The short-term mobility programmes offered by the EC2U Alliance provide training and international cooperation opportunities for students, doctoral students, lecturers and technical-administrative staff at partner universities.
These are short-term mobility programmes aimed at participation in intensive academic activities such as short courses, blended intensive programmes (BIPs), thematic workshops, summer/winter schools, training activities and staff training.
The main objective is to promote integration between the Alliance universities, support the internationalisation of training courses and contribute to the construction of a shared European campus based on innovation, inclusion and sustainability.
Every year, the EC2U Alliance organises the EC2U Forum to bring together students, staff, citizens, local and regional authorities in order to promote open dialogue on pressing social issues and share good practices.
The EC2U Forum organises special round tables dedicated to the exchange of guidelines on challenges in higher education (implementation of the Bologna Process, student and staff mobility, creation of the European Diploma, etc.): key players in the field are invited, including the European Commission (DG EAC), members of the Coimbra Group of Universities and other Alliances.
The next edition of the EC2U Forum will be held in Umeå, Sweden. You can find more information on the website.
Scholarship and support
Selected students will receive a grant funded by EC2U, which will cover travel, accommodation and meals for 6 days. Participation in the Forum and various activities is free of charge.
For information
For details on the content of the EC2U Forum, please contact ec2u@unipv.it
For details on mobility, please write to relint@unipv.it
EC2U Entrepreneurial Weeks offer students from all disciplines the opportunity to develop entrepreneurial skills through online learning and immersive international experiences. Participants collaborate in intercultural teams, explore innovation across Europe and join a network of alumni who offer support for future initiatives.
We apply the broadest definition: entrepreneurship is when you act on opportunities and ideas, turning them into value for others. If you want to learn more about entrepreneurship, start with the easily accessible online lessons. You could also sign up for the simulation game to improve your intercultural teamwork skills.
In a second phase, you can apply for one of the Entrepreneurial Weeks organised by one of the nine EC2U universities. EC2U students come together for a few days to celebrate transdisciplinary innovation, intercultural teamwork and entrepreneurial experiences.
By participating in online learning opportunities in advance, you will increase your chances of being selected for a travel grant.
Former Entrepreneurial Weeks students can participate in follow-up activities. Virtual meetings between former students help cultivate student networks and create a supportive community for early entrepreneurial steps.
Further information is available on the EC2U website, or you can contact ec2u@unipv.it.
The Student Event is a unique opportunity for students who are part of the EC2U Alliance to meet, network, exchange ideas, collaborate and participate in various sporting and cultural activities.
For more information, visit the EC2U website or contact ec2u@unipv.it.
A Summer or Winter School is a period of a few days during which students meet for an intensive learning experience on a specific subject, either physically at one of the EC2U universities or online.
While learning new methodologies and tools, students can also learn more about another culture and country through various activities aimed at creating a more united European community. Travel expenses and daily allowances are generally covered by the EC2U Alliance for physical mobility.
For more information, visit the EC2U website or contact ec2u@unipv.it
Discover all the research opportunities offered within the EC2U Alliance through the Virtual Institutes and Phd networks. Find out more at the dedicated page.
The call “Boost your research through EC2U”, open to PhD students at the University of Pavia, is now open. The programme funds short research stays at partner universities of the EC2U European Alliance (European Campus of Cities-Universities). It’s an opportunity to access outstanding laboratories and archives, start new collaborations and engage with international research groups.
The call offers UniPV PhD students a funded research stay of up to 12 days (24 in justified cases) at one of the eight EC2U partner universities. Projects from any discipline are welcome, provided they relate to the Sustainable Cities and Communities or Quality Education Virtual Institutes. EC2U funds cover travel, accommodation and subsistence costs.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, and mobility periods must be completed by 31 July 2027.
Applications must be submitted online via a form, together with a CV, an invitation letter from the host university, a research proposal and authorisation from the tutor. Applications are assessed monthly and funded in order of receipt until funds run out. All relevant information and documents are listed below: