Shape the future of the Sustainable Fashion industry through global collaboration!

BIP Sustainable Fashion

The Erasmus+ BIP Sustainable Fashion offers a unique learning experience combining virtual teamwork and an intensive on-site session. Developed by a consortium of six European institutions, it deepens students' understanding of local sustainable practices and global entrepreneurial mindsets in the fashion industry. This is not just an educational programme; it's a chance to be a part of a global movement in sustainable fashion.

In 2023 year, Inholland University of Applied Sciences, launched the very first BIP on Sustainable Fashion in Haarlem. The next year was in Modena, Italy. In 2025, the field week was in the German city of Augsburg. The fourth time, it was in the beautiful city of Leuven, Belgium. This BIP explores global sustainable fashion ecosystems to understand their impact and inspire students to drive change in their own regions.

Programme overview

At the start of the programme, students will receive a student manual, covering learning objectives, project stages, schedules, deliverables, and assessment criteria. This manual will guide participants through both the Online Phase and the Physical Programme, detailed below.

Online Phase

Students work remotely via Microsoft Teams, interacting with international peers and tutors. The four-week programme features two sessions each week, focusing on sustainable marketing principles and sharing how different regions tackle sustainability in fashion.

Online Kick-Off
Introduction to programme goals and expectations.
Intercultural Presentation Workshops
Developing effective communication and teamwork skills.
Sustainable Marketing Principles
Understanding the core principles of ethical marketing and communication.
Presentations of cases by students
Sharing regional best practices and incorporating sustainable practices from different global contexts.
Feedback & Evaluation

Physical Programme

The on-site phase is an immersive five-day event at a partner university featuring expert lectures including insights from academics and industry professionals in the fashion sector. Activities include:

Masterclasses
Exploring critical issues in the global fashion industry.
Interactive workshops
Practical sessions to apply sustainable marketing knowledge.
Industry & ecosystem visits
Real-world exposure to local sustainable fashion initiatives and textile hubs.
Cultural workshops
Focusing on cross-cultural interaction and team building.
Social activities
City tours, networking events, and intercultural exchange.
Reflective sessions
Encouraging personal reflection and exploring future change.

Our partners

This programme is developed in close collaboration with our partners. Each year, the programme is hosted in a different city at one of the partner universities:

UCLL - University College Leuven-Limburg (Leuven, Belgium)
Inholland University of Applied Sciences (Haarlem, The Netherlands)
HELMo - University College (Leuven, Belgium)
LTU - Luleå University of Technology (Lulea, Sweden)
UNIMORE - University of Modena and Reggio Emilia (Modena, Italy)
University of Applied Sciences Augsburg (Augsburg, Germany)

BIP - Sustainable Fashion in a Nutshell

What? This blended-learning programme (online & on-site) focuses on sustainable fashion, marketing, and textile ecosystems.
For whom? Students in marketing, economics and creative business at Inholland of Applied Sciences and partners.
Where? Each year, the programme is hosted in a different city at one of the partner universities.
When? Online sessions take place in March and April, followed by the on-site week in April.
Why? Participants earn 5 ECTS credits while gaining deep insights into sustainable marketing and global communication skills.
How? Apply at your BIP partner institution and follow the administrative instructions to secure Erasmus+ funding.