Innovations for Sustainable Urban Development
Dates & Timetable:
Application for this micro-credential is closed for now and will be open in academic year 2026/2027.
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Wednesday, 19/03/2025
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15:00-17:00 Central European Time – Croatia, France, Germany, Spain, or 16:00-18:00 Eastern European Time – Cyprus, Greece, Lithuania, Romania, or 14:00-16:00 Western European Time – Ireland |
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Wednesday, 26/03/2025
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Wednesday, 02/04/2025
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Wednesday, 09/04/2025
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| Wednesday, 23/04/2025 | |
| Wednesday, 07/05/2025 |
Description:
Examine sustainable urban development through smart technologies, renewable energy, and data-driven approaches. You will explore global urbanisation trends, sustainable planning methods, and circular economy principles. With a focus on innovative infrastructure and collaborative problem-solving, this micro-credential prepares learners to design resilient, efficient, and eco-conscious cities. Core competencies include renewable energy systems, data analytics, and interdisciplinary teamwork, empowering you to address climate challenges and shape sustainable urban futures.
Learning Outcomes:
- Utilize data analytics and IoT technologies to analyse urban systems and support informed decision-making for smart cities.
- Collaborate effectively in interdisciplinary teams to propose and implement strategies for sustainable urban development.
Sustainable development goals:
- SDG7. Affordable and clean energy
- SDG9. Industry, innovation and infrastructure
- SDG11. Sustainable cities and communities
Sector:
Urban
Thematic area:
Urban environmental challenges
HASHTAGS/KEY WORDS:
#innovations #infrastructure #dataanalysis #technologies
Volume (ECTS):
1
Language:
English
Hard skills:
Renewable energy system integration Data analysis for smart cities Circular economy principles
Soft skills:
Interdisciplinary collaboration Adaptability and ethical awareness
Study format:
Online
Study methods:
Lectures Workshops Case Study Analysis Individual/Group Assignments Blended Learning
Hours
Synchronous contact hours: 12
Asynchronous hours & self-directed learning: 13
Entry requirements:
Bachelor student in one of the 9 partner universities of EU-CONEXUS, providing a proof of English proficiency of at least B2 level (certificate or online test).
Assessment:
Projects, Oral presentations of projects or case study analyses, Short quizzes, Written exam, Group discussions and debates
HOST UNIVERSITY:
Frederick University, Cyprus
Stage of accreditation:
Institutional accreditation
