunities, partner countries, and quotas vary depending on the scope and budget of the approved Erasmus+ KA171 projects.

3–12 months Students may participate in Erasmus+ KA171 study mobility for a minimum period of 3 months and a maximum period of 12 months. The mobility period must correspond to a full academic term.
02 / Selection Framework

Eligibility & Application

Review academic requirements and the published selection weighting.

All enrolled bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral students of Fatih Sultan Mehmet Vakıf University are eligible to apply for KA171 student mobility for studies.

Minimum Academic Requirements
Minimum CGPA Undergraduate Students
2.20 / 4.00
Minimum CGPA Graduate Students
2.50 / 4.00

These are the stated minimum CGPA requirements. Programme availability, project conditions, and official selection procedures also apply.

Selection Criteria
Academic Achievement 50%
Foreign Language Proficiency 50%

Academic achievement and foreign language proficiency each carry 50% of the selection weighting.

TURNA Application Portal

Applications are submitted via the TURNA Portal operated by the Turkish National Agency.

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03 / KA171 Information

Programme Details

Select a topic to explore its requirements and conditions.

01 / 04 · Academic Requirements
01 / Academic Eligibility

Academic Requirements

  • Undergraduate students: Minimum CGPA of 2.20 / 4.00.
  • Graduate students: Minimum CGPA of 2.50 / 4.00.
02 / Erasmus+ Financial Assistance

Financial Support

Selected students may receive monthly grants and travel support, subject to the conditions and budget of the relevant Erasmus+ KA171 project. Participation without receiving a grant is also possible.

Grant availability and support depend on the applicable KA171 project's approved conditions and budget.

03 / Recognition of Studies

Academic Recognition

Courses successfully completed during the mobility period are recognised within the framework of the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) , provided that they are approved in the Learning Agreement.

04 / Programme Conditions

Important Notes

  • KA171 mobility opportunities depend on project availability.
  • Quotas are limited and defined by the project scope.
  • Mobility is available only for partner institutions announced in the official call.
  • Students are advised to follow FSMVU IPO announcements regularly.
Erasmus+ KA171 / FSMVU

International Cooperation. Academic Mobility. Global Experience.