Summer School
Changing Cities Lab + Forum
Join from 15 to 25 July 2024 for the first session of Changing Cities - an International Summer School for Urban Planning and Design in Lübeck that seeks to explore the various current dynamics and challenges affecting our cities today. This year‘s focus is on how our urban heritage, including the built environment but also cultural, socio-economic and local values, can adapt and evolve in the context of climate change.
Lübeck as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is an ideal location for this study. In an exploratory format - the Changing Cities Lab - Bachelor students from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to conduct research and on-site experiments to develop contextualized adapatation strategies that work with Lübeck’s tangible and intangible heritage.
The programme includes theoretical inputs from local experts and international lecturers, as well as workshops to equip the students with methods and tools for change. Working in small groups, the students will first focus on a selected aspect of change before joining their findings and collaboratively developing a strategy or project for one of the case study sites.
The program comprises of two parallel parts:
- CHANGING CITIES LAB: a 11 days summer school for Bachelor students of urban planning, architecture and related fields (15 to 25 July)
- CHANGING CITIES FORUM: a four-day research colloquium targeted at Master students, PhD and professors (22 to 25 July)
Both parts will culminate in a joint format where the students present their work, and it is discussed by experts in a wider context.
Admission Requirements
The Changing Cities Lab is open to Bachelor students of all disciplines relating to urban planning and design, urban studies and architecture. We welcome applications from individuals worldwide who work with the built environment, such as urban planners, architects, sociologists, and geographers.
To apply, please submit one PDF document to vivienne.mayer(at)th-luebeck.de comprising of a motivation letter (maximum of 1 page) and a concise CV (maximum of 1 page).References and work samples are not necessary. The extended application deadline is Friday, March 22. Information about the acceptance will be sent shortly after.
We are looking forward to your applications.
FAQ
- Participation fee
There are no tuition fees for the Summer School. However, students will be responsible for their own travel, accommodation and meals during their stay.
- Financial support
We offer full scholarships (travel, accommodation, program) to a limited amount of students. Please specify your need and eligibility in your application. You may also check for scholarships or grants from your own university or other organisations.
- Accommodation
Students are responsible for booking their accommodation. Nevertheless, as hosts, we have reserved sufficient shared rooms at a nice hostel located in the heart of the city to guarantee lodging. The cost for this option will be around 350€ for the entire eleven-night stay, depending on the particular room chosen.
- Visa
Please refer to the website of the German Ministry of Foreign Affairs to check if you need a visa. We will be happy to provide you with an invitation letter if necessary. If you are a citizen of a Schengen member country, a visa is not necessary.
- Study credits
Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a certificate of participation, including work hours, corresponding to 3 ECTS. In individual cases, this can be extended to 5 ECTS in consultation with your own university. We will be happy to assist you with the recognition process. To receive the certificate active participation in the complete summer school program, including preparatory readings prior to the course, is required.
- Language requirements
The entire program is conducted in English. A minimum English proficiency level of B2 is recommended to effectively participate in the program.
- Technical requirements
Please bring your own laptop with you, as we are unable to provide computers for your use.
Contact
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Vivienne Mayer
| Vivienne Mayer
M.Sc.
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| Telefon: | +49 451 300 5648 |
| E-Mail: | vivienne.mayer@th-luebeck.de |
| Raum: | 14-2.09 |
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