Innov4Mobility
Winter School

Overview

For whom

What you will learn

Agenda

Career Opportunities

Partners

FAQs

Innov4Mobility Winter School

Overview

An immersive and dynamic learning experience that empowers students to tackle the pressing challenges of urban mobility through an entrepreneurial lens. With a focus on urban mobility, our Winter School provides participants with an in-depth understanding of the complexities and opportunities within this rapidly evolving field. 

- Exposure to Cutting-Edge Ideas
- Hands-on Learning
- Mentorship
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Kick-off your Entrepreneurial Journey

12 - 16 February 2024
Aveiro, Portugal

Language: English

Certified by
EIT Urban Mobility

Free of charge

Innov4Mobility Winter School

For whom

Bachelor students from RIS countries* and diverse backgrounds: Information Science, Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Statistics, Geoinformation Technology, Urban Planning, Geography, Economics, and other similar fields.

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EU Member States: Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain.

* Horizon Europe Associated Countries: Montenegro, Republic of North Macedonia, Serbia, Turkey, Ukraine.

* Outermost Regions: Guadeloupe, French Guiana, Réunion, Martinique, Mayotte and Saint-Martin (France), the Azores and Madeira (Portugal), and the Canary Islands (Spain).

What you will learn

Innov4Mobility aims to cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset among bachelor students, nurturing their creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving skills and proactivity. Through a challenge-based approach, students will learn how to identify, analyze, and propose innovative solutions to real-world urban mobility issues faced by European cities. The course will cover EIT Urban Mobility's core challenge areas: active mobility, energy, inclusivity, future mobility, infrastructure, public spaces, intermodality, logistics, and pollution reduction.
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Innov4Mobility Winter School

Career Opportunities

At the Innov4Mobility Winter School, you will acquire highly sought-after knowledge and experiences in the departments of logistics, transport management, mobility and sustainability in public bodies, mobility operators, urban planning, consultancy, and industries across Europe and around the world.

Furthermore, this program serves as a stepping stone towards advancing your education, opening the doors to pursue a master's degree in partnership with EIT Urban Mobility.

EIT Urban Mobility is the largest European mobility innovation network, created by the European Commission, dedicated to the education and empowerment of tomorrow's leaders in the field of urban mobility. Find out more.

Partners

FAQs

1. What is Innov4Mobility Winter School?
The Innov4Mobility is a program co-funded by EIT Urban Mobility, offering an immersive and dynamic learning experience that empowers students to tackle the pressing challenges of urban mobility through an entrepreneurial lens..
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2. Who is eligible to attend?
The program is open to RIS* nationals, who are enrolled in Bachelor courses in the areas of Economics, Engineering, Urban Planning, Geography and related fields interested in mobility topics.
*EU Member States: Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Estonia, Greece, Spain, Italy, Cyprus, Latvia, Lithuania, Hungary, Malta, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovenia, Slovakia

Horizon Europe Associated Countries: Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, Türkiye, Ukraine
Outermost Regions: Guadeloupe, French Guiana, Réunion, Martinique, Mayotte and Saint-Martin (France), the Azores and Madeira (Portugal), and the Canary Islands (Spain)
+€121M
Capital
raised
+192
Entrepreneurs
+29%
International
12
Editions
+60
Mentors
+16
Countries
3. How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted through our website by filling out the registration form until the 12th of January at 5 pm CET.
+€121M
Capital
raised
+192
Entrepreneurs
+29%
International
12
Editions
+60
Mentors
+16
Countries
4. Is there a cost to attend?
The organization will cover travel, accommodation, and food expenses up to a specified limit (evaluated case by case). However, a 50€ deposit fee is required upon selection, which will be fully refunded on the first day of the Winter School.
+€121M
Capital
raised
+192
Entrepreneurs
+29%
International
12
Editions
+60
Mentors
+16
Countries
5. How long is the program?
The Innov4Mobility Winter School will last 40 hours (5 days), with a comprehensive schedule including lectures, workshops, and networking events.
+€121M
Capital
raised
+192
Entrepreneurs
+29%
International
12
Editions
+60
Mentors
+16
Countries
6. Can I receive a certificate of participation?
Yes, participants who successfully complete the program will receive a certificate of participation (3 ECTS).
+€121M
Capital
raised
+192
Entrepreneurs
+29%
International
12
Editions
+60
Mentors
+16
Countries
7. How can I contact the organizers for further inquiries?
For additional questions, please reach out to Filipa Henriques at filipa.henriques@bgi.pt
+€121M
Capital
raised
+192
Entrepreneurs
+29%
International
12
Editions
+60
Mentors
+16
Countries

Program Leader

For further information or questions, please contact:

Filipa Henriques, Project Manager at BGI
filipa.henriques@bgi.pt

Head of Startup Academy

For further information or questions, please contact:

Claudia Godinho, Startup Academy Manager at BGI
claudia.godinho@bgi.pt