ECIU University at Hamburg University of Technology

What is ECIU?

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The ECIU University is an innovative European educational initiative by the ECIU network and its 11 partner universities. Here, students, researchers, and representatives from society collaborate across borders and disciplines to tackle challenges at the intersection of technology and society.

At the heart of the ECIU University is the learner-centred ‘Challenge-Based Learning’ (CBL) approach. Its learning offerings focus on the research strengths of the 11 partners and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The ECIU ENGAGE platform serves as the gateway for anyone looking to get involved. Check it out! More information about ECIU university as a project can be found here.

 

ECIU for students

The ECIU University offers a variety of opportunities to participate in intercultural and interdisciplinary teamwork and to further develop 21st-century skills.

ECIU for TUHH Instructors

Do you want to participate in the development of innovative teaching/learning offerings based on Challenge-Based Learning or create micro-modules? Then head this way!

NEWS

25.10.26
Join our ECIU Lunch & Learn to explore real-world Challenge-Based Learning (CBL) examples, gamification through educational escape rooms, and ready-to-use resources to enhance your teaching practice. Get inspired and connect with fellow educators!
14.10.26
Student ambassadors are experienced students at ECIU University who have successfully completed micromodules and/or challenges themselves. They are actively involved in the ECIU community, promote ECIU University’s programs among students, and support their fellow ECIU students. At TUHH, we warmly welcome our new ambassadors XXX!
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14.10.26
Bridging EU Ambitions and Local Practice in ECIU’s Challenge-Based Learning G. Mayer, D. Ellinger, and S. Simon from the TUHH examine the challenges and opportunities of Challenge-Based Learning (CBL) within the ECIU university alliance—with a focus on interdisciplinarity and internationality. Published in the Journal of Higher Education Development, Vol. 21, No. 2 (2026) Read/get article (open access)
14.10.26
October 28, 2026, starting at 2:00 p.m. On October 28, the TUHH will welcome international Master’s students at a festive ceremony. Afterward, ECIU University will welcome you at its information table. Stop by, learn about ECIU’s academic offerings, and grab a free gift! Venue: Audimax
14.10.26
Discover exciting interdisciplinary learning opportunities, gain practical experience in international teams, and earn microcredentials. Apply now and build skills for the future! As a student at TUHH, you have access to learning opportunities offered by all ECIU partner universities! You can find them at https://engage.eciu.eu/ Please check here to learn how to enroll and have your ECTS credits recognized. The following challenges will be hosted by TUHH this fall/winter: Ethical Innovation and Artificial IntelligenceLeading Agile TeamsSustainable Process Design ProjectEveryday Heroes: Innovating Assistive Tools for Children with Special NeedsFrom Movement to Independence: Designing Assistive Technology for Children with AMC And here is the micro-module the TUHH is offering this fall/winter: Innovation to Impact: Empowering Startups to Solve Real-World Problems
09.04.26
42 TUHH members joined the first European Universities Walking Challenge and walked TUHH to 3rd place among all ECIU partners. Congratulations to Sascha for taking first place, while Nithya became the top-ranked student participant!
20.03.26
Join European Universities walking challenge and knock me off the top spot for the TUHH.
20.03.26
International staff weeks and training opportunities await! Take the chance to exchange experiences, build global networks, and strengthen your skills in international higher education.
20.03.26
All TUHH members are invited to our monthly ECIU Info Corner at the NiT Café 'No Name' on the third Thursday of every month from 1-2pm.

Hamburg University of Technology is one of 12 partner universities of the ECIU University.

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