Ulysseus Mobility Badges
Recognising Lifelong Learning. Enhancing Employability.
These digital badges validate the professional and transversal skills students develop through Ulysseus learning and mobility engagement, in alignment with European priorities for skills, employability, and lifelong learning.
Mobility Badges:
- Recognise verified learning achievements
- Highlight professional and intercultural competencies
- Strengthen students’ employability profiles
- Can be displayed on professional platforms such as LinkedIn
- Can be securely stored in Europass digital wallets
Ulysseus Virtual International Learner Badge (Pilot)
The Ulysseus Virtual International Learner Badge is awarded upon successful completion of the following courses.
Course 1. Introduction to Ulysseus
This course enables students to:
- Understand the Ulysseus European University Alliance, its partner institutions, and mission
- Explore mobility opportunities (virtual, physical, and blended)
- Recognise the academic, personal, and professional benefits of mobility
- Receive practical guidance on application processes, funding options, and preparation
By the end of the course, students are equipped to take their first step toward an international Ulysseus experience.
Course 2. Intercultural Awareness and Sensitivity
Learning outcomes include the ability to:
- Identify and explain key concepts related to culture and intercultural awareness
- Reflect on one’s own cultural background and identity
- Apply intercultural competencies for personal and professional growth
Course 3. From Good Intentions to Smart Decisions
A skills-focused course designed to support:
- Goal setting and decision-making
- Turning intentions into actionable outcomes
- Developing personal effectiveness and forward planning skills
Please note: The overview course Start Your Journey: Ulysseus Virtual International Learner Badge tracks your progress across all three courses. It is therefore essential to enroll in this course to ensure your progress is recorded and that you are eligible to receive the badge.
Interested in earning the Ulysseus Virtual International Learner Badge?
Please follow these steps to earn the Ulysseus Virtual International Learner Badge:
- Self-enrol in the overview course
Start Your Journey: Ulysseus Virtual International Learner Badge - Complete all three courses (linked within the overview course):
Introduction to Ulysseus: Your Gateway to International Opportunities
Intercultural Awareness and Sensitivity
From Good Intentions to Smart Decisions – How to Turn Your New Year’s Resolutions into Action - Finish all required tasks and exercises in all three courses.
- Once all requirements are completed, the badge will be awarded.
Frequently Asked Questions
Mobility Badges offer a clear and trusted way to showcase the skills and learning outcomes you gain through Ulysseus programmes. Issued digitally and backed by the Ulysseus partner universities, these badges provide portable recognition that supports your academic and professional journey. Whether you want to enhance your CV, strengthen your online profile, or share verified achievements with employers, this section explains everything you need to know—from how badges work to why they matter.
Click below to learn more about the Frequently Asked Questions about Ulysseus Mobility Badges.
A Mobility Badge is a verified digital credential that recognises specific learning achievements and skills gained through Ulysseus programmes. It provides transparent and portable recognition of competences.
Badges are issued digitally via an open badge system. Each badge contains embedded metadata confirming:
- Issuing institution
- Learning outcomes achieved
- Criteria for award
- Date of issuance
The badge is issued within the framework of the Ulysseus European University Alliance and aligns with European approaches to micro-credentials and digital recognition practices.
You can:
- Add it to LinkedIn and other professional platforms
- Include it in your CV or digital portfolio
- Store it securely in your Europass wallet
- Share it with employers or academic institutions
No. The badge complements formal qualifications by highlighting specific transversal and professional skills acquired through Ulysseus learning experiences.
No. The badge is part of the Ulysseus pilot initiative.
Students (and eligible participants) who complete the required courses under the Ulysseus framework.
Mobility badges:
- Increase transparency of skills
- Support recognition of non-formal and blended learning
- Strengthen employability
- Promote lifelong learning across European university alliances