Description
The Honours College track Science, Society and Self offers excursions as 1 EC electives. These excursions are designed as immersive learning experiences outside the university campus, where students connect the academic insights of Honours College specialization modules with real-world contexts.
Excursions allow students to engage with societal, cultural, and professional environments, and to see how theoretical knowledge can be applied in practice. While the theme of each excursion is linked to a specific Honours College specialization module, all excursions are accessible to every student enrolled in the track.
Excursion opportunities are announced via Brightspace, including registration forms. Dates and themes are communicated at least one month in advance to allow sufficient time for students to register.
Course objectives
After completing this course, we strive to achieve that students are able to:
Connect theoretical perspectives from Honours College modules to real-world contexts;
Reflect on the interaction between academic knowledge and societal issues;
Develop critical insights into how theory and practice influence each other;
Share and discuss their learning experiences with peers.
Course material
Depends on the theme of the excursion. Preparatory readings and/or assignments will be provided in advance.
Mode of instruction
This 1 EC (28 hours) course consists of the following components:
Preparatory reading and/or assignment (format may vary)
Participation in the excursion (dates and themes announced in advance)
Reflective follow-up (written or oral, depending on the excursion format)
Assessment methods
Preparatory assignment: to demonstrate engagement with the theme.
Active participation during the excursion.
Reflection: written or oral, depending on the excursion, showing how insights gained connect to the student’s own academic and personal development.
Language
Excursions may be conducted in English or Dutch, depending on the theme and location. Reflections may be written in English or Dutch.
Timetable
Dates and themes will be announced via Brightspace at least one month before each excursion.
Admission requirements
Open to second- and third-year students of the Honours College track Science, Society and Self.
Students may participate in multiple excursions, but credits (1 EC) will only be awarded once during their Honours College programme.
Registration
Students will need to register for the excursion through the provided registration form.
Contact information
For questions, please contact: [Insert coordinator name and email]