Universitybuddy, a web application for mentoring and help during Erasmus and other study abroad programs

Abstract

UniversityBuddy is an application designed to support students across their academic journey, from their university search onward. It allows students anything from user registration to profile management to the discovery and evaluation of universities as well as facilitating mentoring communication. The platform provides access to reviews, ratings, and community forums where students can share their experiences.

This application meets the need to centralize information and facilitate connections for students planning or experiencing international academic mobility. It provides a platform where future, current, and former Erasmus students can share experiences and rate universities across multiple dimensions, such as installations, university life, accommodation, academic level, and activities.

The system supports multiple user roles and includes features for mentorship groups, event scheduling, and availability management. It is not just an information repository, but an interactive community platform that bridges the gap between students at different stages of their Erasmus journey, fostering knowledge sharing and peer support across geographical and temporal boundaries.