The courses listed here offer great added value for radio makers. They are free of charge for Radio Summernight members. The courses are not a requirement for having your own programme on Radio Summernight. Project days for school classes
Producing live content and publishing radio features motivates pupils to engage with new topics and present what they have learned. During the project week, we show that media and technical devices are not only for entertainment but can also be used as working tools and practical aids. Pupils explore new media in depth and learn how to use them responsibly. Through research and guided discussion, participants discover both the opportunities and risks of new media.
Learn more about the programmeHoliday programme
Experience radio! Together with the other participants, you will prepare a radio programme and broadcast it live in the afternoon.
Over the course of one day, you will learn the basics of radio and journalism. You will discover how a radio station works and how music travels from the studio to listeners’ homes. During the course, you will plan a programme that will then be broadcast live. Together with us, you will write news items, conduct interviews and publish reports. This unforgettable day will introduce you to the full variety of radio journalism.
Do you organise a holiday programme? Contact us here to arrange a workshop with us.
Radio weekend
This course is for children and young people who would like to gain their first experience in radio. Over one weekend, participants learn the basics of radio and journalism.
Course fees
CHF 0 for Radio Summernight members
CHF 100 including meals for both days for non-members (become a member now)
The introductory course for radio beginners
The basic course is aimed at radio beginners. It teaches the essential fundamentals of workflows in a radio studio and studio technology. You will also learn the basics of presenting, interviewing and programme production. This highly practical course lets you apply the theory straight away: over approximately two evenings, you can produce a short programme on your own or as part of a team, which will then be broadcast on the radio.
Course dates 2026 We run an introductory course several times a month, usually in the evening or at the weekend. If you are interested, contact us using the button.
Course fees
CHF 0 for Radio Summernight members
CHF 260 for non-members (become a member now)
Advanced technical course
On this course day, participants deepen their technical skills in the broadcast studio based on their existing experience. Open questions are addressed and working techniques refined. The topics are tailored to the participants’ needs and the studio equipment. Options include advanced use of playout software, telephone interviews, combining presenting with music, operating the studio and improving programme flow.
Course dates 2026 We run an advanced technical course once a month, usually in the evening or at the weekend. If you are interested, contact us using the button.
Course fees
CHF 0 for Radio Summernight members
CHF 140 for non-members (become a member now)
Jingles / trailers
Jingles as a signature for your own programme and trailers promoting highlights are essential. A focused message, the right rhythm and that special something make all the difference. Producing a jingle or trailer also helps you improve your editing skills. Depending on the course location, you will work with the radio station’s editing software or your own software, such as Audacity or GarageBand, on your laptop.
Goal: Participants produce their own jingle or trailer, from recording and editing the audio to the finished product.
Course dates 2026 A jingle and trailer production course is currently being planned for summer 2026. If you are interested, contact us using the button.
Course fees
CHF 0 for Radio Summernight members
CHF 90 for non-members (become a member now)
Research module
The research module teaches and develops the fundamentals of researching radio programmes and features: from writing original texts and adapting existing ones to operating the studio, using production elements and conducting classic live conversations as a presenter. Participants gain deeper insight into everyday editorial work. They practise preparing their programmes appropriately and establish the basis for their personal presenting style. They also develop essential knowledge and a considered approach to using social media to promote their programme.
Course dates 2026 An editorial module is currently being planned for summer 2026. If you are interested, contact us using the button.
Course fees
CHF 0 for Radio Summernight members
CHF 360 for non-members (become a member now)
Podcast module
In the podcast module, you learn the fundamentals of producing a professional podcast, editing and publishing it, as well as how to promote your podcast.
Course dates 2026
We are planning to run the podcast module in spring 2026. If you are interested, contact us using the button below.
Course fees
CHF 0 for Radio Summernight members
CHF 160 for non-members (become a member now)
