The EUPRERA PhD Seminar returns for its nineteenth edition, taking place from 13 to 16 September 2026 in Málaga, Spain — immediately before the EUPRERA Annual Congress. This long-running programme, held successfully since 2007, offers doctoral students in public relations and strategic communication an intensive, international environment to develop their research and professional networks.
What Is the PhD Seminar?
The EUPRERA PhD Seminar is a three-day immersive experience designed for early- and mid-stage doctoral students working in public relations, organisational communication, and strategic communication. The format centres on structured feedback — both from peers and from leading experts in the field — as well as networking sessions and in-depth discussions that go beyond what a traditional conference format allows.
A dedicated panel during the congress that follows the seminar extends the dialogue further. Participants consistently highlight the seminar’s practical value: first-hand advice on publication strategies and academic career development is a distinctive feature of the programme.
The seminar is limited to 10 participants to ensure a high level of professional exchange. Places are allocated through a competitive selection process.
What Is Included
The registration fee covers all seminar materials, full-board accommodation from Sunday afternoon (13 September) through Wednesday morning (16 September), and transport to and from the congress venue. Two registration options are available: the seminar only at €475, or the combined seminar and congress package at €675 — the latter option is recommended and includes the congress registration fee. Accommodation during the congress days is the participant’s own responsibility.
Venue
The seminar will be held at the Casa Diocesana de Málaga, a welcoming conference and retreat space set in a quiet environment near the city. Participants are expected to arrive on Sunday, 13 September, in the afternoon.
How to Apply
The application process takes place in two steps. In the first step, applicants submit a one-page abstract of their thesis project along with proof of enrolment in a doctoral programme, via the congress platform at conftool.net/euprera2026. This must be submitted before 21 June 2026. Candidates selected in the first round will then be asked to provide a 10-page paper and written feedback on two other participants’ projects.
Registration fees
€475 Seminar only: Includes materials, accommodation and full board (Sun afternoon – Wed morning)
€675 Seminar + Congress Recommended: Includes all of the above plus the congress registration fee
Key Dates
21 June 2026Deadline for Step 1 submission (one-page abstract + proof of enrolment)
13 Sep 2026Arrival in Málaga — seminar begins Sunday afternoon
13–16 Sep 2026XIX EUPRERA PhD Seminar, Casa Diocesana de Málaga
16–19 Sep 2026EUPRERA Annual Congress, University of Málaga
Scientific Direction
The 2026 seminar is directed by Jens Seiffert-Brockmann (Vienna University of Economics and Business), with the support of Nora Denner (University of Mainz) and Winni Johansen (Aarhus University). For enquiries, contact Jens Seiffert-Brockmann at jens.seiffert-brockmann@wu.ac.at.
