Introduction
Open to young graduate and post-graduate scientists from both within and outside the network partners, the ALTER-Net Summer School provides an innovative atmosphere for thinking about and resolving the sustainability challenges that society is currently facing. Our Summer School aims at contributing to the durable integration and spread of excellence within and beyond the network, with a view to promoting interdisciplinary approaches.
ALTER-Net Summer Schools have been running since 2006 and offer students a unique opportunity to learn about current issues in biodiversity and ecosystem services.
What to expect
The programme typically includes talks in the morning, followed by group work in the afternoon. All talks provide ample time for discussions. As the speakers usually stay for some days in Peyresq, informal discussions often go on till late at night. An aperitif talk is normally scheduled in the late afternoon before dinner.
The afternoon working group sessions aim to enable students to work on real world examples connected to the theme of the school. The groups are small and are guided by tutors. Working groups summarise their results into a synthesis report aimed at policymakers.
A field trip illustrates land-use change in Provence, and takes in some stunning mountain locations.
There are plenty of opportunities to relax in the beautiful village of Peyresq and its surroundings.
Further information
- Monika Suškevičs of the Estonian University of Life Sciences was awarded an ALTER-Net Mobility Scheme grant (available to staff and post-graduate students of ALTER-Net member institutes) to attend the 2014 ALTER-Net Summer School.
- Read more about Peyresq and the practicalities of the Summer School experience.
Apply
Information about how to apply for the Summer School, who is eligible and how much it costs
Summer School students. Photo by Allan WattHow to apply
Before applying, please check the eligibility criteria below. Then complete the online application form (link below), which will be made available during the application period. At the end of the application period, the conveners will assess all the applications and will contact every applicant with their decision.
Application form (Deadline to Apply: April 21st, 2017)
Who is the Summer School for?
The ALTER-Net summer schools are open to young graduate and post-graduate scientists from the network partners and universities in Europe. Two participants from developing countries can participate as well. The summer school is limited to 32 participants, who are selected with the goal of achieving an optimal mix among regions, disciplines and gender.
Please note that adequate English skills are required and all participants are expected to present a poster on their own research.
What does it cost?
Participants must cover a part of the cost for the school through a registration fee of €800. This includes all local costs including lectures, meals, refreshments, the field trip and accommodation in double rooms with shared bathrooms.
A small number of support grants to waive part or all of the fee are available for students from developing countries and countries with economies in transition (details available on request: please contact Marie Vandewalle).
Travel costs must be covered by the participants or by their institution.
Contact the organizers
Marie Vandewalle
Science Policy Expert Group
Department of Conservation Biology
Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research - UFZ
Permoserstraße 1504318
Leipzig
Germany
Phone: +49 341 235-163
For more information click "Further official information" below.
This opportunity has expired. It was originally published here:
http://alter-net.info/summer-school