CIU Hosted International Experts under the Bologna Hub Peer Support Plus (BHPS+) Initiative

On November 2–3, Caucasus International University hosted a two-day consultative visit as part of the Bologna Hub Peer Support Plus (BHPS+) initiative, implemented under the Erasmus+ program.

The visit involved international experts—Professors Susanne Linhofer and Irma Grdzelidze—who, together with university representatives, discussed contemporary trends in the development of higher education, European practices, and opportunities for institutional development.

Within the framework of the consultative visit, emphasis was placed on three key areas:

🔹 Learning Outcomes – Discussions focused on defining, assessing, and improving learning outcomes within educational programs. The workshops involved representatives from the Quality Assurance Service and heads of educational programs from various faculties.

🔹 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – In collaboration with international experts, the integration of the Sustainable Development Goals into university activities was discussed, alongside European and global trends, the university current practices, and future opportunities.

🔹 Artificial Intelligence (AI) – A workshop was dedicated to modern approaches to utilizing artificial intelligence in higher education, the development of institutional strategies, and the examination of practical examples.

The visit program included a meeting with the university leadership, as well as thematic workshops and discussions. Deans of the university faculties, representatives from the Quality Assurance Service, academic staff, program heads, and representatives from various structural units were actively engaged in the process.

Bologna Hub Peer Support Plus (BHPS+) is an initiative implemented under the Erasmus+ programme’s Key Action 3 – Policy Support, coordinated by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD). Its objective is to support higher education institutions through international expertise, the sharing of experience, and targeted advisory visits.

Participation in the initiative provides Caucasus International University with the opportunity to share international experience, strengthen institutional and academic processes, and foster the development of the university in line with the modern priorities of European higher education.