Sarajevo by night

Testimonial:

"It’s been a valuable learning opportunity, and working on something so closely tied to Sarajevo made it personal and motivating. I’d highly recommend this experience to anyone interested in tackling real-world issues through collaboration and innovation."
Summerschool group picture

Testimonial:

"The collaborative nature of the Summer School, with students from various disciplines, really emphasized the value of teamwork and interdisciplinary learning."

Summerschool Sarajevo classroom

Testimonial:

"Collaborating across disciplines, learning from experts, and seeing our ideas take shape has been such a valuable experience."

Summer School Make the Invisible Visible (MTIV) Immersive and playful for sustainable cities

The Summer School Make the Invisible Visible, held in collaboration with the University of Sarajevo, launched successfully in September 2024 in Sarajevo. The next session is scheduled for September 1–12, 2025.

Über das Programm
International & Interdisciplinary Experience on sustainable city scenarios.
Join our International and Interdisciplinary Summer School, where students from both Switzerland and Bosnia come together for a two-week academic experience. Held in collaboration with the University of Sarajevo, this unique program offers the opportunity to engage in group work that focuses on real-world sustainability challenges.

Week 1:  Online sessions and individual written assignment (remote) - 
Week 2: Group work in Sarajevo optional program: field trips

Head of Program: Dr. Bettina Minder of the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts, Prof. Dr. Adnan Pasic of the University Sarajevo, in colaboration with Dr. Michael Walczak, ETH Zürich.

Two weeks: Dive into a comprehensive learning experience that combines 1 week online preparation with a week on site in Sarajevo. This program combines theoretical insights with practical application.

Interdisciplinary Approach: Tackle complex sustainability scenarios designed by ETH Zurich.

Group work: Collaborate in small, dynamic teams, leveraging different perspectives to address pressing global sustainability issues.

Pictures from the last Summer School 2024

Sarajewo from the distance
Summerschool Students
Summerschool Students 2
Summerschool Lunch

Target group
If you are curious and ready to work on complex challenges of sustainable future city, this you’re in the target group.  Participants have intercultural competences, while seeking to enhance their skills in cross-cultural communication and teamwork.

Admission requirements: Admission Requirement: Assessment level completed, B2 level in English

Possible recognition:
3 ECTS - Erweiterungsmodule (E): Bachelor Information Technology , Digital Ideation, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Business Information Technology

Costs/Visa:
 There are no course fees for students from the School of Computer Science and Information Technology. Travel and accommodation costs must be paid individually by each student. We recommend organizing into groups for AirBnB accommodations. Flights are relatively inexpensive if booked early. Numerous restaurants and street food provide a wide selection of low cost food options. Swiss do not need a Visum to enter Bosnia. Instead a valid passport is required.

Application/Registration

Registration during modul enrollment in January 2025

You need more information contact: Dr. Bettina Minder.