BIP Erasmus+ BETA! 2024 I

THE PRINCIPLES OF GOOD GOVERNANCE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Be Engaged, Take Action! BETA! is an international Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Programme project: THE PRINCIPLES OF GOOD GOVERNANCE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT, a blended mobility aimed at providing a rare opportunity for students and faculty to foster the development of international and interdisciplinary learning and teaching. The goal is to ensure both virtual and in-person research-based and challenge-based approaches in teaching and learning so that students can be engaged and prepare to take action finding solutions to societal challenges. Be Engaged, Take Action! BETA!

NOMINATION DEADLINE:  10 DECEMBER 2023

WHO IS BETA! FOR?

• Both undergraduate and postgraduate students who want to get ready for their international study abroad.
• Both undergraduate and postgraduate students who are enthusiastic about learning about other cultures.
• Students who want to acquire new skills to be better positioned in our increasingly globalised society.
• Students with keen interest in acquiring practical skills in the development processes of their regions.

BETA! THEMES

• Good governance for a better society.
• Welfare matters – reducing inequality, satisfying the society.
• Importance of stakeholders’ cooperation in enhancing regional (sustainable) economic development.
• Territorial cooperation and support of regional and local development.
• Creative thinking in solving regional development issues.
• Making collaborative solutions a public administration tool.

HOW DOES BETA! WORK?

• 5 days face-to-face and online interaction between instructors and participants.
• 4 hours classroom work and teamwork on the University of Pardubice campus solving tasks.
• Online sessions working with the creative thinking tools.
• Practical teamwork, role-playing and problem solving.
• Virtual session of at least two hours for reflection on the tasks.

BETA! TAKEAWAYS

• Participants will be acquainted with:
• Modern /innovative tools in fostering economic resilience.
• Good governance principles.
• International and cultural experiences and connections.
• Building confidence and creativity.
• Teamwork skills.

WHEN WILL IT TAKE PLACE?

• Face-to-face sessions will happen 19–23 February 2024 in Pardubice.

• Online sessions two times per week for three weeks after the mobility, 
  4–22 March 2024.

WHAT WILL STUDENTS RECEIVE?

• 3 ECTS credits after the mobility.
• The opportunity to explore the beautiful Czech Republic.
• The chance to meet and engage with new students.
• A planned tour of interesting places in the Czech Republic.
• EUR 70  a day from your institution’s Erasmus grant for the mobility to University of Pardubice.

FAQS

• Do students need to pay any fees? 
  No. Students will not be required to pay fees to enrol.
• How can I apply? 
  Students can apply by completing the application form on the website fes.upce.cz/en and students have to submit the applications for Erasmus+ mobility at their home university.
• Where will I find accommodation in Pardubice? 
  The dormitories are right in the middle of campus! Further information is on the university website. 
• What is the price for the accommodation and when/how should I pay it? 
  The current price per bed, depending on the selected accommodation, ranges between 639 CZK (double apartment) and 999 CZK (single room) per night. Accommodation is paid individually in the time of arrival.