CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
Summer Courses in Florence (June 2026)
The University of Tirana, in cooperation with the European University Institute (EUI) in Florence, announces that the call for applications for participation in the EUI's Centre for Media Pluralism and Media Freedom (CMPF), which offers scholarships for participation in the Summer Courses to be held in Florence, Italy, on June 15-19, 2026, on the topic: Journalists and Media Practitioners.
Participants will be selected directly by CMPF and only a limited number of applicants will be admitted. Selected candidates will receive a fee waiver in addition to Erasmus+ funding to support their participation in the course.
Who can apply
The call is open to advanced candidates in law and related fields at the University of Tirana, including:
- Doctoral students (PhD)
- Teachers and researchers
- Administrative staff
The program offers a valuable opportunity to attend specialized lectures, participate in academic discussions, and exchange experiences with international experts and professionals.
Selection of participants
Participants will be selected directly by the host institution (EUI).
The number of places is limited and only a select number of applicants will be accepted.
Selected candidates will benefit from:
- EUI course fee waiver
- Erasmus+ financial support for course participation
Financial support (Erasmus+)
For students
- €79 / day
- +100 € extra (for category fewer opportunities, if applicable)
- €275 travel support
- Vouchers for lunch and coffee breaks throughout the course period
For the staff
- €160 / day
- €275 travel support
- Vouchers for lunch and coffee breaks throughout the course period
Accommodation
EUI collaborates with the Convent of San Domenico Guesthouse, an accommodation facility near the campus, which offers rooms at a preferential price: €40/night
Priority for accommodation may be given to PhD students.
The entire application is done online:
https://rscas.eu/view-form/application-form-cmpf-summer-school-2026/
Application deadline: March 15, 2026
More information:
https://cmpf.eui.eu/course/2026-summer-school-for-journalists-and-media-practitioners/
The University of Tirana wishes you success in your application!