Summer School of the Standing Group on Interest Groups

Host

The Summer School is hosted at the Inter-University Centre (IUC) Dubrovnik, in collaboration with the Faculty of Political Science of the University of Zagreb, as a member of the IUC and local partner.

Set against the backdrop of the stunning, historically rich city of Dubrovnik, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its breathtaking architecture and vibrant academic community, the event offers an unmissable opportunity to learn, network, and be inspired in one of Europe's most captivating destinations.

Who can apply

The Summer School is open to PhD students, research Master’s students, and advanced Master’s students from political science, public administration, public affairs, communication, international relations, or related areas.

To apply, you must submit the following as a single PDF file, no later than 8 April 2024:

• Motivation letter (up to 500 words)
• Research paper abstract (up to 500 words)

You will be informed about the outcome of your application by email by mid April 2024.

Partial or incomplete applications will not be processed.

Expectations of the participants

Participants are expected to present their research in the form of a research paper (6,000 to 8,000 words research paper or book chapter) and to discuss another participant’s paper.

We will also accept project proposals or research plans. Students should upload their papers by 17 June 2024.

The Summer School will be delivered in English; you will therefore be expected to have a good command of written and spoken English.

Registration fee

A registration fee of €250 applies and includes city tour and welcome reception. A link to register for the Summer School will be sent to successful applicants directly.

Please note that your registration is not confirmed until your application has been accepted and your payment is received in full.

Funding

To encourage students from diverse backgrounds and universities to attend, successful participants can apply for a reduced registration fee.

To apply, please submit within your application to the Summer School a statement outlining why you feel you require the reduced fee, along with evidence that you are not in receipt of any other funding for the event.

Participants should explore all available funding options provided by their university, including scholarships, grants, and bursaries, before applying for the reduced registration fee.

Organising Committee

Local Organiser

• Igor Vidačak University of Zagreb

Steering Committee

• Anne Rasmussen University of Copenhagen
• Joost Berkhout University of Amsterdam
• Meta Novak University of Ljubljana

Instructors

• Joost Berkhout University of Amsterdam
• Andrea Boccuni BASF / The Good Lobby
• Nicole Bolleyer Ludwig-Maximilians University
• Iskander de Bruycker University of Maastricht
• Adam Chalmers University of Edinburgh
• Darren Halpin the Australian National University
• Marcel Hanegraff University of Amsterdam
• Rafael Labanino University of Konstanz
• Amy McKay University of Exeter
• Anne Rassmussen King's College London/University of Copenhagen
• Patrycja Rozbicka Aston University

Accommodation

The organisers have booked twenty rooms for participants of the Summer School at the Student Centre/Dormitory (Marka Marojice 2b, 20000 Dubrovnik) at the following prices:

• Single room (breakfast included) – €85
• Double room (breakfast included) – €100

If you are interested in booking one of these options, please indicate this in your application. The accommodation will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.