Summer Schools at Leuphana University

Enjoy a special summer experience - with an inspiring summer school at Leuphana University! Immerse yourself in the exciting world of academic summer programmes at Leuphana University. Our summer schools offer you a unique opportunity to take part in intensive and diverse courses led by renowned lecturers during the summer months. Whether you are a student, a professional or an inquisitive mind, our programmes are designed to stimulate your curiosity and broaden your skills.

Discover our wide range of interdisciplinary courses that not only provide you with in-depth subject knowledge, but also offer valuable networking opportunities with international participants. Use the summertime to learn something new, strengthen intercultural skills and prepare for future challenges in an inspiring and creative environment.

Summer School: Sustainable Chemistry and Climate Crisis

- Expiring in 2024 -

Topic: The Summer School for Sustainable Chemistry at Leuphana University focuses on the principles and applications of sustainable chemistry. The aim is to provide participants with an in-depth understanding of how chemical processes and products can be made more environmentally friendly and resource-efficient.

Target group: The summer school is aimed at postgraduates and young professionals who deal with the topic of sustainable chemistry as a cross-cutting issue or are interested in it professionally.

Time period: TBA

Location: Leuphana Campus, Lüneburg, Germany

Costs: TBA

Application deadline: TBA

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Summer School: Feature your Future

Topic: The Spring School 2025 is a three-day online event designed for advanced Master’s students and doctoral candidates from KU Leuven and Leuphana university (host). The event focuses on future research culture under the theme "Envisioning Research Culture in 2050." Through professional workshops and lectures, participants will develop scenarios for research culture by applying predictive methods such as strategic foresight and scenario development. The program encourages participants to explore and shape the future of research, improving both their understanding of potential developments and their career prospects in academia and beyond.

Target group: Advanced Master's students and doctoral candidates

Time period: 19 February 2025 (kick-off), 2.-4. April 2025 (main event)

Location: Zoom

Costs: -

Application deadline: 1 December 2024

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Summer School: How many Roads...?

Topic: The Leuphana Summer School "How many Roads...?" focusses on diverse life paths and decision-making processes, especially for female and non-binary academics in the qualification phase. It offers workshops and other exchange formats that support participants in reflecting on their own professional and personal goals, developing interdisciplinary skills and networking.

Target group: female and non-binary doctoral students and postdocs

Time period: TBA

Location: Leuphana Campus, Lüneburg, Germany

Costs: TBA

Registration deadline: TBA

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Summer School Day: AI and Knowledge Graphs for Scholarly Data

Topic: The Summer School on Artificial Intelligence and Knowledge Graphs for Scholarly Data at Leuphana University teaches participants how to use AI and knowledge graphs to manage and analyze academic data. It combines theory and practice, equipping attendees with skills to enhance the accessibility and usability of scholarly information.

Target group: early-stage researchers from all academic disciplines

Date: 5 September 2024

Location: Leuphana Campus, Lüneburg, Germany

Costs: -

Application deadline: expired