ATHENA European University presents an extensive lineup of Blended Intensive Programmes (BIPs) for the Spring/Summer of 2024. These programmes are designed to provide students with a comprehensive learning experience that integrates virtual mobility with physical presence, fostering an environment of global understanding and hands-on practice. Below are the exciting opportunities available.
FOR STUDENTS
Solution Design – August 2024
Students from all fields of study are invited to participate in the summer school, which offers the opportunity to tackle real-world problems and learn the nuances of solution design. Participants will work in international teams alongside experienced professors and experts.
Students from all academic disciplines are invited to participate in the summer school. Here, they will explore holistic design thinking, including problem identification, formulation, and analysis, as well as develop skills in creating solutions that incorporate technical, sustainable, biological, economic, sociological, artistic, and other perspectives. The program includes hands-on activities such as prototype creation and solution modeling, fostering both teamwork and inter-team discussions.
- Physical mobility: 26th August – 6th September 2024
- Virtual Mobility: 19th August – 21st August 2024
- Where: University of Maribor, Slovenia
- ECTS: 3
- Application: apply here before 30th June 2024
- Additional information: click here
ICT in Precision Agriculture – August 2024
We invite students interested in the application of technology in agriculture to join our summer school, which focuses on the use of information and communication technologies (ICT) in agriculture. Precision agriculture represents an innovative farming approach that utilizes ICT to enhance efficiency and reduce resource wastage. The application of these technologies in precision agriculture enables farmers to monitor plant growth and soil conditions in real-time, leading to better decision-making and increased yields.
This summer school will feature lectures, practical sessions, demonstrations, and field trips to farms to deepen participants’ understanding and knowledge of precision agriculture.
- Physical mobility: 26th August – 30th August 2024
- Virtual Mobility: 2nd September – 6th September 2024
- Where: Hoče, University of Maribor, Slovenia
- ECTS: 3
- Application: apply here before 13 May 2024
- Additional information: click here
- Contact: ipa@um.si
Sustainable Logistics: Theoretical Heroes Tackle a Real Green Challenge – September 2024
Today’s world requires highly skilled, environmentally conscious, adaptable, and socially savvy professionals capable of addressing future challenges. We invite you to join our summer school and become a hero equipped to tackle real sustainability challenges.
The summer school welcomes students from all academic disciplines interested in sustainability, logistics, and Industry 4.0. Participants will have the opportunity to gain theoretical knowledge in logistics planning and analysis, optimization of material flows and layouts, and the implementation of systems and technologies in logistics to enhance Industry 4.0 logistics.
- Physical mobility: 2nd September – 10th September 2024
- Virtual Mobility: 27th August – 29th August 2024
- Where: Celje, University of Maribor, Slovenia
- ECTS: 3
- Application: apply here
- Additional information: click here
4th International Summer School, Organisation, Management & Society – September 2024
This summer school aims to familiarize students with the interdisciplinarity of organizational sciences, which is essential for successful organizational management. The summer school will cover topics such as organization and organizing; human resources and educational systems and their interactions with green and digital transformations; information systems and their interactions with green and digital transformations; digitization, artificial intelligence, and management.
During the summer school, students will participate in interactive practical workshops, lectures, and case study presentations. There will also be organized visits to Slovenian organizations and tours of selected Slovenian cities, providing opportunities to network and visit significant cultural and educational institutions.
- Physical mobility: 2nd September – 7th September 2024
- Virtual Mobility: 26th August & 13th September 2024
- Where: Kranj, University of Maribor, Slovenia
- ECTS: 3
- Application: apply here before 26 June 2024
- Additional information: click here
- Contact: erasmus.fov@um.si
Interactive Geriatric Palliative Care – September 2024
This summer school aims to enhance the understanding of palliative care for the elderly and reduce cultural differences among nursing students. During the summer school, nursing students will have the opportunity to participate in simulations addressing geriatric patient scenarios and use virtual reality technologies to tackle challenges in emergency medicine. They will also interact with elderly individuals. Additionally, students will engage in workshops, visit social care institutions, and participate in social activities.
- Physical mobility: 16th September – 20th September 2024
- Virtual Mobility: 12th September – 13th September 2024
- Where: University of Maribor, Slovenia
- ECTS: 3
- Application: apply here before 1st May 2024
- Additional information: click here
3rd International Summer School, Sustainability in International Business – September 2024
As sustainability becomes an increasingly important direction in business activities, this summer school aims to introduce and deepen students’ knowledge of sustainability, sustainable development, and international business. It focuses on integrating sustainability dimensions (economic, social, environmental) into international business practices to achieve economic well-being and positive impacts on nature and society.
- Physical mobility: 9th September – 14th September 2024
- Virtual Mobility: 6th September 2024
- Where: University of Maribor, Slovenia
- ECTS: 3
- Application: apply here before 24th June 2024
- Additional information: click here
- Contact: intsummschool.feb@um.si
French Language and Culture Summer School
This French language and culture program focuses on teaching the French language and providing a unique cultural experience for students who aim to learn French and understand the country’s identity. Students will have the opportunity to explore the rich history, art, and cuisine of Orleans through excursions and other summer school activities.
- Location : Orléans, France
- Dates : 2 weeks or 4 weeks programme
→ 17th June to 28th June 2024
→ 1st July to 12th July 2024
→ 17th June to 12th July 2024
- Registration fees :
2 weeks: 550€
4 weeks: 1000€
Registration : here
The deadlines to register are :
→ Until May 24th for a start on June 17th 2024
→ Until June 7th for a start on July 1st 2024
More info: here
Diagnostics in Gynaecology – May 2024
The blended intensive programme will include a virtual component that will begin with a brief introduction to the realm of clinical diagnostic thinking in medicine, as well as various instructional methodologies employed for enhancing clinical diagnostic reasoning.
- Physical mobility: 26th May – 31st May 2024
- Virtual Mobility: 1st April – 30th June 2024
- Where: University of Maribor, Slovenia
- ECTS: 3
- Application: registration is closed.
- Additional information: click here
Evidence-based Practice in Health Professionals – July 2024
Get to know all about the fundamentals of EBP, principles and key competencies of EBP, literature search and evaluation, and application of EBP in practice.
- Physical mobility: 1st July – 5th July 2024
- Virtual Mobility: April to June 2024
- Where: Klagenfurt, Carinthia University of Applied Sciences, Austria
- ECTS: 3
- Application: registration is closed.
- Additional information: click here
FOR STAFF
International Week – Global Perspectives: Fostering Internationalisation in Higher Education | May 2024
This program aims to assist university staff in finding the best ways to integrate international aspects into various university operations, from administrative structures to enhancing student mobility. During Staff Week, employees will participate in interactive sessions and collaborate to examine methods for integrating internationalization across the entire higher education ecosystem. Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to network with colleagues from various backgrounds, exchange best practices, experiences, and perspectives.
BIP International Week – AI, Advanced Internationalisation | May 2024
During this international week, you will have the opportunity to:
Dive into an international and interactive environment
Share valuable experiences and challenges of interactive university
Network with colleagues from universities worldwide
Acquire new skills
Participate in social and cultural events
- Where: Vilnius Gediminas Technical University, Lithuania
- When: 6-10 May 2024
- Registration is closed.
- More info: here
