This exciting one-week programme offers participants the chance to connect with professionals from around the world and build important professional skills that will impact their lives and careers.
The 24th edition of our Summer School will take place in Budapest, Hungary in July 2026.
Budapest, Hungary's vibrant capital, known for its stunning architecture, rich history, and unique blend of cultures, features landmarks like Buda castle and Gellért thermal baths. Its bustling streets showcase a unique mix of heritage and modernity.
Featuring an experienced faculty board with a range of Clinical Microbiology (CM) and Infectious Diseases (ID) lectures, attendees will benefit from the workshop setting by having the opportunity to apply their knowledge in practical exercises. A special section in the agenda is dedicated to student presentations, offering the opportunity to share personal experiences and enhance presentation skills through feedback from recognised experts. Do not miss this memorable and enriching experience with ESCMID.
Summer School is open for ESCMID members and non-members currently enrolled in or holding a postgraduate degree in fields such as Infectious Diseases, Clinical Microbiology, or related disciplines.
The ESCMID Summer School Attendance Grant application will open in November 2026.
Please note the Attendance Grant will not cover travel expenses.
The programme combined a well-balanced mix of Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology lectures with expert faculty sharing the latest research and insights in the field.
The official spoken language of Summer School is English.
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At summer school, you can develop public speaking skills in a safe environment and receive feedback from the faculty and your peers. During the registration process, participants are requested to disclose the topic they will present during Summer School. The student presentation will consist of a 5-minute presentation followed by 5 minutes of feedback. The 10-minute oral presentation is an effective way to try out new ideas and improve your public speaking skills. The presentation topic can be a clinical case study or a research project. The sessions will focus on improving presentation skills rather than discussing the topic. In advance of summer school, one of ESCMID's educational experts will provide detailed guidance on slides, body language, and voice use in a tutorial video format.
The ESCMID Education team will apply for accreditation to the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME®).
Each participant can only receive the number of credits according to actual participation in the event and upon completion of the feedback survey.
The ESCMID Education team will apply for compliance according to the Ethical MedTech regulation
Participants are responsible for arranging their visas and ensuring they meet all entry requirements for Ireland. We recommend checking with the relevant embassy or consulate well in advance to allow sufficient processing time. If you need an invitation letter to apply for a visa, please email courses(at)escmid.org