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Complexity and Emergence in Economic and Social Systems

The Summer School in Complexity and Emergence in Economic and Social Systems is inspired by the pioneering approach of the Santa Fe Institute. This program introduces participants to the tools and ideas central to the study of complex adaptive systems.

Through a combination of lectures, hands-on coding sessions, and interdisciplinary discussions, participants will explore how emergent phenomena—such as financial crises, innovation diffusion, urban growth, and collective decision-making—arise from decentralized interactions among agents.

Many of today’s most pressing social and economic challenges exhibit emergent properties that traditional equilibrium-based methods struggle to explain.

This Summer School addresses that gap by equipping participants with state-of-the-art tools from complexity science, enabling them to analyze systems where collective behavior and adaptation drive outcomes.

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English

Program dates: July, 2026

Early bird deadline: April 15, 2026

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Discover all available Complexity and Emergence in Economic and Social Systems courses!

Summer School

Complexity and Emergence in Economic and Social Systems

Data-Driven (AI) Agent-Based Models for Economics

July 6-10, 2026

Summer School

Complexity and Emergence in Economic and Social Systems

Networks and Emergence in Complex Systems

July 6-10, 2026

Who attends BSE Complexity and Emergence in Economic and Social Systems program?

This program is designed for graduate students, early-career researchers, and advanced undergraduates in economics, sociology, political science, and applied mathematics who seek to apply complexity science to real-world systems.

Program Director

UAB and BSE

Pau Milán

UAB and BSE

PhD, Universitat Pompeu Fabra

Why study at BSE?

Top 3 Economic Research Department

Study with professors who produce top-ranking research in their fields.

World-renowned Faculty

Receive the highest quality training, with courses developed with students in mind.

Barcelona

One of Europe’s most popular cities, combine learning with culture for the best learning experience.

Why should you attend BSE Summer School?

All BSE Summer courses are taught to the same high standard as our Master’s programs.

1

Network with like-minded peers from around the world

2

Short courses allow you to learn without a big time commitment

3

Try something new, expand your knowledge and career prospects, and advance your thesis

Admissions Process

It’s important to check that you meet the entry requirements to take part in your chosen course.

Program dates: July 2026

Early bird deadline: April 15, 2026

Requirements

Successful candidates typically demonstrate one or more of the following in their application to our Summer School programs.

A strong background in Economics or a field closely related to the course topic (Statistics, Law, etc.)
Postgraduate degree or current Master’s/PhD studies related to the course topic
Relevant professional experience

Requirements for Complexity and Emergence in Economic and Social Systems courses

Please check individual course pages for more information

Mix and match your summer courses!

Remember that you can combine Complexity and Emergence in Economic and Social Systems Summer School courses with courses in any of the other BSE Summer School programs (schedule permitting). Maximise your learning this summer and take advantage of our multiple-course discount.

FAQ

Do you still have questions? Check out our FAQ section below! Or contact our Admissions Team.

Can I see the full Summer School calendar?

You can view the full Summer School calendar here.

How much does each Summer School course cost?

Fees for each course may vary. Please consult each course page for accurate information.

Are there any discounts available?

Yes, BSE offers a variety of discounts on its Summer courses. See more information about available discounts or request a personalized discount quote by email.