Student Mobility Summit

How to balance sustainability and internationalisation? It is an increasingly important challenge for all actors involved in internationalisation activities, and is particularly acute when it comes to mobility. This dilemma, with all its practical aspects, is more and more at the core of IROs’ work.

If you are committed to green approaches and passionate about internationalisation, the Student Mobility Summit 2025 is for you!

Here, you will gain insights into translating policy into practice, discover national and institutional initiatives, and access valuable resources to support your work. You will have the opportunity to cooperate with peers from across Europe on the most challenging issues. You will be able to deepen your knowledge and learn from each other in an inspiring atmosphere.

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Registration deadline:
20.12.2024

KEYNOTES AND PANELS

Learn about top policies and their interactions, the green transition updates, as well as national and European initiatives.

HACKATHONS

Work with peers to find new ways to create a possible better balance between international mobility and sustainability.

WORKSHOPS

Sustainability considerations are shaping the daily work of IROs. Dive into the most challenging issues of your interest.

TRAININGS

Take advantage of the inspiring environment to learn about the practical aspects of greener mobility and be able to drive change.

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Agenda

9:00	Arrival and registration
9:30	Keynote speech: The importance of the top priorities of the Erasmus+ programme.
10:00	Overall policy and programme developments in European higher education and Erasmus+
10:30	Coffee break
11:00	Roundtable: How the priorities of the programme are reflected in the HEIs’ policies and instruments.
12:30	Lunch break
13:30	EU and national initiatives enabling green transition in Higher Education.
14:15	Institutional initiatives to tackle green transition in international Higher Education.
15:00	Coffee break
15:30	Useful resources on green transition and internationalisation you might want to know about.
16:45	Closing

9:00	Arrival
9:15	Hackathons: Round I Addressing student behaviour and decreasing their carbon footprint before and during mobility - understanding, supporting and nudging Developing a holistic approach to sustainability and internationalisation Green transition: the importance of improving dialogue between academic and student activists The case of International Credit Mobility (ICM): what green policies are realistic? What changes should be put forward at European or national level to support greener student mobility?
10:45	Coffee break
11:15	Hackathons: Round II Addressing student behaviour and decreasing their carbon footprint before and during mobility - understanding, supporting and nudging Developing a holistic approach to sustainability and internationalisation Green transition: the importance of improving dialogue between academic and student activists The case of International Credit Mobility (ICM): what green policies are realistic? What changes should be put forward at European or national level to support greener student mobility?
12:45	Lunch break
14:00	Workshops: Round I Embedding green practices in managing an IRO The overall environmental impact of Blended Intensive Programs (BIPs) Navigating Erasmus+ rules regarding green travel The strategic role of international partnerships in addressing global environmental sustainability Avoiding greenwashing in higher education
15:30	Coffee break
16:00	Workshops: Round II Embedding green practices in managing an IRO The overall environmental impact of Blended Intensive Programs (BIPs) Navigating Erasmus+ rules regarding green travel How can international partnerships enhance global environmental sustainability / The strategic role of international partnerships in addressing global environmental sustainability Avoiding greenwashing in higher education
17:30	Closing
Social activity

09:00	Arrivals
09:15	Training sessions: Round I Mastering your carbon footprint Green transversal competencies Environmental champions in and through internationalisation
10:45	Coffee break
11:15	Training sessions: Round II Mastering your carbon footprint Green transversal competencies Environmental champions in and through internationalisation
12:45	Closing and farewell lunch
14:00	Social activity

Please note that the programme is still under development and some elements may change.

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390 €

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Full Pass

490 €

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Registration deadline: 20.12.2024
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FAQ

Is it a physical or a hybrid event?

The Student Mobility Summit is a physical event taking place at the University of Barcelona. Online streaming will not be available.

At which University of Barcelona building is the summit held?

It is held in the main building / rectorate.

Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, 585
Edifici Històric
08007 Barcelona

What does registration include?

Registration includes:

Access to all keynotes and panels
Participating in all hackathons
Access to your selected workshops
Access to your selected trainings
Access to all lunches and coffee breaks
Access to social events

Can I pay by bank transfer?

Yes. You can choose your payment method at the end of the registration process.

Will I receive a confirmation email?

Upon completion of registration, you will receive a confirmation and invoice by email. The confirmation is sent to the email address provided during registration. Should you fail to receive the confirmation email, we suggest checking the spam folder.

Would this event be eligible for the Erasmus+ staff training grants?

Yes. In order to get the Staff Training Grant Agreement duly signed please send us completed and signed agreements, and ensure the section for the receiving institution is properly filled out:

Name: University of Barcelona
Erasmus code (if applicable): E BARCELO01
Faculty/Department (if applicable): Office of Mobility and International Programmes
Address: Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, 585, 08007 Barcelona, Spain
Country code: ES
Contact person: Núria Massons
Contact person e-mail / phone: agreements.summit@uni-foundation.eu

Please, send your agreements to a dedicated email agreements.summit@uni-foundation.eu.

When will I receive the invoice for my registration?

Payments are processed through our event management system, with invoices automatically generated upon receiving the payment. For credit card payments, the invoice is generated immediately upon registration. For bank transfers, a proforma invoice is issued at registration, followed by the final invoice once payment is received. Manual invoice generation is not available.

When will I receive my Certificate of Attendance?

Each participant will receive a digital certificate of attendance after the event; there will be no printed versions as the digital format is more environmentally friendly.

Can I cancel my participation?

You can cancel your registration in writing (summit@uni-foundation.eu) up to and including January 1, 2025 (please note that cancellations are subject to administration fee). After this date, we no longer refund registrations.

If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your registration to another attendee.

Where do I pick up my badge?

You can pick up your badge at the Student Mobility Summit information desk located in front of the main entrance to the Paranymph hall.

How do I apply the discount for EUF members?

To apply the reduced rate, kindly input your discount code before choosing a payment method. Please, find the manual with the list of EUF members on this link.