Description of the academic program:
The aim of the European Studies Summer School is to help students understand the political, economic, cultural and social accomplishments and challenges of the European Union, as well as to learn about the contributing factors that led to contemporary Europe. The interdisciplinary program provides a comprehensive introduction to the political, economic and social processes as well as the characteristics of the rich cultural heritage and cultural diversity in the European Union.
In addition to the history of European integration and the specifics of the work of the EU institutions, the summer school explores the European Union's role in world politics, focusing on political processes as well as current economic and social situations in the region. Students will also learn about the political, economic, social and cultural impacts of migration on Europe as well as the defining ideas related to sustainable development and the results achieved so far in the EU.
Beside the economic, political and social issues related to the European Union, the educational program focuses on the rich cultural heritage of Europe from historical perspectives to understand European cultural diversity today. Students will study the outstanding achievements of European art and the diversity of surviving folk traditions across Europe. As intercultural communication plays an important role in the culturally diverse European Union today, students will also gain insight into the most important issues of European intercultural communication during immersive and interactive classes.
Learning outcomes:
The summer school will
Teaching methods:
The program is comprised of the following courses:
Credits offered: 6 ECTS
Course requirements:
Language of instruction: English
Language requirements: Minimum English language requirements: Independent user (B2 according to Common European Framework of Reference of Languages)
Leader of the academic program: dr. Zsuzsa Koltai, assistant professor, University of Pécs, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences.
The classes will be taught by highly experienced academics. Students will receive official Transcripts of Records upon completion of the program. The program includes various interesting and enjoyable social programs and excursions.
Program fee:
1050 EUR
The program fee includes the following:
The program fee covers: cost of instruction, accommodation, lunch on teaching days, four dinners, city tour and social programs.
After the official confirmation of your application, we will send you the details of the online payment.
Refund policy:
As a general rule, if the Participant withdraws their intention to participate after the payment deadline, they are not entitled to reclaim the paid program fee.
If the Participant withdraws their intention to participate in writing due to an extraordinary circumstance beyond their control, and can prove this extraordinary circumstance, the paid program fee can be refunded to the Participant.
You will need the following documents for a valid application:
*The verification of enrollment document is an official document provided by your home university, stating that you are a currently enrolled student. Typically you can ask your international coordinator how you can obtain it.
English language requirements:
Accepted language test | Minimum result |
TOEFL (iBT internet - based) | 72 points |
IELTS (Overall Band Score) | 5.5 |
Duolingo English Test | 105 points |
Cambridge ESOL | B2 level |
TELC | B2 level |
ECL | B2 level |
Oxford Online Placement Test | 70 points |
You do not have to submit an official English test result if one of the following criteria applies to you:
You will get an official confirmation that we have received your application within one week after submitting it.