16 – 20. 10. 2023
Consorcia – Connecting Universities
Brno, Czech Republic
Why IW?
The IW 2023 will give participants an unique opportunity to find out more about our university, network and share best practices with other colleagues working for the international, study abroad offices or professional academics.
Joint programmes
EU universities
Strategical partnership
Capacity building KA2
Open Project meeting: U2U
Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Programme
Best Practices
Information
- Target Group both academic and non-academic staff of different fields of study
- Language English (at least level B2 is required)
- Duration 5 working days (16. – 20. 10. 2023)
- Costs The fee will cover the programme, participants are expected to cover their travel and accommodation costs and field trips (it is recommended to use an Erasmus+ grant provided by your home university)
University
Mendel University in Brno (MENDELU) is a public institution with a long tradition of excellence in teaching and research that has driven new ways of thinking since 1919 and proudly bears the name of J. G. Mendel, the founder of modern genetics. There are over 8,300 students at the university. Mendel University offers more than 100 different graduate degree programmes in Czech and in English languages. The University comprises one Institute and five faculties: AgriSciences, Horticulture, Business and Economics, Forestry and Wood Technology, Regional Development and International Studies. The university campus is based in Brno, just ten minutes from the city centre. The university provides students with modern well-equipped classrooms, laboratories, and study rooms. A library, canteens and a pizzeria also form part of the campus as well as a large botanic garden and an arboretum, which is a great place to study or relax.
Programme
The Programme is not ready yet, we will update it soon once we have confirmation of all workshops.
Monday
| Time | Agenda (16. 10. 2023) | meeting point |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 | Registration | building A (Auditorium) |
| 10:00 | Opening ceremony Welcome speech and introduction to the programme of International Week 2023 | building A (Auditorium) |
| 10:30 | Panel discussion: European University Alliances | building A (Auditorium) |
| 12:00 | Networking lunch | canteen (building X) |
| 18:00 | Quiz Night | Bar Game Over address: Pionýrská 1, Brno |
| all day | Lectures & Individual meetings at particular departments (throughout the day) | – |
Panel discussion about European University Alliances
We are excited to announce a panel discussion on European University Alliances, exploring the diverse models, programs, and objectives prevalent within these consortia. The event will shed light on the varying focus areas such as research themes, student mobility, joint programs, and the aspiration for a unified European Campus. Notably, the discussion will consider how universities, as recognized knowledge powerhouses, can actively engage with local communities and align with European strategies to drive resilience and contribute to societal challenges, especially in connection to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Furthermore, the event will delve into the newly opened 2024 Erasmus+ European Universities call, which aims to expand the initiative to at least 60 European Universities alliances, fostering transnational cooperation and encouraging a collaborative environment through the establishment of a Community of Practice for European Universities alliances. Join us in exploring replicable approaches to addressing these pivotal challenges and making a meaningful impact on our educational and research ecosystems.
The panel will be moderated by Daniel Casten, facilitating a comprehensive and insightful discussion on European University Alliances and their various aspects. The panel guests will be representatives from successful Czech universities with expertise in consortium management and successful proposal preparation.
Mariana Tesařová will represent the EULiST alliance
Violeta Osouchová will represent the EDUC alliance
Kamila Danihelková will represent the NEOLAiA alliance
Tuesday
| Time | Agenda (17. 10. 2023) | meeting point |
|---|---|---|
| 14:00 | GoAbroad Fair | building Q (Atrium) |
| 15:00 | WS – Projects KA2 | building Q, meeting room |
| 16:00 | WS – Projects KA2 part 2 | building Q, meeting room |
| 18:00 | International Market – with international students | canteen (building X) |
| all day | Lectures & Individual meetings at particular departments (throughout the day) | – |
Wednesday
| TIME | AGENDA (18. 10. 2023) | meeting point |
|---|---|---|
| 8:45 | Trip to Chateau Lednice & wine tasting at Horticulture faculty | in front of building A |
| all day | Lectures & Individual meetings at particular departments (throughout the day) | – |
Thursday
| Time | Agenda (19. 10. 2023) | meeting point |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 | Coffee with the Dean (Faculty of Regional Development and International Studies) | building Z, meeting room Dean’s office (Faculty of Regional Development and International Studies) |
| 10:00 | Joint degree & Double degree: sharing practices | building Z |
| 11:00 | International project’s speed dating | building Z |
| 18:00 | Farewell dinner and Closing ceremony | building X |
| all day | Lectures & Individual meetings at particular departments (throughout the day) | – |
Friday
| Time | Agenda (20. 10. 2023) | meeting point |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 | Coffee with the Dean (Faculty of Business and Economics) | building Q, meeting room |
| 9:45 | Administration | building Q (International Office – Q1.92) |
| 10:00 | Brno city tour | in front of building Q |
| all day | Lectures & Individual meetings at particular departments (throughout the day) | – |
Lectures
Price list
- Payment Info – enter your payment amount (according to the selected type!) in Czech coronas to the third column – Participation fee, and country of origin in the Flywire form at https://pay.flywire.com/
– IW only: 1800 CZK
– IW + field trip: 2650 CZK - Payment method – select your preferred payment method to complete your payment in your home currency. For debit/credit card payments, enter your card details online to complete your payment in your home currency. For bank transfers, follow the instructions provided to send your funds. Depending on your bank, payment may be made online, in person, or over the phone.
Note: Additional local payment options may be available depending on the country you are paying from. - Payer Info – enter some basic information to initiate your payment booking.
- Info for the receiver – enter only your name, surname, and email and as the Program name write International Week
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- Make payment
Deadline for payment: September 30, 2023
IW
Attending only the International Week 2023
- Networking activities & Workshops, Transfer of knowledge
- Sharing of experiences and best practices among colleagues from partner and non-partner institutions
- GoAbroad Fair & International Market
- Individual meetings with representatives of the particular departments and discussion on cooperation possibilities
- The fee is approx. 75 EUR, the payment is done in Czech Crowns – 1800 CZK (not including the field trip)
Field trip
Field trip to Lednice Chateau & winetasting at Faculty of Horticulture
- On Wednesday, participants can join us for a field trip.
- We will visit the beautiful Lednice Chateau, a world UNESCO heritage.
- Lednice Chateau is the jewel in the crown of the Lednice-Valtice Complex and, at the same time, one of the most beautiful complexes in the English Neo-Gothic style in the whole of Europe.
- We will also visit the Faculty of Horticulture, where we will go to the gardens and have a winetasting.
- Additional payment applies, the trip costs approx. 35 EUR, the payment is done in Czech Crowns – 850 CZK
Accommodation
We recommend the following:
- Hotel Continental 4* - use MENDELU as a reference in order to get a discount www.continentalbrno.cz
- Cafe Placzek – write an email to cafe@cafeplaczek.cz and use Mrs Mensikova as a reference in order to get a discount www.cafeplaczek.cz
- Hotel Amphone 3* - walking distance 15 minutes, www.amphone.cz
- Hotel Arte 4* – walking distance 10 minutes, www.hotelarte.cz
- Hotel International 4* - not within walking distance, about 30 minutes by public transport, city centre, www.hotelinternational.cz
- Barceló Brno Palace 5* - not within walking distance, about 30 minutes by public transport, city centre, www.barcelo.com (please contact brnopalace.res@barcelo.com)
- University dormitories – https://skm.mendelu.cz/en
For Mobility Agreements, please use the following information:
Contact
DIČ: CZ62156489