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Blended Intensive Programmes (BIP)

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Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Programmes (BIPs) are short, intensive programmes that use innovative ways of learning and teaching, including the use of online cooperation.

BIPs build capacity for developing and implementing innovative teaching and learning practices in the participating higher education institutions (HEIs).

BIPs are a way to learn something valuable while having an impactful international experience in a short period of time! 

For who?

BIPs are designed for all students, regardless of their background or field of study. They offer flexible ways to take part in mobility by combining a short period abroad with online collaboration and teamwork.

BIPs by Diak

Diak coordinates several BIPs that are open for students and staff from partner HEIs as well as Diak’s students.

The BIPs are co-funded with Erasmus+ KA131 which means that the prerequisite for becoming a partner and having participants is an Erasmus+ Interinstitutional Agreement with Diak.

BIPs at Diak

Spring 2026

Autumn 2026

BIPs by partner HEIs abroad

Diak students can apply to BIPs which are coordinated by Diak’s partner institutions. By participating in BIP, students will earn a minimum of 3 ECTS that will be recognised as a part of their degree. Participation in the intensive week at a partner institution is supported by an Erasmus+ Mobility Grant.

Selection criteria
  • Motivation to participate (Answer to the question in the application form: Why would you be a good candidate for the intensive program?)
  • Language skills
  • Timing and content of the BIP are in line with the study plan of the student.
  • Study success and progress (e.g. GPA and studies completed in schedule)
  • Geographical equality (all Diak campuses)
  • Priority is given to students who have not yet taken part in Erasmus mobility and who have fewer opportunities to participate in Erasmus programme activities.
Funding

All selected participants will receive Erasmus+ mobility grant. Erasmus+ mobility grant supports students with travel costs related to their participation in the Blended Intensive Programme.

BIPs at partner institutions in spring 2026

Social Policies and Welfare Studies, 7,5 ECTS

  • Online kick-off: 13.1.2026 at 14.15-16.00 (Finnish time)
  • Intensive week at Malmö University, Sweden on 27.1.2026-5.2.2026
  • Application open until 18.5.2025
  • Elective course in
    • Social Services Programme (in English and in Finnish)
    • Public Service Interpreting Programme

Multidisciplinary Simulation, 3 ECTS

  • Online kick-off: 27th April at 14-16 (Finnish time)
  • Intensive Week at VID Specialized University in Oslo, Norway on 18.-22.5.2026
  • Application open until 28.11.2025
  • Applicants/Target group:
    • 2nd semester Health care (fi) /Public Health Care Nursing/ Health Care (diaconal work) students: Replaces partly courses SIS0204A25S, KIG0202A25S and ENG0101A15S
    • 2nd semester Nursing (en): 2nd semester Nursing (en): replaces partly courses Internal medicine and cancer care skills workshop and simulation (IMC0204) and Surgical Nursing skills workshops and simulation (SUR0202)
    • 6th semester Health care (fi)/ Health care (diaconal work): Replaces partly course HOE02

Asset-Based Community Development, 5 ECTS

  • Online kick-off: 30.3.2026, Time: at 14-17 (Finland, Estonia)
  • Intensive week at Tartu University, Estonia
  • Intensive week schedule: 13.-17.4.2026
  • Online closing seminar: 4.5.2026, Time:  at 14-17 (Finland, Estonia)
  • Application open until 12.12.2025
  • Applicants
    • Social Services Programme (in Finnish) can be included in elective studies
    • Social Services Programme (in English): replaces course CWT or can be included in elective studies
    • Master Programmes can be included in elective studies

Global Sessions – Youth Under Pressure: Promoting Health and Well-being in an Age of Multiple Crises, 3 ECTS

  • Online kick-off: 12.5.2026 at 17.30-19.30
  • Intensive week at Munich University of Applied Sciences, Germany
  • Intensive week schedule: 18.-22.5.2026
  • Application open until 16.2.2026
  • Applicants/Target Group:
    • Master’s Degree Programmes and Social Services Programmes: Study module can be included in elective studies
    • Nursing (in English) Programme: Depending on student’s personal study plan this course can be included in elective studies or can replace Sustainable wellbeing module
  • Public Health Nursing students: Depending on students personal study plan this course can replace Kestävä hyvinvointi module or 2 ECTS of ERI-studies and 1 ECTS can be included in elective studies
BIPs at partner institutions in autumn 2026

Diversity Inclusion for Social Cohesion, 5 ECTS

  • Online kick-off: TBC
  • Intensive week at Charles University, Prague on 9.-13.11.2026
  • Final workshop: TBC
  • Application open until 2.4.2026
  • Applicants/ Target group
    • Social Services Programme (in Finnish): replaces course Moninaisuuden ja monikulttuurisuuden perusteet ammatillisessa työssä or can included in elective studies.
    • Social Services Programme (in English): replaces course Professional Skills for Working in Diversity Settings or can be included in elective studies.
    • Elective course in Master Programmes

Planetary Health, 5 ECTS

  • Planetary Health -study module description
  • Online kick-off: TBC
  • Intensive week at VID Specialized University, Stavanger, Norway, 12.-16.10.2026
  • Final workshop: TBC
  • Application open until 17.5.2026
  • Applicants/ Target group
    • BA of Social Services: can be included in elective studies
    • BA of Nursing: can be included in advanced studies
    • Master programmes: can be included in elective studies