APPLICATION OPEN
Deadline for applications: December 6, 2024
The study visit is in Lent Term 2025 (21 Jan – 21 Mar) and lasts one week
Central European University’s Romani Studies Program and Christ’s College Cambridge invite applications from RGPP alumni for a one-week long study visit at Christ’s College Cambridge (http://www.christs.cam.ac.uk/) and the University of Cambridge.
The programme offers a unique opportunity for two promising alumni to familiarise themselves with the academic environment and student life at one of the world’s leading universities. The program should be especially attractive for those who might consider applying for postgraduate programmes in the UK, and to Cambridge in particular; who would broaden their academic network; and who would like to benefit from the academic resources and libraries of the University of Cambridge and Christ’s College.
The successful applicants will be accommodated in Christ’s College, will have the opportunity to attend lectures of their choice, meet students and faculty of the University and the College, as well as the College’s Admissions team to discuss what may constitute a successful application to Cambridge or other universities in the UK, and will have access to academic resources in Cambridge.
Travel and visa costs, accommodation, and meals will be covered by the programme. The successful applicants will also receive a modest ‘pocket money’.
Eligibility
RGPP graduates who
- are currently enrolled in an MA/MSc/LLM program or
- graduated from an MA/MSc/LLM program after May 2022
- are currently doctoral students/doctoral candidates.
Application documents
- 1-2-page motivation letter (explaining how this visit will contribute to your studies/research, including whose lectures/seminars you intend to audit, what academic resources you are planning to use while in Cambridge, etc.)
- CV
- If you are currently enrolled in a master’s program, please send us a transcript of grades to date. Graduates of master’s programs should send a full transcript.
Applications should be sent to romanistudies@ceu.edu by December 6, 2024
NB
Applicants are expected to design the academic content of their stay (with the help of Prof. Gábor Betegh, Fellow of Christ’s College).
Priority will be given to applicants who consider applying for master’s or doctoral studies at universities in the UK, and especially at the University of Cambridge and/or those intending to pursue an academic career.
After the study visit, successful candidates will share their experiences with the current RGPP cohort.
This study visit is funded by Christ’s College and the Romani Studies Program and organised by Professor Gábor Betegh, formerly of CEU, now at Cambridge.
With questions, contact:
- Prof. Gábor Betegh (gb230@cam.ac.uk (https://www.christs.cam.ac.uk/college/people/fellows/professor-gabor-betegh) and/or
- last year’s beneficiaries, Stelina Dungay (steladungaj@gmail.com) and Sergen Gül (sergengul2222@gmail.com), who would also be delighted to share their experience and answer your questions.
For an account of the experience of a former beneficiary please visit
https://www.christs.cam.ac.uk/news/roma-student-nadja-grekus-experience-...
We are looking forward to receiving your application!
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Study Visit Awardee Experiences:
Academic Year 2024
Awardee: Stelina Dungaj, RGPP 2022
Awardee: Sergen Gul, RGPP 2021
Academic Year 2023
Awardee: Sevdjulje Ramadani, Serbia, RGPP 2021, Sociology MA CEU, Advanced Certificate in Romani Studies 2023
Awardee: Ersan Kucukoglu, Turkey, RGPP 2021, MA Business School CEU, 2022
Attending the probability course in the Computer Science and Technology department was a highlight of my visit. The course not only provided me with access to relevant course materials but also allowed me to engage in a brief conversation with the teacher, further enhancing my understanding of the subject matter.
The Machine Learning Clinic session organized by the Cambridge Center for Data-Driven Discovery (C2D3) was another valuable experience. Interacting with experts and researchers in the field of data science and machine learning provided me with insights into ongoing projects and addressed my inquiries about education and summer school opportunities - Ersan K. , 2023 Awardee
One of the highlights of the visit was my encounter with Irit Katz, an Assistant Professor of Architecture and Urban Studies at Cambridge's Department of Architecture, and a Fellow of Christ's College. Dr. Katz's research focuses on the built environment within extreme conditions, with particular emphasis on spaces marked by displacement, conflict, spatial injustice, and environmental changes, predominantly in colonial contexts.
I had the privilege of discussing my academic interests and my master's thesis, which delves into a marginalized urban neighborhood primarily inhabited by the Roma population. As I was still in the process of writing my thesis, we also discussed the theoretical framework underpinning my work. - Sevdjulje R. , 2023 Awardee
Academic Year 2022
Awardee: Nada Greku, Serbia, RGPP 2020, International Relations MA CEU, 2022
The week I have spent in this beautiful environment has also helped me gain more clarity on the topic of my MA thesis and has encouraged me to apply for a PhD in Sociology at Cambridge in the upcoming application cycle. If I will be granted a chance to come back to Cambridge as a student, I would be keen on staying at Christ’s as I truly felt at home.
