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Summer & Winter Schools of EUTOPIA Partners - 2026

Each year, the partner universities of EUTOPIA offer a wide range of Summer and Winter Schools, often open to international students.

This page lists all Summer and Winter Schools from EUTOPIA open to our wide community of European students.

Summer Schools

Babes-Bolyai University

 
Vrije Universiteit Brussel



VUB & NOVA Summer School on EU Policy Making: discount for EUTOPIA students


The VUB’s Brussels School of Governance and NOVA University of Lisbon join forces from 29 June to 10 July 2026 for the next edition of the Jean Monnet Summer School on EU Policy Making. This intensive two-week on-campus programme takes place one week in Brussels and one in Lisbon.

The 2026 edition focuses on the external dimensions of EU policy making, with discussions on trade, development, technology and sustainability. Through interactive seminars and study visits, students explore how the EU operates as a global actor while deepening their understanding of EU institutions, EU law and the decision-making process.

Jointly organised by two EUTOPIA member universities, the Summer School awards 6 ECTS. 

❗️ Students from all EUTOPIA member universities and EUTOPIA global partner universities receive an exclusive 20% discount on the tuition fee. Find out more!
Ca' Foscari University of Venice

CY Cergy Paris University



LEARNING OUTCOMES

The Paris Summer School of Social Work is an intensive program focused on French social work intervention, delivered in English.

It aims to foster intellectual curiosity and prepare participants to work within a very multicultural and international society.

Through a targeted effort to increase awareness, Paris Summer School participants will be able to: 

  • Appreciate and respect the cultural differences of individuals and groups
  • Develop ethics, knowledge and critical thinking skills
  • Understand the history of social work and its contemporary issues
  • Evaluate social work practice intervention in France within families, groups and communities
  • Contribute to making the world a better place through innovative social impact projects.

PROGRAMME FORMAT

The programme is divided into multiple formats that include but are not limited to lectures, field visits, and professional placements. Lectures are online and in-person, delivered in English by experienced teachers and social workers and may include guest presenters. Field visits are delivered out of class, in English or translated from French into English. Professional field placements are carried out in a choice of fields and topics (depending on participant’s level and placement options) in French, with an English speaker on hand. Individual or group study provides time to work on social impact projects Weekly debrief sessions go over field and placement experience and any issue that may need to be addressed.

Some reading and research will be expected before and during the programme.


SCHEDULE 

The programme is an intensive immersion in French Social Work and way of life.

A typical day will start around 9 am and can end anytime between 5 pm or later, depending on social activities or placements, with the exception of one free afternoon a week.

There is one lecture and visit per day. Morning lectures:  between 9:00 am and 12:00 pm. They are carried out in English. Afternoons are dedicated to meeting active professionals in their own environment. Placements: There are 2  days of professional placements during the program. 1/2 day of community outreach Personal work: in addition, each student should expect to undertake at least 1 hour of independent study per day.

Evenings are (usually) free for you to enjoy the great Parisian life.

Learn more and apply here
Dresden University of Technology

 

University of Gothenburg 

University of Ljubljana

NOVA University Lisbon


VUB & NOVA Summer School on EU Policy Making: discount for EUTOPIA students


The VUB’s Brussels School of Governance and NOVA University of Lisbon join forces from 29 June to 10 July 2026 for the next edition of the Jean Monnet Summer School on EU Policy Making. This intensive two-week on-campus programme takes place one week in Brussels and one in Lisbon.

The 2026 edition focuses on the external dimensions of EU policy making, with discussions on trade, development, technology and sustainability. Through interactive seminars and study visits, students explore how the EU operates as a global actor while deepening their understanding of EU institutions, EU law and the decision-making process.

Jointly organised by two EUTOPIA member universities, the Summer School awards 6 ECTS. 

❗️ Students from all EUTOPIA member universities and EUTOPIA global partner universities receive an exclusive 20% discount on the tuition fee. Find out more!
 
Pompeu Fabra University - Barcelona

The University of Warwick

Winter Schools

Vrije Universiteit Brussel



Winter School on EU Policy Making

From Monday 12 to Friday 23 January 2026, the VUB Brussels School of Governance organises the sixth edition of its online Jean Monnet Winter School on EU Policy Making. This highly interactive Winter School (6 ECTS) provides participants a ‘crash course’ in European Union Policy Making. Its focus area is the EU's tech policies, touching on policy discussions related to freedom of expression, data governance, artificial intelligence, disinformation resilience, platform responsibility, and digital development. This Winter School is a challenging and truly interactive online study experience (workshops, simulation game, etc.), with special attention to the social side.


The application deadline is 15 November.

A special feature of the Winter School will be the simulation exercise, during which participants team up with students from the EUTOPIA universities to simulate the EU ordinary legislative procedure for two days. 

Check out last year’s account of this Winter School!

The Winter School offers a special discount for current students of EUTOPIA universities as well as EUTOPIA global partner universities.

Interested in applying for the 2026 edition? Find out more

Ca' Foscari University of Venice



Winter School on Italian Langauge and Culture

Venice offers an ideal setting for a Winter School focused on both the Italian language and its rich cultural heritage. The city’s compact, walkable nature allows students to easily immerse themselves in Venetian life, interacting with the local community and experiencing the authentic atmosphere of this historic city.

The programme, which runs for two weeks from January 26 to February 6, 2026, consists of 30 hours of Italian language classes at the Ca’ Foscari School for International Education, held at Palazzina Briati in Venice. These classes, designed for absolute beginners (level A1), take place in the mornings. 

In addition to the language classes, the curriculum includes 5 hours of cultural activities during some afternoons. These activities will offer students the opportunity to explore Venice’s historically and artistically significant sites, participate in walking tours, and enjoy local experiences that bring Italy’s rich traditions and artistic legacy to life.

Applications open on October 6th and close on November 21st.

Please note that accommodation is not provided, but the School will suggest a range of possible housing arrangements for participants.

For more details, please visit Ca' Foscari website.

University of Ljubljana



Doctoral Winter School Online Programme

The Doctoral Winter School offers an engaging and internationally oriented online learning experience tailored for doctoral students, post-doctoral researchers, academics, and professionals from diverse fields around the world. Held from 9 to 13 February 2026, the programme provides four hours of live online instruction daily (14:00–18:00 CET), enabling participants to deepen their methodological and research skills from any location.

Each course carries 4 ECTS credits and includes synchronous lectures, access to course materials and software, as well as full administrative support. Upon completion, all participants receive an official Certificate of Attendance, while those who fulfill all course requirements and pass the final assessment may request an official Transcript of Records for ECTS recognition. The selection of courses—ranging from applied time-series analysis and data science to causal inference, scientific writing, and navigating the doctoral research journey—is led by experienced instructors from European universities.

Applications are open until 28 January 2026 (23:59 CET). Prospective participants must complete the online application form, including personal information, a CV, and a motivation letter. After submission, applicants will be notified of their admission status within two weeks. Accepted candidates will receive payment instructions, and admission is confirmed only upon receipt of the 600 EUR course fee, payable in a single installment. Courses are subject to cancellation only in exceptional circumstances, in which case transfers or full refunds will be offered.

For more details, please visit the University of Ljubljana website.