The unprecedented pace of globalization has fostered an inevitable interdependence and shared existence among people worldwide. Living and understanding the essence of human society in the context of globalization has become the norm in our era. Significant changes are taking place in the realms of technological development, knowledge production, and cultural exchange, while the construction of a shared human destiny faces both remarkable opportunities and challenges. The question of how to achieve global good governance in a world without a global government is a pressing challenge that tests human wisdom.
Over the past fifty years, China has re-emerged in the global system, becoming the world’s second-largest economy and largest trading nation. Concurrently, the rise of the Global South and emerging economies has led to the formation of international political and economic governance organizations, such as the BRICS and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank. As a result, the power order and knowledge reserves for global governance are quietly shifting. A significant global transformation, unlike any seen in the past century, is on the horizon, and global public policy has changed from a hypothesis to a real necessity.
To comprehensively explore global governance issues and knowledge, the LSE-Fudan Research Centre for Global Public Policy and Fudan Institute for Global Public Policy (IGPP) will jointly launch the second “Global Public Policy” International Summer School from June 30th to July 27th, 2025. Leveraging Fudan University’s abundant public policy resources and its outstanding global academic network, the International Summer School assembles top-tier instructors from around the world. Centered around the themes of “Global Public Policy” and “China and the World,” the International Summer School offers a range of high-quality courses that reflect cutting-edge practical and theoretical developments in global public policy and governance. This provides an unparalleled opportunity for students worldwide to engage in specialized learning and cultivate global governance talents with solid professional expertise, expansive international perspectives, and exceptional cross-cultural communication and leadership skills.
The International Summer School offers a series of English-taught credit-bearing courses at the undergraduate level, encompassing various theories and methods. Participation of graduate students, young scholars, and high school students is also welcomed.
The 2025 curriculum covers 5 modules: 1. China in the Global Context; 2. Global Governance; 3. International Development and the Global South; 4. Global Social Policy; 5. Data Analysis and Research Methods. These well-designed courses will showcase the diverse aspects and rich contents of global public policy from multiple perspectives. The Summer School provides certificates of completion and official transcripts. Each course is worth two credits, and students can apply for credit transfer according to the policies of their home institutions. Students with outstanding performance will be awarded certificates of excellence.
For detailed information about the 2025 International Summer School, please visit its official website: 2025 International Summer School on Global Public Policy. For more information about the LSE-Fudan Research Centre for Global Public Policy and Fudan Institute for Global Public Policy (IGPP), please visit the official website: Fudan Institute for Global Public Policy.
We warmly invite students from around the world to join us at Fudan University in Shanghai, China, in the summer of 2025 for an extraordinary journey into the realm of global public policy.
Program Highlights
By participating in the International Summer School, students can gain solid academic and methodological training while immersing themselves in a classroom environment shaped by globalization. The Summer School provides the best opportunities for students to further their studies in related fields and pursue advanced education at top universities in the world.
High-caliber instructors: The instructors include renowned scholars and industry experts from world-class universities such as Fudan University and the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). They possess profound theoretical knowledge and extensive teaching experience.
Top-quality courses: Each course is meticulously designed to emphasize interactive teaching and reflect the cutting-edge fields and developments in global public policy.
International atmosphere: With instructors and students hailing from around the globe, students will have the opportunity to experience the collision and exchange of diverse cultures and ideas at Fudan, and establish long-lasting friendships and international networking resources.
Exceptional academic resources: Students will have access to the excellent and unique academic resources and networks of the LSE-Fudan Research Centre for Global Public Policy and Fudan Institute for Global Public Policy (IGPP) throughout their lives. During the Summer School, globally renowned scholars will be invited to deliver cutting-edge academic lectures exclusively for students.
Cultural immersion: Students will delve into the rich cultural heritage of Fudan University and the unique cosmopolitan atmosphere of Shanghai, experiencing China’s latest developments and rhythms firsthand. The program will organize a variety of extracurricular activities, allowing participants to appreciate the allure of Shanghai as an international hub for business, finance, and innovation.
