April 27 – May 1
The programme will take place in Oliveira do Hospital, at Oliveira do Hospital School of Technology and Management (ESTGOH), part of the Polytechnic University of Coimbra, and will be taught entirely in English.
RE:VIVE Europe was designed to explore the viability of low-density territories as drivers of sustainable development, innovation and territorial cohesion. The initiative proposes an integrated approach, combining academic reflection, immersion in the territory and collaborative work, challenging participants to answer the central question: “Low-density territories and their surrounding areas: how to design the future of these territories?“
The focus is mainly on regions associated with small towns (with less than 25,000 inhabitants), which are often faced with structural challenges such as progressive depopulation, demographic ageing, the fragility of basic services and distance from decision-making centres. The programme argues, however, that these territories represent unique opportunities for alternative models of development, where tradition can coexist with creativity and innovation.
- Language: English
- Dates physical mobility: 27 April to 1 May 2026
- Location: Polytechnic University of Coimbra (Portugal)
- Dates virtual mobility: 13 and 17 April 2026
- Number of ECTS: 4
- Maximum number of participants: UNIgreen Alliance, 5 Students & 2 Teachers per institution
Who?
UNIgreen Alliance Students & Teachers are required to be able to communicate fluently in English, although no formal certification is required.
Subject
RE:VIVE Europe encourages participants to develop strategic and spatial proposals aligned with five main objectives:
- Territorial revitalisation and resilience
- Valorisation of resources
- Ideas for planning and public policies
- Creative solutions
- European models of sustainability
Programme
The programme consists of an intensive course combining classes, workshops, multidisciplinary teamwork, and field activities.
The programme also includes:
- 5 lunches and 2 dinners and tasting of regional products
- Territorial immersion tours, exploring natural heritage, biodiversity, landscapes of high scenic value, cultural heritage, historic buildings, archaeological sites, intangible traditions and sporting activities.
Participation is free of charge. Accommodation is not included and is the responsibility of participants, but accommodation suggestions will be announced shortly.
How to apply
Those interested should register using the online form.
For any questions or expressions of interest, UNIgreen partners may contact the academic coordinator, Ana Cruz – [email protected].
Deadline for admission is 17 February 2026.
