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	Don't miss out! Last spots available for the Summer School in Social Sciences Methods

Lugano, Switzerland

7-22 August 2025


	Are you ready to deepen your research skills and connect with a vibrant community of scholars? The Summer School in Social Sciences Methods, now in its 29th year, is one of Europe's longest-standing and most dedicated methods schools for the social sciences. We are thrilled to host you in beautiful Lugano from August 7th to 22nd!

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We are proud to offer 24 intensive courses designed for deep immersion. Our full-time, hands-on approach encourages participants to work directly with their own data and projects, ensuring practical and immediate application of new skills. In addition to our core methods workshops, we also feature unique cross-methods courses, such as improving arguments in scientific writing or bridging methods and theory to enhance your theoretical arguments.

With over 350 participants already registered, many of our courses are now full. However, a limited number of places are still available on these highly sought-after courses – this is your last chance to secure your spot!

Week 1 (August 11-15):

> Multivariate Methods for Social Researchers
> Discourse Theory and Analysis
> Introduction to Machine Learning
> Introduction to Structural Equation Modelling (SEM)
> Exploring Causal Complexity with Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA)

Week 2 (August 18-22):

> Longitudinal Analysis with Panel Data
> An Introduction to Bayesian Methods for the Social Sciences
> Survey Design and Implementation
> Designing Experiments in the Social Sciences
> Creating Groups from Data. Cluster Analysis and Latent Class Analysis

Beyond the rigorous coursework, our social programme offers ample opportunities to network and engage with fellow participants and instructors. This includes our welcoming Summer School dinner on Tuesday of each week, and insightful plenary lectures on the use of AI in social sciences research, followed by a networking reception on Thursday each week.

Don't miss this opportunity to advance your research and extend your network this summer!