Apply for AMITY 2027: A challenge-based ENLIGHT BIP

Interested in environmental biotechnology, microbial technologies, computational biology or the circular economy? Join AMITY to apply your knowledge to a practical sustainability challenge.

Working in interdisciplinary teams, students will combine bioengineering and computational modelling to develop scientifically sound solutions to real-world challenges, supported by academic mentors and industry experts.

Online learning, mentoring and project work run from February to June 2027. The programme concludes with the AMITY Summit and final pitch competition at Ghent University on 12–16 July 2027. Erasmus+ mobility support is available through UT.

Apply through UT’s SoleMove system by 15 November 2026. Submit a 500–700-word motivation letter covering your background and skills, motivation, teamwork and problem-solving experience.

Visit the AMITY website to learn more or the UT BIP course webpage for application instructions.

Take the challenge. Build a solution. Make an impact!