Barcelona Four Seasons School of Demography - Bcn4Seasons School

The Barcelona Four Seasons School of Demography (Bcn4Seasons School) programme consists of short courses offering the opportunity to acquire essential knowledge of sociodemographic topics and associated techniques that are applicable to social sciences in general. This innovative educational programme is led by the Centre d’Estudis Demogràfics (CED – Centre for Demographic Studies), an internationally renowned sociodemographic research centre addressing population-related issues and affiliated with leading international networks and associations. The outstanding quality of its research work has been acknowledged both nationally and internationally. The CED brings together a research team that is well known for its contributions to the advancement of social sciences through highly relevant publications and projects funded by competitive calls at the European and national levels. Students will receive up-to-date, relevant training that will enhance their professional development under the guidance of lecturers who, through their research, significantly contribute to their field of study. The Bcn4Seasons School  also benefits from 40 years of experience of the CED in managing excellent postgraduate programmes. Additionally, the Bcn4Seasons School format is inspired by, and replicates the successful experience of the BaRcelona Summer School of Demography which teaches demographic techniques using the statistical package R.

Centre d’Estudis Demogràfics - Campus Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB)

Bellaterra (Barcelona)

COURSES

WINTER

Demografia de Catalunya

COURSE COMPLETED

10 Feb 2025 - 24 Mar 2025

Presencial

Català

50€ (gratuït per estudiants de doctorat)

SPRING

Social Indicators: Theory and Applications

COURSE COMPLETED

26 May 2025 - 29 May 2025

In person only

English

50€ (special fee)

SPRING

Theories, Data, and Visualization for Global Analyses of Family Change

COURSE COMPLETED

02 Jun 2025 - 04 Jun 2025

In person only

English

50 € (special fee)

SUMMER

Population Aging and Intergenerational Relationships

COURSE COMPLETED

16 Jun 2025 - 19 Jun 2025

In person only - Online option fully booked

English

50€ (special fee)

SUMMER

Barcelona Summer School of Demography | Module 1: An introduction to R

COURSE COMPLETED

30 Jun 2025 - 04 Jul 2025

In person or online

English

300 €

SUMMER

Barcelona Summer School of Demography | Module 2: Demography with R

COURSE COMPLETED

07 Jul 2025 - 11 Jul 2025

In person or online

English

300 €

SUMMER

Barcelona Summer School of Demography | Module 3: Data visualization with R

COURSE COMPLETED

14 Jul 2025 - 18 Jul 2025

In person or online

English

300 €

SUMMER

Barcelona Summer School of Demography | Module 4: Digital Cartography and Spatial Analysis with R

COURSE COMPLETED

21 Jul 2025 - 25 Jul 2025

In person or online

English

300 €

AUTUMN

Queering Demography: A Critical Overview of Demographic Studies and Methods

COURSE COMPLETED

29 Sep 2025 - 03 Oct 2025

In person or online

English

50 € (special fee)

AUTUMN

Introduction to Qualitative Methods in Population Studies

COURSE COMPLETED

13 Oct 2025 - 17 Oct 2025

In person only

English

50 € (special fee)

AUTUMN

Introducció al programari R: Eines per a principiants

COURSE COMPLETED

20 Oct 2025 - 23 Oct 2025

Presencial

Català

52€ (curs gestionat a través de l’Escola de Postgraus)

AUTUMN

Análisis de Conglomerados (cluster) para la Investigación en Ciencias Sociales

COURSE COMPLETED

03 Nov 2025 - 06 Nov 2025

Presencial

Castellano

50€ (matrícula especial)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

    What is the registration period?

    Each course has its own registration deadline, which is indicated in the course outline. For courses that are not part of the Summer Schools, we recommend early registration and payment of the fee to secure the place in the course

    Are there any prerequisites for these courses?

    The prerequisites vary depending on the course but, typically, a minimum of having completed some undergraduate level courses is expected. Specific requirements for prior knowledge are detailed in the course outline.

    Do courses have limited places?

    Yes, places are limited so those who first register and pay the fee will secure their place in the course. For the Summer Schools courses, students will be selected based on the information they sent in the motivation letter and the Curriculum Vitae.

    How do I apply for the course?

    A registration form is available in the course outline. The Summer School courses require an application process, whereas for the other courses, students only need to complete the registration form available through the link provided in the course programme details. Once the form is completed and submitted, the student will receive an e-mail with the payment details to pay the course fee within a week. After paying the fee, students must send the payment receipt to bcn4seasons@ced.uab.es.

    How can I pay the registration fee?

    Fees can be paid through bank transfer or Paypal. After receiving the confirmation of your course application via e-mail, you will also be provided with the necessary details for your course fee payment. If you require an invoice, please email bcn4seasons@ced.uab.cat.

    Can I attend the course online?

    Attending online courses is possible with those taught in a hybrid modality or, in other words, those that can be attended online and in person. On-site courses require that students attend classes at the Centre d’Estudis Demogràfics (CED) on the campus of the Campus de la Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (Autonomous University of Barcelona). Whether the course is hybrid or on-site only is stated in the course outline. Online courses will be taught via Google Meets or Zoom. Online attendants will need a computer with an adequate Internet connection, audio, and webcam to allow adequate participation in the online sessions. When registering for hybrid courses attendants are asked to indicate, when filling in the enrolment form, whether they wish to attend the course online or on site.

    Do I need to take a laptop to the on-site courses?

    The course outline indicates whether the students need to take a laptop, or install programs such as R, or any other requirement. Students are responsible for acquiring and installing programmes that might be required for attending the course.

    Does the course cover accommodation or transportation fees?

    No, participants are expected to pay their own travel and living costs while in Barcelona.

    Is there a certificate upon completion of the course?

    Yes, upon successfully completing the course, you will receive a certificate.

    How can I get in touch with you?

    If you have any more questions or need further information, please contact bcn4seasons@ced.uab.es.
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