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From August 3rd to August 24th, 2024, the “Dachuan Vision” student cultural study program at the University of Porto in Portugal, organized by Sichuan University and hosted by the Sichuan University Pittsburgh Institute (SCUPI), concluded successfully. The program aimed to provide students with a deep understanding of European history, art, and culture. Designed by the University of Porto, it attracted six students from four different colleges of Sichuan University.

The program adopted a teaching model that combined classroom instruction with extracurricular practical exploration, jointly taught by Professor Claudia and David from the Faculty of Arts and Humanities of the University of Porto. In the classroom sessions, Professor Claudia started her lectures from the Classical Antiquity period of ancient Greek culture, covering topics such as ancient Rome, the Renaissance, and the history of Portugal. Her insightful content enhanced students’ understanding of different languages, including English, Portuguese, and Spanish.

Students Communicate and Discuss in Claudia’s Class

For the extracurricular practical part, David led students to explore Porto from its origins to its historical buildings, allowing them to personally experience the historical depth and cultural charm of this historic city, which has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Students Discuss the History of Navigation with Mr. David in the Museum

Moreover, the program organized visits to the Porto Innovation Hub and UPTECH (University of Porto Technology and Innovation Hub). Through field trips and active exchanges with innovation experts, students gained insights into Porto’s cutting-edge practices and achievements in smart cities, digital transformation, and more. They also deepened their understanding of how scientific and technological achievements are transformed into real-world production and the operation of Europe’s leading start-up incubation models. This immersive learning experience, blending theory with practice, significantly sparked students’ interest in innovation and technology.

Studying in UPTEC

This study tour program not only enriched students’ academic horizons but also broadened their international perspectives, laying a solid foundation for their future international development. Furthermore, the successful hosting of the “Dachuan Vision” European Cultural Study Tour Program marks another significant step forward for SCUPI in promoting international education and exchange, creating broader opportunities for more students to engage in international learning and exchanges in the future.

Group Photo for Souvenir