We are delighted to announce the opening of registration for the 6th Joint Summer School in Information Science (JoSSIS 2026), an international summer school jointly organised by the University of Applied Sciences of the Grisons (FHGR, Switzerland), the University of Zadar (UNIZD, Croatia), and the University of Applied Sciences Burgenland (Austria).
JoSSIS brings together students from across Europe for an intensive and inspiring learning experience at the intersection of information science, technology, design, and innovation. Whether you want to deepen your academic knowledge, gain practical skills, or expand your international network, JoSSIS has something to offer.
📅 Registration opens:
15 January 2026 at 12:00 (CET)
Applications will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis, and the number of available places is limited. We strongly encourage interested students to register as early as possible.
📍 Why JoSSIS?
JoSSIS courses are designed to challenge and inspire you in a fun, open-minded, and collaborative learning environment. Alongside academic work, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow students, participate in informal social and sports activities, and enjoy life in Zadar, one of the most beautiful cities on the Adriatic coast.
🗓 Dates: 17–28 August 2026
📌 Location: University of Zadar, Croatia
Best of all, JoSSIS courses are free of charge for students from the three partner institutions (FHGR, UNIZD, and HAW Burgenland). Participants are only responsible for personal expenses such as travel, accommodation, and food.
🎓 JoSSIS 2026 Courses & Lecturers
Course 01: AI-Powered Qualitative Research in Innovation & Customer Experience
Lecturer: Josipa Bauser
In this course, students will learn how to utilise AI tools to collect, analyse, and visualise qualitative data to drive innovation and enhance customer experience.
Course 02: Browser Game Development
Lecturer: Franz Knipp
In this course, students will learn how to design and develop simple browser-based games, gaining hands-on experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and game frameworks—no prior programming knowledge required.
Course 03: Designing AI-Enabled Metadata and Ontology
Lecturer: Sam Oh
In this course, students will learn how to design interoperable metadata schemas and ontologies, and how to effectively use AI tools to support metadata modeling, application profiles, and semantic knowledge representation.
🚀 Don’t Miss Out!
JoSSIS 2026 offers a unique opportunity to learn from internationally recognised lecturers, work on cutting-edge topics, and connect with students from different countries and disciplines—all in an unforgettable summer setting.
👉 Mark your calendar for 15 January 2026 at 12:00 (CET) and secure your place at JoSSIS 2026 in Zadar!