For Alte University, membership in international and global associations represents one of the key platforms for institutional development, enabling the university to be an active participant in the European and global educational space.

International Units and Associations

For Alte University, membership in international and global associations represents one of the key platforms for institutional development, enabling the university to be an active participant in the European and global educational space.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>International Networks</h2>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.eua.eu/">EUA – European University Association</a> The EUA unites over 850 member universities and educational organizations from 47 European countries. Founded in Brussels, the organization fosters the development of higher education policy and practice in areas such as quality assurance, internationalization, governance, and funding. EUA works closely with the European Commission and the European Parliament, providing member universities with the opportunity to participate in shaping European educational policy.Through its membership in the EUA, Alte University is able to:<ul><li>Engage in joint European projects</li><li>Participate in international educational initiatives</li><li>Develop academic cooperation and exchange programs&nbsp;</li></ul><a href="https://www.eaie.org/">EAIE – European Association for International Education</a> Founded in 1989, the EAIE is one of the leading European centers for international higher education exchange. It brings together professionals in the education sector and provides resources and expertise for internationalization. As a member of the EAIE, Alte University strengthens its global connections and creates new educational opportunities for both students and academic staff.&nbsp;<a href="https://guninetwork.org/">Global University Network for Innovation (GUNI)</a> GUNI is one of the leading and most recognized international organizations in higher education policy and management. It represents a global network of 297 members across 89 countries, including universities and UNESCO research centers. The organization aims to foster innovation in education, research, and community engagement, particularly within the framework of sustainable development.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.academicintegrity.eu/wp/">European Network for Academic Integrity (ENAI)</a> ENAI is a European network that promotes the enhancement of academic integrity. It unites universities and academic professionals working on the prevention of academic misconduct and the implementation of ethical standards.&nbsp;<a href="https://coara.org/">Coalition for Advancing Research Assessment (CoARA)</a> CoARA is a coalition dedicated to promoting the assessment of scientific research based on high standards. Its mission is to ensure that research evaluation is grounded in quality, open science, and diverse scholarly achievements.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.iaup.org/">International Association of University Presidents (IAUP)</a> IAUP is a global association that brings together university presidents and rectors. The organization fosters international cooperation and supports the advancement of quality in higher education worldwide.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.iatul.org/">International Association of University Libraries (IATUL)</a> IATUL is the International Association of University and Research Libraries. Established in 1955 in Düsseldorf to represent libraries of scientific and technical universities, it has since expanded to include private universities (since 2014). Today, IATUL unites more than 240 member libraries globally and collaborates with organizations such as UNESCO and IFLA.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Professional Associations</h2>&nbsp;<h3>Medicine</h3>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sesam-web.org/">Society in Europe for Simulation Applied to Medicine (SESAM)</a> SESAM is a European organization uniting professionals who apply simulation in medical education, practice, and research. It promotes the development of innovative teaching methods in healthcare.&nbsp;<a href="https://adee.org/">ADEE – Association for Dental Education in Europe</a> ADEE is a leading organization that defines dental education standards across Europe, bringing together top medical schools and professional societies.Membership in ADEE provides Alte University with opportunities to:<ul><li>Participate in annual events and European meetings</li><li>Access professional groups and scientific activities</li><li>Gain access to the European Journal of Dental Education</li><li>Benefit from special discounts for conferences and training programs&nbsp;</li></ul><a href="https://amee.org/">AMEE – Association for Medical Education in Europe</a> AMEE brings together higher education institutions, students, scholars, and researchers from more than 90 countries. It serves as a global platform for advancing medical education, sharing knowledge, and implementing collaborative initiatives.Membership ensures:<ul><li>Access to leading resources on medical education</li><li>Opportunities to participate in international conferences</li><li>Networking for academic and research collaborations</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;<h3>Law</h3>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ialsnet.org/">International Association of Law Schools (IALS)</a> IALS is a global association uniting law schools with the mission of strengthening international cooperation and promoting legal scholarship.&nbsp;<a href="https://elfa-edu.org/">European Law Faculties Association (ELFA)</a> ELFA is a European association of law faculties working to harmonize academic standards in legal education and deepen connections among European universities.&nbsp;<h3>IT</h3>&nbsp;Amazon Web Services (AWS) Academy AWS Academy provides educational institutions with courses based on Amazon’s web technologies. Students acquire practical skills and prepare for international certifications in IT and web technologies.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.acm.org/">Association for Computing Machinery (ACM)</a> ACM is one of the world’s most influential organizations in the field of computer science. It offers IT professionals opportunities for conferences, knowledge sharing, research collaboration, and professional development.

For Alte University, the expansion of its international partnership network and the maintenance of effective academic relations represent one of the key priorities for institutional development.

International Partnerships

For Alte University, the expansion of its international partnership network and the maintenance of effective academic relations represent one of the key priorities for institutional development.The university is actively engaged in strengthening academic and research collaborations with leading educational and scientific institutions worldwide.At present, Alte University cooperates with more than 50 international universities and organizations. These partnerships promote access to quality education, foster innovative research, support internationalization, and enhance the global engagement of the university community.&nbsp;Through international cooperation, students and staff actively participate in exchange programs, summer and winter schools, international research initiatives, and global academic conferences. Collaboration with partners also involves the sharing of academic resources, publications, and international expertise.&nbsp;Alte University remains open to new initiatives and is ready to establish further collaborations.&nbsp;<a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=mXx1gcqE8Ui4kVed91pA_Imu6LkC6ilFltreV1lwD9dUOFNWSlBVVTVGMTFJUkJBTUlWSVpUSTJQVS4u">Interest Form for New Partners</a>

Alte University actively cooperates with international partners and participates in global initiatives aimed at enhancing the quality of higher education, advancing research, and fostering innovation.&nbsp;

International Projects

Development of Emergency Care Skills for Interested Individuals

LIFESTRAND

101129296 (Erasmus+ CBHE) 2023–2026&nbsp;Alte University is a partner in the Erasmus+ CBHE project <a href="https://lifestrandproject.com/">LIFESTRAND</a> (Life Support Training and Dissemination). The project aims to develop the emergency care and pre-hospital trauma management skills of university academic staff and students, as well as of populations living in areas exposed to military threats. Its ultimate objective is to safeguard the health and the right to life of communities affected by occupation and conflict.&nbsp;The project is coordinated by Tbilisi Medical Academy and involves leading universities from Georgia, Ukraine, Spain, and Portugal.&nbsp;Project objectives:&nbsp;<ul><li>Development of first aid manuals for universities in Georgia and Ukraine, supported by international partners – the University of Santiago de Compostela, the University of Porto, and SEMERGEN (the Spanish Society of Primary Care Physicians)</li><li>Training of university staff, students, and local community representatives in life-saving first aid skills&nbsp;</li></ul>Expected outcomes:&nbsp;<ul><li>Creation of first aid manuals tailored to the specific needs of military risk zones in Georgia and Ukraine</li><li>Direct impact on 242 university representatives (students and academic staff) and nearly 7,200 local residents</li></ul>&nbsp;Partner institutions:&nbsp;<ul><li>Tbilisi Medical Academy (Project Coordinator)</li><li>Tbilisi State Medical University</li><li>Alte University</li><li>Grigol Robakidze University</li><li>Luhansk State Medical University</li><li>Ternopil State Medical University</li><li>Poltava State Medical University</li><li>University of Santiago de Compostela</li><li>University of Porto</li></ul>

Alte University actively cooperates with international partners and participates in global initiatives aimed at enhancing the quality of higher education, advancing research, and fostering innovation. These projects address priority areas such as digitalization, inclusion, internationalization, and sustainability. The university also promotes the professional development of youth, students, and academic staff, encourages engagement in global networks, and supports the strengthening of innovative skills.

Erasmus +

The <a href="https://erasmus-plus.ec.europa.eu/">Erasmus Exchange Program</a> is an international educational opportunity that enables students, academic, and administrative staff to study, attend international weeks, and gain European experience at more than 50 partner universities of Alte University. The Erasmus program is fully funded by the European Commission, and participation is open to all who meet the competition requirements.&nbsp;Alte University, in addition to the Erasmus+ exchange programs, also offers exchange opportunities based on bilateral agreements with partner universities.&nbsp;Moreover, Alte University provides students with the opportunity to independently search for universities where they wish to participate in an exchange program. To proceed, please fill out the expression of interest form below.&nbsp;<a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/DesignPageV2.aspx?subpage=design&amp;token=f8dfebbb6f4b4f1ca381495f0b258a7a&amp;id=mXx1gcqE8Ui4kVed91pA_LeVPYDt1u5EmVIr4lEJhV9UN1BPR1Y3WVY1V0xRSjU1S1hFS0NCVFNYUi4u">student exchange interest form</a>&nbsp;

Funding for International Projects

Funding for International Activities

Alte University supports the international experience of students and staff, including participation in summer/winter schools, educational camps, forums, and other international events. The internal funding program provides either full or partial support, in accordance with established criteria and procedures.&nbsp;Funding Forms<ul><li><a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=mXx1gcqE8Ui4kVed91pA_DWN0moxmwpOlHpFwdNwgk9UN1UyVU9ENExaWklSMlBBUE9RME8yVkQ5TS4u">Student Funding Request Form</a></li><li><a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=mXx1gcqE8Ui4kVed91pA_LeVPYDt1u5EmVIr4lEJhV9UMlQzNDEwQ0NIRFdXQ1REN0RCUUNKU0E5Vy4u">Funding Request Form for Participation in an International Event (for Staff)</a></li></ul>&nbsp;1. Who is eligible to receive funding? Funding is available to:<ul><li>Students – Minimum GPA of 3.0 (in exceptional cases, 2.5–2.9 GPA); active student status; no academic or disciplinary violations.</li><li>Staff – Current administrative, academic, or invited staff members with no record of violations.&nbsp;</li></ul>2. What types of activities are eligible for funding?<ul><li>International summer/winter schools</li><li>Educational camps, forums, and other similar projects (Research projects, conferences, and publications are excluded)&nbsp;</li></ul>3. How frequently can I receive funding? After receiving funding, applicants are not eligible for the same type of funding during the current and subsequent semester.&nbsp;4. What are the deadlines for submission? Applications must be submitted at least 4 weeks before the financial registration deadline. Decisions are communicated within 2 weeks.&nbsp;5. Who makes the funding decision? A specially established committee (5 members) approved by the President. Evaluation is based on a scoring system:<ul><li>Students: Academic performance (30), CV (20), Motivation (20), Recommendation (20), Language (10)</li><li>Staff: Motivation (30), CV (20), Recommendation (20), Language (20), Additional activities (10)&nbsp;</li></ul>6. Can a funding decision be appealed? Yes. Appeals must be submitted in writing to the President within 3 working days of receiving the decision. A final decision will be issued within 5 working days.&nbsp;7. What types of funding are available? Both full and partial funding are possible. Once a decision is made, the applicant must confirm acceptance of the offer within 2 working days.

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The goal of the Department of International Relations of Alte University is to introduce and develop global standards in the teaching-learning and administration process of the university.&nbsp;

Department of International Relations

About Us

Internationalization is a key component of Alte University’s strategic development plan. International experience is essential for institutional growth, quality enhancement, and strengthening competitiveness.&nbsp;All structural units of the university are involved in this process; however, the central role is held by the Department of International Relations. Its primary mission is to implement and reinforce global standards in both teaching and administrative practices.&nbsp;The priorities of the Department of International Relations include:<ul><li>Developing partnerships with international educational and research institutions;</li><li>Expanding international opportunities for students, academic, and administrative staff;</li><li>Increasing the university’s engagement in international academic and professional networks;</li><li>Supporting the creation of joint academic programs and projects;</li><li>Providing assistance for international students and staff.&nbsp;</li></ul>Alte University closely cooperates with international universities, organizations, and research centers. This cooperation involves both the establishment of joint educational programs and the implementation of collaborative research initiatives.&nbsp;The university regularly hosts local representations of international projects and actively supports the participation of Georgian students in international competitions and contests.&nbsp;Through international partnerships, Alte University students and staff gain opportunities to participate in exchange programs, summer and winter schools, as well as international research projects.&nbsp;Alte University is continuously committed to strengthening its position within the global academic community and remains open to new initiatives that create further opportunities for international collaboration.&nbsp;Contact information: <a href="mailto:international@alte.edu.ge">international@alte.edu.ge</a>&nbsp;