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Students experience international exchange in Norway: Social work in focus!
Seven students from UNI Vechta took part in an Erasmus+ program in Norway to learn methods for working with vulnerable groups.
Students experience international exchange in Norway: Social work in focus!
Seven students from the social services department at the University of Vechta recently took part in an Erasmus+-funded Blended Intensive Program (BIP) in Stavanger, Norway. This event took place in cooperation with the University of Stavanger, Thomas More from Belgium and VAMK in Finland and offered participants a deep insight into working with vulnerable children and young people. Loud mynewsdesk.com The program included a variety of activities, including facility visits, guest lectures and small group activities.
The BIP aimed to introduce students to practical methods and practical concepts for working with vulnerable groups. A highlight of the week was a hiking trip to Preikestolen in the Lysefjord, which was of great importance not only for the exchange with other participants, but also for personal development. Sandra Lorenz, one of the participants and a bachelor's student in social services management, expressed her enthusiasm for the enrichment of the experience.
Importance of the Blended Intensive Program
Blended Intensive Programs are an innovative offer as part of Erasmus+ that combines virtual teaching formats with short, funded stays abroad. This hybrid form of learning enables students to develop intercultural skills and collect ECTS credits. On information from rwth-aachen.de physical mobility lasts between five and 30 days and requires the participation of at least 20 students from three different Erasmus+ program countries.
The international orientation and the promotion of cooperation between universities are central to the concept of the BIP. Lecturer Magnus Frampton, who accompanied the group, emphasized the need for joint efforts by European countries to effectively solve social problems. The program structure not only supports the students' professional development, but also their personal development by moving and exchanging ideas in an international context.
Goals and funding opportunities
According to information from erasmus-plus.ec.europa.eu The mobility action in higher education aims to promote the physical and mixed mobility of students in all academic disciplines. The combination of study abroad and internships is intended to improve students' learning outcomes while increasing their chances of employment. The programs are also open to university staff seeking further professional development abroad.
The funding for students can vary depending on the funds available from the home university. For participating in a BIP, students receive at least three ECTS. Funding often covers travel costs and organizational expenses in order to minimize the financial burden on participants. Grants for students with special needs and environmentally friendly travel will also be considered.
Overall, the excursion to Stavanger not only illustrates the possibilities of the Erasmus+ program, but also the valuable experiences that can be crucial for the students' future professional careers.