The new Intercultural Preparation Module is here: it is a short, practical, and adaptable module that helps outgoing students reduce culture shock, build confidence, and develop essential intercultural competences before departure.
Simply studying in another country does not automatically result in intercultural learning. Without guidance, students may struggle to process new experiences or, in some cases, reinforce stereotypes.
The Intercultural Preparation Module addresses this gap by offering a practical, engaging, and culture-general approach that helps students make the most of their mobility.
Using real-life examples, active learning methods, and personal reflection, the module enables students to:
- Develop essential intercultural competences before departure
- Recognise and critically reflect on stereotypes
- Learn practical strategies for navigating new cultural environments
- Reduce anxiety and culture shock by adjusting expectations
- Improve communication and adaptability in diverse settings
- Increase confidence in making meaningful local connections
Designed to be short, adaptable, and easy to integrate into existing programmes, the module fits seamlessly into diverse institutional contexts.
It requires minimal resources while delivering significant benefits for both students and institutions.
Early results are highly encouraging: 100% of test participants recommend the module.
Ready to dive in?
Click here to explore the online branch, available on the Genially platform or as an interactive PDF.
Discover, engage, and let us know what you think!
Stay tuned for the upcoming physical branch!