The scope of the Department of International Relations and Development is to manage the process of university’s internationalization as well as contribute to the overall development. Internationalization is declared to be the strategic priority of the University, which manifests in the relevant strategic goals, including development of exchange programs, attraction of foreign students, internationalization of the teaching and research process, and the development of internationally accredited programs.
In order to achieve the above mentioned goals, the Department of International Relations and Development works closely with higher education institutions and educational organizations internationally. The cooperation is focused on the implementation of exchange programs, joint research, conferences and other educational activities, all of which enhances the integration of students, academic and administrative personnel into the international educational space.
The Department works to strengthen international professional networks in close coordination with other structural units of the university to initiate and implement projects and activities, as well as increase fundraising for further development.
Contact Information
Anano Gorgodze
Head of International Relations and Development Department
email: a.gorgodze@gipa.ge
Tel: +995 599 42 48 00
Nikoloz Bakradze
International Exchange Coordinator
email: n.bakradze@gipa.ge
Tel: +995 577 57 75 11
Partner Universities
United States of America
University of Georgia
George Mason University
Troy University
Michigan State University
University of Wyoming
Kennesaw State University
Northern Arizona University
Republic of Austria
University of Salzburg
Republic of Armenia
Public Administration Academy of the Republic of Armenia
Republic of Bulgaria
Burgas Free University
University of National and World Economy
Varna University of Economics
Kingdom of Belgium
AP University College Antwerp
UC Leuven Limburg
Federal Republic of Germany
University of Hamburg
Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Universität Hannover
Berlin School of Economics and Law
leipzig University of Applied Sciences
Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences
NBS Northern Business School
Kingdom of Spain
University of Santiago de Compostela
University of Cordoba
University of Vigo
Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia
University of Barcelona
Republic of Estonia
University of Tartu
Tallinn University
Republic of Italy
SDA Bocconi School of Management
University of Cagliari
University of Perugia
University of Catania
University of Rome Tor Vergata
Republic of Latvia
BA School of Business and Finance
Vidzeme University of Applied Sciences
RISEBA University of Applied Sciences
Riga Technical University
Republic of Lithuania
Kazimieras Simonavičius University
Vytautas Magnus University
Kingdom of the Netherlans
Radboud University
Maastricht School of Management
The Hague University of Applied Sciences
Hanze University of Applied Sciences, Groningen
Fontys University of Applied Sciences
Kingdom of Norway
NLA University College
Republic of Poland
University of Wrocław
Jagiellonian University
University of Dąbrowa Górnicza
Warsaw School of Economics
The University College of Enterprise and Administration
Republic of Portugal
University of Porto
Republic of Romania
National University of Political Studies and Public Administration
Republic of Greece
International Hellenic University
Republic of France
Lille Catholic University
EDHEC Business School
Amiens School of Business
University of Clermont Auvergne
Institut Mines-Télécom Business School
Republic of Slovakia
University of Economics in Bratislava
Republic of Slovenia
GEA College
Republic of Serbia
University Business Academy in Novi Sad
Hungary
Eötvös Loránd University
Budapest Metropolitan University
Szent István University
University of Pécs
Finland
Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences
Kingdom of Sweden
University of Gothenburg
Czech Republic
Masaryk University
Prague University of Economics and Business
Institute of Technology and Business in Ceske Budejovice
Republic of Croatia
College of Applied Sciences“lavoslav Ružička
University of Rijeka
Exchange Programmes
USA
Northern Arizona University
Michigan State University
Kennesaw State University
University of Wyoming
Bulgaria
University of National and World Economy
Varna University of Economics
Belgium
UC Leuven Limburg
Germany
Leibniz Universität Hannover
Universität Hamburg
Berlin School of Economics and Law
leipzig University of Applied Sciences
Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences
Spain
University of Santiago de Compostela
University of Barcelona
Italy
University of Cagliari
University of Perugia
University of Catania
Latvia
Vidzeme University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
The Hague University of Applied Sciences
Hanze University of Applied Sciences, Groningen
Fontys University of Applied Sciences
France
Lille Catholic University
EDHEC Business School
Amiens School of Business
University of Clermont Auvergne
Slovakia
University of Economics in Bratislava
Czech Republic
Prague University of Economics and Business
Institute of Technology and Business in Ceske Budejovice
Masaryk University
Croatia
University of Rijeka
Poland
University of Wrocław
University of Dąbrowa Górnicza
Warsaw School of Economics
Portugal
University of Porto
Hungary
Budapest Metropolitan University
ABOUT ERASMUS +
ERASMUS + is the European Union's program for education, training, youth and sport. This program has run from 2014 and consolidates a single framework supporting the areas of education, training, youth and sport and other international programs, including Jean Monnet and Erasmus Mundus.
The Erasmus + program is intended to support education, training, youth and sport in all sectors of lifelong learning, including higher education, vocational training, adult education, school education, youth activities and training in the field of sport.
GIPA has participated in the Erasmus+ Program since 2016.
GIPA offers individual mobility opportunities for learning or training purposes for its students, academic and administrative staff in Europe. These mobility projects will allow participants to travel to another country to study, work, teach, train and develop professional skills.
Erasmus+ International Credit mobility (ICM) funded projects as of 2016 call
Erasmus+ International Credit mobility (ICM) funded projects as of 2018 call
Erasmus+ International Credit mobility (ICM) funded projects as of 2019 call
Erasmus+ International Credit mobility (ICM) funded projects as of 2020 call
English Taught Programmes and Courses
Practical Information for Exchange Students
Financial matters
If you are an Erasmus or bilateral exchange program student from a foreign partner educational institution with which we have an exchange agreement, you do not have to pay tuition fees. Erasmus exchange students can apply for an Erasmus scholarship at their home institution.
Household expenses differ from individual to individual, however in the table below several examples will guide you form monthly budget (Prices are indicated for the capital - Tbilisi).
1 Euro = 3.6034 Georgial Lari (GEL; as for August 2020; to check exchange rates, please visit InforEuro)
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Spending |
Costs |
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Housing/rent: Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre |
700 - 1300 GEL /month |
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Food and daily expenses: |
400 - 500 GEL /month |
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Calls from cell phone: 1 min. of Prepaid Mobile Tariff Local (No Discounts or Plans) |
0.21 GEL/minute in GE |
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Call to the Europe |
0.88 GEL /minute in the EU |
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Bus/metro ticket: One-way Ticket (BUS, METRO) |
0.50 GEL/ per ride |
More information can be found on:
https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/in/Tbilisi
https://www.expatistan.com/cost-of-living/tbilisi
Housing
At the moment, GIPA has no hall of residence or dormitory. Students are responsible to arrange accommodation themselves, and are free to make their own arrangements. However, GIPA’s International Relations and Development Department will assist foreign students and staff in finding appropriate accommodation in Tbilisi.
To make it easier for you, we have compiled a list of options and places to start your search for your perfect flat:
Visa
Depending on your nationality, you may or may not require a visa to study in Georgia. Please contact the Georgian embassy/consulate in your home country or enquire at the Website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia for further information regarding residency rules before your arrival.
Citizens and persons permanently residing in the countries listed here may enter and stay in Georgia without a visa. Please, note that citizens of Member States of the European Union may enter Georgia with a travel document, as well as with an identity card issued by a Member State of the European Union. The identity card shall contain the name, surname, date of birth and a photo of the person. The maximum period of stay without visa for EU Member States citizens is one full year.
When preparing for your stay in Tbilisi, it is very important to ensure that you will have sufficient healthcare insurance during your stay. GIPA highly recommends that you contact your own health insurance company before travelling to Georgia, and find out exactly what you need to do to be properly insured against medical expenses in Georgia.
Alternatively, you can sign a student contract with a Georgian health insurance provider after arriving in Tbilisi. In this case, please make sure you have personal travel insurance from your home country to bridge the period until the Georgian health insurance becomes effective.
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