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02. 11. 2026 / 14:46

The University of Iceland is offering Spark Social, an Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) combining online learning with a five-day stay in Iceland, to students from Aurora member universities. The course is open to advanced bachelor’s and master’s students from all fields of study.

The programme focuses on social entrepreneurship and innovation as tools for positive social change. Participants will learn how to identify and develop effective solutions to complex social and environmental challenges. Through interdisciplinary collaboration and practical assignments, they will explore innovative approaches that can help address current and future challenges.

  • Eligible students: Bachelor’s students in their third year or above and master’s students in all forms of study
  • Applications for the selection process can be submitted via the STAG portal (UP Portal – ECTS Mobilities) by Wednesday, 11 November 2026
  • Eligibility requirements:
    • English language proficiency at B2 level or higher
    • Third-year bachelor’s or master’s degree studies
    • Active student status from the time of submitting the mobility application until the completion of the programme, including its online components
  • Required application documents:
    • Motivation letter in English
    • Transcript of records from STAG (must include the total number of ECTS credits earned throughout the student’s studies)
  • Credits: 6 ECTS (consult your department about credit recognition)
  • On-site component: 10–14 May 2027, Reykjavík, Iceland
  • Online component: 18 January – 26 April 2027
  • Five students will be selected, with their mobility funded by the Aurora project.

Further information:

Upon successful completion of the course, you can earn ECTS credits. To find out whether these credits can be recognised as part of your degree programme, please contact the mobility coordinator (Erasmus or other mobility programmes) at your department.

The Aurora European university alliance brings together nine European universities with more than 260,000 students. Palacký University Olomouc has been a member since 2020. Together, the universities aim to advance European higher education by creating a shared campus where students can easily take courses at different universities, share research and teaching resources, participate in international exchanges, and benefit from hybrid and online learning opportunities. The alliance places a strong emphasis on today’s global challenges, including sustainable development, climate change, health and well-being, cultural diversity, and digitalisation.

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