Call for Applications: EDUC Think Lab – Virtual Campus 2025/2026

Application Deadline: November 3, 2025, 20:00 (CET)

APPLICATION FORM

Shape the Future of the European Virtual Campus!

Are you passionate about innovation, digitalisation, and international collaboration?
The EDUC Think Lab – Virtual Campus invites students from the University of Pécs to take part in a unique European student think tank that’s redefining the future of higher education in the digital age.

As part of the European Digital UniverCity (EDUC) Alliance, the Think Lab brings together students from eight European universities to co-create the EDUC Virtual Campus — a shared digital learning space that connects institutions, cultures, and ideas across Europe.

Two students from the University of Pécs will be selected to join this international group and help shape the next phase of EDUC’s digital transformation.

💡 What Is the EDUC Think Lab?

The Think Lab is an innovative, hands-on, and collaborative programme where students play a central role in developing new ideas, tools, and concepts for the EDUC Virtual Campus.
You’ll work in international teams, exchange ideas with experts, and present your outcomes to the EDUC Steering Committee.

🧩 How Does It Work?

• Duration: 8 months (November 2025 – June 2026)

• Participants: 16 students total – two per EDUC university

• Format: Three in-person workshops (November 2025, March 2026, June 2026) + regular online collaboration

• Commitment: Approx. 2 hours per week (flexible)

• Support: Selected students will receive a scholarship, internship, or employment agreement (depending on university policy)

• Mentorship: Continuous support from EDUC experts and university staff

🌐 Why Participate?

By joining the EDUC Think Lab, you will:

• Collaborate in an interdisciplinary and international team

• Gain hands-on experience in innovation, UX design, and digitalisation

• Contribute to shaping the future of higher education in Europe

• Participate in international workshops at EDUC partner universities

• Receive official recognition and support for your contribution

🎓 Who Can Apply?

The Think Lab welcomes students from all disciplines, especially those interested in:

• Computer Science, IT Systems Engineering, Data Science

• Business Informatics, Media Studies, Visual Arts, or UX Design

If you have creativity, technical skills, or an interest in digital learning and collaboration — this is for you!

🧭 Application Requirements

Please submit your application by November 3, 2025, 20:00 (CET) via the online form below, answering the following three questions:

1. What is an international “virtual campus” in your view? (max. 300 words)

2. What do you expect from the EDUC Virtual Campus – what does it need to connect the University of Pécs with its seven European partners? (max. 300 words)

3. What experience and skills do you bring that could contribute to the further development of the EDUC Virtual Campus?
   (e.g. programming, UX design, community building, etc.) (max. 500 words)

   APPLICATION FORM

🗓 Important Dates

• Application deadline: November 3, 2025, 20:00 (CET)

• Selection results announced: mid-November/early December 2025

• First workshop: late November 2025, at an EDUC partner university

📩 How to Apply

Fill out the online form and complete your application.