International Cycling

This exchange programme is divided into four elements:

• Theory and Analysis
• Multidisciplinary Project
• International Exchange and Excursions
• Participation in a Techathon, in which students from all the different mini-minors work together in a multidisciplinary way on a current, complex practical issue from the professional field and research groups.

Supporting knowledge and skills are provided through integrated workshops, lectures and field visits.

As this is a new programme currently being developed, the exact line-up of workshops and lectures may evolve.

Learning outcomes

After completing this programme, you will be able to:

• Analyse cycling-related challenges from different disciplinary perspectives.
• Apply international best practices in cycling policy, design, and promotion.
• Collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary and intercultural teams.
• Develop and present innovative, evidence-based solutions for real-world cycling issues.
• Reflect on the role of cycling in building sustainable and liveable cities worldwide.

You will build foundational knowledge and gain a global context for understanding sustainable mobility, covering:

• Global cycling cultures: comparative study of cycling habits and cultures around the world
• Cycling infrastructure & urban design: principles of safe, inclusive, and accessible infrastructure
• Mobility policy & governance: policy development, stakeholder analysis, and implementation strategies
• Data & impact: using data to evaluate and improve cycling conditions in cities

Together with your team, you will work on a real-life assignment from a professional partner such as a municipality, consultancy firm, or NGO. You will:

• Analyse the challenge from multiple perspectives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to co-create solutions.
• Present professional and feasible recommendations.

Possible topics include:

• Developing cycling strategies for growing cities.
• Improving safety, accessibility and inclusiveness of cycling networks.
• Exploring the contribution of cycling to health and wellbeing.
• Workshops and expert input are embedded in the project, giving you both theoretical grounding and practical skills.

Learn beyond borders and broaden your perspectives through:

• Dutch excursions: Visit leading cycling cities such as Utrecht, Groningen, and Houten
• Guest lectures: Gain insights from international experts
• Student exchange sessions: Intercultural learning and peer-to-peer inspiration

Complete your exchange semester or year by taking one or two cross-departmental modules. You will receive ECTS credits when you complete a module successfully.

• Behavioural Change in Organizations
• Cambridge English B2 or C1
• Drama and Improvisation
• Dutch Language
• Dutch Society
• Economic Mindsets
• Intercultural Awareness
• Personal Leadership (7 Habits)
• Urban Innovation
• Youth and Media Literac