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The encounters in the lecture hall and the exchange between researchers and citizens at eye level are a wonderful opportunity for personal development.(Participant of the academy weeks, 82 years old)

Academy weeks

Imparting knowledge, facilitating encounters, exchange and discussion

  • A socially relevant topic from different research perspectives
  • A varied programme of lectures, working groups and guided tours for interested members of the public
  • A further education programme in a compact format - flexible, individual and open to all
  • Successful for over 30 years with 400 to 500 participants on a regular basis

Twice a year, the Centre for General Continuing Scientific Education (ZAWiW) at Ulm University organises the so-called Academy Weeks, the Spring Academy at the end of March and the Autumn Academy at the end of September.
As continuing education courses in a compact format, the Academy Weeks meet the wishes of people in the "third age" in particular with their thematic focus and time structure. However, everyone is welcome who would like to engage with key social issues and familiarise themselves with the current status of scientific discussions from various research perspectives. The academy weeks are subject to registration and fees.

Review of the Autumn Academy 2025

Secure in the digital world: how threatened are sovereignty and privacy?

The autumn academy was dedicated to the topic of "Security in the digital world". Against the backdrop of the ongoing digitalisation of all areas of life, security, data protection and the protection of privacy are increasingly coming into focus. Insecure software, identity theft, data leaks and targeted cyber attacks are already part of our everyday lives. Companies are exposed to professionally organised attacks, private individuals have to be increasingly aware of how they handle their personal data and public IT infrastructures are increasingly coming under pressure or becoming dependent on proprietary solutions. From different research and scientific perspectives, we are asking how sovereignty and privacy can be protected in the face of these threats.

The programme.