Doctoral Courses

Course overview: Introduction to Croatian Language A1.1
This introductory course offers a practical and structured approach to learning Croatian
at the beginner level. It is intended for students with no prior knowledge of the language
who wish to acquire essential communication skills and gain a basic understanding of
Croatian culture. The course emphasizes everyday language use, with a focus on
pronunciation, sentence construction, and basic interaction in common situations.
Students will become familiar with core vocabulary and expressions used in personal
introductions, daily routines, and simple conversations. It is suitable for those planning
to study, travel, or work in Croatia, and serves as a foundation for continued language
learning at higher levels.

Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
• Understand and apply the basics of the Croatian phonetic system and
pronunciation.
• Use common everyday expressions and basic phrases for simple interactions.
• Introduce themselves and exchange personal information in Croatian.
• Ask and answer simple questions on familiar topics.
• Develop and use vocabulary related to family, professions, countries, colours…
• Construct and comprehend simple sentences in both spoken and written
Croatian.
• Recognize and apply foundational grammatical rules in communication.
• Write and understand short, simple messages.

Technical Requirements: Laptop/PC with a stable Internet connection, a camera and a
microphone. Lessons will be held via Microsoft Teams/Zoom.
Total workload: 35 hours
Class size: 20 participants
Registration period: 17 October – 25 October
Registrations close on 25 October at 12:00 (CET)
Participants will receive connection details 2 days before the start of the course.

Start-End Date/ Time:

October 2025(CET)
• October 27 | 9:30–11:30 AM (CET)
• October 28 | 9:30–11:30 AM (CET)
• October 30 | 9:30–10:30 AM (CET)
• October 31 | 9:30–10:30 AM (CET)

November 2025 (CET)
• November 3 | 9:30–11:30 AM (CET)
• November 4 | 9:30–11:30 AM (CET)
• November 6 | 9:30–10:30 AM (CET)
• November 7 | 9:30–10:30 AM (CET)
• November 10 | 9:30–11:30 AM (CET)
• November 11 | 9:30–11:30 AM (CET)
• November 13 | 9:30–11:30 AM (CET)
• November 14 | 9:30–10:30 AM (CET)
• November 17 | 9:30–11:30 AM (CET)
• November 20 | 9:30–10:30 AM (CET)
• November 21 | 9:30–10:30 AM (CET)
• November 24 | 9:30–11:30 AM (CET)
• November 25 | 9:30–11:30 AM (CET)
• November 27 | 9:30–10:30 AM (CET)
• November 28 | 9:30–10:30 AM (CET)

December 2025 (CET)
December 1 | 9:30–11:30 AM (CET)
December 2 | 9:30–11:30 AM (CET)
December 4 | 9:30–11:30 AM (CET)

This intensive course educates students on marine data sourcing, exploration, and valorisation, transforming data into valuable knowledge. The course highlights the importance of data in marine services, sustainable ocean development, and informed decision-making.

• Mode: Online + in presence
• Course type: Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) with an online course from 24^th Feb to 25^th April 2025 and an on-site practical course (physical mobility) from 10-18^th May 2025 in Gdańsk, Poland
• ECTS: 3

More information here

This course invites students to explore the intersections of peacebuilding and sustainability in a global context. Through a mix of online modules, multimedia content, and reflective practice, learners engage with key concepts such as restorative dialogue, cultural empathy, environmental justice, and active global citizenship. They examine real-world case studies, participate in digital storytelling projects, and collaboratively design action plans addressing local or global issues—from school-based climate initiatives to peer-mediation programs.

Students will critically reflect on their personal roles as changemakers, deepen their understanding of interdependent global systems, and develop practical skills in communication, intercultural sensitivity, and sustainability advocacy. The course combines self-paced learning (readings, videos, quizzes) with interactive forums and optional group coaching sessions to foster community and co-creation. A final project challenges students to design a peace- or climate-focused intervention in their local or academic environment.

 Learning objectives:

Students are able to:

*be a leader

*listen actively

*tell their story authentically with impact

*build a communication on the principles of understanding

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Apply by 5.11.2025 with your university email. The lecturer will contact you via email after the deadline.

Course name: Business English

Target group: students of the SEA-EU Alliance

Prerequisites: English level min. B1

Total workload: 16 hours (8 meetings)

Class size: 18 participants

Course offered by: University of Gdańsk

Course teacher: Martyna Włodarczyk

Contact person/ Information: agnieszka.wysomierska-tkacz@ug.edu.pl

Start-End Date/ Time:

28th October, 15.00 – 16.30

4th November, 15.00 – 16.30

18th November, 15.00 – 16.30

25th November, 15.00 – 16.30

2nd December, 15.00 – 16.30

9th December, 15.00 – 16.30

16th December, 15.00 – 16.30

23th December, 15.00 – 16.30

Course Content:

This course focuses on developing students’ ability to communicate effectively and appropriately in professional and business-related contexts. Participants will explore key areas such as delivering persuasive presentations, engaging in negotiations, presenting ideas with clarity, and producing well-structured written documents, including emails and reports. The course adopts a practical, task-based approach, with an emphasis on real-world scenarios and personalized feedback to support each student’s progress and confidence in using English for business purposes.

Additional details:

· Technical Requirements: Laptop/PC with a stable Internet connection, a camera and a microphone.

· Classes will be held via Microsoft Teams.

· A certificate of participation will be issued upon attendance to >75% of the course.

To apply:

Register before 17.10.2025 (Friday) at: https://forms.office.com/e/5aaaP4bu95

· Students who qualify for the course will receive official confirmation of acceptance no later than one week before the course begins

· Course participants will be notified 3 days before the course and receive connection details 2-3 days before the start of the course.

Particular attention is given to effective academic writing, including essay structure, clarity of argumentation, and appropriate referencing. Participants will also engage in academic speaking tasks, such as presenting research, contributing to seminars, and articulating ideas in formal discussions.

Additional details:

· Technical Requirements: Laptop/PC with a stable Internet connection, a camera and a microphone.

· Classes will be held via Microsoft Teams.

· A certificate of participation will be issued upon attendance to >75% of the course.

To apply:

Register before 17.10.2025 (Friday) at: https://forms.office.com/e/e8NCLpL83X

· PhD students who qualify for the course will receive official confirmation of acceptance no later than one week before the course begins

· Course participants will be notified 3 days before the course and receive connection details 2-3 days before the start of the course.

Course name: Academic English

Target group: PhD students of the SEA-EU Alliance

Prerequisites: English level min. B2

Total workload: 16 hours (8 meetings)

Class size: 18 participants

Course offered by: University of Gdańsk

Course teacher: Martyna Włodarczyk

Contact person/ Information: agnieszka.wysomierska-tkacz@ug.edu.pl

Start-End Date/ Time:

30th October, 15.00 – 16.30

6th November, 15.00 – 16.30

13th November, 15.00 – 16.30

20th November, 15.00 – 16.30

27th November, 15.00 – 16.30

4th December, 15.00 – 16.30

11th December, 15.00 – 16.30

18th December, 15.00 – 16.30

Course name:  Academic English Foundations 1

Duration: 8 weeks Contact Hours: 2 hours/week (16 hours total)

Target group:

• Students enrolled in undergraduate programmes in SEA-EU university members
• Students with a functional level of international English who require additional support in adapting their reading, writing, and speaking skills to academic contexts.
• Learners preparing to transition to independent high-level academic reading and writing during undergraduate studies across a variety of disciplines.

Prerequisites: CEFR B1–B2 (pre-intermediate to high-intermediate).

Course offered by: International School for Foundation Studies – University of Malta

Course teacher: Ms Ruth Bellizzi [ruth.bellizzi@um.edu.mt]

Description: This course is designed to support students whose first language is not English in developing the foundational academic English skills required for success in a university setting. The course emphasises reading strategies, academic vocabulary development, and basic academic writing skills, while also introducing oral communication in academic contexts. Students will engage with authentic academic texts drawn from various disciplines and will practise summarising, paraphrasing, and responding to these texts in both written and spoken formats. Further details here

Start-End Date/ Time:  30 October 2025 – 18 December 2025

• 30 October 2025, 08:30–10:30 (120 min)
• 6 November 2025, 08:30–10:30 (120 min)
• 13 November 2025, 08:30–10:30 (120 min)
• 20 November 2025, 08:30–10:30 (120 min)
• 27 November 2025, 08:30–10:30 (120 min)
• 4 December 2025, 08:30–10:30 (120 min)
• 11 December 2025, 08:30–10:30 (120 min)
• 18 December 2025, 08:30–10:30 (120 min)

Course Content

• Week 1 – Introduction to Academic English
• Week 2 – Reading Strategies I
• Week 3 – Reading Strategies II & Vocabulary Development
• Week 4 – Noun Phrases, Articles, and Quantifiers
• Week 5 – Summarising & Paraphrasing
• Week 6 – Building Short Academic Responses
• Week 7 – Academic Integrity & Referencing
• Week 8 – Academic Speaking: Seminar Skills

Additional details: 

• Technical Requirements: Laptop/PC with a stable Internet connection, a camera and a microphone.
• Lessons will be held via Zoom
• Total workload: 16 hours
• Class size: 20 participants

To apply: https://forms.gle/18LnKbPjV2cYZ1UM9

Register before 20 October  

*Participants will be notified 3 days before the course and receive connection details 2-3 days before the start of the course.

Coruse name:  Academic English Grammar for Accuracy in Academic Writing

Duration: 8 weeks Contact Hours: 2 hours/week (16 hours total)

Target group:

• Students enrolled in undergraduate programmes in SEA-EU university members
• Students who can communicate in English but whose writing is hindered by inaccuracy,inconsistent control, and weak sentence/paragraph structure.

Prerequisites: CEFR B1–B2 (pre-intermediate to high-intermediate).

Course offered by: International School for Foundation Studies – University of Malta

Course teacher: Dr Omar NShea [omar.nshea@um.edu.mt]

Description: This course provides students with the opportunity to strengthen their grammatical accuracy in English, focusing on the structures most frequently used in academic writing. The emphasis is not on rote grammar drills, but on applying grammar knowledge to authentic academic tasks such as constructing clear sentences, building cohesive paragraphs, and avoiding common errors. Further details here

Start-End Date/ Time:  28 October 2025 – 15 December 2025

• 28 October 2025, 11:00–13:00 (120 min)
• 4 November 2025, 11:00–13:00 (120 min)
• 11 November 2025, 11:00–13:00 (120 min)
• 18 November 2025, 11:00–13:00 (120 min)
• 25 November 2025, 11:00–13:00 (120 min)
• 2 December 2025, 11:00–13:00 (120 min)
• 9 December 2025, 11:00–13:00 (120 min)
• 16 December 2025, 11:00–13:00 (120 min)

Course Content

• Week 1 – Introduction & Sentence Basics in Academic English
• Week 2 – Verbs & Tenses for Academic Writing
• Week 3 – Sentence Variety & Complexity
• Week 4 – Noun Phrases, Articles, and Quantifiers
• Week 5 – Prepositions, Connectors, and Academic Cohesion
• Week 6 – Paragraph Grammar & Organisation
• Week 7 – Common Errors & Editing Strategies
• Week 8 – Writing Workshop: Applying Grammar in Academic Texts

Additional details: 

• Technical Requirements: Laptop/PC with a stable Internet connection, a camera and a microphone.
• Lessons will be held via Zoom
• Total workload: 16 hours
• Class size: 20 participants

To apply: https://forms.gle/AuHTjEJDGrTEtxKF8

Register before 20 October 2025

Participants will be notified 3 days before the course and receive connection details 2-3 days before the start of the course.

Composed of theoretical content and practical assignments the course concentrates on providing students with skills related to identifying and planning personal or professional goals as well as using selected time management and project management tools to achieve these goals. The course derives from a holistic and systemic approach to skills development.

The course is composed of 4 themes divided into smaller study units:

1. What skills do we need in todays’ world?
2. The role of values in skills development.
3. Your personal or professional goal as a project.
4. Self-management and project management tools.

Learning objectives:

Students are able to:

• define techniques and methods for proactive behavior,
• identify personal needs and areas of learning,
• assess their own level of development,
• create individual learning and development goals,
• identify techniques and methods of self-reflection.

Download the full course description here.

Please note:

Please register with your university e-mail.

Only selected students will receive feedback information.

Enrollment is possible until 10th of October 2025.

The main objective of this one day module is to learn about ship pollution and the socio-legal approach to marine plastic pollution (lecture part in the morning) as well as to practise the participatory principle in Environmental Law at European level in an in-depth exercise part (in the afternoon).

• Mode : Hybrid
• Course type : Lectures (8:30 – 12:30 CEST) and exercise (13:30 – 17:00). The two parts can be followed independent of each other.
• Target audience: Master students

The full course description can be downloaded here

Full course description available for download here

This mostly asynchronous online seminar of about 20 to 25 hours of learning is designed to encourage and inspire you as a student to take a close look at the concept of Global Citizenship and to develop an understanding of Global Citizenship on an individual level. Within this supervised online course with 10% of synchronous online teaching and 90% of asynchronous self-paced learning on an online platform with open weekly coaching (on demand), you will have the opportunity to explore approaches to globalization and citizenship and engage with the Sustainable Development Goals. Furthermore, you’ll examine the concept of Cultural Intelligence and reflect on how to act in a culturally diverse context!

Learning outcomes:

Students are able to…

• analyze global issues by critically examining the interconnected relationships between social, economic, and environmental factors, demonstrating the ability to discern patterns and evaluate the implications of these interconnections on a global scale
• explore cross-cultural communication skills to engage with diverse stakeholders, fostering effective collaboration and negotiation in the pursuit of global solutions to social, economic, and environmental challenges.
• analyze and interpret information from diverse cultural perspectives.
• articulate personal values related to global citizenship, expressing empathy and concern for the well-being of people worldwide.

Download the full course description here

Programme: – Create and organize a bibliographic reference library,

– Automatically collect references,

– Add notes and pdfs to references,

– Cite and create bibliographies in the style of your choice,

– Share your library or folders.

After the three hours of training, a time to practice and have personalized advice is open to the doctoral students who wish such a service.

How to apply: Interested doctoral researchers must send an email to this address: formations-brest-lorient-vannes@doctorat-bretagne.fr, including the following code: SO-CDB-05.

Download the full module description and schedule here

This mostly asynchronous online seminar of about 20 to 25 hours of learning is designed to encourage and inspire you as a student to take a close look at the concept of Global Citizenship and to develop an understanding of Global Citizenship on an individual level. Within this supervised online course with 10% of synchronous online teaching and 90% of asynchronous self-paced learning on an online platform with open weekly coaching (on demand), you will have the opportunity to explore approaches to globalization and citizenship and engage with the Sustainable Development Goals. Furthermore, you’ll examine the concept of Cultural Intelligence and reflect on how to act in a culturally diverse context!

Learning outcomes:

Students are able to…

• analyze global issues by critically examining the interconnected relationships between social, economic, and environmental factors, demonstrating the ability to discern patterns and evaluate the implications of these interconnections on a global scale
• explore cross-cultural communication skills to engage with diverse stakeholders, fostering effective collaboration and negotiation in the pursuit of global solutions to social, economic, and environmental challenges.
• analyze and interpret information from diverse cultural perspectives.
• articulate personal values related to global citizenship, expressing empathy and concern for the well-being of people worldwide.

Download the full course description here: SEA-EU Microcredential_Global_Citizenship_2025

The seminar examines self-awareness as a fundamental psychological construct and its implications for human development and professional efficacy. The students will engage with frameworks and practices to develop competencies in emotional intelligence, metacognition, social cognition, cultural awareness, and leadership behavior. The course integrates theoretical foundations with applied methods, including structured reflection, peer interaction, and situational analysis.

Learning objectives:

Students are able to:

• identify personality and basic psychological models for self-reflection
• review techniques, methods and models of self-reflection by applying them in relation to their own personality
• develop the ability to self-observe
• weigh different perspectives against each other and relate them to their own perception in self-reflection
• develop an awareness of and self-confidence in their own abilities in the process of self-reflection

Download the full course description here: SEA-EU Microcredential_self awareness

• The module will concentrate on integrated research areas that focus on the grand challenges faced in attaining ocean sustainability. Students will attend a lecture where lecturers of different SEA-EU universities will present current topics on ocean sustainability centring on Ocean Food, Ocean Floor Resources, Ocean Ethics, Ocean Disasters, The Law of the Seas, and “Blue Economy”.
• Course type: Semester course with 15 live sessions
• Schedule details/times: Wednesdays 16-18 and Fridays 12-14 CEST on the following dates: 16.4., 7.5., 9.5., 14.5., 16.5. (13-16 h instead), 21.5., 23.5., 28.5., 4.6. (14-16h instead), 6.6., 18.6., 20.6., 25.6., 2.7., 4.7.
• Download the full course description here.

Host: CAU/ Kiel University

Language: English

This course is designed for students aiming to learn how to communicate properly in the workplace, providing them with transversal written and oral communication skills in professional French. Specifically, the course is structured around all four language skills referring to the B2 level of the CEFR. After a general introduction to French for Professional Purposes (FPP), students will be provided with a comprehensive overview of the main written and oral genres of professional communication in French, including the CV, the business report, and the job interview. Students will also be presented some efficient learning strategies to improve their vocabulary acquisition as well as their reading comprehension skills. On completion of the course, students will be assessed through a 30-question written exam. A minimum of 18 correct answers is necessary to successfully pass the final exam.

Learning Outcomes:

– practise clarity in verbal and non-verbal communication, share information openly and thus avoid misunderstandings

Student activities:

Students will attend eight French for Professional Purposes seminars, focused on reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in a professional environment. They will engage in a variety of individual and group tasks, including analyzing authentic samples of written and oral professional interactions, writing CVs, and simulating job interviews. To supplement their learning, students will be required to complete additional activities and exercises provided on the course Teams, as part of their weekly self-instructed asynchronous leaning.

Spaces are limited and are given on a first-come-first-served basis.

Download the complete course description here: French for Professional Purposes_UPN_course_sheet

This course is designed for students aiming to learn how to communicate properly in the workplace, providing them with transversal written and oral communication skills in professional English. Specifically, the course is structured around all four language skills referring to the B2 level of the CEFR. After a general introduction to English for Professional Purposes (EPP), students will be provided with a comprehensive overview of the main written and oral genres of professional communication in English, including the CV, the business report, and the job interview. Students will also be presented some efficient learning strategies to improve their vocabulary acquisition as well as their reading comprehension skills. On completion of the course, students will be assessed through a 30-question written exam. A minimum of 18 correct answers is necessary to successfully pass the final exam.

Course outcomes:

Students are expected to:

– recognise the structure of conversations, presentations and written messages

– recognise paralinguistic features of communication

– use appropriate words to convey information, thoughts and ideas clearly and precisely

– select language and body language appropriate to the target group and situation

– base their communication behaviour on the principles of honesty and authenticity

– practise clarity in verbal and non-verbal communication, share information openly and thus avoid misunderstandings

Student Activities:

Students will attend eight English for Professional Purposes seminars, focused on reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in a professional environment. They will engage in a variety of individual and group tasks, including analyzing authentic samples of written and oral professional interactions, writing CVs, and simulating job interviews. To supplement their learning, students will be required to complete additional activities and exercises provided on the course Team, as part of their weekly self-instructed asynchronous leaning.

Spaces are limited and are given on a first-come-first-served basis.

Download the full course description here: English for Professional Purposes_UPN_course_sheet

Course type: Intensive module with 6 sessions spread over 2 weeks end of April/May 2025 including lectures, practical exercises and self-study assignments.

Biogeography is the science of how the Earth’s history and present environment determines speciation, habitat diversity and biodiversity patterns. It provides both a theoretical basis for understanding how biodiversity evolved and has applications in deciding where to have nature reserves, the spread of invasive species, and predicting the effects of climate change.

Participants will learn how to use leading resources of biodiversity informatics for individually selected species of interest (e.g. threatened, charismatic, important ones for food, pest or keystone species).

Full description can be downloaded here:

Biodiversity_Biogeography_MSc_Marine_Module_description_SEA-EU

Sessions:

• 18th March 2023, 10am – 1pm
• 30th May 2023, 9am – noon

Self-training format

Beginner Level

The main objective of this one day module is to teach about the ship pollution and the socio-legal approach to marine plastic pollution (lecture part in the morning) as well as to practise the participatory principle in Environmental Law at European level in an in-depth exercise part (in the afternoon).

• Mode : Hybrid
• Course type : Lectures (8:30 – 12:30 CEST) and exercise (13:30 – 16:30). The two parts can be followed independent of each other.
• Target audience: Master students

The full course description can be downloaded here:

VirtualMarineOpenElectives_Module_Description_Maritime_and_Environmental_Law_UBO

Course topics:

• Online academic text production and presentation skills: text and presentation structures, rhetorical strategies, ethical concerns (e.g. dis- and misinformation)
• Communication effectiveness in the digital space
• Digital tools and software for writing and audiovisual content creation
• Argumentation: fundamentals of argumentation, logic and argumentation, providing constructive feedback, self reflection

Learning objectives:

• Establish a foundational understanding of effective online communication and how academic texts, presentations and communication documents are structured in the digital space
• Apply interdisciplinary communication and design strategies to create content for various audiences and environments (in-person or online)
• Use various digital tools and software (e.g. artificial intelligence, writing/editing software) when communicating online
• Assess and reflect on one’s online communication abilities

For more information:

Go to the course website

Download the complete course description: Course_Sheet_Academic_Writing_WS2425

This mostly asynchronous online seminar of about 20 to 25 hours of learning is designed to encourage and inspire you as a student to take a close look at the concept of Global Citizenship and to develop an understanding of Global Citizenship on an individual level. Within this supervised online course with 10% of synchronous online teaching and 90% of asynchronous self-paced learning on an online platform with open weekly coaching (on demand), you will have the opportunity to explore approaches to globalization and citizenship and engage with the Sustainable Development Goals. Furthermore, you’ll examine the concept of Cultural Intelligence and reflect on how to act in a culturally diverse context.

For more information:

Go to the Course webpage

Download the full course description –  Course_sheet_Global_Citizenship_WS2425

The main objective of the module is to be able to identify current ocean governance scenarios and their global and regional challenges, as well as to critically describe overarching ocean governance issues, including the maritime areas of jurisdiction and control. Additionally, the main EU Directives concerning marine environmental protection will be taught.

• Mode : Hybrid
• Course type : Lectures, seminars and an independent study project as well as one fieldtrip on 14^th Nov 11-13:00 CET (ONLY for those onsite in Malta! NOT possible for virtual participants!

Full module description available to download here:

Module_description_GSC5101_GlobalOceanGovernanceFramework_UM_forSEA-EU

Full course description available for download here:

ModuleDescription_MetalContaminants-Metals_in_the_Ocean_forSEA-EU