Climate change presents a significant threat in the 21st century, with the transport sector being a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in Europe. Previous initiatives have not effectively curbed emissions from the EU's transport sector, necessitating urgent action to revolutionize current practices.
This winter school addresses this challenge by developing innovative, student-centered curricula and training in transport, shipping, and logistics to empower individuals, especially those with fewer opportunities, and promote sustainability and resilience in a rapidly evolving market.
The programme offers a comprehensive educational experience, integrating six distinct courses that collectively prepare participants for the dynamic future of these industries. The programme will cover critical topics such as sustainability, resilience, big data analytics, climate neutrality, safety, collaboration strategies, and port innovation. With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability and collaboration, you'll develop the forward-thinking mindset essential for driving success and making a meaningful impact in this interconnected and ever-changing sector.
Speakers
Confirmed speakers are:
- Dr. Ioanna Pagoni, University of the Aegean
- Dr. Maria Karatsoli, University of the Aegean
- Dr. Frederik Schulte, Delft University of Technology
- Dr. Georgios Kokosalakis, The American College of Greece - Research Center
- Dr. Athena Tsirimpa, The American College of Greece - Research Center
- Dr. Thierry Vanelslander, University of Antwerp
Target group
To be eligible to participate in the Training School, applicants must meet one of the following two criteria:
- Group A: You are an undergraduate student currently registered at one of the following Universities: University of the Aegean, University of Antwerp, TUDelft or affiliated with Cambiamo.
- Group B: You are either a university dropout or an adult residing in isolated rural, island, or borderline areas. You have not been able to pursue undergraduate studies, or you are interested in expanding your knowledge in this specific field.
Other candidates with a strong motivation can be considered as well.
Campus
This winter school takes place at Stadscampus of the University of Antwerp (Prinsstraat 13, 2000 Antwerp).
Micro-credential and study credits (ECTS)
Successful completion of the winter school can be awarded with 3 credits according to the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS). Credits will be awarded by the University of Antwerp on the base of attending the preparatory track, 100% (active) participation during the course and submission of the assessments.
To include the credits in the curriculum at the home institution, participants need an agreement with the responsible person at their university. A certificate will be awarded at the end of the programme. All certificates of completion are issued as a micro-credential.
Learning outcomes
By the end of the course, participants will:
- have insights in pressing matters of environmental sustainability, resilience and transport equity
- be aware of new pathways for analytics in transport, shipping and logistics
- be able to formulate pioneering strategies and technologies which are transforming the maritime and waterborne transport sector into climate neutral, smart and adaptive
- be able to design safe and resilient transport and smart mobility services for passengers and goods
- be able to formulate collaboration strategies between stakeholders in the transport and logistics industry-data sharing
- be aware of major challenges faced by the ports nowadays and the major trends that will lead ports to a next generation