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International Junior Academy Summer School 2026

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The 16th International Junior Academy Summer School

The German, British, Italian and French Divisions of the IAP welcomes you to the 16th International Junior Academy Summer School to be held in Padua, Italy as an in-person event on 16-18 July 2026. 

The International Junior Academy is particularly aimed at pathologists in training as well as for specialists for a re-entry. It provides a great opportunity to meet with experts and discuss selected topics in depth. In addition, you can meet colleagues from other countries and exchange ideas.

The event will take place in Padua, Italy and is limited to a maximum of 30 places so early application is advised. 

View the programme for the 2026 Summer School here.

This event is administered by the German Division of the IAP.


BDIAP Bursaries to attend the Junior Academy

Apply for a BDIAP bursary to attend the 16th International Junior Academy Summer School.

Applications are open to attend in person. There are four in person bursaries available. 

Bursaries consist of free registration, hotel accommodation and reasonable travel costs to attend the summer school.

All applications will be reviewed formally by the Innovation Subcommittee.

Successful recipients are asked to present an interesting case on any of the school’s topics.  

Am I eligible?

Applications are open to:

  • BDIAP Member Country Trainee Members (UK, Ireland, Belgium, The Netherlands)

How do I apply?

Before applying please ensure your membership record is up to date. 

  • Complete an online application form. 
  • Your Clinical Lead/Head of Department/Laboratory Manager/Line Manager (“your referee”) must complete and submit a verification document.

APPLY FOR BURSARY

Please note:

Only completed applications will be considered. Applications are considered complete once the online form has been submitted and the supporting verification document has been received. 


    Key Dates

    • BDIAP bursary deadline
      1 March 2026
    • Applicants notified of the outcome of their applications
      Week commencing 13 April 2026

    • Registration deadline
      1 June 2026
    • Cancellation deadline
      12 June 2026

    Further Information

    If you have any questions please contact the BDIAP administrative team

    Hotel and Accommodation
    Hilton Garden Inn Padua City Centre
    Corso Milano, 40, Padua, 35139 Italy

    Meeting Venue: Thursday, July 16, 2026
    Archivio Antico - Palazzo Bo
    Via 8 Febbraio 1848, 2 - 35122 – Padua

    Meeting Venue: Friday, July 17 and Saturday, July 18, 2026
    Aula Cagnetto
    Department of Medicine, University of Padua
    Via Gabelli 61, 35121 Padova

    For up to date information please visit the German Division website