Summer School - Mediation Theory and Skills, 3-7 July 2017, Hungary

About 

HOW TO APPLY

Please read the following directions carefully.

Below is the list of the documents you need to prepare or arrange for submission:

1. Completed online SUN Application Form
2. Full curriculum vitae or resume, including list of publications, if any
3. One Letter of Recommendation
4. Statement of Purpose

Optional attachments:

• A copy of an article in English published recently (if available)
• A copy of an English language proficiency certificate for non-native speakers of English ( (if available) 

1. Online Application Form

SUN's Online Application Form, delivered by Embark, enables the online submission of the application form itself as well as all other relevant documentation, including CV's and resumes, letter of recommendation, statements of purpose and application essays (such as research proposal, case study, paper proposal, writing samples, academic records, etc.), eliminating all paper mailing to the SUN Office.

In addition, applicants will be able to use this system to track their progress and learn the outcome of their admissions evaluation online. Admissions decisions will be available to applicants as soon as they are entered into the system.

Please note that you can only submit one application in the online system. In exceptional cases when an applicant is interested in participating in two courses, which is only possible if the two courses are run consecutively, s/he should contact the SUN Office at summeru@ceu.edu to receive instructions how to submit a second application. Financial aid is only available for attending one course.

The application form is password-protected. 

1. a) In case you have started an application for our program in previous years, you can use your old login and password and can log in as a "Returning Embark User" (right-hand side of the page). In case you cannot remember your old password, click on the "Forget your password?" link.
2. b) In case you have not started an application before, please register first in the "New User?" section (left-hand side of the page). For registration please click on "Create an Account" and provide the requested information. Embark will send you your password by email and then you can log in and start your application, this time already as a returning user.

Further user's instructions for the online application are included in the form itself.

2. Full curriculum vitae or resume, including a list of publications, if any

Please upload your Curriculum Vitae or resume, including a list of publications, if any. 

3. One Letter of Recommendation

Applicants must have one letter of recommendation submitted. Please arrange for a letter of recommendation to be written by a referee (faculty member, job supervisor, etc.) who can attest to your abilities, qualifications and academic/professional performance. Please advise the referee about the title and content of the course you are applying to. The letter must be completed in English and submitted by the referee online via the online application facility.

4. Statement of Purpose

In the Statement of Purpose please describe how the course is relevant to your teaching, research or professional work, and in what way you expect to benefit from it. Please list relevant courses in the field you have taken previously during your studies. You are advised to consult the detailed course description on the course web page so that the statement of purpose is in accordance with the main objectives of the course.

Optional attachments:

• A copy of an article in English published recently (if available)

If you have published an article in English, please upload it in the online system.

• A copy of an English language proficiency certificate for non-native speakers of English ( (if available)

As proof of your English language proficiency, if you have passed a language exam, please upload a scanned copy of your English language exam result in the online application system.

All application materials must be submitted electronically with the online application form. CEU does not accept application documents by e-mail or fax. Candidates who may experience difficulties with the online submission of their documents should contact the SUN Office.

CEU does not return application documents, or copies thereof under any circumstances. Applications submitted after the deadline will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Inquiries

If you need help or more information during the application process, please feel free to contact the SUN staff:

E-mail for inquiry and correspondence: summeru@ceu.edu
Tel: (36-1) 327-3811
Fax: (36-1) 327-3124

Notification

The SUN Office will notify applicants about the selection results around the end of April. Please check the 'Important course dates' section on the relevant course web sites for earlier or later planned notification deadlines. The final decision is not open to appeal.

Financial Information

Program Costs

• Tuition Fee: 400 EUR (Early Bird fee: 360 EUR)
• Accommodation in CEU Residence Center:
  • In single room: 28 EUR/ night / person - including breakfast
  • In shared double room: 17 EUR/ night / person - including breakfast
• Estimated living costs: 150 - 200 EUR

This summer course is financed through tuition fees and will not be able to offer any scholarships or tuition waivers. The final deadline by which the course will be confirmed is April 30, 2017.

Participation will provide access to the following:

• a minimum of 24 tuition hours per week
• a certificate of attendance
• access to course E-learning page (with readings, assignments, etc.)
• access to CEU facilities (Library, IT services, sports center at the CEU Residence Center including the use of the indoor swimming pool, tennis courts)
• some social and cultural events depending on the course schedule (e.g. welcome and farewell reception / outings /fieldtrips / film screenings, etc.)

1. Fee-Paying Package

Financial aid: N/A
Participant's own contribution: tuition, travel, accommodation, health insurance and living expenses

Payment deadlines

• March 30 (Early Bird fee)
• April 25 (Full tuition fee)

Cancellation Policy 

In the event of cancellation, CEU will refund the tuition fee as follows:

• Before April 30 - CEU will fully refund the tuition fee.
• Between May 1st and 30 days prior to the course starting - 60% of the tuition fee will be refunded. 
• Within 30 days of the course starting - no refund for tuition fees will be given.

Eligibility

Target group

The program encourages applications from junior and middle career faculty as well as graduate students and professionals in law, social science, public administration, psychology, social work, public policy, political science, government and labor relations. The course attracts students from around the world, allowing participants to explore conflict resolution from diverse perspectives and contexts.

While this is an introductory course for mediation theory and skills, it is offered not only for students wanting such an introduction, but also for mediation teachers and professionals who want to examine theories of mediation and tools to implement mediation training.

Pre-requisites

Undergraduates without a university degree will not be considered.

Language requirement

The language of instruction is English, thus all applicants have to demonstrate a strong command of spoken and written English to be able to participate actively in discussions at seminars and workshops. Some of the shortlisted applicants may be contacted for a telephone interview.

Important dates and deadlines 

This opportunity has expired. It was originally published here:

https://summeruniversity.ceu.edu/2017-mediation