Exciting news for FUTA graduate students! The Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), through the Coordinator of the Erasmus Mobility Project, has officially announced an open call for the KA 171 Programme (Erasmus Student’s Spots Nigeria).
This is a fantastic opportunity for eligible FUTA graduate students in Agriculture and Sciences to participate in an academic mobility program at the University of Jaén, Spain (noted as the University of Jean in the official memo), for the first semester of the 2026/2027 academic session (September 2026 to January 2027).
There are currently three (3) vacancies available, so the competition will be tight. If you have been looking for an opportunity to gain international academic exposure, here is everything you need to know to submit your application.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria for FUTA Erasmus+ Student Mobility Programme
To be considered for this Erasmus Mobility spot, applicants must meet the following strict criteria:
- Current Student Status: You must be a duly registered graduate student at FUTA.
- Academic Progress: You must have successfully completed the coursework for your graduate degree programme.
- Travel Readiness: You must possess an International Passport that is valid for a minimum of nine (9) months starting from September 2026.
- Undergraduate Performance: You must have graduated with a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of not less than 3.50/5.0 during your undergraduate degree.
📄 Required Documents
If you meet the eligibility criteria, prepare the following documents immediately. You will need to submit three (3) hard copies of your application package, which must include:
- A scanned copy of your International Passport data page.
- Your updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- A copy of your most recent registration document for your current graduate study.
- A copy of your Undergraduate Degree Certificate.
📝 How to Apply for FUTA Erasmus+ Student Mobility Programme
Applications are submitted physically. Package your three hard copies with all the required documents attached and address them to:
Department of Forestry and Wood Technology, School of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology (SAAT), Federal University of Technology, Akure.
⏳ Application Deadline
Time is of the essence! The official memo was dated April 16th, 2026, and applications must be submitted within one week of the advertisement. This means your application should be submitted on or before Thursday, April 23rd, 2026.
📞 Further Enquiries
If you need more clarity or have specific questions about the application process, you can reach out to the program coordinator using the contact details provided in the memo:
- Phone: 08131272891
- Coordinator: Prof. Matthew Banji Oyun (Coordinator, Erasmus Student Mobility Programme, FUTA)
Don’t sleep on this! Gather your documents and submit your application as soon as possible. Wishing you the absolute best of luck!
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