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Beyond Borders: Migrations, Identities, Languages

An inter-alliance BIP
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The BIP “Beyond Borders: Migrations, Identities, Languages” is organized by the University of Turin for its third edition within the framework of the UNITA alliance, in collaboration with Saarland University and the T4EU alliance.

 

This event represents one of the first examples of an inter-alliance BIP, fostering international cooperation and enriching academic experiences across multiple institutions. Through this initiative, the involved European Universities Alliances aim to strengthen partnerships and enhance the global reach of our educational programs.

Objectives and description

The "Beyond Borders: Migrations, Identities, Languages" Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) examines the cultural, social and political significance of borders amid global transformations. Borders serve multifaceted roles, encompassing spatial, political, and administrative functions while profoundly influencing cultural, linguistic, and social dynamics.

 

Key themes include:

  • borders as sites of contact and exchange between nations, cultures, and languages
  • the discriminatory practices of exclusion, such as immigration restrictions or border conflicts
  • the interplay between borders and social cohesion or fragmentation
  • the impact of the European Union’s open-border policies, with a focus on challenges posed by recent global events, including the pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war.

This course adopts an interdisciplinary approach, incorporating insights from social and historical studies, politics, linguistics, and cultural analysis.

 

Field of Education: Social Sciences
Language of Instruction: English (minimum B1 level required)
ECTS credits: 3

Methods and outcomes

The BIP appeals to undergraduates and MA students in fields like Political Science, Sociology, Law, Modern Languages, Geopolitics, International Relations, Geography, History and beyond.

 

Outcomes:

  • develop intercultural and interlinguistic understanding
  • foster dialogue on critical issues affecting communities globally
  • build a holistic perspective on the sociocultural and political dynamics of borders.
Target audience

Undergraduate and MA students in Social Sciences and Humanities. Applications from other disciplines may be considered, with priority given to the Social Sciences and Humanities.

Key dates and location

Physical component

  • Dates: July 21st–25th, 2025
  • Location: Department of Cultures, Politics and Society, University of Turin, Italy

 

Virtual component

  • Dates: July 18th (online meetings, introduction and welcome) & July 28th, 2025 (final online meeting for discussion and feedback).
Organizing board

Receiving/host University:
University of Turin, Italy
Contact: [email protected] (cc [email protected])

 

Lecturers:

  • Esterino Adami, University of Turin
  • Silvia Aru, University of Turin
  • Miguel-Angel Benitez-Castro, Universidad de Zaragoza
  • Emma Bell, Université Savoie Mont Blanc
  • Astrid Fellner, Universität des Saarlandes
  • David Newman
  • Eva Nossem, Universität des Saarlandes
  • Elisabeth Vallet, University of Quebec at Montreal
Application procedure

Contact the UNITA office of your University.

 

Nominations must be sent by host Universities to [email protected] by April 30th, 2025.