The Jean Monnet Action is part of the Erasmus+ programme and is aimed at stimulating teaching, research, and debate in the field of European Union (EU) studies.
The programme focuses on the study of European integration processes. This encompasses not only politics or law but also European standards in technology, ecology, aviation, and management.
Main Types of Projects:
- Modules: Short teaching courses (minimum of 40 hours per academic year);
- Chairs: Teaching posts with a specialization in EU studies (minimum of 90 hours per academic year);
- Centres of Excellence: Hubs of competence and knowledge within universities;
- Networks: Cooperation between several institutions to exchange best practices.
Ukraine is one of the leaders among partner countries in terms of the number of submitted and selected projects.
The programme in Ukraine contributes to:
- Aligning Ukrainian legislation with EU standards;
- Promoting European democratic values;
- Training specialists who understand the mechanisms of the EU market and standards.
For a technical university like KhAI, Jean Monnet is an opportunity to integrate the "European component" into the training of engineers and managers:
- Technical standards and certification (Aviation and Space). Development of modules dedicated to EASA (European Union Aviation Safety Agency) regulations;
- Ecology and the "Green Deal." As the EU actively implements environmental regulations for aviation, KhAI can create various ecological projects;
- Cybersecurity and digitalization. EU legislation in the field of personal data protection (GDPR) for IT specialists;
- Project management and business. European practices in managing innovative aerospace clusters.
Benefits for the University and Faculty:
- Grant funding: The programme provides a fixed grant (Lump Sum), which can be used for faculty top-ups, organizing events, and publishing materials.
- International recognition: The presence of a Jean Monnet project enhances the university's ranking and the status of specific departments.
- Publications: Stimulates the creation of new textbooks and articles in journals indexed in Scopus/WoS.