The Photovoltaics Summer School | Gdańsk University of Technology

International Summer School of the Faculty of Physics

Language: English  

Format:   5-day practical training in our laboratory 

Date:  June 22^nd - 26^th , 2026 

Duration: 1 week (30h laboratories with lectures)  

Credits: 2 ECTS

Venue & Location 

All Summer School classes and hands-on laboratory sessions will be held at the Faculty of Physics, WUT Southern Campus.

Warsaw University of Technology Faculty of Physics (Mechatronics Building), ul. św. Andrzeja Boboli, 8 02-525 Warsaw, Poland  find us on Google Maps 

Looking to dive deep into advanced photovoltaic technologies and photonic engineering? Our intensive, short-term course offers the perfect blend of rigorous theory, hands-on laboratory practice, and solar cell modeling—leading to a recognized European micro-credential! Here is what you will experience: 

• Understand the core: Learn the operating principles of solar cells, from the energetic structure of materials to detailed charge carrier transport mechanisms.
  • The "Photovoltaics Summer School" program is an interdisciplinary learning opportunity that combines advanced photovoltaic technologies and photonic engineering phenomena. Designed as a short-term, intensive course leading to a European micro-credential, it merges a rigorous theoretical introduction with intensive laboratory practice and modeling activities. 

• Get hands-on: Measure optoelectronic characteristics and analyze energy balances in the lab.
  • Participants will learn about the operating principles of solar cells – from the energetic structure of materials to detailed charge carrier transport mechanisms. During the laboratory and simulation parts, students will measure optoelectronic characteristics, analyze energy balances and simulate the operation of solar cells using dedicated software. Emphasis is placed on practical knowledge and engineering skills necessary to take part and contribute to the global transition to the green and digital economy. 

• Simulate reality: Use dedicated software to model the operation of solar cells.
  • Gain the practical knowledge and engineering skills necessary to take part and contribute to the global shift toward a green and digital economy. 

Selection Criteria 

• Scientific background: Alignment of your academic interests and activities (e.g., previous achievements, science clubs, projects, publications) with the Summer School's scope. 

• Motivation: Your drive to acquire new knowledge in the field of photovoltaics and photonics. 

• Academic performance: Grade Point Average (GPA) from completed semesters. 

• Language skills: English proficiency at a minimum B2 level. 

• Field of study: Enrollment in physics, optics, optoelectronics, electronics, electrical engineering, mechatronics, or related fields. 

Scholarships 

Participation Conditions and Financial Support Participation in the learning opportunity is free of charge for all admitted participants. 

Qualified participants will receive a lump-sum grant intended to partially cover travel and living expenses.

Please note: Participants are expected to cover their upfront costs and are responsible for organizing their own travel and accommodation. Detailed financial conditions and payment schedules will be communicated to accepted candidates in accordance with WUT and NAWA regulations.  

Within the framework of ENHANCE+ and NAWA support mechanisms, qualified participants outside WUT are entitled to receive a lump-sum grant intended to partially cover travel and subsistence (accommodation and living) costs related to the on-site component of the program. The amount and conditions of the lump sum will be communicated to selected participants in accordance with applicable ENHANCE+ and NAWA regulations. 

Who can apply

• Bachelor students (who have completed at least the first 3 semesters) 
• Master’s students (or equivalent)  
• PhD candidates

Key Facts 

• Workload: 30h (lectures, laboratories, and tutorials) 

• EQF Level: 7 

• Language of instruction: English 

• Assessment: Written reports and presentation of results 

• Participation: On-site 

English level 

At least B2. 

Official Program Affiliation  

This Intensive Learning Opportunity is implemented within the framework of the ENHANCE+ European University of Technology Alliance and supported by the Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange (NAWA). 

Admission and Number of Places  

Admission is competitive. The number of available places is limited to 30 participants per edition.

Recruitment: 

• Step 1: Apply here
• Step 2 (for participants with confirmed registration): Please remember to submit the following documents according to instructions from the confirmation email:
  • student status
  • confirmation from the supervisor/university,
  • motivation letter. 

Based on the documents that the ranking list will be done. 30 students will be allowed to participate. 

Selected candidates will be informed about their acceptance till 6.05.2026 via e-mail, and will be asked to register at NAWA portal as Participants of the project till 15.05 2026 (registration is obligatory for selected Candidates). 

Regulations for recruitment and participation in the project — download here