Deadline:
June 21, 2024
Program Starts: July 15, 2024
Program Ends: August 15, 2024
Location(s)
Kosovo UN1244 (*not recognized by majority of countries)
Prishtina
Overview
This July (15 – 25) and August (5 – 15), Kosovo International Summer Academy (KSA) will organize will organize Part I and Part II of its 11th edition in Prishtina, Kosovo, with a special focus on Peace building in post-conflict areas – Diplomacy, Leadership and Negotiations, that will be realized by Kosovo Center for Diplomacy.
Details
The uniqueness of Kosovo International Summer Academy is the association with the professors and guest lecturers from the worlds top universities, government officials and ambassadors. KSA will be welcoming experts from different levels that will be teaching and sharing their academic and professional experiences with our participants, as well as will give the chance to our participants to take the information from the first hand. Kosovo International Summer Academy elaborates different topics on economics, politics, diplomacy, professional etiquette and protocol, leadership, peaceful conflict resolution, EU Integration process, international law, human rights, international justice, international security and the role of civil society in building peace, in interactive lectures with diplomats, high ranking officials, representatives of civic society and prestigious local and international organizations.
The Kosovo International Summer Academy aims to develop a cadre of future global leaders with the ability to make significant changes in their community and the world, in the areas of economic, political and social development.
The Kosovo International Summer Academy aims to develop a cadre of future global leaders with the ability to make significant changes in their community and the world, in the areas of economic, political and social development.
KSA emphasizes rigorous academic preparation and interactive learning. This experience helps participants to stimulate intellectual curiosity and build self-confidence and critical thinking, while at the same time developing analytical, practical leadership and decision-making skills. Participants learn through intensive engagement in classes, debates, and simulations involving future international leaders from different countries, cultures, ethnicities and religions.
Our program is comprehensive and educational, but also encourages group interaction and discussion, along with social events. Our structure is organized to provide education, but also to foster relationships and unique experiences.
Kosovo International Summer Academy courses and topics:
- Politics
- Economics
- Diplomacy
- Professional Etiquette and Protocol
- Leadership and Negotations
- Peaceful Conflict Resolution
- EU Integration Process
- International Law
- Human Rights
- Women’s Rights in the Western Balkans
- International Justice
- Transitional Justice
- International Security and
- The Role of Civic Society in Peacebuilding.
* Kosovo Summer Academy reserves the right to alter details of any lecturer and course in changing circumstances; we will try to provide a substitution of equal standing.
Vocational trips and Cultural Activities
Throughout your study-abroad experience in Kosovo you will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of excursions and cultural activities, visiting historical and religious monuments in Kosovo.
- Visit of the Assembly of Kosovo
- City tour
- Field trip to Prizren
- Field trip to Mitrovica
- Field trip to Mirusha Waterfalls
- Field trip to Gadime Cave
- Tour of museums and memorials
- Meetings with high ranking officials
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
Eligibility
- Citizens of all countries in the world are eligible to apply
- Not younger than 18 years old
- Undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate students(who are enrolled or have already completed the aforementioned levels of university studies)and young professionals
- Applicants born in 1990 and after.
Dates
Deadline: June 21, 2024
Program starts:
July 15, 2024
Program ends:
August 15, 2024
Program Starts: July 15, 2024
Program Ends: August 15, 2024
Cost/funding for participants
Tuition/Program fees
The tuition fee for the Kosovo International Summer Academy is 1050 EUR.
Tuition/Program fee covers the following:
- Tuition – Tuition fee for the courses.
- Accommodation – The program fee covers accommodation during the length of the programme.
- Transportation between Prishtina International Airport and the hotel.
- Meals – All scheduled meals are included in the program fee.
- Coffee break – All scheduled coffee between courses are included in the program fee.
- Vocational trips – All scheduled vocational trips(entrance fees of visits to museums, galleries, etc.) are included in the program fee.
Visa Expenses, Travel Arrangements and costs of Insurance
Visa requirements and costs differ among countries. For more information regarding visa requirements, please click here. If you can’t find the country you are searching for, please contact us and we will provide you the necessary information upon your request. All participants are responsible for travel arrangements/expenses, health insurance, and associated VISA costs(if needed) to Kosovo.
Scholarships awarding criteria
The following criteria are considered in the admissions process:
- Submitting your application early
- Financial need
- Merit and existing leadership experience
- Intercultural experience
* For more information on scholarships please download the application form or contact us at info@academy-ks.org.
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