The main goal of this research programme is to strengthen AUB's position as an international research centre in the field of Political Science and European Studies and to reinforce the academic ties between Switzerland and Hungary. Joint research projects between AUB and Swiss partners are to be carried out in three Focus Areas:

Focus Area 1: Strategic Challenges for Small and Middle-sized States
Focus Area 2: Democratic Innovations
Focus Area 3: European Perspectives for the Western Balkans Region

Based on the results of these joint research projects, the following activities will be implemented:

1. Organisation of scientific conferences
2. Teaching and dissemination - curriculum development
3. Conference publications

Furthermore, the project includes activities intended to strengthen relations between AUB and its Swiss partner institutions, as well as a scholarship programme for talented but disadvantaged students:

1. Study trips with AUB students to Switzerland
2. Carl Lutz Lectures
3. Carl Lutz Scholarships for MA and PhD students

For further information please visit: https://svajcialap.hu/en 

Supported by the Swiss contribution to reducing economic and social disparities in the EU.

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