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ITU UNU MERIT Summer School 2025 (FUNDED) in the Netherlands

ITU UNU MERIT Summer School 2025 (FUNDED) in the Netherlands

The ITU UNU MERIT Summer School 2025 in the Netherlands is now accepting applications. Participants from all around the world are welcome to join this fully funded summer school for free for five days. The program will be held in Maastricht, Netherlands, from June 23 to June 27, 2025. Applicants from all around the world are welcome to apply, and there is no application fee. 

Overview of ITU UNU MERIT Summer School 2025

The Summer School’s theme is “Digital and Green Transitions.” This summer school’s goal is to familiarize participants with e-waste management, digital farming, and developing digital technologies. Through interactive activities and lectures, participants will learn about this. There will be about thirty participants. The Summer School Requirements, Financial Benefits, Eligibility Criteria, and Application Process are explained in further detail below.

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Information Regarding the Netherlands’ 2025 ITU UNU MERIT Summer School

  • Netherlands is the host nation.
  • Location: Summer School in Maastricht Dates: June 23–June 27, 2025
  • Time frame: 5 days
  • Benefits: Funded in part
  • Deadline: March 15, 2025

Organizers of Events

The United Nations University-Maastricht Economic and Social Research Institute on Innovation and Technology (UNU-MERIT) is hosting this summer school, which is supported by the European Union’s Global Gateway program.

Economic Gains

The Program Addresses:

  • Training Accommodations Are Free
  • Meals Are Provided
  • ITU and UNU-MERIT certificates for all activities
  • Note: Travel and visa expenses must be covered by participants.

Subjects

  • Emerging Digital Technologies: Participants will learn about cutting-edge digital technologies including blockchain, the Internet of Things, and artificial intelligence.
  • Digital farming: This will examine how agricultural techniques like remote sensing and precision agriculture can be enhanced by digital technologies.
  • Management of e-waste: This will go over the difficulties associated with managing e-waste in an ethical manner.

Qualifications

  • Nationality: Candidates may apply from any country in the world.
  • Education: Candidates must have earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc or BA) in the social sciences (public policy, economics) or a closely allied discipline (political science, engineering, etc.).
  • Language Proficiency: English proficiency is required.
  • Professionals: People who are actively engaged in sustainability or digital transformation projects.
  • Government Officials: We actively encourage policymakers in underdeveloped nations to apply.
  • Other Professionals: Workers engaged in technology and digital development from public, private, and non-governmental organizations are qualified.
  • All Summer School activities must be actively participated in by participants.

How can ITU UNU MERIT Summer School 2025 applications be submitted?

Online applications are accepted. An application fee is not required. Complete the online form and register for a free account. Below is a link to the official webpage. 

Apply Here: https://academy.itu.int/training-courses/full-catalogue/summer-school-digital-and-green-transitions