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GERMANY, Deggendorf: Game Changers: Igniting Global Innovation

Location:

Deggendorf Institute of Technology
Campus Deggendorf
Dieter‑Görlitz‑Platz 1
94469 Deggendorf
Germany

Programme Overview
This BIP brings together Master’s and PhD students from diverse disciplines and cultural backgrounds to co‑create innovative solutions. The program focuses on real‑world challenges in renewable energy, sustainability, and the bioeconomy, fostering international collaboration and meaningful knowledge exchange.

Certificate: Awarded with 90% attendance + completion of all assignments
Eligibility: Bachelor (starting from 5th Semester), Master’s and PhD students

More info: Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Programme: Game Changers: Igniting Global Innovation | DIT

Participants will:

  • Develop entrepreneurial and solution‑oriented mindsets
  • Strengthen their science communication skills
  • Gain a systems perspective to tackle complex global issues
  • Explore cutting‑edge technologies and connect with pioneering companies

Learning Approach

  • Challenge-Based Learning (CBL)
  • Interdisciplinary and international teamwork
  • Insights from academic and industry experts
  • Experiential learning through practical activities and site visits
  • Continuous mentoring and coaching

Outcome

  • Innovative project results, essential future‑ready skills, and a strong international network.

Deadlines

  1. Nomination deadline (universities): 30 June 2026
  2. Student application period: 13 July - 31 July 2026

Organisational matters
International Office will be involved for nomination, application and logistics,

This international project is an Erasmus+ BIP / STBM Erasums+ Logo
Virtual Session(s)
 3 sessions before and 2 sessions after the on-site week (exact dates to be confirmed)
Game Changers: Igniting Global Innovation
Start date: Sep 22, 2026
End date: Sep 26, 2026
Deadline registration: Jul 31, 2026
NOTE: Priority for participation in this project for students Strategic Information & Data Architectures and Human Centered Design Registration form

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