When: Monday 24 - Friday 28 August 2026
Where: Ghent University, Faculty of Economics and Business Administration,
Tweekerkenstraat 2, 9000 Ghent - see on map
Contact: macrosummerschool@ugent.be
Prerequisites:
Basic knowledge about Bayesian analysis and SVAR models.
Familiarity with MATLAB software.
Fees:
Students: €600 (Early bird*: €500)
Other Academics: €700 (Early bird*: €600)
Non-academics: €1200 (Early bird*: €1000)
*Early bird discount applies for enrolment and payment before April 1st 2026.
PhD students will be asked to provide proof of enrolment in a PhD programme.
PhD students enrolled at a Flemish University are exempt from any fee.
The fee covers tuition, a MATLAB license (valid for the duration of the summer school), one social dinner, and the coffee breaks included in the programme.
Registration: Registrations opening soon!
Early bird deadline: April 1st 2026. General deadline: June 1st 2026
Participants will receive a secure payment link after submitting the registration form.
To confirm your application, the tuition fee must be paid within 10 days of submission. If payment is not received within this period, your spot will be offered to another candidate. Spots are limited.
If you need an invoice, please contact us before making the payment. We are unable to issue invoices once payment has been completed.
Participation Certificate: Participants can receive an attendance certificate after completing the summerschool.
Summer School Policy:
Cancellation Policy
Please ensure that you are able to attend before paying the tuition fee. Tuition fees are non-refundable. Once payment is made, we cannot issue refunds for any reason, including changes in personal circumstances.
Visa Information
We do not facilitate the visa application process. Participants who require a visa must make their own arrangements independently.