Learning Opportunities

Accelerate and Celebrate Entrepreneurship

LEXS (from 09/03/2026 to 13/03/2026)

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. 

Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering and Mechatronics

Joint Bachelor Programme

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.

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.

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.

Games that can be Heard with the Eyes: Accessible Design for Hearing Inclusion - 2nd Edition

Service Learning Opportunity (from 07/09/2026 to 25/06/2027)

Games Heard Through the Eyes: Accessible Game Design for Hearing Inclusion is an international Service-Learning project that brings together students from the University of Burgos (Spain) and University of Leiria and Oeste (Portugal) to co-design accessible video games with and for people with hearing impairments. Working alongside social organisations, educators and end users, students apply user-centred design, accessibility principles and agile project management to create inclusive gaming experiences that promote digital participation, social innovation and European collaboration within the RUN-EU Alliance.

Integrating Ride-Sharing For the Journey to Work: A Playful Approach

LEXS

Ownership of health

LEXS (from 02/02/2026 to 06/02/2026)

In the Ownership of Health Winterschool participants will apply design thinking principles to tackle a real-world challenge connected to health ownership. Each participant will contribute their unique cultural perspective on health ownership, enriching the exploration of regional health practices and contexts.