IPPA Chiang Mai Winter School 2026 (Funded Program) in Thailand
The International Public Policy Association (IPPA), in collaboration with the Chiang Mai University School of Public Policy, is officially accepting applications for the IPPA Chiang Mai Winter School 2026 in Thailand. This prestigious five-day intensive academic program is specifically designed to support doctoral candidates and early-career researchers looking to advance their research methodologies, strengthen public policy theoretical foundations, and receive rigorous expert evaluations on their ongoing dissertations.
Program Designation
Selected applicants will hold the designation of Winter School Fellow / Research Participant during this five-day international academic exchange program.
Program Overview & Key Details
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Host Organization | International Public Policy Association (IPPA) |
| Co-organizer | Chiang Mai University School of Public Policy |
| Program Duration | 5 Days (November 30 to December 4, 2026) |
| Funding Status | Funded Academic Training |
| Eligible Nationalities | Open to all nationalities worldwide |
| Host Country | Thailand |
| Application Deadline | 20 October 2026 |
Research Area
The program focuses primarily on academic disciplines related to research and application in key areas, including:
- Public Policy Theories & Frameworks
- Comparative Policy & Governance
- Policy Implementation & Evaluation
- Qualitative & Quantitative Policy Research Methods
- Applied Social Sciences and Public Management
Location
The physical sessions will take place in Chiang Mai, Thailand, hosted in collaboration with the School of Public Policy at Chiang Mai University.
Scholarship Description & Financial Benefits
The IPPA Chiang Mai Winter School provides early-career researchers with an intensive, collaborative learning platform led by globally recognized experts in public policy. Participants gain access to world-class academic resources designed to enhance research output and foster international network growth.
Key financial and professional advantages include:
- Direct lectures and mentoring from international public policy scholars.
- Specialized coursework tailored to advanced methodological and theoretical approaches.
- Constructive, personalized feedback on personal research projects and doctoral dissertations.
- Interactive workshop sessions, peer discussions, and policy case study analysis.
- Opportunities to build lasting academic connections with international researchers and institutional leaders.
Eligibility & Qualification Criteria
Applicants must meet the following criteria to qualify for the program:
- Current PhD candidates or doctoral students preparing dissertations in public policy or related social science fields.
- Early-career researchers working in universities, research institutes, or policy think tanks.
- Scholars demonstrating a strong desire to refine their analytical methodologies and research frameworks.
- Open to candidates from all academic and geographical backgrounds (international applicants are strongly encouraged to apply).
How to Apply
Candidates interested in participating in the IPPA Chiang Mai Winter School 2026 must complete their application online through the official portal. Review the course outlines, submission guidelines, and required research abstracts prior to submitting your file.
To submit your formal application, visit the Official IPPA Chiang Mai Winter School Application Portal.
Last Date for Apply
The final deadline to submit completed applications for the IPPA Chiang Mai Winter School 2026 is 20 October 2026. Late submissions will not be considered.