Transition Lab
- Starts September and February
- English
- 30 ECTS
- 5 months
About this minor
In the minor Transition Lab at Fontys, you will discover that you are not alone. Here, like-minded students come together, determined to make a difference. Collaboration is the key. You work on inspiring projects that can change the world. Think sustainable energy solutions, smart food production or innovative climate adaptation.
Why transition Lab
- You learn how to have an impact, even as an individual
- Step by step, you will discover how to start a movement, how to inspire others and how to start great change
Are you ready to change the world? Join this minor and discover how your passion and skills can make a world of difference.
Programme
You can choose an existing challenge or create your own. You will work together with:
- fellow students from all kinds of fields
- experts/clients from different fields
- coaches who guide you
Some lecturers and clients themselves have experience with initiatives and organisations that offer solutions for a conscious, positive future. This allows us to help you with practical experience.
There are several workshops in which:
- we get to know each other better
- you get to know yourself better
- you get more information about the minor
- we work on the learning outcomes, such as the Inner Development Goals
- we get inspired through excursions
For who?
We expect you to be open-minded and willing to embark on this adventure with us. You must have completed your propaedeutic year or have the approval of the examination board of your programme to participate in this minor.
How to apply for this minor
The application for minors that start in February 2025 goes from July 1st 2024 until December 15 2024.
To attend a minor you have to
- Have passed the propaedeutic phase or;
- Have permission from the examination board of your study programme
In the minor in Transition Lab, you will learn which social challenge grabs you the most. That is the challenge in which you can achieve the most, because this is where you are most motivated.
The Inner Development Goals have been drawn up to help you identify the qualities you need to make positive impact. These goals are therefore one of the learning outcomes, the other two learning outcomes are about analysing and realising.
Agenda
Register here for one of our activities. This way you can be sure whether this is the minor for you! We hope to see you soon!
There are currently no activities planned for this study programme. Please contact us if you have any further questions.
Practical information
Extra information
The semester consists of five short dynamic periods of 4 weeks. After this short period, you deliver your portfolio (in Canvas) with documents and products you have developed for your challenge. An important part of your portfolio is self-reflection and how you deal with the feedback you have received. You and your group also give a presentation of the process and the products you have produced after each period. Through the portfolio, talks and presentations, you show your growth. So you don't have to do any tests or homework. You conclude the minor with a final presentation of the products you have created and finalise the scoring.
Location
You will be on location with your group mates 4 to 5 days a week. The course takes place in Tilburg.
Main Language
We speak English and if there are only Dutch-speaking students we speak Dutch.