
20TH DRC SUMMER SCHOOL ON REGIONAL COOPERATION
Navigating the Future of EU Enlargement
06 – 12 July 2025
Vienna, Austria
An intensive one-week programme for students and researchers
We are looking for young researchers with a scientific background and/or a strong interest in deepening their knowledge of developments in central, Eastern, and South-Eastern Europe. Participants will have the opportunity to present their research related to the Danube Region and European integration. Following the Summer School, their contributions will be published as articles inDer Donauraum (Danube Region), the scientific journal of the Institute for the Danube Region and Central Europe (IDM).
Join us for an unforgettable week in the beautiful city of Vienna! Engage in inspiring lectures, interactive workshops, and social activities while building lasting collaborations and friendships. Expand your international experience and network with like-minded peers. Be part of the DRC Summer School and gain valuable insights into the political, economic and social challenges shaping the Danube Region today!
Workshop topics:
- Shifting Geopolitical Realities
- Rethinking Enlargement
- Engaging citizens
- Growing sustainably
DETAILS OF THE SUMMER SCHOOL 2025
- Date: 06–12 July 2025
- Application deadline: 15 May 2025
- Target group: BA, MA, PhD level students and scientists
- Registration fee: none
- Accommodation: provided and covered by the organisers
- Board: provided and covered by the organisers
- Travel: covered by the organisers up to 200 €
- Language of instruction: English
- Course location: Vienna
- Organisers: Danube Rectors’ Conference (DRC), Institute for the Danube Region and Central Europe (IDM)
- Publication: possibility of publishing of contribution
Application Process
You can find the application form and more details about the required documents here.