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.
Accelerate and Celebrate Entrepreneurship
In this powerful learning experience, we give the students of the alliance the unique opportunity to prepare for starting a sustainable business. Learning to think and work in a broad, flexible...
AI for MedTech: - From Medical Imaging to Digital Manufacturing
This Short Advanced Programme (SAP) is part of RUN-EU Students Week, hosted by Polytechnic University of Cávado and Ave (IPCA) and jointly coordinated with the Technological University of the Shannon:...
Beyond the Stick - Cane handles design challenge
This SAP is part of the RUN-EU Students Week, hosted by IPCA and jointly coordinated with TUS. Students will work in international teams to solve real-world challenges through innovative, hands-on...
Climate Change Action: - Measurement, Monitoring, and Reporting Challenge
This SAP is part of the RUN-EU Students Week, hosted by IPCA and jointly coordinated with TUS. Students will work in international teams to address real-world challenges through practical, hands-on...
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...
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...
Ethics & values in events, tourism & hospitality
Modern slavery, including forced labour and human trafficking, affects millions globally and demands urgent attention. While governments and international bodies are increasingly acknowledging...
Futures Thinking, Future Visualization: Beyond the Now - How to master designing and communicating inspirational futures
In a rapidly changing world, the ability to imagine and communicate possible futures is essential. This COIL invites participants to explore scenario thinking and visualization techniques to develop...
Accelerate and Celebrate Entrepreneurship
In this powerful learning experience, we give the students of the alliance the unique opportunity to prepare for starting a sustainable business. Learning to think and work in a broad, flexible and future-oriented way is possibly even more important. We develop essential entrepreneurial skills that enable students to become proactive, self-reliant, and capable of taking initiative within the context of the regional market in Friesland. By fostering an entrepreneurial mindset, students learn to adapt the regional challenges of circular entrepreneurship and even prepare for careers in self-employment.
AI for MedTech: - From Medical Imaging to Digital Manufacturing
This Short Advanced Programme (SAP) is part of RUN-EU Students Week, hosted by Polytechnic University of Cávado and Ave (IPCA) and jointly coordinated with the Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest (TUS). Throughout the week, students will work in international teams to solve real-world challenges through practical, hands-on activities.This course explores how AI is transforming MedTech by converting medical images into 3D-printed models and custom devices, blending theory with hands-on practice.
Beyond the Stick - Cane handles design challenge
This SAP is part of the RUN-EU Students Week, hosted by IPCA and jointly coordinated with TUS. Students will work in international teams to solve real-world challenges through innovative, hands-on activities.The five-day challenge focuses on designing ergonomic, personalized cane handles using 3D scanning, modeling, and printing. Participants will apply user-centered design to improve mobility aids, gaining skills in digital fabrication and healthcare design.
Climate Change Action: - Measurement, Monitoring, and Reporting Challenge
This SAP is part of the RUN-EU Students Week, hosted by IPCA and jointly coordinated with TUS. Students will work in international teams to address real-world challenges through practical, hands-on activities.This five-day challenge builds skills in measuring, monitoring, and reporting climate actions. Participants will analyse case studies, develop action plans, and collaborate with companies to design solutions, gaining insights into climate strategy and impact assessment.
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 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
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.
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 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.
Ethics & values in events, tourism & hospitality
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.
Futures Thinking, Future Visualization: Beyond the Now - How to master designing and communicating inspirational futures
In a rapidly changing world, the ability to imagine and communicate possible futures is essential. This COIL invites participants to explore scenario thinking and visualization techniques to develop and share inspirational futures. Through online collaboration, interdisciplinary teamwork, and tools like generative AI and augmented reality, students learn to turn complex ideas into engaging visual stories. Using scenario planning methods from NHL Stenden’s European Tourism Futures Institute (ETFI), they gain skills to envision and communicate future possibilities.
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