Scholae Aestivae – Summer School MMXXVI
We cordially invite you to the Summer School of Latin organised by the Polish Philological Association, which will take place from 13 to 26 July 2026 in Wrocław.
🔔Attention! Registration is still open for the three-day-long Spring Workshops, which will take place from 10 to 12 April 2026🔔
This year, classes will be held at the Pontifical Faculty of Theology (at 1 Katedralny Square), that is, on the Cathedral Island itself, where Latin has been flourishing and thriving for over a thousand years!
CLASSES OFFERED
Every day from Monday to Saturday from 10:00 to 13:30 there will be Latin language classes. Students can enroll in the following groups:
- Tirones 1 (beginners)
- Tirones 2 (elementary – required knowledge of the vocabulary and grammar from chapters 1–11 of the textbook Familia Romana)
- Provectiores 1 (intermediate – required knowledge of the vocabulary and grammar from chapters 1–19 of the textbook Familia Romana)
- Provectiores 2 (upper intermediate – required knowledge of the material from the textbook Familia Romana; Ovid, Metamorphoses (selected passages))
- Veterani (advanced – Erasmus, Christiani matrimonii institutio)
In the afternoon the participants will be able to take part in the following classes:
- Colloquia utilia (tirones/provectiores, teacher: Krzysztof Banaszak): 13–18 July; 15:30–17:00
- Lingua Latina cum Catharina (provectiores/veterani, teacher: Katarzyna Ochman): 13–18 July; 15:30-17:00
- Seminaria Caeciliana (veterani, teacher: Cecilie Koch): 13–18 and 20–24 July; 15:30–17:00
- Basics of Gregorian Chant (all levels): 20–24 July; 15:30–17:00
- Epitome Historiae Sacrae – continuation from the story of Joseph (provectiores, teacher: Elżbieta Górka): 20–24 July; 15:30–17:00
- Ludi Latini (games in Latin, Patricius Skinderowicz): 14, 17, 21, 23 July; 17:30–18.45
- Latin Play Rehearsals (all levels, director: Cecilie Koch): 14, 16–17, 21–23 July; 17:30–18:30
SINGING AND THEATER IN LATIN
On 13, 16, 20 and 22 July, from 17:30 to 18:30, we invite you to join us for the communal singing of Latin texts. The programme will include pieces of varied character — from ancient poetry, through medieval works, to contemporary compositions, showcasing the many facets of Latin.
The afternoons during the Summer School are not only devoted to classes, but also to intensive preparations for a theatrical performance. Under the guidance of Caecilia Koch, the participants will work on a play in Latin, exploring the creative dimensions of the performing arts. On Friday, 24 July, the results of their work will be presented on stage. We warmly invite everyone to attend this event!
LATIN LITURGY AND ORGAN MUSIC
In Wrocław, Holy Mass in Latin is celebrated every morning. Exact times and locations will be provided later, together with the publication of the classes’ schedule. Interested participants are invited to join in the singing of Vespers in Latin in the evenings.
During the summer, free organ concerts take place on Fridays at 19:00 in St Elizabeth’s Church.
EXCURSIONS
On the first Sunday (19 July), we will go on a trip to Mount Ślęża (718 m above sea level), and on the following one (26 July), we plan to visit a town called Trzebnica. Participants cover the cost of museum entrance fees and train tickets themselves, taking into account any applicable discounts. If it rains, we will postpone the mountain trip until the second Sunday (26 July).
PARTICIPATION FEE
The reduced course fee for the participants who will register and make payment by 01.06.2026 is 1150 PLN (280 EUR/320 USD). For transfers made after this date, the full fee of PLN 1450 PLN (EUR 360 /USD 400) applies. We also offer the possibility to participate in one selected week of the course, in which case the fee is PLN 725 (EUR 180/USD 200).
Students and doctoral students of the Pontifical Faculty of Theology and the Institute of Classical, Mediterranean and Oriental Studies of the University of Wrocław can participate in all classes by paying only the registration fee of PLN 150.
The price includes:
- 48 teaching hours
- 40 teaching hours of afternoon classes and other activities
- all teaching materials needed for the classes (photocopies etc.)
- drinks and snacks during coffee breaks
ACCOMODATION
Participants are free to choose their own accommodation. Wrocław is one of Poland’s most popular destinations, so we recommend booking accommodation in advance to ensure availability.
- In previous years, some participants stayed at the Sisters of Notre Dame House (more information available at: ndwroclaw@gmail.com). Bookings can also be made in English, although the website is only available in Polish.
- Others stayed at the Wratislavia Hostel, which is located about 25 minutes away on foot from the Summer School’s venue.
- Some participants chose to stay in the dormitories of the Wrocław University of Environmental and Life Sciences, from which the Summer School’s venue can be easily reached by public transport.
After registration, you will receive a link to a WhatsApp group that will help you connect with others who wish to rent an apartment or dorm room together: Contubernium tempore Scholarum Aestivarum.
You can register HERE.
If you have any inquiries, please send them to scholae.wratislavienses@ptf.edu.pl.
