Deadline: The closing date for applications is 31 May 2017 till 23:59 (local time)
Working language: English
Date: 23-30 July 2017
Description
Baku International Centre of Multiculturalism launches the next International Summer School – 2017 “Azerbaijan – the Center of Religious Harmony” for students and researchers who are interested in enhancing and deepening their knowledge on Azerbaijani multiculturalism. The Summer School program provides a great opportunity to explore new topics regarding Azerbaijani multiculturalism and benefit from Azerbaijani experience to make a progress in the study of multiculturalism in general.
What are the goals of the Summer School?
The Summer School aims to bring together students who have passed the course “Azerbaijani Multiculturalism” at their respective universities. Along with the interactive lectures on different aspects of Azerbaijani multiculturalism, the participants will be given an opportunity to experience the realities of Azerbaijan while having chance to travel to regions, where they can explore customs and traditions of different ethnic and religious groups. In general, we can identify the following main goals of the course:
The course “Azerbaijani Multiculturalism” has already been delivered at the following universities around the world:
How will you benefit from the Summer School?
While getting knowledge about Azerbaijani multiculturalism, students will also obtain practical experience which can help them to understand better some key points in the study of Azerbaijani multiculturalism. Summer school also provides students with the unique opportunity to collect useful materials regarding Azerbaijani history, culture and ethnography. In addition, participants will be offered such activities as sports, sightseeing and leisure.
Students are expected to share their experience gained during the Summer School with the students of their universities and other universities in their countries and abroad.
Participants who will successfully complete the program receive certificates at the end of the Summer School.
Who can apply?
Undergraduate, graduate and PhD students aged 18-35, academically motivated, fluent in English, who are willing to broaden their knowledge and are eager to learn the model of Azerbaijani multiculturalism.
IMPORTANT: All students are eligible to participate in the Summer School but the preference will be given to those who have attended the “Azerbaijani Multiculturalism” course.
Requirements
The main criterion for selection is the applicant’s success in writing an essay (not less than 400 words)
We offer the following topics for applicants’ own choice:
The deadline for submission is May 31, 2017.
Fees
All expenses (except visa and insurance) — travel, accommodation and meals will be covered by Baku International Centre of Multiculturalism.
Apply now!
If you are ready to explore a new world, click this link and fill in the application form.
*Filled application forms and essays must be sent to [email protected] and email subject line must be formatted as follows: SS2017
Kindly note that your application will only be considered if:
Your application documents are in PDF format.
Your passport copy is attached.
Dear Applicant!
Because of the large number of applications we usually receive, we will only contact those candidates who have been selected for the Skype interview. If you do not hear from us on or before 10th of June 2017 you should assume that your application has been rejected.