Программы студенческого обмена

The international academic mobility and exchange programs of the Komitas State Conservatory of Yerevan provide students with the opportunity to temporarily continue their education at other higher education institutions, contributing to the enhancement of educational quality and professional growth. Exchanges are carried out based on inter-university cooperation agreements and/or memoranda. Students may also apply on their own initiative to their preferred institution, including institutions that do not currently partner with the Conservatory. In such cases, the Conservatory supports their mobility.

Who Can Participate

The programs are open to Bachelor's, Master's, and Postgraduate (PhD) students, regardless of study format or specialization. The following exceptions apply:

First-year Bachelor's students in their first semester,
Bachelor's and Master's students in their final graduating semester.

Eligibility Requirements and Required Documents

To apply, the following are required:

High academic achievement, confirmed by an academic transcript,
A certificate of foreign language proficiency of at least level B2, as required by the program,
Application form,
Copy of passport,
Letter of motivation,
Curriculum Vitae (CV) / Resume.

Applications must be submitted within the deadlines announced for each specific program. Students are also required to submit any additional documents requested by the host institution.

Selection of Participants

Selection is conducted on a competitive basis, taking into account applicants' academic standing and proficiency in the language of the host country or the designated foreign language of instruction. As part of the competition, students participate in a professional audition/listening session organized by the selection committee. Details of selected candidates are forwarded to the host institution, which makes the final decision. Students have the right to apply to multiple academic mobility programs and receive comprehensive information regarding them.

Study Program Harmonization and Approval

The list of courses selected by the student to be taken at the host institution must be agreed upon with the Conservatory’s Academic Affairs Department. For participation, a tripartite agreement and/or contract is signed between the student, the Conservatory, and the host institution, outlining:

The responsibilities of each party,
The list of subjects to be studied,
Academic hours and number of credits,
Regulations for making up academic differences (curriculum discrepancies),
Methods for grade recognition and credit transfer.

Academic Recognition of Study Outcomes

Upon completion of the exchange period, the host institution provides an academic transcript certifying the completed courses, training sessions, earned credits, and grades. The student submits this transcript to the Conservatory’s Academic Affairs Department for official academic recognition of learning outcomes. The recognition document is prepared based on the student's application and transcript. Credits acquired through mobility must not exceed 30 percent of the total academic workload required for obtaining the respective qualification. Students are required to clear any resulting curriculum differences within the designated deadlines.

Tuition Fee Terms

The Conservatory informs the student regarding tuition fee terms and conditions applicable during the mobility period.

Announcements and Information

Announcements regarding international exchange programs are published on the Conservatory's official website and other information platforms. Candidate details are submitted to host institutions by the YSC International Relations and Public Affairs Department.

Information to Include in Each International Program Announcement

These rules define the general procedure. In each specific program announcement, it is recommended to also specify:

The name of the program and host institution, country,
Eligible majors/specializations and degree levels,
Number of available spots, exchange timeline, and duration,
Language of instruction and accepted language proficiency certificates,
Financial terms: scholarships, travel grants, accommodation, insurance, and tuition coverage,
Application deadline, submission procedure, and relevant application links,
Details regarding the selection process and auditions,
Contact information of the department in charge.