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Finland: Aalto University's "Confluences: Interdisciplinary visions for water in cities"

Apply for this Unite! course "Confluences: Interdisciplinary Visions for Water in Cities," a 3 ECTS course held in Espoo, Helsinki and online. This program invites students from Unite! universities to collaboratively explore urban water challenges. Parts of this course is given online, while an in-person workshop will be given in Espoo and Helsinki from 3 to 7 August, 2026.

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The applications are open until 26 January 2026. This blended intensive learning course is open to KTH students from bachelor's to doctoral study levels. Please note that you must be registered for studies at KTH during the entire calendar year 2026 to be eligible.

To apply, please submit a CV, transcript of records, and a motivation letter.

Learn more and apply on aalto.fi

This Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) course offers a unique opportunity to explore the multifaceted role of urban waters – rivers, lakes, bays, and wetlands – amidst climate change. Positioned as both cultural spaces and ecological assets, these waters are integral to crafting resilient and sustainable urban futures.

Engage with peers from diverse academic backgrounds and universities as you work within interdisciplinary, multicultural teams. Through seminars you will practise knowledge co-creation in seminars, and in workshops with field investigation, you will explore innovative approaches to urban waters, and engage with critical and design thinking, problem-based learning, and reflexivity. Expect an intellectually stimulating environment that encourages creative and innovative collaborations to approach complex water-related urban challenges.

Assessment will focus on your contributions to the collaborative process, including the development of shared interdisciplinary competences, your reflective practices, and your team's progress in creating transformative approaches to urban water related issues.

This BIP is ideal for advanced bachelor's, master's, and PhD students who are passionate about interdisciplinary collaboration, climate adaptation, and cross-cultural communication. This course provides a platform to experiment, innovate, and contribute meaningfully to the sustainable future of urban water systems.

Students from the following Unite! universities may apply:

  • Aalto University, Finland
  • PoliTo, Italy
  • UPC, Spain
  • FAULisboa, Portugal
  • KTH, Sweden