Erasmus

Incoming Erasmus+ Students

RIAM welcomes students on the Erasmus + programme for a semester (winter or spring) or a full year! We most commonly can accommodate students in their 3rd year of BMus Performance degree. Applications for the Academic Year 2027/28 will open from December 1st 2026 and close May 1st 2027.

Eligibility

• Normally open to 3rd-year undergraduate and Master's students.
• BMusEd applicants should apply through Trinity College Dublin.

Application Process

1. Discuss your plans with your home Erasmus Coordinator.
2. Receive a formal nomination from your institution.
3. Apply through the EASY Mobility Platform here https://mobility.aec-music.eu/. 
4. Submit:
   • CV
   • Motivation Letter
   • YouTube audition link (15-20 minutes of free choice and contrasting repertoire)
   • Personal details

English Language

Recommended minimum level: B1 (B2 preferred) on  the CFER scale..

Partner Institutions

View RIAM's Erasmus partner institutions. Students from non-partner conservatoires may still apply; an inter-institutional agreement can be arranged where appropriate. RIAM Erasmus Partner Institutions. 

Accommodation

Accommodation in Dublin is competitive. We recommend researching options early. A pre-arrival guide will be provided to successful applicants. Accommodation | RIAM

Contact 

Hannah Levy, RIAM Tertiary Office & Erasmus Coordinator: [email protected]

Life as a RIAM Erasmus+ student is full on and exciting as you will have the chance to get involved in our screened orchestral auditions, Performance Spotlight Weeks and ensemble projects (Philharmonia orchestra, Chamber Music, Opera Production) and be exposed to many internationally renown visiting Professors as well as our world class teaching Faculty.

Outgoing Erasmus+ Students

RIAM highly encourages its students to undertake a long term Erasmus + mobility for a semester or full year abroad. We especially recommend planning your mobility during your 3rd year of BMus programme as it is the most flexible year academically.

Experiencing other cultures, exploring new musical influences, being exposed to different teaching styles and methods will bring out essential qualities of adaptability, curiosity and forge your confidence as a musician. Building a new network of friends and future colleagues, immersing yourself in a fresh creative environment  are invaluable ways to broaden your skills and prepare you for your professional music career.

Best Time to Go

3rd year of the BMus programme is generally the most flexible period for mobility.

Before You Apply

• Research potential institutions and teachers.
• Identify at least 4 preferred destinations.
• Inform the RIAM Erasmus Coordinator as early as possible of your intention.

Application

Apply through the EASY Mobility Platform and submit https://mobility.aec-music.eu/:

• CV
• YouTube audition links
• Personal details

Please note not all partner institutions use Easy Mobility, you have to research their preferred portal/method for applying.

Funding & Fees

• RIAM administers Erasmus grants.
• RIAM will have to nominate you 
• Grants contribute towards travel and living costs but do not cover all expenses.
• You continue to pay RIAM tuition fees.
• No tuition fees are paid to the host institution.

Academic Recognition

Learning Agreements and ECTS recognition will be agreed between RIAM and the host institution.

Contact

RIAM Erasmus Coordinator: Hannah Levy [email protected] 

An in-house presentation session will be offered to all RIAM students on Friday November 6th 2026 from 3 to 4 pm to help you map your Erasmus+ mobility wishes and clarify the administrative process for all applicants willing to go on Erasmus for the 2027/28 academic year.

RIAM has Erasmus bi-lateral agreements with the conservatoires on this link: 

RIAM Erasmus Partner Institutions. 

If your conservatoire of choice is not currently affiliated with us you can still apply to them. Should they accept you, we will then draw up an inter-institutional agreement with them.

Additional Resources

Erasmus Policy Statement

Erasmus Charter

European Credit Transfer Scheme (ECTS)

The European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) guarantees international academic recognition of successful completion of studies. You can download our quick guide to ECTS below: