Are you ready to shape the future?
The Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) Future Explorations created by FHV, NHL and HAMK invites curious, creative, and ambitious students to embark on an international learning journey dedicated to promoting sustainable development through smart technologies. Participants will tackle pressing global challenges, discover how innovation can drive meaningful change, and collaborate in an inspiring environment where ideas turn into action. This is your chance to contribute to designing a more sustainable tomorrow.
Using design futuring and innovation development methods, you’ll engage hands-on in creating prototypical solutions for real-world problems. The programme combines online collaboration with an intensive in-person experience, offering a dynamic learning environment enriched by international exchange. By joining Future Explorations, you’ll expand your skills, grow your network, and help shape smarter, greener solutions for society.
Don’t miss the opportunity—apply now and be part of this forward-looking adventure!
7th of April 2026 to 4th of May 2026
English
The recognition of this Erasmus+ BIP will be handled by each Home Institution.
- Students from FHV (any study field)
- Students from HAMK (any study field)
- Students from NHL Stenden (any study field)
In the case of open spots students from other RUN-HEIs are eligible to apply.
Programme at a glance
Tue, April 7 (16:00-19:00 CET)
Welcome & Opening
Presentation of Challenge Areas by Corporate Partner
Team-Building Session
Thu, April 9 (16:00-19:00 CET)
A Look into the Future: Future Assessment & Future Challenges
Teamwork
Mon, April 13 (16:00-19:00 CET)
Exploration into Smart & Sustainable Materials and Methods in Textiles and Fashion
Teamwork
Wed, April 15 (16:00-19:00 CET)
Design Driven Innovation
Best Practice & Research Insights
Mon, April 20:
Welcome & Opening
Overview of Prototyping Possibilities & Examples
Field Trip and Q&A with Corporate Partner
Tue, April 21
Speculative Design Lab
Design Futuring Studio
Teamwork & Coaching
Wed, April 22
Prototyping Studio
Teamwork & Coaching
Thu, April 23
Teamwork & Coaching
Field Trip
Fri, April 24
Teamwork & Coaching
Presentation with Discussion & Farewell
Mon, April 27
Teamwork & Coaching
Wed, April 29
Teamwork & Coaching
Mon, May 4
Final Presentation
Learning outcomes
By the end of this Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Programme, learners will be able to:
- Know how to assess future developments and apply methods of trend analysis, future assessment and design futuring to develop future scenarios.
- Develop innovative and/or technologically supported or communicative solutions addressing future challenges and evaluate their feasibility.
- Combine theoretical knowledge as well as methodological competencies in the process of innovation development.
- Know how to work in an interdisciplinary team and face a final presentation, including a discussion.
Selection criteria
Students from the organizing HEIs are nominated and have priority. Students from other RUN-HEIs are selected based on motivation, expectations and wide representation of subject areas/fields.
The selection team will also take steps towards ensuring diversity.
Maximum Number of Students to be selected: 30
Involved organisations and persons
Häme University of Applied Sciences
Partner Organisation- Anna Huoviala (Instructor)
- Nina Kyber (Instructor)
- Ville Siipola (Instructor)
NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences
Partner Organisation- Vincent Tillema (Instructor)
Vorarlberg University of Applied Sciences
Lead Organisation- Margarita Köhl (Instructor)
- Natasha Doshi (Lead Instructor)
- Thomas Lippautz (Instructor)
