ULISSES - University of Lisbon Interdisciplinary Studies on Sustainable Environment and Seas is a unique opportunity to deepen your knowledge about the oceans and sustainability.
For whom?
Students interested in joining an international and multidisciplinary team, with colleagues from various Portuguese and foreign universities. Over several weeks, you will work on innovative solutions to the challenges of ocean sustainability.
What do you gain with Ulisses?
You will participate in an interdisciplinary and international project, with the support of researchers and specialists;
You will collaborate with students from other schools and countries;
You will deepen your knowledge about the ocean and its role in the future of the planet;
You will explore new career and educational prospects;
It includes a short-term Erasmus+ mobility programme;
It is free of charge and worth 6 ECTS credits;
Three universities are involved: the University of Lisbon, the Polytechnic University of Catalonia and the Technical University of Darmstadt.
Calendar for 2026
Applications until 15 December 2025;
Preparatory phase from 26 January to 4 April (e-learning, compatible with classes);
Team Project from 6 to 24 July (in Lisbon)
Final presentation: 24 July (in Lisbon).
Students from the EU and other Erasmus+ partner countries can apply for grants from their home institution to support their mobility expenses.
ULISSES is a project of Unite! (University Network for Innovation, Technology and Engineering), an Alliance of European Universities that promotes collaborative, transdisciplinary and multilingual higher education, prepared to respond to major global challenges.