The interdisciplinary summer university (5 ECTS) focuses 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. 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!

Flyer 2025
AEMS is an academic summer university program with a global following and held in English.
Since 2014, the program counts more than 490 alumni of 81 nationalities.
The program will take place again in Vienna from 14 July to 01 August 2025!
Applications are open! – More information and application form can be found here.
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?
There is also a limited number of scholarship spots available – application deadline for scholarships: 30 April 2025