ACU 2021 Summer School Programme

Applications are welcomed from students at ACU member universities to apply for the ACU Summer School programme. Students are invited to join for a two-week virtual event exploring the theme ‘Urban disasters: Vulnerability and resilience in a pandemic’.

The Association of Commonwealth Universities Summer School is a transformative opportunity which connects students across the Commonwealth.  Interested applicants are encouraged to apply before the deadline.

• Table of Content
• About Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
• ACU Summer School Programme
• Aim and Benefits of ACU Summer School Programme
• Requirements for ACU Summer School Programme Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)

The ACU is an international organisation dedicated to building a better world through higher education. We believe that international collaboration is central to this ambition. By bringing universities together from around the world – and crucially the people who study and work within them ? we help to advance knowledge, promote understanding, broaden minds, and improve lives. We champion higher education as a cornerstone of stronger societies, supporting our members, partners, and stakeholders. ... continue reading

ACU Summer School Programme

Aim and Benefits of ACU Summer School Programme

• Talks by leading international speakers
• Engaging and challenging group project work
• Networking opportunities
• Intercultural sessions
• Skills development
• The chance to learn about the history and culture of Mumbai.

Requirements for ACU Summer School Programme Qualification

To be eligible for the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) Summer School Programme, applicants must:

• Be a current postgraduate (Master’s/PhD) or final-year undergraduate students at ACU member university.
• Not have previously travelled outside their home region or already participated in an ACU Summer School.
• Be willing to abide by the rules and regulations governing the conduct of participants at the summer school.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

Interested applicants for the ACU Summer School Programme are to complete an online application form. As part of the form, students must attach an academic reference from a lecturer at their current university and answer the following questions in 150-250 words each.

• Explain how your academic studies and/or interests, achievements, work experience and volunteering experience fit with the theme of the summer school
• Briefly describe a challenge related to the COVID-19 pandemic experienced by a town/city in your country and how the community responded
• How could the subject that you are studying/researching contribute to addressing a challenge related to the COVID-19 pandemic, or future pandemics?
• Explain how you plan to share and communicate the knowledge gained during the summer school

For more details, visit ACU website.