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University Programs

Spring & Summer 2025

Our 2025 programs are specifically designed to enrich your University journey, providing invaluable experiences that will shape your career and personal growth.

Why Born Global?

Our approach is centered on empowering University students to explore their fields with a deeper sense of purpose and global responsibility. Through our meticulously designed programs, we aim to foster a generation of leaders and innovators ready to contribute to ecological restoration, environmental technology, and social impact. Born Global programs offer an exceptional opportunity to apply academic knowledge to real-world problems, ensuring your learning is cutting-edge, compelling and impactful.

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University Program

Summer Program

Format:  Hybrid: On-line & in-person courses available

Duration:

  • Eight weeks from 1 July, 2025 to 23 August, 2025
     

Expected time commitment: 15 hours weekly

  • 15 hours Part-time

  • 30 hours Full-time

  • Group meetings 90 mins with group (time TBD)

  • Mandatory Monday mashups: 12pm-1:30pm EST
     

Enrollment Fee (including spring term):

  • Term 1: $ 2700

  • Term 1 + 2: $ 4900

From Theory to Practice

Post-spring training, the Summer Program immerses you in:
 

  1. Targeted Research & Impact Projects:
    Engage in in-depth research and apply your findings to disciplinary projects specific to your Major that address pressing global issues.
     

  2. Immerse yourself in Internship Research & Capstone Projects focusing on:
    Green Economy: Explore sustainable solutions in environmental technology and ecological restoration.

    Blue Economy: Dive into projects that protect marine environments and promote sustainable use of water resources.

    Biomes not Borders: Address the challenges of environmental migration and its impact on communities.


 

Our Value to Your University and Professional Journey

Leadership, Innovation, and Global Impact

Our programs cultivate leadership and innovation, empowering you to lead projects with confidence and creativity. The global perspectives gained through addressing international challenges enrich your academic and professional profiles, making you a compelling candidate for future opportunities.


Diverse Perspectives and Access to New Research

Embrace the opportunity to work alongside a diverse cohort, accessing cutting-edge research and methodologies. This exposure not only broadens your academic horizons but also prepares you for collaborative and inclusive work environments.


Real-World Application and Skill Enhancement

Transition seamlessly from academic theory to practical application. Our programs enable you to undertake projects with significant social impacts, showcasing your ability to convert knowledge into solutions.


Recognition and Networking Opportunities

Participate in prestigious international forums and exclusive events, such as the Biodiversity Forum, Art Basel, and the Monaco Boat Show. These platforms offer unparalleled opportunities to present your work, network with industry leaders, and further your career and research prospects.
 


 

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“Born Global marked the pivotal beginning of my career journey. It didn't confine me to predetermined expectations; it fostered an environment where I could craft my own solutions through invaluable support and resources. I carried forward a profound sense of agency in my ability to effect change in the world one step at a time.”

Kelly Wang (BU ENG’23)

Product Designer NextGen Healthcare, BU MS Computer Engineering

Hewitt Pathfinder Fund Recipient, Biommicry Intern 2020-2022

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