Summer School 2023

This summer, immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Hradec Králové in the heart of Europe. Meet people from different countries and embark on a journey of discovery through the Czech Republic. Improve your skills, make new connections and create memories that will last a lifetime!

Programme

You can choose from 4 different Summer Schools: 

  • Aspects of Representation Theory
  • Holonomy Groups in Pseudo-Riemannian Geometry
  • Geometric Approaches in Mechanics, Numerical Method Design Applications
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  • Acquire both theoretical and hands-on knowledge in Dendrology, Cell Cycle, Lichenology, Ecology, Microbiology, Human Biomonitoring, and Palynology
  • Explore the fascinating world of ants and bees in their natural habitat, and understand the strategies to enhance biodiversity in human-altered environments
  • Discover the impact of food-borne mycotoxins on human health
  • Transform into a budding researcher, capable of collecting biological samples in the field, conducting laboratory analysis, and evaluating data using simple yet effective statistical techniques
  • Unleash your inner photographer by capturing pollen from your favorite flower using state-of-the-art microscopy techniques
  • Develop both theoretical and practical understanding of the physics behind measured quantities
  • Acquire expertise in designing a fundamental sensor system through hands-on experience
  • Master the skills to develop hardware and software for IoT sensor systems
  • Design and create your own innovative smart solution
  • Familiarize yourself with the fundamentals of signal and data processing
  • Remember, if it flashes it's working properly, but if it smokes, something is amiss
  • Acquire both theoretical and practical knowledge in the basics of Toxicology, including the Toxicology of Inorganic and Organic Compounds, Natural Compounds, and Sampling and Separation Methods
  • Get hands-on experience by isolating, analyzing, and testing your first toxin
  • Master the art of curing poisonings
  • Emerge as a multitalented science enthusiast, as versatile as a gecko 

 

General information

  • Schedule: 4 days per week (Monday to Thursday)
  • Benefit from expert-led lectures and practical sessions in modern laboratories and facilities
  • Start with an opening ceremony and a city tour, and celebrate the end of the Summer School with a closing ceremony and farewell party
  • Each week, you'll learn the essentials of the Czech language, culture, and historical heritage
  • Join weekly guided tours to local attractions on Wednesdays
  • Earn 6 ECTS credits upon successful completion of the programme

See preliminary programme

When

  • 12. 7. – 12. 8. 2023

 Deadline for registration: 15. 5. 2023

Who can apply

  • Students of bachelor and masters programmes.

Costs and fees

  • Entrance fee CZK 2,500 (approx. 110 EUR)
  • Provided by FoS UHK: accomodation, lectures, Certificate of Attendance, guided city tour (4 entrance fees) and guides for trips, opening and closing ceremony, farewel party
  • Not included: transport, food, optional trips and entrance fees, costs for obtaining passport, visa or other travel documents, insurance etc.

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How to register in 2 steps

1. Fill in the Application form for summer school of your choose. Please note that you can apply for only one programme. After submitting your application, you will be redirected to the payment gateway.

Application form

2. Do the Registration  into our system called Stag

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Where

The Faculty of Science is situated in the heart of Hradec Králové, on the University Campus Na Soutoku

Address: Faculty of Science, University of Hradec Králové 

Hradecká 1285, Hradec Králové 500 03, Czech Republic

MAP    VIRTUAL TOUR 

Accommodation 

  • Provided for free at the student dormitories.
  • Rooms for 23 people with shared bathroom and equiped shared kitchen.
  • Laundry rooms with washing machines available.

More information

 Trips in Hradec Králové

  • During the summer school, we will organize various trips for you. You can also plan your own weekend trips from Friday to Sunday. For suggestions on interesting places to visit in Hradec Králové, please refer to the following website

Tips to trips    Information centre

 

 Answers to frequently asked questions can be found here.