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Antwerp Summer University 2018

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Contact Antwerp Summer University Office Ms Sara Bervoets Mr Wannes Gijsels Ms Ana Laura Inclán Velázquez Stadscampus Gratiekapelstraat 10 BE – 2000 Antwerpen Tel. +32 3 265 43 82 www.uantwerp.be/asu summeruniversity@uantwerp.be

Table of Contents

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Welcome by rector Herman Van Goethem

Antwerp Summer University

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Your host, University of Antwerp

Antwerp, City of Diamonds

Overview Summer Schools

Practical information

Interdisciplinary Summer Schools Applied Economics Arts Design Sciences

Study & Explore

Law

Language of Instruction Application Procedure Scholarships Credits and Certificates Visa

Science

Getting to Antwerp

Medicine and Health Sciences

Getting around Cost of Living Accommodation

Facilities at the University

Welcome to the Antwerp Summer University

roadening your horizon by studying, travelling and meeting people – at Antwerp Summer University you have it all. Antwerp Summer University offers you short-term, high quality, academic programmes based on the excellence of the University of Antwerp and its regional and international partners. In a friendly and supportive learning environment, you can discover new academic disciplines or deepen your knowledge in your field.

Your host city is Antwerp, a vibrant metropolis in the centre of Europe, a delightful city with a rich heritage. The gothic Cathedral of Our Lady, the baroque Carolus Borromeus Church, the printing cabinet of Plantin-Moretus, Antwerp-Central Railway Station,… the list of places to visit is long. Just walking the streets or strolling along the quays of the river Scheldt and enjoying the scintillating atmosphere of summer in Antwerp will lift your heart.

Come and learn from experts, all outstanding in their field, and meet fellow students from all over the world. Join them for intensive study programmes and interesting and fun evening and weekend activities. We are looking forward to welcoming you at Antwerp Summer University – edition 2018. Prof. dr. Herman Van Goethem Rector University of Antwerp

Your Host, University of Antwerp

he University of Antwerp has about 21Â 100 students, which makes it the third largest university in Flanders. Up to 13% of our students are international, coming from all corners of the world: from the A of Argentina to the Z of Zambia. The University of Antwerp is characterised by its high standards in education, its internationally competitive research and its entrepreneurÂial approach.

faculties Applied Economics Applied Engineering Arts Design Sciences Law Medicine and Health Sciences Pharmaceutical, Biomedical and Veterinary Sciences Science Social Sciences

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21 100 students

international students

I really like the atmosphere of Antwerp. Everything is within walking distance, but still it feels like a very international city. Nina, Germany

Antwerp, City of Diamonds

ocated in the heart of Belgium and Europe, the city of Antwerp is well-known for its major international port and for being the world centre

for diamond trade. Antwerp has always played an important role in the political and cultural history of the Low Countries. It is a charming and green city with many excellent museums and a large cultural heritage with Pieter Paul Rubens

as its most famous ambassador. This, in combination with the more than 2000 bars and restaurants and along with some of the finest shopping districts in Europe, makes Antwerp the ideal city for students during the summer months!

Amsterdam 133 km

London 316 km

Berlin 634 km

Antwerp Belgium

Paris 301 km

Vienna 924 km

521 946 inhabitants 166 nationalities

Rome 1 207 km Barcelona 1 108 km

3150 city bikes for rent

38 parks

900 bars, 1600 restaurants

25 museums, 90 art galleries

Antwerp Summer University

ince 2010 Antwerp Summer University offers intensive, short term courses during the summer months within the areas of excellence of the University of Antwerp and its partners.

Next to several interdisciplinary summer schools, summer school topics range from Law over Design Sciences to Health Sciences. Target groups are different for each summer school and may consist of students, researchers and/or professionals.

ALGAR: Sums of squares in fields

Europe: Diversity and Migration june jan

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Although the programmes are intensive full-time courses, fun & interesting social programmes are organised for you during evenings and weekends. Discover all of our programmes and spend a wonderful summer in Antwerp!

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Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Literature

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25 26 27 28 29 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Books and Culture

Vaccinology

CityLAB VI: City Aesthetics and Citizenship Product | Service | System design in Health Care

Qualitative Research Methods in Health Care

Companies crossing Borders Urban Logistics

Fashion Management

English for Academic Purposes aug

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Digital Humanities: Processing and Analysing Images From Mine to Finger. A deep dive into the world of Diamonds

Experience Entrepreneurship. An Intensive Introduction

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Study & High academic Quality All summer schools consist of intensive full-time programmes in which a wide variety of teaching methods are used, ranging from lectures, workshops and debates to visits and seminars. Sessions are taught by international speakers and experts from both within and outside the academic world. For some programmes, participants are required to do some preparatory reading or take an examination/ make an assignment at the end of the course. An intensive learning experience with maximum impact is guaranteed thanks to the international composition of the classroom, the interactive set-up of the courses and the approachability of the lecturers.

Social Programme To keep the minds fresh and to maximise interaction, a wide variety of fun and interesting social activities will be organised during evenings and weekends so participants can make the most of their stay in Antwerp. Participants will not only have the opportunity to get to know their class-mates and professors in a more informal way, but will also be able to get in touch with students attending other summer schools at Antwerp Summer University. A visit

to the enormous port, a networking reception, a guided city walk, a quiz night, a football game and a daytrip to other Belgian cities such as Bruges and Brussels are only some examples of these activities. All activities of the social programme are offered free of charge, in some cases participants will be asked for a deposit which will be reimbursed upon participation to the activity. Combine study and pleasure and spend a happy summer in Antwerp!

Overview Summer Schools

The experience at the Antwerp Summer University was great! Although the programme was academically demanding, we had a wonderful time in class thanks to the presence of so many speakers and participants coming from different countries. We also participated in the social activities during evenings and weekends and had an amazing two weeks in Antwerp. CĂŠsar, Spain

Interdisciplinary Summer Schools

Europe: Diversity and Migration When

25 June - 6 July 2018

What

Europe’s demography in terms of ethno-cultural composition is rapidly diversifying in an unprecedented way. This topic has become a priority issue for policymakers at the national and EU-level. There is a great concern on how to deal adequately with superdiversity as it affects all realms of society. The second edition of the Summer School ‘Europe: Diversity and Migration’ addresses these issues from an interdisciplinary perspective and provides participants with insights, information and tools based on theoretical perspectives, empirical case studies and several field visits.

Where Who

External partners Credits Registration fee

Scholarships Application deadline More information

Stadscampus, University of Antwerp, Belgium Master students and final year Bachelor students who are interested in deepening their knowledge about Europe related diversity and migration issues. Students from all disciplines are encouraged to apply. Chair in European Values and Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence ACTORE 4-6 ECTS €400 Fee includes course material, coffee breaks, farewell dinner and social activities. Does not include lunch or accommodation. University of Antwerp students are entitled to a refund of €150. Limited number of reduced fees of €100 available for recognised refugees. 16 April 2018 www.uantwerp.be/europe-diversity-migration

CityLAB VI: City Aesthetics and Citizenship When

2 - 6 July 2018

What

This summer school approaches the correlation between city aesthetics and citizenship from an interdisciplinary perspective. How does the aesthetic imagination influence the shape of our cities, social interactions, and the (self)image of citizens? Literature, film, the visual and performing arts, computer games―they all shape the urban imagination. The summer school combines presentations by a range of distinguished external speakers and local staff from USI and ARIA with field trips and discussion seminars.

Where Who

Partners Credits Registration fee

Scholarships Application deadline More information

Stadscampus, University of Antwerp, Belgium Postgraduates, PhD students and professionals in urban studies, the arts or related fields (including artists, writers, architects, urban planners, and policy-makers). Urban Studies Institute and Antwerp Research Institute for the Arts 3 ECTS €300 for the entire week €80 per day Fee includes course material, coffee breaks, lunches, farewell dinner and social activities. Does not include accommodation. University of Antwerp students are entitled to a refund of €150. Limited number of reduced fees of €50 available for recognised refugees. 3 April 2018 www.uantwerp.be/citylab

I’m very impressed with the organisation of this summer school. The programme is well-structured, the interdisciplinary approach is enriching and the lectures are all clear and inspiring. Even the coffee breaks are well-organised.

Leonie, United Kingdom

Experience Entrepreneurship. An Intensive Introduction When

20 - 31 August 2018

What

During this hands-on summer school, students will be introduced in the theoretical framework of a business idea by focusing on different aspects of entrepreneurship. The topics range from ideation over intellectual property to market research and business modelling. Moreover, students will engage in a real-life based group work which will let them apply the knowledge and skills they gained effectively.

Where Who

External partner Credits Registration fee

Scholarships Application deadline More information

TAKEOFFANTWERP_, Antwerp, Belgium Master students or Bachelor students in their last year who are interested in discovering entrepreneurship. As the summer school is interdisciplinary by nature, students from all disciplines are encouraged to apply. TAKEOFFANTWERP_ and Verhaert 4-6 ECTS €750 Fee includes course material, coffee breaks, farewell dinner, site visits and social activities. Does not include lunch or accommodation. University of Antwerp students are entitled to a refund of €150. Limited number of reduced fees of €100 available for recognised refugees. 17 May 2018 www.uantwerp.be/experience-entrepreneurship

The practical sessions were based on real-life cases. The constant interaction between theoretical sessions and group activities really added value to the programme. Ahmed, Egypt

B-Q MINDED Summer School: an intensive, multidisciplinary course on Quantitative MRI When

27 August – 4 September 2018

What

This Summer School is part of an EU-funded (MSCA ETN) European Training Network consisting of 15 Early Stage Researchers that aims to prepare a new generation of scientists who will turn MRI from a qualitative to a quantitative imaging technique. Importantly, the Summer School is open to non-B-Q-MINDED students as well. In addition, the training encompasses principles of active career development by establishing a tailored personal career development plan, as well as a reflection on the impact of research and strategies to improve this.

Where Who

External partners

Credits Registration fee

Scholarships Application deadline More information

Stadscampus, University of Antwerp, Belgium While the programme is tailored to PhD students, also Master students and postdocs are welcome to participate and to strengthen their knowledge and skill level. A good command of English is required. B-Q MINDED is an international research project on quantitative magnetic resonance imaging. This project has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under the Marie Sklodowska-Curie grant agreement No 764513. More information on www.bqminded.eu 3 ECTS B-Q MINDED Early Stage Researchers: €200 Master Students, PhD students and postdocs: €400 Fee includes lectures, coffee breaks, sandwiches during lunch (on course days), farewell reception and several social activities. Does not include accommodation. University of Antwerp students are entitled to a refund of €150. Limited number of reduced fees of €50 available for recognised refugees. 30 May 2018 www.uantwerp.be/bq-minded-summer-school

From Mine to Finger. A deep dive into the world of Diamonds When

27 August - 7 September 2018

What

This course offers an intensive immersion into the world of diamonds, based on an introductory module covering all aspects of the Diamond Pipeline (week 1) and a specialised module (week 2) focusing on innovation and sustainability in the Industry in all its facets. The course includes fascinating site visits, lectures, workshops and keynotes by internationally renowned academics and professionals. Week 1: Stadscampus, University of Antwerp, Belgium Week 2: Diamond District, Antwerp, Belgium The summer school is designed for final year Bachelor students and Master students from different disciplines, as well as for young professionals and researchers, interested in deepening their knowledge about diamonds and its industry. Antwerp World Diamond Centre

Where Who

External partner Credits Registration fee

Scholarships

Application deadline More information

3 ECTS €600 Fee includes course material, coffee breaks, site visits, farewell dinner and social activities. Does not include lunch or accommodation. AWDC offers 15 half-price waivers (€300) for students. University of Antwerp students are entitled to a refund of €150. Limited number of reduced fees of €100 available for recognised refugees. 14 May 2018 www.uantwerp.be/mine-to-finger

Applied Economics

Antwerp Summer School on Urban Logistics When

20 - 24 August 2018 (+ optional assignment week 27 - 31 August 2018)

What

Academic circles as well as governments have only grown the focus on urban logistics in recent years. E-commerce and last-mile delivery surge enormously, but also the problems they bring to cities. Planning and managing the urban transport in urban areas under a dynamic context as today logistics is key for city sustainable development. This course provides the necessary background, knowledge and skills to do so, with in the first week an introductory module covering all aspects of urban logistics, and in the second week an optional assignment preparation week focusing on innovation and sustainability in the industry, in all its facets.

Where Who External partners Credits Registration fee

Scholarships Application deadline More information

Stadscampus, University of Antwerp, Belgium Undergraduate, postgraduate and professionals from all backgrounds and levels, with a strong interest in urban logistics. TransportNET, in particular University of Lisbon 3 ECTS Regular tariff: €950 Students: €450 Fee includes orientation and course material, coffee breaks, lunches, farewell dinner and a social activity linked to Flemish culture. Does not include accommodation. University of Antwerp students are entitled to a refund of €150. Limited number of reduced fees of €100 available for recognised refugees. 30 April 2018 www.uantwerp.be/urban-logistic

Fashion Management When

27 Augustus – 5 September 2018

What

This course offers a comprehensive overview of the many aspects of fashion management, with an emphasis on both entrepreneurial fashion designers and high fashion and luxury brands. The summer school covers topics from fashion marketing and PR, to finance, supply chain management, leadership and sustainablity in fashion. The summer school is a collaboration between three prestigious schools: University of Antwerp, Institut Français de la Mode and Antwerp Managament School. Week 1: Stadscampus, University of Antwerp, Belgium Week 2 : Institut Français de la Mode, Paris, France Professionals, (recently graduated) Master students as well as Bachelor students with proven fashion experience, highly motivated to work in the fashion industry. Antwerp Management School, Institut Français de la Mode (Paris), Flanders DC for Fashion, European Network on Cultural Management and Policy. 3 ECTS

Where Who

External partners

Credits Registration fee

Scholarships Application deadline More information

Students (Master or PhD): €1000 Full fee: €1750 Fee includes coffee breaks, course material, lunches, receptions & social activities. Does not include accommodation or transport between Antwerp and Paris. University of Antwerp students are entitled to a refund of €150. Limited number of reduced fees of €100 available for recognised refugees. 15 July 2018 www.uantwerp.be/fashion-management

Arts

Books and Culture: Religious Manuscripts, Hand Press Books and Prints (15th-19th centuries): Ephemera When

2 – 6 July 2018

What

In this summer school, expert speakers will explain the traditional techniques of manuscript, book and print production (printing, layout, illustration) from the fifteenth to the nineteenth centuries. The course will devote special attention to the production and function of ephemera in all its manifestations, particularly within the domain of religious texts.

Where Who

External partners Credits Registration fee

Scholarships Application deadline More information

Stadscampus, University of Antwerp, Belgium Master students, PhD students and postdocs intending to integrate book historical approaches into their research (history, literary history, art history, religious and church history...). Plantin-Moretus Museum and Hendrik Conscience Heritage Library 3 ECTS €500 Fee includes course material, coffee breaks, lunches, the summer school dinner and a farewell reception. It does not include accommodation. University of Antwerp students are entitled to a refund of €150. Limited number of reduced fees of €50 available for recognised refugees. 19 April 2018 www.uantwerp.be/books-culture-summer-school

Children’s Literature Summer School When

4 - 10 July 2018

What

The Children’s Literature Summer School offers plenary lectures, workshops and optional excursions related to books for children and adolescents. It focuses on five thematic strands: age studies, cognitive studies, cultural heritage and children’s media, urban studies and new research methods (such as digital humanities, participatory research and new perspectives in gender studies).

Where Who

Credits Registration fee

Scholarships Application deadline More information

Stadscampus, University of Antwerp, Belgium This summer school is mainly targeted at Master and PhD students, but also open to more senior researchers and professionals with an interest in children’s literature studies. Participants should have at least completed 3 full years of undergraduate education (BA level) by the time of the summer school. 3-6 ECTS €500 Early bird: €450 Fee includes course material, coffee breaks, 5 lunches, opening and farewell reception and a farewell dinner. Does not include accommodation, dinner and two optional weekend excursions. University of Antwerp students are entitled to a refund of €150. Limited number of reduced fees of €50 available for recognised refugees. Early bird: 1 February 2018 Regular: 15 April 2018 www.uantwerp.be/childlit-summer-school

English for Academic Purposes: Improving your University Papers and Presentations When

22 - 31 August 2018

What

Participants will improve two academic English skills. They will learn to write correct, transparent papers by focusing on paper structure, relevant grammar and academic vocabulary. In addition, they will explore typical presentation phrases and techniques that will make their presentations more effective and professional. Besides attending group lessons, participants will receive individual coaching on their own papers and presentations.

Where Who

Credits Registration fee

Scholarships Application deadline More information

Stadscampus, University of Antwerp, Belgium Undergraduate and postgraduate students who have completed at least two full years of higher education and have experience writing papers (in their mother tongue). Minimum level of English: B2. 3 ECTS €635 Fee includes course material, coffee breaks, social activities and farewell dinner. Does not include lunch or accommodation. University of Antwerp students are entitled to a refund of €150. Limited number of reduced fees of €100 available for recognised refugees. 30 April 2018 for those who need a visa (short-stay type) and 29 June 2018 for others. www.linguapolis.be/summer-school-academic-english

I really enjoyed this summer school. It was a fantastic experience where I learnt so much and was able to make friends with other students with similar interests from all over the world! Sanjay, India

Digital Humanities: Processing and Analysing Images When

3-7 September 2018

What

In Digital Humanities, image data are rapidly gaining prominence. This summer school offers an in-depth, hands-on curriculum to familiarise students with cutting-edge technologies (such as the IIIF protocol and Handwritten Text Recognition) that have recently become available to researchers interested in opening up image collections and understanding image content through artificial intelligence or the machine reading of historical manuscripts.

Where Who Credits Registration fee

Scholarships Application deadline More information

Stadscampus, University of Antwerp, Belgium Undergraduate (BA3), graduate (MA) and postgraduate (PhD, postdoc) students as well as professionals in the field of Humanities. 3 ECTS €200 Early bird: €150 Fee includes orientation and course material, lunch, coffee breaks, social activities and a farewell dinner. Does not include accommodation. University of Antwerp students are entitled to a refund of €150. Limited number of reduced fees of €50 available for recognised refugees. Early bird: 30 April 2018 Regular: 31 May 2018 www.uantwerp.be/en/summer-schools/digital-humanities

Design Sciences

Product | Service | System design in Health Care When

2-6 July 2018

What

We offer a 5-day practical, inspiring and engaging summer school in the context of Product | Service | System design in Health Care. You will be guided by designers, social innovators, academic researchers and many other experts. You will be thinking and doing on the following subjects: 1. Human Centered Design and caregiving 2. Energy Lab on personal wellbeing 3. Virtual reality in care-context 4. Digital storytelling in healthcare context 5. Media in Health Care

Where Who

External partners Credits Registration fee

Scholarships Application deadline More information

Stadscampus, University of Antwerp, Belgium Master students; Design and other professionals working in the field of health care; Service Design Network (SDN) Belgium members. Depending on the profile, 3rd year Bachelor students can be accepted as well. Service Design Network | SDN Belgium, !Drops 3 ECTS Students: €250 Professionals: €450 Fee includes orientation and course material, coffee breaks, one group dinner and social activities. Does not include lunch or accommodation. University of Antwerp students are entitled to a refund of €150. Limited number of reduced fees of €50 available for recognised refugees. 15 April 2018 www.uantwerpen.be/en/summer-schools/healthcare-design

Ethnographic collections, aspects of research, preservation and conservation When

22 - 30 August 2018

What

After an introduction in research on ethnographic artifacts, students get their own object to research. Cleaning, gluing and consolidation will be explained and discussed. Participants will also work for two days in groups in the collection storage of a museum, documenting artifacts as well as focusing on storage mount solutions. Experts will guide the students through the summer school, in cooperation with museums.

Where Who

External partners Credits Registration fee

Scholarships Application deadline More information

Campus Mutsaard, University of Antwerp, Belgium Master students in Conversation Studies; professionals, working in the field of conservation of ethnographic artifacts, with at least 2 years of experience; interested parties within the field, such as cultural anthropologists. Etnocoll, FARO, King Baudouin Foundation 3 ECTS Students: €380 Professionals: €480 Fee includes coffee breaks, transportation for excursions, one group dinner and social activities. Does not include lunch or accommodation. University of Antwerp students are entitled to a refund of €150. Limited number of reduced fees of €50 available for recognised refugees. 30 April 2018 www.uantwerp.be/ethnographic-collections

Law

Companies crossing Borders When

20 - 31 August 2018

What

This summer school focuses on key legal considerations for companies crossing borders. This will be done from various perspectives: mergers & acquisitions, (aggressive) tax (planning), labour, intellectual property, insolvency, international contracts, social dumping and human rights. The summer school includes a case relating to companies involved in a cross-border take-over situation, to be solved by the students in groups throughout the summer school. The students’ solutions are discussed interactively and extensively in tutorials from the aforementioned various perspectives.

Where Who

Credits Registration fee

Scholarships Application deadline More information

Stadscampus, University of Antwerp, Belgium Students with at least a degree of Bachelor in Laws or Economics or with similar competences (to be assessed on a case-by-case basis) are eligible for this summer school. 3 ECTS €600 Fee includes lectures, coffee breaks, social activities and a closing ceremony. Does not include accommodation or meals. University of Antwerp students are entitled to a refund of €150. Limited number of reduced fees of €100 available for recognised refugees. Non EU-nationals: 1 June 2018 EU-nationals: 10 July 2018 www.uantwerp.be/companies-crossing-borders

Science

ALGAR 2018: Sums of squares in fields When

2 - 6 July 2018

What

The second edition of the summer school ALGAR is dedicated to the study of sums of squares in fields. In four lecture series and a few special talks we introduce the audience to the necessary algebraic, arithmetic and geometric methods that yield to beautiful and deep results on the length of sums of squares in certain types of fields.

Where Who

Credits Registration fee

Scholarships

Application deadline More information

Stadscampus, University of Antwerp, Belgium The main target group consists of Master students and PhD students in fundamental mathematics. More advanced mathematicians are also welcome to participate. 3 ECTS € 150 Fee includes course material, coffee breaks, a reception and a conference dinner. Does not include accommodation and meals. Students without funding may apply for support. For details please contact the organising committee (algar@uantwerp.be). University of Antwerp students are entitled to a refund of €150. Limited number of reduced fees of €50 available for recognised refugees. 4 June 2018 www.uantwerp.be/algar

Medicine and Health Sciences

Summer School on Vaccinology When

2 -9 July 2018

What

The Centre for the Evaluation of Vaccination (CEV) of the University of Antwerp invites you to join in an unforgettable one week summer school to boost your knowledge and skills on vaccine preventable infectious diseases, vaccinations, vaccine related immunology and vaccine safety issues.

Where Who External partners Credits Registration fee

Scholarships

Application deadline More information

Stadscampus, University of Antwerp, Belgium Undergraduate and postgraduate students in (para-)medical sciences. ESPID, WHO-Euro, EMSA-Antwerp 3 ECTS Undergraduate students: €550 Postgraduate students: €1000 Fee includes course material, accommodation, coffee breaks, all meals on course days, social activities and a farewell dinner. Scholarships are available for undergraduate students from the WHOEuropean region. University of Antwerp students are entitled to a refund of €150. Limited number of reduced fees of €50 available for recognised refugees. 2 May 2018 www.uantwerp.be/summerschool-vaccinology

Qualitative Research Methods in Health Care When

27 - 31 August 2018

What

This basic 5-day course teaches the participants how to conduct a qualitative research starting from a research question, and how to pro gress to writing a scientific paper. Experienced qualitative researchers of international repute will lead the course and share their experience in a variety of research projects. Participants are encouraged to bring their own experiences of research, including their questions, doubts and failures.

Where Who

Credits Registration fee

Scholarships Application deadline More information

Stadscampus, University of Antwerp, Belgium Early career researchers, PhD students, Master students (max 5), professionals in a field related to health care. Experience in qualitative research is not required. 3 ECTS €1000 Early bird: €940 euro Master students: €640 (max 5 students) Fee includes course material, coffee breaks, warm lunch, social activities, farewell dinner and a one year NVIVO licence. Does not include accommodation. University of Antwerp students are entitled to a refund of €150. Limited number of reduced fees of €50 available for recognised refugees. Early bird: 1 May 2018 Others: 8 June 2018 www.uantwerp.be/qualitative-research-health-care

I really enjoyed the summer school due to the enthusiasm and experience of the lecturers! Carmen, Italy

Practical Information Language of Instruction English is the language of instruction of all programmes within Antwerp Summer University. As active participation is compulsory in all courses, English proficiency in reading, speaking and writing is required. Application Procedure in 5 Steps 1. Go via www.uantwerp.be/ASU to the programme you would like to apply for. 2. Open the online registration tool (Mobility Online). 3. Fill in personal details, upload some documents and complete extra questions. 4. Wait for approval of your application. 5. Pay the participation fee within 10 days after approval to secure your spot. Specific entry requirements, application deadlines and cancellation policies vary between summer schools. Please refer to the webpage of your preferred summer school to find out more.

Scholarships and reduced fees University of Antwerp students are entitled to a refund of €150 after submitting a certificate of attendance to the Antwerp Summer University Office. Some summer schools offer scholarships or reduced registration fees for specific target groups. Please refer to the website of the summer school of your preference to verify whether there is a scholarship you would be eligible for. For each summer school, a limited number of reduced registration fees (€50 or €100) is available for recognised refugees. Please visit www.uantwerp.be/ASU for more information. Credits and Certificates ECTS credits are awarded for successful completion of the programmes. The number of credits varies between summer schools. Recognition of credits in the home curriculum should be agreed upon with the home institution. It is the participant’s responsibility to do so. In this regard, a course information sheet can be provided for each summer school.

Students are expected to attend all classes, complete all exercises and sit for final examinations (if applicable). Students who attend all the classes will receive a certificate of attendance. Moreover, students who pass the evaluation will receive a certificate of successful completion. Visa If you are a national of a European Economic Area country or from Monaco or Switzerland you may travel to Belgium on the strength of a national passport or identity card. If you have any other nationality, you have to apply for a visa (type short stay) with the Belgian embassy or consulate in your current country of residence before leaving for Belgium. Upon acceptance to a summer school, you can request a visa invitation letter through Mobility Online, the online application platform. For some countries, approval by the Belgian authorities can take up to three months. Make sure you start the visa application procedure well in advance!

Getting Around The University of Antwerp has 9 campuses located in the city centre as well as in the the outskirts of Antwerp. All summer schools will take place at, or close to, the Stadscampus. Biking is the easiest and fastest way to get around, although a dense public transportation network also allows you to easily travel by bus or tram. Getting to Antwerp Antwerp is located in the centre of Belgium and is easily accessible by plane, train, car and bus. The international airport of Brussels (Zaventem) is the most frequently used gateway to Antwerp, but you might also want to consider the low-cost airport of Brussels South or the very nearby airport of Antwerp itself. Antwerp is also very easy to reach by train. Inter

national railway lines link Brussels and Antwerp to several other major European cities. Lastly, international buses also frequent the city centre of Antwerp, which might be the cheapest option to get here. Did you know that Antwerp’s Central train station was awarded as the most beautiful railway station in the world by New York’s Mashable in 2014?

Cost of Living Antwerp is an affordable alterna– tive to many others European cities. Registration fees, and what is included in these fees, vary between summer schools. In general, all course materials, coffee breaks and social programme activities are included in the registration fee. If accommodation is not included, students should count for €20 - €90 per night, depending on the type. Students receive a student card with which they are entitled to a discounted price at student restaurants. All participants are insured for third party liability and accidents during summer school activities. Additional insurances (e.g. health and travel), as well as travel costs are the participant’s own responsibility.

For a detailed simulation, please visit our website (www.uantwerp. be/asu > During your stay). Accommodation Looking for accommodation during your stay at the Antwerp Summer University? Antwerp has many different accommodation options to offer, ranging from student rooms over youth hostels to classic hotel rooms. All summer schools organised at Antwerp Summer University take place at the Stadscampus of the University of Antwerp. This campus is located in the so called “University area” close to the city center. Accepted students will be provided with a list of housing options in different price categories and at different locations. Prices range from €20 to €90 per night, depending on the type of accommodation. For some summer

schools, accommodation is included in the package. Facilities at the University Accepted students will be registered as regular students of the University of Antwerp and will hence receive a student account and a student card which gives them access to computer labs, libraries, Wi-Fi network and the discounted prices of the catering facilities of the University of Antwerp.

After comparing similar courses at other European Universities, I chose to attend Antwerp Summer University because of its promising programme in a lively city. The high-quality education, exquisite on-site services and international vibe of the city were even better than expected. The low cost of living was a nice surplus. I would definitely come back! Leye, Nigeria

Photography Dries Luyten: p2, p6, p9, p11, p22 Wannes Gijsels: p4 Annelie Vandendael: p21 (order by Kwintessens) Jonathan Ramael: p30 Eli Verheyen: p32 Jesse Willems: p34, p38 All information and prices in this brochure were correct at the time of printing. Antwerp Summer University reserves the right to change prices and to correct errors at any time. Please refer to our website (www.uantwerp.be/asu) for all updated information.