Step into the vibrant world of European Union studies and translation sciences with “Translating for Ukrainian European Futures” in Chemnitz, Germany from 6th to 10h of October 2025. This summer school combines theory and practice with engaging lectures and hands-on workshops in this year’s European Capital of Culture, Chemnitz, along with an exciting excursion to Dresden, the capital of the Free State of Saxony (Sachsen).
Throughout the program, you’ll gain valuable insights into the inner workings of the EU on the local, federal, national and supranational scale, the role of translating and interpreting in a multilingual EU, and the cultural diversity that defines Europe today. Our goal is to empower you to become one of the many contributors needed for Ukraine’s journey toward joining the European Union.
- Date: October 6-10, 2025
- Accommodation: You will get a lump sum of €45 per day, and need to book your own accommodation.
- Travel costs: Covered for participants traveling from and to Ukraine, up to €350 per person (roundtrip). From that lump sum, you will also need to cover the costs for the trip to Dresden (approx. €20)
- Food and beverages: Lunch and light snacks will be provided.
- Important note: Due to the Russian aggression and the ongoing state of war, not everyone may be able to participate in short-term mobility abroad. If you have any doubts or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact us for guidance and support.
To participate in the program, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a citizen or legal resident of Ukraine and study at a full-time program (3rd year of study and higher) at the Faculty of Foreign languages at Ivan Franko National University
- Be between the ages of 18 and 22 (male) / 25 (female) at the time of application.
- Be an over-average students and possess intermediate proficiency in English, as the program will be conducted in English. Proved by an excerpt of your grades from the system Dekanat.
- Motivational statement (200 words), where you describe what knowledge you would like to receive by taking part in the program and what personal skills you want to contribute in order to actively engage in all program activities, workshops, and discussions.
- You can apply using our form: https://forms.gle/cZjGEcnpwFgHdsrX9
- Deadline for application: 31.08.2025 | We are looking forward to your application and will inform you no later than 03.09.2025.
This summer school is part of the long-standing partnership between TU Chemnitz and Lviv University under the framework of the “Lernbrücke Chemnitz-Lviv 2025” project. Supported by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) with funds from the Harald Christ Foundation.
Contact: nicolai.teufel@lnu.edu.ua
Draft overview of the planned program
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Mo., 06.10.25 |
Tu., 07.10.25 | We. 08.10.25 | Th., 09.10.25 |
Fr., 10.06.25 |
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| 9-11 | Arrival to Chemnitz | Lectures I:
What you need to know about the EU as a translator: history, actors and institutions |
Excursion: The EU in Dresden, Dresden in the EU | Lectures II:
What you need to know about the EU as a translator: Policy topics, Ukraine and the EU |
Reflection, feedback and future steps |
| 11-13 | Departure from Chemnitz | ||||
| 14-16 | Welcome at TU Chemnitz | Workshop I: Decision-making in the EU | Workshop II: Multilingualism and translation in the EU | ||
| 16-18 | Walking tour of Chemnitz | Expert meeting with the European Capital of Culture 2025 | Workshop III on policy analysis: Ukraine and the EU |