Energy: understand the greatest challenge of the 21st century

General description

The world of energy is constantly and rapidly changing !

Explore with us the different kinds of energies that will be part of our future, as well as the structures that will allow us to manage them !

From its technical aspect to their geopolitical and ecological repercussions, energy brings us countless challenges. Let's see together how we can take them !

In the Liège summercourse, you will naturally discover people from everywhere in Europe, a lot of different cooking styles and ways of partying, but also how energy is managed in the countries of your new european friends !

Belgium, its fries, its 2.762 varieties of beer, its diversity and the crazy people from Liège are all waiting for you !

So take your good mood, your energy, and don't be shy, just apply !

Academic information

Fields of activity:

Electrical/Electromechanical Engineering , Environmental Engineering , Power Engineering

Content and topics:

Study of the main technical, geopolitical and ecological issues of energy management at a global level. Focus on some specific technologies via visites, conferences,...

Learning goals and objectives:

Transversal understanding of the biggest challenges linked to energy (technological, geopolitical and ecological aspect). Ability to collect, synthesize and present information about the energy policy of a country.

Examination type:

Presentation of a project conducted in small teams.

ECTS credits issued:

Not known yet

Information for applicants

Selection criteria:

Motivation, willingness to learn about energy and to discover Belgium. Originality. Motivation letter and three questions to answer.

Practical arrangements

All of the following are covered by the event fee:

Lodging:

University dorms

Meals:

3 meals per day. At least one hot meal per day.

Transportation:

Bus,train, by foot.