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Iraia Urkia-Basterra’s PhD Mobility in Dual Education
A PhD Research Mobility Within the EU4Dual Alliance


A PhD Research Mobility Within the EU4Dual Alliance

Iraia Urkia-Basterra, PhD student and lecturer at Mondragon Unibertsitatea, completed a three-month mobility at DHBW Karlsruhe within the EU4Dual Alliance. Hosted by the NextEducation team under Ulf-Daniel Ehlers, the stay provided an immersive international experience focused on Dual Higher Education. Active participation in meetings and collaborative reflection fostered peer exchange, interdisciplinary learning, and insight into European institutional practices, highlighting the value of EU4Dual initiatives for sustainable international cooperation and strengthening professional networks across academic contexts.

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October 26, 2026
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