DTRD-ECA - Development, Tracking, Recognition and Digitalization of Extracurricular Activities at University Level

This project emphasizes the critical role of extracurricular activities in enhancing students' personal development, social engagement, and professional networking. Its primary objective is to establish a structured framework for student clubs, targeting the creation of at least five new clubs per Montenegrin Higher Education Institution (MNE HEI). Another key focus is the integration of extracurricular activities into the academic credit system, piloting this approach in at least 20% of faculty units across MNE HEIs during the project lifetime.To support these objectives, a digital platform will be developed to serve as a centralized system where students can explore available activities, register for them, track their participation, and earn digital miles that can be converted into academic credits. In addition to the technological component, the project will prioritize the promotion and awareness of student clubs, highlighting their benefits and encouraging active student participation. It will also focus on helping students develop essential skills for organizing and managing student clubs.Finally, the project aims to strengthen the institutional and national recognition of extracurricular activities by updating policies to formally embed them into the academic framework. By fostering collaboration among students, university staff, and local and business partners, the initiative seeks to create a sustainable, inclusive, and innovative environment that promotes long-term student engagement and institutional success.