Project Leader: University of Reading UK

Project Partner: University of Helsinki, University of Prague, Agricultural University of Tirana, State University of Tetovo, “Fan S. Noli” University, Korçë.

Funded by: TEMPUS

Period: September 2009 – September 2013

The main objective of the project:

• develop and improve the competencies of non-formal education professionals, who will create and deliver non-formal, modular based trainings to stakeholders in agriculture and rural development
• introduce an interdisciplinary, ECTS compliant Certificate in Rural Development program at lead Western Balkan Higher Education Institutions
• establish Center for Rural Extension at lead Western Balkan Higher Education Institutions which support CRD program and outreach activities
• increase regional cooperation in rural development and agriculture extension / outreach through the creation of the Western Balkan Rural Extension Network