The Department of Mechanical Engineering, COMSATS University Islamabad, Wah Campus, in collaboration with the ASHRAE Society, CUI Wah Chapter, organized a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) seminar titled “Erasmus+: Project Funding and Proposal Training” on November 12, 2025.
The session was led by Dr. Ali Turab Jafry, Associate Professor, GIK Institute, renowned for securing and managing major international research grants, including an Erasmus+ project worth over EUR 800,000.
The guest speaker delivered an engaging and practical talk covering Erasmus+ opportunities for students and faculty, including International Credit Mobility, Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degrees, and Capacity Building Grants. He shared key insights on proposal writing, partnership development, academic visibility, and strategies for building competitive international profiles.
Final Year Project students actively participated, asking questions about scholarships, research internships, and pathways for higher studies. Dr. Jafry emphasized the importance of strong academics, leadership roles, and involvement in technical societies such as ASHRAE and ASME to strengthen Erasmus+ applications.
The seminar drew enthusiastic participation from faculty, students, and professionals from various organizations. Attendees appreciated the speaker’s real-world examples and actionable guidance on securing international academic opportunities.
The Department of Mechanical Engineering and ASHRAE Society, CUI Wah Chapter, expressed their gratitude to Dr. Jafry, the organizing team, and all participants. The seminar successfully promoted global exposure, professional development, and international learning avenues for future engineers.
