The course is open to consultants, graduate students, PhD students, academics, and other practitioners, with a master’s degree in agriculture, economics, statistics, or equivalent degrees. Students with a bachelor degree who are preparing their master’s degree dissertation may also be exceptionally considered, depending on supervisor's recommendation. 

In order to maintain the highest standards, the enrollment is limited to a maximum of 40 students.

Applications will be accepted in order of submission until the course limit has been reached.

Should the limit be reached, the following submissions will be put in a waitlist. We reserve the right to select from the waitilist the applicants who will receive the most benefits from the course, based on their qualifications and experience.

The applications will be evaluated on the basis of curriculum vitae and motivations indicated in the letter of application. A presentation letter by an academic supervisor (teacher or researcher) endorsing the candidate will also be considered and can be sent by e-mail to the Director of the Summer School.