This year's focus
Politics and Religion through the Lens of Moral Debates
This year, the summer school will examine how moral debates shape the interaction between politics and religion. We will explore how religious and political actors influence moral issues and how these discussions impact society.
UCSIA Summer School
This interdisciplinary programme brings together young scholars from around the world to critically examine the complex relationship between religion and politics, with a special focus on moral debates and their impact on power structures and societal transformations.
Research questions in this edition
The programme will explore how moral tensions shape political and religious dynamics.
- What are the historical, philosophical, and theological inspirations of these debates?
- How do they redefine social norms and public discourse?
- Wat zijn de historische, filosofische en theologische inspiratiebronnen van deze debatten?
Participants will engage with these questions through interdisciplinary discussions and peer exchange.
Why apply?
Participants will get the opportunity to:
- present and discuss their research in an international academic setting
- receive one-on-one mentoring from experienced scholars
- join a vibrant network of researchers from various disciplines
- participate in engaging seminars and workshops
For whom?
The summer school is open exclusively to PhD candidates and early-career researchers actively working on this topic.
Important dates
- application deadline: 30 April 2025
- notice of acceptance: 9 May 2025
- UCSIA Summer School: 24 - 29 August 2025
Submit your research paper by 30 April 2025, and be part of this enriching academic experience!
More on the UCSIA Summer School
During the annual summer school on religion, culture and society, young academics and doctoral students attend classes taught by international experts and present their own research.
The summer school is unique because it brings together young researchers from different fields and disciplines with a common interest in religion. In this way the programme breaks academic silos and leads to interesting cross-pollinations.
