Application Information
War & Peace Series 2026—Critical Deliberations on Peacebuilding, Memory, and Narrative Ethics
Spring Session:
29 March - 5 April 2026 | Oxford & Belfast
Fall Session:
13 - 20 September 2026 | Oxford & Belfast
Each session begins with four days at Merton College, University of Oxford, followed by an optional three-day narrative fieldwork program in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
Applications open: 15 October 2025
First deadline: 10 December 2025
Second deadline: 10 January 2026
FEES AND PAYMENT:
The all-inclusive fee for the 2026 Oxford symposium (Spring or Fall session) is £1575.00 GBP (approximately $2,100 USD).
A £400 Deposit is due upon acceptance. The deposit is nonrefundable, but may be transferred to a future symposium. The remaining of £1175 is due 45 days prior to the start date.
Additional details about the optional Belfast fieldwork and estimated costs will be shared three months before travel.
Course fees include:
Private en suite accommodation at Merton College
Tuition and instructional materials
Most meals, including a final formal banquet dinner
Participants are responsible for their own travel to and from Oxford and for meeting any country entry requirements.
Additional details about the optional Belfast fieldwork—including estimated travel and program costs—will be shared approximately three months prior to travel.
Daily sessions: Sessions are held from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at Merton College.
Special events: The week includes one special evening session and a final banquet dinner.
Free time: One afternoon is reserved to explore Oxford at your leisure.
Accommodation: Participants check-in on Sunday afternoon and check out Thursday.
Application
