An interdisciplinary summer university (5ECTS) focusing on alternatives to the economic status quo: International participants deal with limits of growth, as well as the instabilities of our financial system and learn why a drastic system change is necessary to stabilize the world climate at 1.5°C. The program offers a holistic approach, with the participants learning about many possible alternatives and reform proposals: heterodox economics, ethical banking, degrowth, sovereign money and more!

AEMS is an academic summer program with a global following and held in English. Since 2014, the program counts almost 400 alumni of 76 nationalities.

This summer, it will take place already for the 10th time from July 17 to August 4, 2023! Applications are open!

 

Target group

The program is open to students and professionals from all fields who strive to create a more just and green future. Are you looking for a unique educational program with a holistic approach to the topic? Then look no further! Scholarships available.

The report from the last years can be found here.

More information on the program and application process can be found here.