This intensive short programme (Blended Intensive Programme – BIP) will focus on European multilingualism and cultural mediation, aiming to promote innovative approaches to language teaching and learning. The initiative is supported by the Erasmus+ KA131 programme and benefits from the expertise of lecturers from several Coimbra Group universities, including Graz, Coimbra, Vilnius, Poitiers, Salamanca, Leeds, Geneva, Jena, and Pavia.

Participants will engage in a dynamic academic programme combining translation and language practice in small tandem groups, covering a range of European languages such as French, German, Italian, Russian and Spanish. In addition, the Summer School will highlight the importance of linguistic diversity through dedicated workshops on Less Widely Used and Lesser Taught Languages (LWULT), as well as a critical language workshop. Beyond the academic component, the Summer School offers a rich cultural programme.

Location: Department of Humanities, University of Pavia

Date: 22 - 26 June, 2026

Tuition Fees: No fees.

Application Deadline: 15 May, 2026

Participants will be awarded 3 ECTS credits.

What are the student’s levels?

• Students enrolled in Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD programmes, with a minimum B1 level in English, as well as in one of the proposed European languages (according to the languages offered by the University of Pavia).

Which are the fields of studies?

• Languages, Cultural studies, Humanities

Accommodation:

• To be arranged by the participants themselves.
• Participants are encouraged to book early, as late June can be a busy period in Pavia. University-style accommodation may also be checked directly with colleges or EDiSU residences, subject to availability.

For more information about the programme, visit the website HERE.