Deadline:
May 01, 2026
Program Starts: July 04, 2026
Program Ends: July 11, 2026
Location(s)
Czech Republic
Marianeum, Machova 7, Vinohrady, Prague 2
Overview
Through teamwork and debates, international students, experts, and researchers will be given real-world case studies to analyze the intersectionality of economic, social and environmental factors/topics related to development. Students will be given the experience to gain both theoretical knowledge and also the ability to apply knowledge in real-world cases.
Details
About Program
Our program will provide international students with a deeper understanding of different facets of development and related challenges by addressing the political, socio-economic, technological and environmental aspects related to development cooperation. Through debates and teamwork with other students, international experts and researchers, and by looking in detail into selected real-world case studies you will gain both the theoretical knowledge necessary to understand economic, social and environmental challenges related to development, and acquire the ability to apply that knowledge in real-world settings.
The program aim is to enrich the discussion on most relevant aspects of continued globalization and the challenges arising for global development. We invite students of different backgrounds, who are eager to discover international topics and challenges, and actively participate in the program.
Objectives
The program is based on a broad intellectual framework. We strongly believe that the multidisciplinary approach of the summer school is the key to better understanding the underlying drivers as well as impacts by addressing the full set of political, economic, technological and environmental aspects connected to development cooperation, that we can conceptualize a successful way forward.
We will look into the frictions between globalization, development and sustainability created by international trade, multilateral system of global rules, and business and NGO activities in developing countries through case studies, participants will understand how development and sustainability function in a real-world context and how different concepts actually work in practice. This objective will be achieved by using real-life situations and looking into various aspects of development moving towards creating social development and businesses that are sustainable both financially and environmentally.
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
Although there are application deadlines, applicants are accepted on a rolling basis. In order to allow time to carefully review all the application materials, an e-mail notifying the application status to Prague Summer Schools will be sent to applicants approximately 14 days after the application is received.
All applicants will be informed about admissions decisions by May 1st.
Students/Summer School Programs for Students
Participants will be selected according to the following three criteria:
- Educational Background (Year, Grade Point Average and Area of Study)
- Statement of Purpose
- Level of English (if applicable)
Approximately 20 participants will be admitted to every program of the Prague Summer Schools programs. We intend to restrict the class size to ensure interactive courses and discussions. We aim to create a truly international student body.
Summer schools for students are most suitable for university students, but we also accept high school students with a strong interest. The Prague Summer Schools admit both undergraduate and graduate-level students. Priority will be given to students with at least some academic background related to the topics of Prague Summer Schools.
Participants admitted to all programs of Prague Summer Schools are expected to participate fully in the program by attending all classes, guest lectures, and social networking events.
Dates
Deadline: May 01, 2026
Program starts:
July 04, 2026
Program ends:
July 11, 2026
Program Starts: July 04, 2026
Program Ends: July 11, 2026
Cost/funding for participants
Students/Summer School Programs for Students
- The program fee for Early Bird applications (March 1st): 840 EUR
- The program fee for students who submit their applications after March 1st: 890 EUR
The program fee covers: tuition and reading materials, accommodation in double rooms for one week, the half-board, which includes breakfasts, lunches, and coffee breaks, site visits, social programs, and special events. Students are responsible for their travel to Prague, dinners, and personal expenses.
We offer you a payment plan, so you can spread out your payment. Write us and email.
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