Learning Opportunities

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.

Drawing, Technology & Cultural Heritage

Erasmus+ BIP

Dreaming of a Green Christmas - 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

Enhancing Financial Literacy for Vulnerable communities/people - 2nd edition

Service Learning Opportunity (from 30/09/2026 to 18/12/2026)

Financial literacy is essential for managing finances effectively and avoiding economic pitfalls. This project addresses financial vulnerability in Bruges and Leeuwarden through targeted financial education and support. Students will identify the needs of social workers through consultations and interviews, and develop practical educational materials and training. They will also solve a real-life assignment from participating partners. Results will be shared through partner websites and social media. Students will be evaluated on research, development, implementation and presentation. The project aims to strengthen financial knowledge, independence and resilience.