Applications are currently being accepted for the European Union StEPPFoS Summer School 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About European Union StEPPFoS Summer School
The StEPPFoS Summer School is a five-day intensive programme held in Entebbe, Uganda, from the 25 to 29 of May 2026. The school aims to equip participants with advanced economic modelling skills to describe, investigate and interpret the future challenges for Africa’s agricultural sector and food security, with particular focus on climate change.
Benefits of European Union StEPPFoS Summer School
Participants will:
- Acquire advanced skills in economic modelling for agriculture and food security
- Gain hands-on experience with CGE and farm-level models
- Receive mentorship from leading researchers and policy experts
- Enhance their research portfolio with internationally recognized training
- Network with peers and experts across Africa and Europe
European Union StEPPFoS Summer School Requirements
The summer school is targeted for PhD students and early-career researchers from Africa.
Applications will be evaluated based on the following criteria. These are preferential, not exclusive — candidates who do not fully meet all criteria are still encouraged to apply, as motivation and research interests will be considered.
- Background knowledge of Computable General Equilibrium (CGE) modelling
- Knowledge of quantitative methods and/or basic programming languages for modelling (GAMS/GEMPACK)
- Strength of motivation letter and relevance of research profileIf you are applying for the CGE track, please consider enrolling in the freely available DEMETRA course in advance and include the course certificate in your application.
Application Date and Process
To apply, please submit the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (max. 2 pages)
- Motivation letter (max. 1 page) — including your research background, reason for interest in the Summer School, and any preference for parallel session track
- Copies of any CGE course certificates and/or JRC online course certificates (if available)
- Indication of whether you are applying for financial support (yes/no)
Please send your complete application to: [email protected]
Application Deadline
12 April, 2026
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