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2026 Summer School of the European Society of Criminology

APPLICATION PROCESS GUIDE

The European Society of Criminology is known for its global influence in sharing knowledge and promoting criminology as a science, fostering a strong academic community. The Society has introduced the European Summer School on Criminology to enhance the education of emerging scholars and lay a solid foundation for the next generation of European criminologists and their networks. Its primary goal is to strengthen the scientific community and prepare for future developments. The ESC Summer School serves as a forward-thinking initiative that connects experienced and emerging experts, paving the way for a larger community in the years ahead.

Target audience

Early-stage and advanced PhD students, as well as postdoctoral researchers beginning their careers in criminology (and related disciplines, such as law, political science, sociology, or anthropology, whose research focuses on crime, deviance, and social control).

Application

Application should include:

  1. A CV
  2. A motivation letter explaining the added value of the summer school to your academic career
  3. An abstract of your thesis or current research

Application deadline is 15 February 2026.

https://www.unil.ch/unil/en/home/menuinst/etudier/programmes-courts/summer-winter-schools/european-summer-school-of-criminology.html

https://courses.unil.ch/summerandwinterschools/cours/3849

For scientific inquiries please contact: summerschool-1@esc-eurocrim.org

For inquiries regarding registration please contact: summerschools@unil.ch