Apply to be part of a virtual exchange course with the University of Groningen (the Netherlands) if you are interested in questions of sustainability from a historical and global perspective.
Explore sustainability from economic, political, environmental, and geopolitical perspectives. Learn how mobility relates to societal (un)sustainability.
Work together with University of Groningen students in small hybrid groups to tackle societal challenges and prepare practical assignments.
Are you a BA Honours, MA or PhD student at the University of Stellenbosch?
Do you want to gain international and intercultural experience?
Are you eager to tackle societal challenges from a historical perspective in small hybrid groups?
Course starts: 3 September 2025 (Wednesdays 09.00-11.00), time commitment c. 4 hours a week (lecture + readings & assignments)
Apply by 20 August 2025 by sending in a 1 A4 motivational letter that explains why you are a good fit for this course to Dr Jabulani Shaba (j.shaba@rug.nl)
Certificate of participation will be provided!
Herewith link to the syllabus:
https://arts.sun.ac.za/files/2025/06/Syllabus-2024-25..pdf
Watch a brief overview of the programme:
