WHO Summer School 2027 in France (Free Training Program)
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WHO Summer School 2027 in France (Free Training Program)

Last updated Oct 24, 2026

Deadline
2026-11-23
Country
France
Level
phd, fellowship, short-course
Organization
World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for Europe, Université Côte d’Azur, and Ulysseus European University
Field
public health, healthcare, policy-making, innovation, noncommunicable diseases, healthy ageing, systems thinking
Funding
partial

Overview

This is a 4-day summer school organized by the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for Europe, Université Côte d’Azur, and Ulysseus European University. It will take place in Nice, France, from 20 to 23 July 2027. The program is designed for PhD students and early- to mid-career professionals interested in public health, research, healthcare, policy-making, and innovation. It focuses on using systems thinking and innovation to address complex public health challenges, particularly in preventing noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) and promoting healthy ageing.

Coverage

Selected participants will receive free access to the program, which includes expert-led training, lunch, coffee breaks, and a welcome dinner. A certificate of participation will also be provided upon completion. Please note that this is not a fully funded program; participants are responsible for arranging and covering their own international airfare, accommodation, and other personal expenses in Nice, France.

Eligibility

The summer school is open to PhD students, postgraduate researchers, public health researchers and academics, healthcare practitioners and professionals, and policy-makers working in public health or related fields. Professionals involved in noncommunicable disease prevention and control, or individuals working on healthy ageing and public health innovation, are also encouraged to apply. There are no explicit nationality restrictions.

Requirements

Applicants should have an interest in applying systems thinking and systems-based approaches to advance evidence-based policies, strengthen multisectoral collaboration, and improve policy implementation through innovation. Relevant professional experience in public health or related fields is beneficial. Specific documents for the application are not clearly stated beyond completing an online form.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online through the official WHO announcement page. The deadline for applications is 23 November 2026. A selection panel will review applications, and successful applicants will be informed by 18 December 2026.

Notes

The program will be conducted in English. It is an in-person event held in Nice, France. Approximately 30 participants will be selected. The curriculum will cover topics such as systems-thinking concepts, identifying complex public health challenges, applying systems-thinking methods to research, using decision-making tools, developing innovative approaches to public health policy, and understanding innovation ecosystems.

Source & Verification

Host organization: World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for Europe, Université Côte d’Azur, and Ulysseus European University

Original source: OpportunitiesCorners

Official application page: https://www.who.int/europe/news-room/articles/item/call-for-applications--2027-summer-school---systems-thinking-and-innovation-for-the-prevention-of-noncommunicable-diseases-and-a-healthy-ageing-population-in-the-who-european-region

Verify the deadline, eligibility, and document list on the official website before applying.

How to Apply

  1. 1

    Read the full requirements

    Visit the official application page and read all eligibility criteria carefully before investing time in the application.

  2. 2

    Gather your documents

    Collect transcripts, certificates, and references. Official copies may require apostille — start this process early.

  3. 3

    Request recommendation letters

    Contact your referees at least 4–6 weeks before the deadline. Brief them on the scholarship and your goals.

  4. 4

    Write your motivation letter

    Be specific about your goals, why you chose this program, and your plan to contribute to Ethiopia after completing your studies.

  5. 5

    Proofread and submit early

    Submit at least 3–5 days before the deadline. Technical issues are common — never submit on the last day.

Deadline: 2026-11-23 — always verify on the official website before applying.

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