FAQ
Quick questions and answers
How does an I Living Lab or a Hackathon or a Bootcamp or ...work?
Together with international students who signed up for the same I Living Lab you will tackle a real life problem and search for solutions. Every student has a different background and comes from a different study program. This makes it easy to come up with transdisciplinary solutions.
Do I get ECTS?
Of course! Depending on what you choose you get ECTS. Scroll up!
Who will be on my team?
9 Universities of Applied Sciences (UAS) are in this project. This means you'll team up with Portuguese, Latvian, Romanian, Hungarian, Austrian, Finnish, Dutch, German and Belgian students.
Some of them are Erasmus students, which means that you can have students from around the world in your team.
Next to students, you'll also have a coach on your team and of course the challenge owner.
Which language do we speak ?
During a E³UDRES² activity we all speak English.
What does a coach do?
The coach, or educational entrepreneur, is often a teacher from one of the universities of applied sciences. They won't teach stuff, but will guide you through the activity. This means they will help if you are lost or they can offer interesting pieces of information on the moment you need them.
What's a challenge owner?
This can be an entrepreneur, an organisation, a local authority, a civilian ... and they will present their challenge to your team and guide you through your journey.
How do I sign up?
You can register for an activity via the form. Scroll up to 'How to apply'. Keep an eye on the deadline though.
How do I make a choice?
Easy peasy. Look for what suits you and go for it.
Do I get the chance to travel ?
That depends on your choice. Check the overview on this page.
If there is traveling included, make sure to keep those dates free because traveling is compulsory.
Is it expensive?
It depends. Online activities won't cost you anything. If you choose an activity abroad, ou must think of travel costs and accomodation. However, you can make it as cheap or expensive as you want.
Is the cheapest option still too much for you? Get in contact with us, you might be eligible for a fund.
Is it difficult?
Not at all. If you're open to develop a creative mindset, you'll find the experience easy. Just open your mind and go with the flow. Use the skills you have and develop new skills.
I'm a first year student. Can I join?
Yes, all students are welcome. If you are a second or third year student, you have some ECTS that you can choose freely. First year students might not have free ECTS, but don't let that stop you. If you want to join and you have the time (maybe you have some exemptions (vrijstellingen) you are welcome to join. Talk to your STC (study traject coach) to find out the options.