The Fifth EELISA Summer School “Archaeology & Architecture” will take place in Agrigento, at the UNESCO archaeological site of the “Valle dei Templi”, from September 7 to October 10, 2026.

The summer school is organised by the “Archaeology and Architecture” Community under the supervision of Gianfranco Adornato (SNS), scientific director of the archaeological excavations at the sanctuary of Temple D and at the ekklesiasterion (the meeting place of the popular assembly of the ancient Greek city), in close collaboration of the Parco Archeologico e Paesaggistico della Valle dei Templi of Agrigento.

This programme includes lectures, lab sessions, on-site teamwork activities, site and museum visits, offering a stimulating and multidisciplinary learning environment. Participants will be introduced to archaeology and architecture as applied to archaeological contexts and sites, addressing the following key questions:

–        What is Archaeology?

–        How does an archaeological excavation work?

–        How are Architecture and material data analysed and documented?

–        How the ancient urban landscape developed through time?

–        How does 3D-modeling apply to Archaeology and Architecture?

–        How does virtual reality visualize and disseminate archaeological and architectural data?

Students from all EELISA universities are invited to apply. Places available are limited to 15 participants, and selection will be carried out by the scientific committee based on applicants’ background and order of registration.

COST
No participation or registration fee is required. Travel, food and accommodations costs must be covered by the participants or their institutions. Note: Car rental is required for transportation to the archaeological site.

WHEN

From September 7 to October 10, 2026. 

Participation is possible for the full duration or for shorter periods, organized in shifts throughout the programme. The minimum duration is two weeks (first shift) and three weeks (second shift).

WHERE

Onsite, at the Valle dei Templi, in Agrigento 

APPLICATION DEADLINE

May 10, 2026