Sustainable Urbanism Scholarship 2025
The European Cultural Academy is offering a full scholarship for the 4th edition of the “Sustainable Healthy Cities: Building for the Future” course. This scholarship will cover the full tuition fee, providing a unique opportunity to explore sustainable urbanism in Venice.
This intensive two-week course, organized in collaboration with Kellogg College, University of Oxford, and The King’s Foundation, equips participants with innovative ideas and practical tools to design healthier and more sustainable cities. Using Venice as a case study, students will rethink urban spaces in response to environmental, social, and economic challenges.
The program is ideal for students, aspiring architects, urban professionals, and designers looking to enhance their skills and expand their portfolios. One full scholarship is available, and outstanding runners-up may receive partial scholarships.
Why You Should Apply
- Global Recognition – Study at a prestigious program developed in collaboration with top institutions.
- Exclusive Experience – Engage in a hands-on, two-week course in Venice, exploring real-world urban challenges.
- Portfolio Development – Work on a professional-grade project that enhances your career prospects.
- Networking Opportunities – Connect with leading experts in urbanism, sustainability, and design.
About the Course
The “Sustainable Healthy Cities: Building for the Future” program is designed in partnership with the Global Centre on Healthcare and Urbanisation (GCHU) at the University of Oxford, the European Cultural Academy, and The King’s Foundation.
- Location: Venice, Italy
- Duration: 10 days
- Learning Focus:
- Soft mobility
- Sustainable food systems
- Morphology of sustainable settlements
- Hands-on projects and guided city tours
Participants will develop a real-world, portfolio-ready design project, gaining practical experience and expert feedback.
Entry Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Applicants | Free |
Scholarship and Prizes
| Prize | Description |
|---|---|
| Full Scholarship | Covers full tuition for the 2-week course in Venice |
| Partial Scholarships | May be awarded to outstanding runners-up |
Judges and Course Leaders
Dr. Matthew Hardy
- Senior Lecturer in Architecture & Urbanism at The King’s Foundation
- Expert in urbanism, climate change, and architectural history
- Editor of The Venice Charter Revisited (2011)
Dr. David Howard
- Associate Professor in Sustainable Urban Development at the University of Oxford
- Director of Studies for the Sustainable Urban Development Programme at Oxford
- Research focus: access to services and shelter in low-income urban neighborhoods
Submission Details
- Who Can Apply?
- Students, researchers, architects, urban studies professionals, artists, and creatives.
- Project Requirements:
- Submit a previous project or a new proposal incorporating sustainability.
- Project format: Open – Stand-alone text (max 2,000 words) or portfolio uploads.
- Additional Documents:
- CV (PDF format).
- Portfolio (optional but encouraged).
- Statement of interest in sustainability (max 1 A4 page).
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Applications Open | February 1, 2025 |
| Submission Deadline | February 23, 2025 |
| Results Announced | March 1, 2025 |
| Course Dates | June 23 – July 4, 2025 |
How to Apply
- Prepare your application – Include your project description, CV, and statement of interest.
- Submit your materials before the deadline.
- Await results – The winning applicant receives a full scholarship!
