Navigating Insecure Futures

Do you feel uncertain about the future? In NIF, you will learn to take ownership of your interactions with the world. Through dialogues and active listening, you will gain a broader perspective on participation and connection. We translate relevant questions into concrete actions, helping your confidence to grow. 

About the programme

NIF focuses on practical and personal leadership: how do we respond to our insecure future at the level of our communities and personal lives? You will apply abstract and theoretical knowledge to daily challenges like the climate crisis and explore emotions such as hope and despair to discover where you can build hope.

You will have the opportunity to grow and learn in your own way. Each course is a personal journey of discovery, exploring how to deepen your connection with the world. Together, we create an environment where you can freely share your thoughts and feelings without having to fear discrimination or criticism. 

Image showing performance art piece created by students, the atmosphere is warm and dreamlike, with the students dancing freely with one another, the image feels like water.

Study programme and time investment

Navigating Insecure Futures in short:

  • For UU Bachelor’s students from all disciplines.
  • Four courses of 7.5 EC, each course lasts 2 blocks (1 semester).
  • Taught in English.
  • You can choose one or multiple courses.
  • Taken in addition to your regular degree programme.
  • See the timings for each course under the "courses" tab below

Click on the courses below for more information. The Navigating Insecure Futures programme is free of charge.

Information session

Learn all about the Navigating Insecure Futures courses in semester 1 during our online information sessions.

Art, Injustice, Resistance:

  • Monday, 16 March, 10:00-10:45, CET (online)
  • Thursday, 14 may, 10:00-10:45, CEST (online)

Bridging Gaps in Times of Separation:

  • March 16, 17:45-18:30, CET (in person, at the UCU Campus)
  • May 11, 13:00-13:45, CEST (online)
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Application and selection

Round one applications for 2026–27 are now closed. Round two opens this summer, with a deadline of August 25th, 2026 at 09:00 AM CEST. Sign up below to be notified when applications reopen. 

 Below, you'll find what you need to prepare for your application and an overview of how the process typically works. 

Contact

The programme leader is Gerard van der Ree. For questions about the Navigating Insecure Futures programme, please contact g.vanderree@uu.nl. Follow @uuhonours on Instagram to stay in the loop!