21.09.2026 – 25.09.2026

All BA and MA students at ESD Madrid are invited to take part in a unique, interdisciplinary one-week workshop in Évora, Portugal. Alongside students from Portugal and the Netherlands, you’ll explore the city as “ethno-tourists”, focusing on local stories, culture, and everyday social interactions.

What to expect?

Field research through drawing, photography, video, writing & interviews Collaborative co-creation with local communities Creation of teaser videos, visual essays and a public exhibition Work in small, diverse teams guided by mentors and professionals, connecting online before, during, and after a transformative week in Évora Your work will be showcased as part of the Évora European Capital of Culture 2027 programme and included in an international publication Travel and accommodation are supported Limited to 10 participants

Selection will be based on a balance between BA and MA students and a balanced distribution of interests. In the event of receiving more applications than available places, selection will be based on the evaluation of the motivation statement, English proficiency level, and average grade.

Interested?

To apply, please fill out this form
Deadline: 14:00 del 14/09/2026

If you have any questions, you can contact Marta Ruiz de León, Óscar Jiménez, or Ana García Angulo.
Contact: dae-evora@esdmadrid.es

Since this is an extracurricular project, you may miss some regular class hours. If you foresee any scheduling difficulties, please mention them in your application so that we can coordinate with the tutors involved.