Will the UK formally rejoin the Erasmus+ student exchange program before the end of 2028?

UK and Erasmus: Rejoining by 2028?

The UK left the EU's Erasmus+ scheme after Brexit. This prediction asks if the UK will formally agree to rejoin the program before the end of 2028.

The Youth Mobility Compromise

The majority **'Yes'** vote is driven by the desire of the Labour government to improve relations with the EU. Rejoining Erasmus is viewed as a 'low-hanging fruit' policy—it benefits young people, universities, and soft power without crossing the 'freedom of movement' red line that hampers broader trade deals. The EU has consistently signaled openness to this specific reintegration. Given the mutual benefits and domestic pressure from the higher education sector, a deal by 2028 is seen as a likely step in the broader UK-EU 'reset'.