University of Pardubice (hereinafter “UPCE”) in its Strategic Plan for the period from 2021 aims to be an open institution with a growing international dimension, an increasing number of international mobility and developed international cooperation in education and scientific research activities. This project represents a significant means of achieving the specific ambitions in the field of internationalisation, as outlined in the Internationalisation Strategy and the Erasmus Policy Statement. These ambitions extend to the areas of student education and competencies, the quality of scientific research and creative activities, and the development of the university's third role. Its specific objectives are: To be an internationally attractive institution for foreign students and professionals coming for short-term stays. To contribute to the improvement of education quality with an emphasis on student interaction with elements of internationalization To promote mobility as an organic part of standard study plans. To strengthen the global competencies of students necessary for their employability in the labour market. To strengthen the system of individual and career development of employees. To strengthen and streamline cooperation with foreign universities and other research institutions. To provide a comprehensive bilingual environment at the University, providing a friendly environment for the development of international cooperation and partnerships. Concurrently, this project contributes to the international dimension of other initiatives, such as SAFE UPCE, which integrates topics of ethical conduct, the well-being of students and employees, issues of non-discrimination and equal opportunities, and Sustainable UPCE, which develops knowledge and activities in the field of sustainable development in academia. It contributes to the gradual digitalisation of administrative processes at UPCE, and in line with the Vision of the University of Pardubice, aims to support European values of democracy and social responsibility.