Strengthening Learning through Science Communication in Biodiversity-Focused Science Centres and Out-of-School Learning Environments

We are seeking partners for an Erasmus+ KA220-HED Cooperation Partnership focusing on strengthening biodiversity education through the integration of informal learning environments and higher education systems.
HUBIUM (Hacettepe University Biodiversity Research and Application Center) and the Biosphere Museum invite universities, natural history museums, science centres, research institutes, and NGOs to join a consortium aiming to develop innovative, transferable, and recognition-based educational models that bridge informal learning settings and higher education frameworks.
The project seeks to establish ECTS-aligned modules and micro-credential pathways that enable the recognition and digital portability of biodiversity-related learning outcomes generated in science centres and out-of-school environments.
What We Offer:
Strong scientific infrastructure and expertise in biodiversity research
An active university-based biodiversity museum (Biosphere Museum)
Proven experience in public engagement and science communication
Strategic location in Anatolia, one of the world's most significant biodiversity hotspots
Institutional capacity for curriculum integration and micro-credential development
What We Are Looking For:
Universities with experience in informal, non-formal, or experiential learning integration
Natural history museums or science centres with structured educational programmes
Research centres specialised in biodiversity, environmental education, or sustainability
NGOs active in biodiversity awareness, conservation, and community engagement
Countries: All Erasmus+ eligible countries are welcome
Call Deadline: 5 March 2026

Contact: Zeycan Helvaci (zeycanhelvaci@gmail.com) — HUBIUM, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey