Overview of Experiential Learning

Experiential Learning 

The hands-on experiences that turn 
knowledge into know-how. 

At RIT Croatia, experiential learning enables students to apply what they’ve learned through lectures, assignments, and projects to a variety of rich experiences outside the classroom. These meaningful exchanges expand students’ knowledge and broaden their perspectives by refining their professional and intellectual competencies, cultivating their leadership abilities, advancing their career development, and further developing their talents. 

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Cooperative Education (co-op)

Cooperative education is full-time, paid work experience in a corporate setting. Students often alternate co-op blocks with semesters of on-campus study. 

RIT has the fourth-oldest and one of the largest cooperative education programs in the world. Last year, more than 4,500 students participated in co-op and internship positions with more than 3,400 hiring organizations, from large Fortune 500 companies and industry leaders, to small start-ups and world-class not-for-profits. We continue to lead by example in creating various co-op opportunities for our students through networking and events specifically designed to boost students’ learning experience and their future careers. 

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International Studying Experience

Through various international experiences, RIT Croatia students can enhance their cultural understanding and broaden their global view. Semesters of study at RIT’s global campuses through RIT’s Global Scholar program, Erasmus+ exchange opportunities throughout Europe, and captivating summer study programs are all designed to immerse students in new cultures and expand their world view. 

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Community Service Day

Community Engagement

When students engage in community-based volunteering and service projects, they participate in meaningful experiences that teach civic responsibility and strengthen our global communities.

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Contact Us

Dubrovnik Campus

Tanja Sentić
Career Services, Alumni Relations, Study Abroad & International Students Specialist
T. + 385 (0) 20 433 000
E-mail: iocro@rit.edu

Zagreb Campus

Iva Kužina
Career Services, Alumni Relations, Study Abroad & International Students Specialist
T. + 385 (0) 1 643 9100
E-mail: iocro@rit.edu