Bioinspired Chemistry: Two Years of European Experience in Education, Research, and Mobility

Overview

• Coordinating University: University of Mons

• Partner Universities: University of Catania, Poznan University of Technology (Poland), University of Cantabria (Spain), University of the Peloponnese (Greece)

• Associated Partner: Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (Morocco)

• Target Students: second-year students enrolled in the Master’s Degree in Chemical Sciences

• Total Credits: 60 ECTS

• Programme Launch A.Y. 2026–2027: Summer School in Catania, 7–11 September 2026

The University of Catania actively participates in the EUNICE Excellence Programmes, international high-level educational pathways combining advanced teaching, academic mobility, and collaborative research. Among the most significant initiatives is the Excellence Programme in Bioinspired Chemistry, developed in cooperation with European universities and associated partners.

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Programme Structure

• International Summer School – 6 ECTS
  Intensive activities hosted in rotation by partner universities, focusing on emerging topics in bioinspired chemistry.

• On-site Courses – 12 ECTS
  Courses delivered at the University of Catania.

• Shared Online Courses – 12 ECTS
  Courses offered by partner universities through Erasmus virtual mobility.

• Research Mobility for Thesis – 30 ECTS
  Research periods in partner laboratories through Erasmus+ Traineeship or co-supervised thesis projects.

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Timeline A.Y. 2026–2027

• 7–11 September 2026: Summer School in Catania (6 ECTS)

• November 2026 – January 2027: Shared online courses (12 ECTS)

• February – July 2027: Master’s thesis at partner universities (Erasmus+ Traineeship, 30 ECTS)

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Study Pathways A.Y. 2026–2027

Certified EUNICE Pathway (60 ECTS)

• International Summer School (6 ECTS)

• 12 ECTS of shared courses

• Erasmus+ Traineeship mobility for thesis research

Thesis Mobility Pathway

• International Summer School (6 ECTS)

• Erasmus+ Traineeship mobility for thesis research

The call is open to a maximum of 5 UNICT students for each pathway, with priority given to first-year students enrolled in the Master’s Degree Programme in Chemical Sciences.

Application deadline: 12 June 2026.

To apply, please read and complete the application form accessible through the QR code included in the attached call.

For further information:
eunice.edu@unict.it

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European Degree

The programme contributes to the development of the European Higher Education Area, promoting mobility, international collaboration, and the creation of joint European degrees (European Degree).

The initiative aims to train researchers and professionals capable of addressing global challenges through an interdisciplinary, international, and sustainability-oriented approach.

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Partner Universities

• Université de Mons – Belgium

• Poznan University of Technology – Poland

• University of Cantabria – Spain

• University of the Peloponnese – Greece

• Mohammed VI Polytechnic University – Morocco (associated partner)

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Testimonials

“Welcoming students from partner universities into our laboratory has been an extremely positive experience, fostering both scientific and human exchange and leading to a joint publication.”

Prof. Cristina Satriano
EUNICE4U Coordinator – Department of Chemical Sciences, University of Catania

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“I would strongly recommend taking this opportunity. It offers stimulating shared courses, a collaborative Summer School, and an internat