Learning Opportunities

Drawing, Technology & Cultural Heritage

Erasmus+ BIP

Dreaming of a Green Christmas: sustainable food tourism at winter markets - Sustainable food tourism at winter markets

Erasmus+ BIP (from 20/10/2025 to 02/12/2025)

How do we create meaningful, innovative and regenerative food and drink experiences in tourism?  In this BIP, participants will assume the role of professional advisors, aiming to enhance the meaningfulness, innovation, and regenerative qualities of food & drink experiences at winter markets.Expect a mixture of input from experts in the field, group work, problem solving tasks and reflection. During the F2F week you will go on field trip to the historical city centre of Bruges and Lille. This BIP is jointly coordinated by Howest, NHL Stenden and TUS and with Visit Kortrijk as an external stakeholder

Drones as key technologies in agriculture, industry and society

SAP (from 04/11/2025 to 07/12/2025)

Discover how drones operate and explore their practical applications in agriculture, industry, and environmental monitoring. A beginner-level programme combining online learning and a practical in-person week.

Empowering Communities through Volunteering

SAP (from 23/03/2026 to 11/05/2026)

Empowering Communities through Volunteering | SAP | 23 Mar – 11 May 2026 | Burgos, Spain (13–17 Apr) Join our Short-Advanced Programme to explore local and international volunteering, collaborate with NGOs and other local organizations, and design projects with real social impact. Participate in workshops on interculturality, communication, and conflict management, develop leadership and teamwork skills, and connect with the RUN-EU volunteering network. University students will gain hands-on experience and create meaningful initiatives, contributing to community wellbeing while boosting personal and professional growth . 

Engineering Applications in Python

SAP

Engineering Applications in Python - 1st Edition of BIP

Erasmus+ BIP (from 23/02/2026 to 24/04/2026)

Learn Python for Engineering Applications! Join our 6-week BIP program to gain hands-on experience in Python programming, designed for students from any cycle with basic coding knowledge.Build problem-solving and algorithmic thinking skillsLearn to code and develop practical engineering applicationsWork with students from different countries and backgroundsBlend of online learning and face-to-face workshops in Limerick

Entrepreneurship, Social Innovation and Volunteering

SAP (from 22/09/2025 to 10/10/2025)

This Short Advanced Programme (SAP) is jointly coordinated by Polytechnic University of Cávado and Ave (IPCA) and Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest (TUS), under the Entrepreneurship strand of Work Package 4.In a global, competitive world, adaptability and lifelong learning are key. Addressing complex challenges needs collaboration across sectors. Social entrepreneurship, grounded in community and solidarity, supports sustainable regional development.

Ethics & values in events, tourism & hospitality

COIL (from 29/09/2025 to 09/11/2025)

Modern slavery, including forced labour and human trafficking, affects millions globally and demands urgent attention. While governments and international bodies are increasingly acknowledging the seriousness of the issue, many companies fail to address the risks adequately. This project prepares participants to become proactive global citizens by addressing modern slavery in various industries.  Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding through interdisciplinary collaboration, online sessions, and real-world case studies.

Foundations of Business Planning - A guide for new entrepreneurs

MOOC (from 06/04/2026 to 06/04/2027)

Ready to expand your business idea? Our beginner-friendly course, Foundations of Business Planning: A guide for new entrepreneurs, gives you the essential tools to create a solid business plan. Learn the basics of strategy, marketing and finance—all in one place. Start today!