Challenges and micro-modules
| Challenges | Micro-modules |
|---|---|
| They are projects to work on real problems and look for solutions that generate an impact with multidisciplinary and international teams. |
These are short training courses to develop transversal competences and skills, acquire knowledge about SDG 11 and learn a new language. |
For more detailed information about the challenges and micro-modules, check out the dropdown menus below:
What is a challenge?
The challenges are formative experiences that aim to work on real-life problems, develop a solution proposal and generate an impact. To do this, work groups are created in which students come together with teamchers (students of the PDI challenge coordinators) and external stakeholders (public institutions, companies, NGOs...) The challenges of the ECIU are based on the so-called Challenge Based Learning methodology, an innovative and multidisciplinary perspective, and in an international environment
What is a micro-module?
Micro-modules can be defined as “training experiences”, which allow the student or an external learner to the university:
- Acquire fundamental skills to solve the challenges of the ECIU (for example, intercultural skills).
- Acquire knowledge about Sustainable and Resilient Cities and Communities (United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11).
- Learn a foreign language.
A micro-module or challenge can have 1 to 9 ECTS, depending on the workload involved. They can also have different formats: face-to-face, online or blended (face-to-face and online), in the latter you can opt for the BIP grant to finance part of the stay.
Where can I find the ECIU educational offer?
To consult the offer of challenges and micro-modules you must enter the ECIU website.
What should I consider when choosing a challenge or a micro-module?
Each challenge and micro-module has its particularities, organization and duration. Therefore, we recommend you to carefully read all the information you will find on the engage ECIU website.
| Study format | Online, face-to-face or blended. The latter usually includes short-term mobility stays at the coordinating university. |
| Credits | From 1 to 9 ECTS credits, depending on the workload involved. |
| Registration period | It varies for each course. |
| Available grants |
If the challenge/micro-module includes mobility, it can be financed from the ECIUn+ project or through the Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) exchange programme. |
How can I sign up for a challenge or a micro-module?
- First, you must create an account at ECIU website and follow the steps indicated.
- Once registered, you will be able to access the platform with your user, consult the training offer and request admission to the challenges or micro-modules that are of interest to you.