The ATLAS programme is distinctive for its thematic approach featuring problem-solving training and project-driven, cooperative learning. Every semester has a real-world issue at its core. Examples of ATLAS themes are Human Movement, Nano-Robotics, Tracers for Personal Safety, Smart 3D printing, Alternatives for Renewable Energy or the feasibility of a Mars Space Station. By structuring the curriculum around these themes, we ensure that the knowledge you acquire is linked in a meaningful way. This allows you to learn how technological and social developments can influence and strengthen each other.

PROJECT-LED EDUCATION

Around 50% of your curriculum consists of cooperative project work in teams of 4-8 students on design or research projects. You will learn to identify strengths and weaknesses of yourself and others. The projects are overseen by coaches and tutors who monitor progress and provide guidance. Short workshops are included to transfer knowledge, contribute expert experience and to practice skills.

TRANSFERABLE SKILLS

The programme focusses on developing transferable academic skills, including system thinking, modeling, designing and contextualizing. Guided by a dynamic team of instructors from a variety of academic disciplines, you will receive intense, personalized instruction on how technological and social developments influence and often reinforce each other. Technical and social perspectives are always involved -- whether the issue concerns future food or energy, the effects of social media on security, or risks to water security from continuing urbanization.