General Information

Blended Intensive Programmes (BIPs) are an innovative form of learning, teaching, and training aimed at providing an intensive learning experience that combines in-person and virtual components. These programmes are developed and implemented by a minimum of three Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) from at least three Member States of the European Union and countries associated with the program, and they are funded through the Erasmus+ mobility programme.

BIPs are short, intensive programmes that promote challenge-based and inquiry-based learning. They combine online cooperation with short-term in-person mobility abroad (usually for a week), allowing participation in teaching and training activities with experts from all partner institutions.

During these programmes, groups of students or academic and administrative staff work together to develop curricula and blended mobility activities that include challenges and practical projects. The programmes are designed to meet the need of the participants and are developed through a collaborative approach between the partner institutions.

The combination of virtual and in-person activities provides an enriching learning experience where participants have the opportunity to work in teams, develop interpersonal and intercultural skills, and enhance their technical and communication skills.

BIPs are an excellent opportunity for students and staff from higher education institutions to expand their knowledge, experience new cultures, and enhance their professional development. In addition, they contribute to the development of international cooperation networks among partner institutions, which is crucial for the promotion  of quality higher education on a global scale.

Eligibility

The programme is intended for undergraduate, master’s, integrated master’s, and doctoral students enrolled at Técnico Lisboa who have their academic status regularized. It is important for the student to verify if they meet all the specific academic requirements for each programme.

Mobility Grants

Individual support for students and administrative staff for physical mobility should be provided by the sending institution, which may use its own regular Erasmus mobility budget. In principle, in-person mobility lasts for 5 days and is funded with a daily grant of 79 euros.

Students receiving an Erasmus grant during the semester in which the BIP is held, are not eligible to receive an Erasmus grant for the BIP.

Recognition

The minimum duration of the virtual component is not defined, but the combined virtual and in-person mobility must award students a minimum of 3 ECTS credits.

How to apply

Applications for mobility are open throughout the year and must be submitted at least 60 days in advance.

 

Application Process

• Application Form
• Submission of the documents mentioned below

Application Documents

• Learning Agreement for Studies (Word, 81K)
• Student Form (PDF, 1M)
• Copy of the Identification Document
• Copy of the Taxpayer Card
• Proof of NIB
• Minuta de Procuração (PDF, 1M) (if applicable)
• Copy of the attorney’s identification document (if applicable)
• Copy of the European Health Insurance Card (CESD)
• Copy of personal accident/travel insurance (for recent graduates only)

The Learning Agreement for Studies must be signed by the student, by the Erasmus coordinator/scientific supervisor and the responsible person in the host Institution.

The Student Form must be signed by the student and by the NMPI (request via shortcourses@tecnico.ulisboa.pt)