The Baltic University Programme, Klaipėda University and Riga Technical University (Liepāja Campus) invite Bachelor’s, Master’s and PhD students to a summer school focused on the Baltic Sea environment and the development of coastal areas.
Dates and location: 2-9 August 2026, Klaipėda (Lithuania) and Liepāja (Latvia).
Credits: 3 ECTS from Klaipėda University upon successful completion.
Programme:
- Exploring the Baltic Sea on land and in coastal zones.
- Exploring the unique coastal environment of the Curonian Spit, visiting the village of Šventoji and the East Coast Regional Park.
- Case studies in small groups led by PhD students: data collection, consultations with experts, analysis of key indicators and presentation of results.
- Lectures, seminars and interactive activities.
Who can participate:
- Bachelor’s and Master’s students
- PhD students – with the opportunity to lead groups and practise mentoring.
- No prior experience in the Baltic Sea region is required.
Cost: free of charge (travel to Klaipėda is paid for by the student).
Accommodation and meals: provided from 2 to 9 August.
Application deadline: 4 May 2026, 23:59 (CET)
Application form for Bachelor’s and Master’s students
Application form for PhD students
More information on the BUP event page at the link
