In the framework of the EU-funded project “EU4Dialogue: Improving exchanges across the divide through education and culture” (Component 3), Tampere Peace Research Institute (TAPRI), a research unit within the Faculty of Social Sciences at Tampere University, invites applications to the summer school “History vs. Histories: The Interactive Approach to Understanding a Shared Past.”
This educational initiative aims to foster exchange, joint learning, and networking among future and early career historians from South Caucasus and Moldova including the conflict affected regions.
The one-week summer school will be organized on 12–18 August 2023 in picturesque natural surroundings by the Pyhäjärvi lake within a walking distance from the center of Tampere, the third largest city in Finland, known for its diverse historical experiences.
Upon completion of the summer school, participants:
- will know new theories and concepts in history research,
- will be able to apply advanced methods of non-conflictual representation of shared history,
- will be ready to engage in dialogue and cooperate with colleagues across divides,
- will be familiarized with historical experiences of populations in Finland and wider region, and the ways local historians have studied and represented them.
Acceptance requirements
- be an advanced master’s degree student or PhD student (1st or 2nd year) in history-related disciplines from South Caucasus and Moldova including the conflict affected regions,
- be able to study and communicate in English,
- show willingness for open dialogue and cooperation with colleagues across the divides,
- demonstrate strong motivation to engage in novel methods and theories in history research and education,
- plan to work in the future in the broad professional field of history (for example academia, memory institutions, formal and non-formal education, policymaking in the field of education, etc.),
- demonstrate keen interest in applying the methods and theories in their future professional engagements.
How to apply
If you are interested in participating in the EU4Dialogue Summer School “History vs. Histories: The Interactive Approach to Understanding a Shared Past”, please apply by sending your CV and the attached application form with your answers to Project Assistant This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
The subject line of the application email should contain the following information: Name, last name: EU4Dialogue Summer School. The application deadline is May 8, 2023.
The following information should be provided through the application form:
- Curriculum Vitae,
- Your current educational stage,
- Research interests,
- Plans following the graduation,
- Motivation for participation in the summer school,
- How the intended learning outcomes will help in your career,
- General expectations from the summer school.
The application Form can be found right down below.
All costs for participants, including travel-related costs, accommodation, meals, and excursions are fully covered by the EU-funded project.
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