Learning Opportunities
Looking for an international study experience within RUN-EU?
Imagine simultaneously studying interdisciplinary courses at multiple European universities, earning ECTS credits, and gaining valuable international experience.
At RUN-EU, you can choose from short-, medium-, or long-term international learning opportunities.
Whether you’re looking for a flexible online option or an in-person experience, you’ll find the perfect learning opportunity to enhance your future skills.
Connecting Experiences: - Advanced Studies in Tourism, Hospitality and Sport
This Short Advanced Programme (SAP) is part of the RUN-EU Students Week, hosted by the Polytechnic University of Cávado and Ave (IPCA) and jointly coordinated with the Technological University of...
Countries, Encounters and Inclusion: - A Journey of Shared Humanity
Connect. Create. Change.Turn your academic journey into a real-world impact! Join a unique volunteering experience in Barcelos designed for international students.What you’ll do: Work in teams to...
Creating Practical Workflows with AI - Think with Data
Improve your critical thinking by framing your analysis around outcomes-based processes.
Culture Cares: Developing Interventions That Support The Integration of Arts in Health Care and Well-Being Practices
Art activities can play a role in prevention, (mental) health, personal development, empowerment and social inclusion. However, integrating these practices in the domain of health care and...
Cyber Defence Essentials
Master foundational cybersecurity practices in this five-day summer program. Combining classroom instruction with hands-on experience, participants gain practical expertise in the NIST Cybersecurity...
Cybersecurity Governance Essentials
Master the fundamentals of cybersecurity governance in just one week. This intensive summer school programme will take place at the TUS. You will gain the practical skills required to navigate risk...
Democracy, Citizenship, and Emerging Challenges: European Values at risk?
Tackle misinformation in your environment and promote democratic values in a technological and AI context.
Design Thinking - Healthcare Challenges
This course offers students the chance to work with other disciplines on “wicked problems” in healthcare settings
Designing and implementing STEAM-activities in the future innovation lab of your university (in an extracurricular context) – second edition - STEAM FILS WP4
Participants gain insight into meaningful STEAM education in extracurricular contexts. In international teams, they design and prototype an activity tailored to a specific youth target group, applying...
Connecting Experiences: - Advanced Studies in Tourism, Hospitality and Sport
SAP (from 06/10/2025 to 10/10/2025)
This Short Advanced Programme (SAP) is part of the RUN-EU Students Week, hosted by the Polytechnic University of Cávado and Ave (IPCA) and jointly coordinated with the Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest (TUS). Students will work in international teams to tackle real-world challenges through practical activities.This SAP offers students a chance to explore health, wellness, tourism, hospitality, and sports. It blends academic insight with hands-on projects, focusing on service design, destination marketing, and cross-sector strategies for sustainable regional development.
Countries, Encounters and Inclusion: - A Journey of Shared Humanity
LEXS (from 13/07/2026 to 24/07/2026)
Connect. Create. Change.Turn your academic journey into a real-world impact! Join a unique volunteering experience in Barcelos designed for international students.What you’ll do: Work in teams to design and implement creative games and intercultural activities that bridge the gap between children and the elderly.Why join?Break linguistic and cultural barriers.Develop soft skills like empathy and leadership.Promote "shared inclusion" in the community.Be the bridge between generations. Build a better world.
Creating Practical Workflows with AI - Think with Data
SAP (from 15/09/2025 to 08/11/2025)
Improve your critical thinking by framing your analysis around outcomes-based processes.
Culture Cares: Developing Interventions That Support The Integration of Arts in Health Care and Well-Being Practices
Erasmus+ BIP (from 19/01/2026 to 16/03/2026)
Art activities can play a role in prevention, (mental) health, personal development, empowerment and social inclusion. However, integrating these practices in the domain of health care and well-being is still a challenge. Students will study the challenges European health care and well-being systems face and study cases and develop interventions that address and support mutual understanding between professionals and artists.Photograph: Performance scene of ‘Momentum’ of Dance Company Leefmeester. Photographer: Mitch de Pon.
Cyber Defence Essentials
LEXS (from 08/06/2026 to 12/06/2026)
Master foundational cybersecurity practices in this five-day summer program. Combining classroom instruction with hands-on experience, participants gain practical expertise in the NIST Cybersecurity Framework - the industry standard for securing critical infrastructure and data. Three days of expert-led classes cover key CSF principles. Two days on a live cyber range using the Resilmesh Security Operating Centre will enable participants to apply techniques in realistic environments, responding to simulated attacks. Ideal for students seeking a solid knowledge of cyber defence. Leave with practical skills and real-world experience.
Cybersecurity Governance Essentials
LEXS (from 15/06/2026 to 19/06/2026)
Master the fundamentals of cybersecurity governance in just one week. This intensive summer school programme will take place at the TUS. You will gain the practical skills required to navigate risk management, compliance, policy development, and organisational security strategy. Starting building your foundation in governance frameworks and recent regulations (e.g. NIS2, DORA, CRA). It is an ideal course for those entering or advancing in cybersecurity roles, legal, or IT management and Frameworks NIST2, MITRE, Cyber Killchain.
Democracy, Citizenship, and Emerging Challenges: European Values at risk?
SAP (from 15/02/2026 to 25/04/2026)
Tackle misinformation in your environment and promote democratic values in a technological and AI context.
Design Thinking - Healthcare Challenges
Erasmus+ BIP (from 08/09/2025 to 27/11/2025)
This course offers students the chance to work with other disciplines on “wicked problems” in healthcare settings
Designing and implementing STEAM-activities in the future innovation lab of your university (in an extracurricular context) – second edition - STEAM FILS WP4
SAP (from 03/11/2025 to 17/02/2026)
Participants gain insight into meaningful STEAM education in extracurricular contexts. In international teams, they design and prototype an activity tailored to a specific youth target group, applying human-centered and inquiry-based approaches. Through coaching and hands-on sessions, they explore the seven STEAM design principles and develop facilitation skills to inspire young learners in their university’s Future Innovation Lab. Each team tests their activity with the target group, reflects on the outcomes, and improves their design accordingly.
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