The A&A Excursion to CERN 2027 is a one-week program at CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research in Geneva, Switzerland, for 15 high school and undergraduate students from around the world who are passionate about physics and astronomy. It takes place from 13 to 19 June 2027.
During the week, participants attend lectures on astroparticle physics and cosmology, visit experiments and facilities on the CERN site, such as the Antimatter Factory, the control centre of the Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer on the International Space Station, and the CERN Data Centre, take part in hands-on workshops, and work on a short group research project. They meet physicists, engineers, and doctoral students who work at the laboratory, and live together at the CERN Hostel on the campus.
Accommodation, meals, local transport, and all program activities are covered, and participants can receive a travel grant of up to USD 1,250 for their journey. The program follows the model of the CERN summer school and teacher program at CERN, with a stronger focus on astronomy and astrophysics. All sessions are held in English. There is no application fee.
Eligibility:
- Open to high school and undergraduate (Bachelor) students from any country, including high school graduates who start university in 2027. Master’s students are eligible in exceptional cases.
- Applicants study a STEM subject or plan to study one.
- Applicants have experience beyond the classroom in physics or astronomy, such as an own research project, a science competition or olympiad, or a research internship.
- Good command of English, as all lectures, visits, and discussions are held in English.
- Applicants must be available for the whole week, from arrival on 13 June to departure on 19 June 2027.
Application Process:
- Online Application (until 27 December 2026, 23:59 CET)
Fill in the online form and upload your CV, a motivation letter (one to two pages, in English), and your latest academic transcript. - Interview (early January 2027)
Shortlisted applicants are invited to a 20-minute online interview with members of the selection committee. - Decision (mid-January 2027)
All applicants are informed about the outcome by email. Selected participants confirm their place within two weeks.
Link:
https://aamasterclass.org/
Deadline: 27 December 2026, 23:59 Central European Tim
Ends On: 27th December 2026
