The Hague Summer School
The Hague University of Applied Sciences encourages everyone to invest in change. We want to train students in becoming world citizens to improve the world we live in. There is no better place to learn and practice world citizenship than in The Hague, the International City of Peace and Justice and the political, cultural heart of the Netherlands.
Participants speaking
Ali Rashid (Iraq)
"I came across THUAS when I was looking for a summer school in Europe on Human Security and Human Rights. I met wonderful mentors and classmates and each of them have taught me something I cherish until this day. I was exposed to various topics on Human Security, Human Rights, and International politics and this led to my decision to pursue a master’s in International Relations. I encourage everyone to come to THSS and learn about our world, how to become proactive in innovation and address the most critical human security issues, rights and development . Moreover, come and enjoy The Hague summer, the history, the culture, the beauty, and above all the Stroopwafel!"
Valentina Maljak (Croatia)
"One of the most important aspects when I applied for The Hague Summer School, was the multidisciplinary angle that it offered. Moreover, the price, dates and location played a significant role as well. Summer School made me aware of how the world is interconnected and how we can all make a difference if we work together. Fuirthermore, I have returned to The Hague to pursue a career in international law. I am currently working on articles about the South China Sea conflict together with a friend that I met at The Hague Summer School. I can honestly say that the academic path I have chosen is greatly influenced by my time at The Hague Summer School."
Rafael Moreira (Brazil)
"I have learned about THSS at the international school fair and the most important aspects of THSS was that it offers such study themes as sustainable cities and geopolitics. The most interesting thing that I have learned at THSS was during the lecture on how to make cities more sustainable while, at the same time, developing them. Moreover, THSS has a great body of professionals working to make sure that the modules you take and the time you spend in the country are moments of learning and joy. Finally, before, I only knew that the Netherlands was a beautiful and developed country, but while studying at THSS, I also learned about its art, history, architecture, culture, policies and the Dutch way of life."
Why choose The Hague Summer School
- You will gain an all-round ‘international classroom’ experience with fellow students, lecturers and professionals from different cultural backgrounds.
- You will prepare yourself for a future international career, enrich your personal growth and develop your talents through teamwork, debate and sharing knowledge.
- Because of the location! The Hague is the United Nations City of Peace, Justice and Security, packed with 131 international institutions, 80 justice organizations, 300 international businesses and numerous NGOs.
- The Hague Summer School includes many field trips to these important international organizations.
- You will make new friends for life from all over the world during your time in The Netherlands.
Dates
- 2 weeks - first edition -: 4 to 15 July 2022
- 2 weeks - second edition: 18 to 29 July 2022*
- 4 week summer school: 4 to 29 July 2022*
Entry requirements
- First year of a bachelor programme completed
- Good knowledge of English (B2 or higher)
- An application letter explaining your ambitions and motivation to participate in The Hague Summer School and the choice of your electives.
- A complete online application to be submitted before 31 May 2022
Set-up Summer School
The theme of the first edition of the Summer School (4-15th of July), is the Future of Business and Social Challenges. All students will follow a general module together in the morning, and select an elective module of their choice for the afternoon. For students this first edition of the summer school is all about gaining intercultural competences, while working in multi-disciplinary teams and exploring a course of their choice.
The second edition of the summer school (18-29th of July) focuses on the theme ‘Peace and Justice’. The title reflects the status of the City of The Hague as the Legal Capital of the World. In that context the focus of the summer school is on the protection of human rights, democracy and the rule of law principle. In these two weeks all students follow the same set program which is organized in close collaboration with the Rotary organization in the Netherlands. The aim of the Rotary with this summer school programme is to discuss with young people the vital interest of peace and security in the world and, in close connection therewith, the need for reconciliation and cooperation.
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Contact us
Do you have any questions? Feel free to contact us via thehaguesummerschool@hhs.nl