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ATHENA Summer-Fall: Mobility Opportunities for Students and Staff
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2024-04-30
ATHENA Summer-Fall: Mobility Opportunities for Students and Staff
The ATHENA European University Alliance, which includes VILNIUS TECH, presents an extensive list of Blended Intensive Programs (BIP) for the summer and fall of 2024, aimed at both students and staff.
We invite you to familiarize yourselves with and participate in the upcoming events organized by members of the ATHENA European Universities Alliance!
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.
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: 19-21st 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.
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: 26-30th August 2024
Virtual Mobility: 2-6th September 2024
Where: Hoče, University of Maribor, Slovenia
ECTS: 3
Application: apply here before 13th May 2024
Additional information: click here
Contact: crypt:aXBhQHVtLnNp:xx
- 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.
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: 2-10th September 2024
Virtual Mobility: 27-29th 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.
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: 2-7th September 2024
Virtual Mobility: 26th August & 13th September 2024
Where: Kranj, University of Maribor, Slovenia
ECTS: 3
Application: apply here before 26th June 2024
Additional information: click here
Contact: crypt:ZXJhc211cy5mb3ZAdW0uc2k=:xx
- 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: 16-20th September 2024
Virtual Mobility: 12-13th 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: 9-14th 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: crypt:aW50c3VtbXNjaG9vbC5mZWJAdW0uc2k=:xx
- 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:
- 1728th June 2024
- 112th July 2024
- 17th June to 12th July 2024
- 2 weeks: 550€
- 4 weeks: 1000€
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
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.
Where: University of Vigo, Spain
When: 6-10th May 2024
Registration: here
More info: here
Other ATHENA opportunities:
“ATHENA Talks” and “ATHENA Alumni Talks” – regular online scientific conversations with leading scientists and ATHENA alumni from around the world. Wide range of topics from physics, semiconductors, biomaterials to policy making & internationalization. A new topic & speaker is announced each week on ATHENA website & Facebook page.
For funding opportunities for VILNIUS TECH staff and students, please contact the International Relations Office, email: crypt:PGEgaHJlZj0ibWFpbHRvOnJhc2l0YS5tYXJ0aXNlQHZpbG5pdXN0ZWNoLmx0Ij5yYXNpdGEubWFydGlzZUB2aWxuaXVzdGVjaC5sdDwvYT4=:xx
Regarding participation in events organized by VILNIUS TECH, please contact organizers.
What is the ATHENA European University?
VILNIUS TECH is part of the ATHENA European University Alliance, which constantly offers mobility and development opportunities for students and staff. The ATHENA alliance partners are universities in ten European countries (Greece, Italy, Poland, Lithuania, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain, France, Germany, and Ukraine).
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