Capacity building for higher education (CBHE) in Georgia (2014-2024)
The Capacity Building in Higher Education (CBHE) program component of Erasmus+ aims to modernize the higher education systems of partner countries, including Georgia, to increase accessibility and improve quality. This initiative allows higher education institutions to cooperate with EU partner universities, improve academic programs, develop infrastructure and promote educational exchanges. The main objective is to strengthen the capacity of these institutions to meet the needs of the labor market and society, as well as to promote the mobility of students and staff.
Through the CBHE program, Georgia's higher education institutions have been given the opportunity to participate in many initiatives aimed at improving the quality of education, developing research, strengthening management and aligning curricula with international standards. This program has brought significant benefits to Georgia, with its dynamic higher education sector, which is reflected in the growing number of projects over the past decade.
Overview of Erasmus+ CBHE projects with the participation of Georgia (2014-2024)
From 2014 to 2024, Georgia actively participated in the Higher Education Capability Development (CBHE) projects of the Erasmus+ program. These projects contributed to the modernization of Georgia's higher education system and the country's involvement in global academic and research networks. Georgian institutions have collaborated with universities and academic organizations in Europe and other regions, bringing significant changes to their educational practices, research capabilities, and governance structures.
Over the past decade, Georgia has participated in 42 CBHE projects with a total EU grant of 30,455,375 euros. These projects covered various topics such as curriculum development, institutional management, student mobility and international research collaboration.
Important projects and Georgia's participation
- Coordinated CBHE projects
- Number of projects: 23
- General budget: 16,098,839 euros
Georgian institutions played an important role in the coordinated projects, as they led the efforts to modernize the education system. These projects focus on areas such as curriculum design, creating new programs in line with international standards, and integrating technology into teaching and learning. Georgian universities and colleges are actively cooperating with EU institutions to plan and implement these initiatives, which will ensure the introduction of innovative educational practices.
- Partnership CBHE projects
- number of projects: 42
- general budget: 30,455,375 euros
Georgia's participation in partnership projects gave local universities the opportunity to use the experience and resources of the European Union. The projects focused on critically important areas such as:
- Curriculum and program development: updating courses and creating new programs that meet the demands of the global labor market.
- Development of staff skills: Training of Georgian academic staff through mobility programs, seminars and workshops.
- Strengthening research capacity: Creating joint research initiatives that will allow Georgian academics to work together with European colleagues on research of international importance.
- Mobility of students: Giving Georgian students the opportunity to study abroad and at the same time increasing the number of international students in Georgia.
This collaborative effort has become the foundation for sustainable improvements in Georgia's higher education sector, ensuring its competitiveness and relevance in an ever-changing global environment.
Project cost and financial support
The total cost of 42 partnership CBHE projects, in which Georgian institutions participated, amounts to 30,455,375 euros. This funding has helped develop new curricula, improve institutional governance, implement student mobility programs, and strengthen research infrastructure.
In addition, 23 coordinated projects attracted a total of EUR 16,098,839 in EU funding, highlighting Georgia's role in driving education innovation.
Erasmus+'s CBHE program has played an important role in the development of Georgia's higher education sector. Within the framework of these 42 projects, Georgian institutions, together with European partners, adjusted the curricula to the modern level, improved academic standards and improved the general educational environment. The total funding exceeds 46 million euros, which underlines the EU's support for Georgia's educational growth and global integration.
These projects not only improved the academic experience of students and professors, but also contributed to the long-term development of Georgia's economy and society, creating a qualified and competitive workforce. Georgia continues to participate in these collaborative initiatives, and therefore its institutions of higher education will be well prepared to meet the challenges of the future.
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Capacity Building in Higher Education (CBHE) in Georgia (2014-2024)
The Capacity Building in Higher Education (CBHE) component of the Erasmus+ program focuses on fostering the modernization, accessibility, and quality improvement of higher education in partner countries, including Georgia. This initiative enables higher education institutions to collaborate with EU counterparts to enhance their academic offerings, improve their infrastructure, and promote educational exchange. The goal is to strengthen the capacity of these institutions to meet the needs of the labor market and society at large, while also facilitating the mobility of students and staff.
Through the CBHE program, higher education institutions in Georgia have had the opportunity to collaborate on a variety of initiatives aimed at improving education quality, advancing research, enhancing governance, and ensuring that curricula are aligned with international standards. Georgia, with its dynamic higher education sector, has benefited significantly from this program, with an increasing number of projects spanning over the last decade.
Overview of Erasmus+ CBHE projects involving Georgia (2014–2024)
From 2014 to 2024, Georgia has been involved in numerous Erasmus+ Capacity Building in Higher Education projects. These projects have contributed to the modernization of Georgia's higher education system and supported the country's engagement in global academic and research networks. Georgian institutions have partnered with universities and academic organizations from across Europe and beyond, bringing about valuable changes to their educational practices, research capabilities, and governance structures.
Over the course of the last decade, Georgia has been involved in 42 CBHE projects, with a total EU grant value of €30,455,375. These projects have spanned various themes, including curriculum development, institutional management, student mobility, and international research collaboration.
Key Projects and Georgian Participation
1. Coordinated CBHE Projects
- Number of Projects: 23
- Total Budget: €16,098,839 EUR
In these coordinated projects, Georgian institutions often play key roles in leading efforts that aim to modernize their educational frameworks. These projects focus on areas such as curriculum design, establishing new programs aligned with international standards, and enhancing the use of technology in teaching and learning. Georgian universities and colleges are working closely with EU institutions to design and implement these initiatives, resulting in innovative educational practices.
2. Partnered CBHE Projects
- Number of Projects: 42
- Total Budget: €30,455,375 EUR
Georgia's role as a partner in these projects has allowed local universities to benefit from EU expertise and resources. The projects have addressed critical areas such as:
- Curriculum and Program Development: Updating and creating new courses that match the needs of the global labor market.
- Staff Development: Training Georgian academic staff through mobility programs, workshops, and seminars.
- Research Capacity: Building partnerships for joint research initiatives, enabling Georgian academics to work alongside their EU counterparts on important international research topics.
- Student Mobility: Providing Georgian students with the chance to study abroad, while also increasing the number of international students coming to Georgia.
These collaborative efforts have led to lasting improvements in Georgia's higher education sector, ensuring that it remains competitive and relevant in an ever-evolving global landscape.
Project Value and Financial Contribution
The total value of the 42 partnered CBHE projects in which Georgian institutions have participated is a significant €30,455,375 EUR. This funding has supported the development of new curricula, the improvement of institutional management, the implementation of student mobility programs, and the enhancement of research infrastructure.
In addition, the 23 coordinated projects have attracted a total of €16,098,839 in EU funding, demonstrating the importance of Georgia's role in driving educational innovation in the region.
The Erasmus+ Capacity Building in Higher Education (CBHE) program has been instrumental in advancing Georgia's higher education sector. Through these 42 projects, Georgian institutions have collaborated with European partners to modernize curricula, enhance academic standards, and improve the overall educational environment. The total funding of over € 46 million showcases the EU's commitment to supporting Georgia's educational growth and global integration.
These projects not only enhance the academic experience for students and faculty but also contribute to the long-term development of Georgia's economy and society by fostering a skilled and competitive workforce. As Georgia continues to engage in these collaborative initiatives, its higher education institutions will remain well-positioned to meet the challenges of the future.