UACES 56th Annual Conference 2026
Explore Prague For Our Annual Conference 2026
Join us in Prague for the UACES 56th Annual Conference, hosted in partnership with the Faculty of Social Sciences, Charles University. Our Annual Conference will bring together scholars, researchers, and practitioners in European Studies to share cutting-edge research, exchange ideas, and connect across disciplines.
This year’s conference will explore the ways Europe is constructed, contested, and reimagined in national discourses. Discussions will address how political narratives shape the public perceptions of European integration across member states and beyond. Throughout the programme and plenaries, participants will consider how national perspectives both challenge and enrich the vision of a shared, inclusive Europe.
Important Travel Update: The EU is introducing new biometric border checks for non-EU visitors, including UK nationals. Please review our guidance on what this means for your journey.
Why Prague?
Prague is one of Europe’s most vibrant and historic cities, blending a rich cultural heritage with a dynamic academic community. The conference will be held at the newly modernised Jinonice campus of Charles University, which offers excellent facilities just 15 minutes from the city centre. We hope that delegates will enjoy the perfect mix of academic discussion, exciting social and networking opportunities, and a chance to explore Prague’s iconic sights.
Save the Date
📅 When: Monday 7 – Wednesday 9 September 2026
📍 Where: Faculty of Social Sciences, Charles University, Prague
The Call For Papers will open in January, and UACES members benefit from exclusive discounted fees to attend the conference. Become a member now.
Call For Themed Tracks
We will soon be welcoming expressions of interest to convene a Themed Track during the conference. These will comprise a series of panels on related topics, covering any area of European Studies across multiple disciplines (eg law, politics, international relations, geography, history, sociology, economics). Themes should be broad enough to encompass a range of disciplinary and methodological approaches.
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Interested in sponsoring the Annual Conference?
Partnering with UACES is more than just visibility - it’s about positioning your organisation at the heart of European Studies, engaging with a network of academics, practitioners, and policymakers that influence the future of the field.
We offer flexible, customised partnership options to meet your specific objectives whether it’s brand alignment, audience engagement, or thought leadership positioning.
Important update for non-EU participants
As of April 2026, the European Union will fully implement its new Entry/Exit System (EES) – a digital border control system that replaces passport stamping with biometric registration, namely facial and fingerprint scans.
The system will apply to all non-EU visitors entering the Schengen Area, including UK citizens, on your first entry to the Schengen Zone. Once registered, subsequent crossings will be faster and require only identity verification.
What this means for delegates:
- On your first entry to the EU under the new system, you’ll be asked to provide biometric data (photo and fingerprints).
- The process is quick, secure, and done at border control, with no pre-registration needed. Once registered, you will not need to repeat the process on future visits.
- Please allow extra time at airports and train stations when entering the Schengen Area for the first time after the new system launches.
We recommend reviewing the official EU guidance here before travelling.