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Quality Education for Sustainability

VSB-TUO aspires to be a role model for individuals and institutions in terms of its approach to sustainability and to contribute to the development of new technologies, processes, and ideas that support sustainability. Our vision is to act as a centre for education and awareness on sustainability. Awareness plays a crucial role in building a sustainable future and has the power to transform society through informed and engaged individuals. Therefore, VSB-TUO actively works to integrate sustainability goals into all aspects of the educational process and to create an environment that promotes a sustainable approach to education. Our aim is to offer inspiring study programmes and other forms of further education, such as summer schools, lifelong learning courses, and other specialised programmes that help shape new generations of responsible citizens capable of addressing global challenges related to sustainable development, even beyond our university offerings and lifelong learning programmes. We are firmly committed to supporting free and open dialogue, democratic values, raising awareness about sustainability, and actively engaging the public in this important issue. We believe that only by working together we can achieve a promising future.

Intermediate goals

  • Support student organisations and initiatives that organise volunteer events, campaigns, and projects promoting sustainable development.
  • Utilise the University campus as a "living laboratory" to showcase and raise awareness of specific activities contributing to sustainability.
  • Organise activities that support sustainable development, ensuring that all activities are maximised for sustainability across all four pillars.

Implementation measures

  • Quantitative and qualitative development of activities supporting student organisations and initiatives within the Studentopolis programme.
  • Actively present inside and out the progress made in sustainability at the University campus and at VSB-TUO as a whole. Lead by example!
  • Organise public lectures, seminars, and discussions on sustainability, not only open to students and staff but also to the general public.

Tools (indicators)

  • Number of projects supported within the Studentopolis programme.
  • Number of events (lectures, seminars, etc.) related to sustainability and the number of participants.
  • Achieving regional or national recognition for social responsibility.

Responsibility

  • University Management

Alignment with SDGs (1–17)

E-WEB-Goal-04   E-WEB-Goal-16   E-WEB-Goal-17

Education on the Topic of Sustainability

Education in sustainability is already an integral part of the curricula offered across the University's study programmes. VSB-TUO offers dozens of study programmes focused on sustainability, supported by state-of-the-art laboratory facilities and comprehensive infrastructure designed with the principles of sustainability in mind. These programmes deliver in-depth knowledge and skills to address environmental challenges in particular. Sustainable education is also integrated into lifelong learning activities, including popularisation educational initiatives aimed at audiences ranging from children as young as six to students of the University of the Third Age, as well as courses tailored for the public and companies. All the formats offered by our University can introduce sustainability topics to a broad range of users and help individuals further engage with the Sustainable Development Goals.

Intermediate goals

  • Provide education on the Sustainable Development Goals across the entire University, ensuring it is relevant for all students.
  • Integrate sustainability topics into the curricula of study programmes offered at VSB-TUO.

Implementation measures

  • Mapping the number of courses related to sustainable development and actively increase their number.
  • Supporting the modernisation of study programmes to include sustainability topics. Identify the connection between lifelong learning activities and sustainability and create a work plan for maximising integration. Evaluate the extent of changes in existing activities.
  • Developing a course focused on sustainability awareness, available to students across all faculties.
  • Organising summer schools with a focus on sustainability issues.
  • Developing specific courses for all age groups aimed at raising awareness on sustainability issues in society, e.g. through the Junior University and the University of the Third Age.

Tools (indicators)

  • Number of study programmes (categorised separately for Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral levels) focused on sustainability.
  • Volume of lifelong learning activities dedicated exclusively to the topic of sustainability.

Responsibility

  • Vice-Rector for Study Affairs

 Alignment with SDGs (1–17)

E-WEB-Goal-04   E-WEB-Goal-13   E-WEB-Goal-16   E-WEB-Goal-17