3rd IPCA's InWeek – Are Micro credentials reshaping Higher Education?

The Polytechnic University of Cávado and Ave (IPCA) is very pleased to announce the 3rd edition of its InWeek, under the theme “Are Micro credentials reshaping Higher Education?”, which will take place in Barcelos, between the 20th and 24th of May 2024.



This International Staff Training Week will be held in English language and is open to administrative and teaching staff whose tasks are mainly focused on International Cooperation, Pedagogical Innovation, Inclusion and Diversity, among other related domains. With a comprehensive programme focused on the expansion of cooperation, this capacity building week aims to offer an enriching international and intercultural learning experience and the opportunity to exchange and discuss emergent themes. The agenda will comprise a range of topics through interactive group sessions including workshops, networking and teambuilding activities in view of strengthening international cooperation by encouraging the exchange of best practices and experiences.

We will select up to 4 speakers to make a presentation (workshop) about the theme of this edition's InWeek. The selected speakers will benefit from a fee reduction. 

• Registration link
• Deadline for applications is 19th of April 2024 and the fee is as follows, depending on the type of participation:   
  • Regular > 100€
  • Speaker (maximum 4) > 75€
• Maximum number of participants: 40

The selection will be made taking into consideration the background, motivation and the maximum number of participants (max. of 2 participants per institution). The results will be sent to each participant shortly after the application deadline.

The programme enclosed is preliminary. After the admission, the participants will receive the final detailed programme of the foreseen activities.

Please feel free to contact the International Office through the e-mail gri@ipca.pt if any doubt arises.