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Summer Schools and Short Programmes

If a year or semester abroad are not the right options for you, a Summer School or Short Programme can help you develop transferrable skills and gain valuable experience. Identified below are some summer schools to consider, offered by some of the world's top universities. However, students are not confined to participating in these summer schools.  We encourage you to review the following list of summer schools and short programmes and contact the Global Opportunities Team to discuss your options. 

The Summer School Study Abroad Handbook contains information ranging from how to identify the best programme for you to safety resources available to you while you are away. 

China

University

Further information

Fudan University

Summer Session

Dates: July 13th - August 7th 2026

35 content courses taught in English, 2 PE courses (Chinese Folk Dance and Chinese Kungfu) and 3 Chinese language courses at different levels. Includes various extracurricular and social activities such as Fudan Campus Tour, Ice-breaking, Shanghai City Exploration, Huangpu River Cruise, Company Visits, Chinese Dragon & Lion Dance, Chinese Calligraphy etc.

Cost: 400 CNY/person application fee & 19,800 CNY/person

Deadline: March 31st 2026 (nomination deadline)

Fudan University

Shanghai Summer School: Comparative Governance Programme for Neighbouring Countries

Dates: 3rd June - 20th June 2025

Aiming to deepen participants' understanding of Chinese governance, diplomacy and development strategies through a series of lectures, seminars and workshops delivered in English.

Cost: 12900 RMB

Deadline: May 18th 2025

Fudan University

Fudan International Winter Session 2025

Dates: 22nd December 2025 - 9th January 2026

10 courses taught in English and 3 Chinese language courses at different levels. Also includes various extracurricular and social activities such as Fudan Campus tour, Ice-breakers, Shanghai City Exploration, Hangpu River Cruise, Company Visits, Chinese Dragon & Lion Dance, Chinese Calligraphy etc. 

Cost: 15000 RMB

Deadline: November 24th 2025

 

Peking University

Doing Business in China

Dates: May 19th - June 1st 2024/June 9th - June 22nd 2024

Programme focusing on Chinese Economy and New Technology & Business Transformation. Students have the opportunity to understand business & economic trends & developments in China through academic lectures, engage with industry leaders in China through visits and guest speakers, learn about China's entrepreneurship and innovation scene and learn from peers and forge cross-cultural friendships through social events.

Cost: 

  • Program Tuition: CNY 28,000 (approximately USD 3,850/EUR 3,650)
  • Program Fee: CNY 22,000 (approximately USD 3,000/ EUR 2,800)

 

Deadline:

May 10, 2024 for May Program
May 20, 2024 for June Program

 

Tsinghua University

IEDA Summer School

Dates: July 5th - July 24th 2024 

The Industrial Engineering and Data Analytics Summer School is a 10 day summer school to provide participants with a general idea about Industrial Engineering and Data Analytics as well as a basic understanding on the systematic operation mode of Chinese industries. Opportunities to take Industrial Engineering, Data Analytics and Engineering Management courses/lectures whilst exploring significant enterprises of Chinses logistics and manufacturing in Beijing, Tianjin and other cities in China. Includes visits to manufacturing/logistics hubs & the studies of Chinese culture and society, 

Cost: 2000 RMB

Deadline: May 15th 2024

 

Tsinghua University

Tsinghua Environmental Summer School

Dates: 28th June - 12th July 2025

Summer school with the theme of environmental protection & sustainable development. Students look at solving real environmental issues with international peers via interdisciplinary courses and hands-on visits to cutting-edge environmental facilities.

Cost: Free (participants pay for flights, accommodation and living costs)

Deadline: 26th May 2025

Shanghai Jiao Tong University

SJTU Summer Research Internship

Dates: 30th June - 10th August 2025

178 research projects covering 28 fields, including: mechanical engineering, electronic information and electronic engineering, agriculture and pharmacy etc. The internships are 6-week and students have a chance to attend the paper-writing process and serve as a co-author on one publication. 

Cost: Tuition fee waived

Deadline: 30th May 2025

Shanghai Jiao Tong University

Global Summer School

Dates: 30th June - 13th July 2025

Opportunities for students to learn about China through academic and cultural immersion. A range of courses in various disciplines are provided, including: Aerospace Engineering, Environmental, Social and Governance Solutions for Resource and Climate Management, Food Science and Global Health and Chinese Law, with each course accompanied by Chinese language courses. Students can also participate in local excursions, cultural activities and field trips. 

Cost: 400 CNY application fee (tuition fee depends on each programme)

Deadline: 30th May 2025

Shanghai Jiao Tong University

Exploring AIGC in Cultural and Creative Industries

Dates: 30th June - 13th July 2025

Focusing on the multimodel applications of generative artificial intelligence technologies in the cultural and creative industries. Covers modules on text generation, image and video production, sound creation and commercialisation pathways. Through theoretical learning, hands-on experiences and visits to cultural and creative enterprises students will enhance their interdisciplinary practical skills and creative literacy.

Cost: 9500 CNY

Deadline: 30th May 2025

 

Shanghai Jiao Tong University

Antai College of Economics and Management

Dates: 7th July - 25th July 2025

3 week programme integrating frontier knowledge of Antai Faculty and insights from corporate executives to offer a comprehensive view of Chinese business and culture in a globally engaging way. Featuring academic lectures, corporate workshops and cultural activities to help students better understand Chinese business and its ecology. 

Deadline: 30th May 2025

 

Shanghai Jiao Tong University

Entrepreneurship Programme 

Dates: 30th June - 13th July 2025

2-week bootcamp integrating innovation entrepreneurship with industry knowledge to cultivate future leaders at Grand Neo Bay. The Grand Neo Bay for entrepreneurs includes equipping students with a solid knowledge base in technology entrepreneurship, mentoring opportunities with successful entrepreneurs and innovation while stimulating their innovative thinking and creative potential. 

Cost: 30,000 CNY 

Deadline: 30th May 2025

Shanghai Jiao Tong University

Physics Summer Programme: The Largest and the Smallest

Dates: 7th July - 18th July 2025

The Largest and the Smallest represent the two extremes of the universe, one being the vast cosmos and the other being the tiny fundamental particles. Although they are vastly different, they are intricately connected to some extent. To understand the essence of this connection, a deep understanding of the fundamental physical laws of the universe is requires. This event will revolve around the vast and the miniscule. Taught in English, there will be: 32 hours of specialised courses, a series of lectures, team research practice projects, Shanghai exploration and cultural and sports activities. 

Cost: 15,000 RMB

Deadline: 25 April 2025

 

China Foreign Affairs University

China Study Summer School

Dates: 4th June - 17th June 2025

Opportunity for students to gain a comprehensive and in-depth understanding of China's national conditions while engaging with our academic community. 

Cost: 3,500 yuan

Deadline: 25th April 2025 (nomination deadline)

Hong Kong

University

Further information

Hong Kong Polytechnic University

PolyU International Summer School 2025

Dates:
Session 1:
 2nd July - 30th July 2025
Session
2: 14th July - 13th August 2025

Offering a diversified range of subjects from three thematic learning tracks where students can take up to one subject. The three themes on offer are: Chinese Language, Culture & Society, Design, Innovation & Technology and Business, Entrepreneurship & Global Leadership.

Cost: HK$550 administration fee (approx. US$70) (tuition fee waiver available)

Deadline: 
Session 1: 
14th March 2025
Session
2: 
31st March 2025

Chinese University of Hong Kong

Summer @ CUHK

Dates: 
July Session:
22nd June - 30th July 2025
August Session:
3rd August - 24th August 2025

July Session
5-week July session where students can take up to two courses across: Environment, Science & Technology, Exploring Hong Kong, Global Business and Management, Society & Human Interaction, Understanding China and Chinese Language.

August Session
3-week August session offering two courses of intensive Chinese language training in Putonghua at various levels. The programme will provide students with the opportunity to acquire pragmatic competence in the Chinese language through classroom learning and immersion activities. 

Cost: Course dependent

Deadline: 30th April (July Session)/31st May 2025 (August session)

Chinese University of Hong Kong

International Summer School 2025

Dates: 
July Session:
 22nd June - 30th July 2025
August Session: 3rd - 24th August 2025

July Session: Five-week session where students can take up to two courses taught in English across various areas of study, including: Environment, Science and Technology, Exploring Hong Kong, Global Business and Management, Society and Human Interaction, Understanding China and Chinese Language.

August Session: Three-week session offering two courses of intensive Chinese language training in Putonghua at various levels. The programme provides opportunities to acquire pragmatic competence in the Chinese language through class-room learning and immersion activities.

Cost: Check partner website

Deadline: 30th April 2025 for July session/31st May 22025 for August session

Hong Kong University

HKU Summer Institute

Dates: June 16th - August 15th 2025

A series of diverse, interdisciplinary immersive programmes that cover a range of fields. The include: AI, Creative Industries, Climate Education, Entrepreneurship, Digital Transformation, Multi-location, Sustainability, and Research. Also offering numerous faculty programmes in Data Science, Journalism & Media, Science and Social Sciences. 

Cost: 2,900 HKD programme fee & 400 HKD for the first programme

Deadline: March 21st 2025

Hong Kong University

Creativity, Innovation & Entrepreneurship in China (Virtual Programme)

Dates: 10th June - 18th June 2025

Online programme for students who would like to acquire an in-depth understanding on the latest development and trend of business, economy, finance, creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship in the Greater Bay Area of China. 

Cost: 9,750 HKD 

Deadline: April 23rd 2025

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

HKUST Summer School

Dates: 
Session 1:
 11th June 2026 - 10th July 2026
Session 2: 9th July 2026 - 7th August 2026

Offering a variety of courses that can be found here. Students on one session can take 1-2 courses whilst student on two sessions can take a maximum of 3 courses.

Cost: Dependent on number of sessions

Deadline: 15th February 2026 (to be nominated)

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

Innovation in Hong Kong and Mainland Chin (with Study Trip)

Dates: July 14th - August 8th 2025

Thematic courses providing students with the opportunity to explore the cutting-edge innovation and technology landscape of Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area. The course will feature engaging lectures offering insights into the latest trends and developments in the business and technology sector. Participants will also embark on a study trip to Mainland China visiting renowned companies which may include Huawei, DJI and BYD in the Greater Bay Area. This course is offered during sessions 2 of the HKUST Summer School and so students should apply to the HKUST Summer School to enrol in this course.

Cost: Dependent on number of sessions

Deadline: March 5th 2025 (to be nominated)

Wuhan University

Luojia Global Summer School

Dates: 30th June - 6th July 2025

Programme 1: Asian Architectural Culture and Heritage

Programme 2: Cultural Heritage and Global Perspectives

Cost: Check programme website

Deadline: 30th April 2025 (nomination deadline)

 

Japan

University

Further information

University of Tokyo 

UTokyo Global Unit Courses

Dates: Mid June - Late July 2025 (Course dependent)

Short-term intensive courses spanning from humanities to social sciences to STEM subjects taught entirely in English. There is also the option of Japanese language courses.

Cost: JPY 180,000 (1-unit course)/JPY 360,000(2-unit course) & JPY 5,000 application fee

Deadline: March 14th 2025

Akita International University

Japanese Language and Cultural Immersion Programme: Advanced

Dates: 7th January 2026 - February 12th 2026

6-week intensive Japanese language course combining Japanese Language learning with academic study of the unique circumstances, current issues and cultural assets of rural Japanese society. 

Cost: JPY 455,000

Deadline: 10th October 2025 (to be nominated)

Waseda University

Waseda Summer Session

Dates: June 16th - July 24th 2025

Opportunity to explore academic interests/Japanese unique cultures, choosing 2 or 3 subjects out of 16 courses in the context of Japan and Asia Pacific. There will also be a lot of extracurricular activities such as Japanese language exercises, field trips, site visits and cultural events.

Cost: JPY 672,000 ( 2 courses with accommodation)/JPY 405,000 (2 courses without accommodation)

Deadline: March 27th 2025

Kyoto University

Kyoto Summer Programme

Dates: July 24th - August 9th 2025

Two sub-programmes with one offered in English and one in Japanese. The curriculum for both includes: Academic Lectures, Japanese Classes, Fieldwork and Student Interaction.

Cost: TBC

Deadline: April 21st 2025

 

Musashino University

Musashino Japanese Studies Programme

Dates: 28th February - 21st April 2025

Combines classroom study and experiential learning outside the classroom to learn more about the Japanese culture and enhance communication skills in Japanese. The programme offers opportunities to interact with Japanese students and experience Japanese traditional culture such as yukata wearing and handcrafting. 

Cost: TBC

Deadline: March 31st 2025 (for nominations)

Doshisha Women's College

2026 Language Immersion Course

Dates: 
Term A:
May 18th to June 12th, 2026 (4 weeks)
Term B: June 22nd to July 17th, 2026 (4 weeks)
Term A & B: May 18th to July 17th, 2026 (9 weeks)
There is a one-week break between the terms.

2 four-week programmes which offer introductory Japanese language courses to students whose first language is not Japanese. Students will have full access to all the facilities available on campus and in addition to classroom studies, students can experience multiple fieldtrips during the course, which includes tours of Kyoto.

Only open to FEMALE UG students.

Cost: ¥136,200 per term

Deadline: February 20th 2026

Taiwan

University

Further information

National Chengchi University

'Global Immersion in Asia'  - Taiwan Insights 

Dates: 
Session 1: 
May 18th - May 24th 2025
Session 2: July 27th - August 2nd 2025

Exploration of Asian business dynamics and cultural innovation with a multi-disciplinary curriculum. Students will gain insights into the economic landscape, innovation and leadership practices that define Taiwan's place in the global market. Coursework combined with practical applications, enabling participants to engage in various business fields such as leadership, entrepreneurship, innovation, intellectual property management and international business strategies.

Cost: $600 USD

Deadline: May 20th 2025 (for nomination for session 2)

National Taiwan University

NTU International Summer Law Programme

Dates: July 3rd - 23rd 2025

Three weeks of intensive courses focusing on modern data law and its practical applications. The curriculum covers key topics, including data processing, cross-border data transfer, blockchain-based data technologies and advanced methodologies like AI-driven legal studies, equipping students with essential skills for navigating the evolving legal landscape.

Cost: $3,200 USD

Deadline: May 10th 2025

Singapore

University

Further information

Singapore Management University

Global Summer Programme 2025

Dates: 
Session 1: 23rd June - 18th July 2025
Session 2: 7th July - 1st August 2025

Offers 3 specialised tracks with over 20 courses:
- Asian Insights
- Digital Intelligence
- Sustainable Futures

Participants will gain valuable insights through interactive lessons, engaging guest speakers, company visits and field trips, offering real-world perspectives in their fields of study. The programme offers cross-cultural exchange, enabling participants to connect with peers from diverse backgrounds & immerse themselves in Singapore's vibrant culture while enhancing both their academic & professional development.

Cost: 150 SGD application fee, 230 SGD miscellaneous & 3270/5450 SDG tuition fees

Deadline: April 15th 2025

 

Nanyang Technological University

GEM Trailblazer Summer Programme

Dates: 
2-week programme: 19th June 2026 - 4th July 2026/2nd July 2026 - 18th July 2026
4-week programme: 19th June 2026 - 18th July 2026

Choose from a range of courses including Arts & Humanities, Korean Studies, Business & Economics, Social Sciences, Korean Language, East Asian Studies and Science and Technology. 

Cost: Dependent on course

Deadline: 15th March 2026 (to be nominated)

South Korea

University

Further information

Yonsei University

Yonsei International Summer School

Dates: 30th June - 23rd July 2025 (or until August 6th 2025 for 6-week programme)

Choose from a range of courses including Arts & Humanities, Korean Studies, Business & Economics, Social Sciences, Korean Language, East Asian Studies and Science and Technology. 

Cost: See application on website (depends on courses)

Deadline: May 8th 2025 (Early Bird Reward until March 13th 2025)

Yonsei University

Winter Abroad

Dates: December 26th 2025 - January 16th 2025

3-week winter program at our Sinchon campus for international students who would like to enjoy the winter in Seoul. Focusing on academic achievement with various courses and provides opportunities to travel around Seoul and experience Korean culture, such as the DMZ tour, SKI trip, and Korean cooking class.

Cost: 
1 course: 1,870,000 KRW
2 courses: 3,070,000 KRW
3 courses: 3,870,000 KRW

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE

Deadline: 13th November 2025

Seoul National University

Seoul International Winter School

Dates: 8th February - 21st February 2026

OA short-term programme combining Korean language classes, Korean studies lectures and hands-on cultural experiences in the heart of Seoul. Lectures on Korea cover topics such as K-Pop, K-Drama & Movies, K-Cafes, Food & Drink Culture and UNESCO World Heritage sites in Korea. Also includes cultural activities such as: field trips, welcome and farewell parties, 'Design Your Own Seoul' activities and interaction with Korean Peer Advocates.

Cost: 2,200,000 KRW

Deadline: 31st December 2025

Ewha Womans University

Ewha International Summer College

Dates: 
Session 1 June 27th - July 24th 2025
Session 2 August 4th - August 18th 2025

Session 1 - Students can choose to take up to 2 courses, one from each period. Courses range from: Korean Ceramics, Visual Journal, Korean Traditional Dance, Contemporary Issues in Korean Culture, Women in Korean History & Criminal Psychology: Exploring the Mind of Criminals.

Session 2 - 2-week course with introductory Korean studies, providing an opportunity to learn Korean Language, culture and society. 

Cost: 3,000,000 KRW for 2 courses / 2,000,000 KRW 

Deadline: May 15th 2025

EWHA Womans University

EWHA International Winter College

Dates: 24th December 2024 - January 10th 2025

A variety of courses taught in English, a Korean Language Course and Field Trips and Activities.

Cost: 
Application Fee:
100,000 KRW
Tuition: 
1,400,000 KRW (1 course)/2,400,000 (2 courses)
On-Campus Dormitory:
550,000 KRW

Deadline: Applications open August 5th - November 22nd 2024

Sungkyunkwan University

Winter International Student Experience 2025-26

Dates: 22nd December 2025 - 1st September 2026

Offering students the opportunity to learn from SKKU professors and guest lecturers, experience Korean culture through field trips, hands-on workshops and language lessons and connect globally and meet peers from around the world. 

Cost: See application on website (depends on courses)

Deadline: 30th November 2025/Early-bird offer 31st October

 

Jeonbuk National University

The Feeling Korea Winter Programme

Dates: 26th January - 6th February 2026

A 2-week programme with where participants can experience, Korean Language Classes and Korean cultures with the aim of students gaining a deeper understanding of Korea. Also includes activities such as Taekwondo & Bimbimbap and field trips to Seoul & Muju.

Cost: $1000

Deadline: 5th December 2025

 

 

 

Thailand

University

Further information

Chulalongkorn University

NextGen Business Immersive Camp

Dates: 21st - 25th July 2025

Open to Year 1 & 2 Business School students only.  (Final year students and students who have previously studied abroad are precluded)

Bringing together international and local students to explore key business themes in the Thai and Southeast Asian context. Students will experience workshops with local entrepreneurs at a historic venue, engaging business sessions, real-world learning in a vibrant historic Bangkok community and fun extracurricular activities and cultural experiences. 

Cost: FREE with accommodation provided (travel, insurance and all other related costs to be paid by students)

Deadline: Nomination 30th May from Exeter (2 places available) APPLY HERE

Australia

University

Further information

University of Sydney

2025 Short-term programme

Dates: 19th June - 26th July 2025

Spend 5 weeks in Sydney, joining a cohort of students from all over the world. The short-term programme has a diverse range of classes across faculties, including Business Practicum, Sustainability & Internship programmes.

Cost: $3,150 AUD for 1-unit of study or $6,300 AUD for 2 units of study

Deadline: 31st March 2025

University of Sydney

Sydney Sustainability Program

Dates: TBC

Credit-bearing coursework on sustainability, alongside a series of challenges and exclusive workshops structured around five of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), with completion resulting in a Digital Badge.

Cost: TBC

Deadline: Send enquiries and applications to sydneyabroad.specialprograms@sydney.edu.au.

Deakin University

Australia Studies Summer School (January Summer School)

Dates: 7th January - 27th January 2024 

Insight into the country's history, politics, culture, economy and international relations. Providing an international perspective on diversity and difference in Australian society through studies of popular culture, histories, settlement, landscape and people. 

Cost: AUD $4,775. 

Deadline: Nominations util 15th October & application deadline 30th October

University of Adelaide

Winter School 2025

Dates: 27th June 2025 - 26th July 2025

Courses taught in intensive mode over a period of 1-4 weeks across different faculties. Students can enrol in 1 or 2 courses. 

Cost: dependent on units

Deadline: 15h April 2025 (nomination deadline)

 

Canada

University

Further information

University of British Columbia

Vancouver Summer Program

Dates: 
June session: June 5th - July 5th 2026 
July Session: July 17th - August 17th 2026

Offering over 50 course packages in a range of disciplines. Students can study 2 uniquely designed courses, engage in Vancouver social and cultural activities and live on campus in student residences. No English language tests required, students just need to be proficient in English.

Cost: See programme website

Deadline:
June programme: March 13th 2026
July programme: April 17th 2026

   
HEC Montreal

Business French Summer School (BFSS)

Dates: 6th July - 31st July 2026

4-week intensive program focusing on professional French, offering beginner to advanced level classes. Includes interactive oral communication workshops revolving around competencies and themes in connection with the French-speaking business world.

Cost: $2,061 CAD

Deadline: June 17th 2026

HEC Montreal

French and Business Winter School

Dates: January 29th - February 16th 2024

3 week programme for students to immerse themselves in the French language (beginner to pre-intermediate levels) and explore in English the world of business in an international context. Range of activities including French language classes, business conferences and company visits in English and students ca embrace the Canadian winter with activities such as a dog sledding ride, cross-country skiing and a tour of Quebec city.

Cost: $2095 (can be paid in 2 instalments)

Deadline: November 15th 2023 

University of Alberta

International Summer Program

Dates: 10th July - 4th August 2023

4-week programme which combines Canadian Studies, Intercultural Learning, Graduate Research Exposure and some volunteering experiences

Cost: $4600 CAD

Deadline: See programme website

University of Calgary

Calgary International Summer Program

Dates: 3rd July - 28th July 2023

4-week program for international students with either ESL + One Academic Course or two Academic courses on offer. 

Cost: CA $3950-4850

Deadline: See programme website

Université du Québec à Montréal.

Language Immersion Programmes

Dates: 7th July - 25th July 2025 / 28th July - 15th August 2025

Immersions into Québec culture through a 3/6 week course for students to improve their French or English. 50 hours of immersive training to improve oral and written skills. 

Cost: CA $1160

Deadline: May 26th 2025/June 16th 2025

University of Victoria

International Summer Institute for Business Management

Dates: 
Session A:
 July 3rd - July 24th 2025
Session B: August 4th - August 22nd 2025

An intensive three or four-week programme taught by professors from the Gustavson School of Business open to undergraduate students from an faculty. The programme pairs theoretical concepts with experiential learning covering topics such as: Business Communication, Entrepreneurship, Service Management and International Business. 

Cost: 
Session A: 
$5,950
Session B: 
$5,700

Deadline: 
Session A:
June 14th 2025
Session B: 
July 11th 2025

Costa Rica

University

Further information

University of Costa Rica

Spanish and Costa Rican Culture Programme

Dates: July 1st - August 1st 2024

Students will be enrolled in a Spanish Language Course (45 hours) aimed at students with no prior knowledge or some basic notions in order to reach a Spanish level equivalent to A1. 

Cost: $4000

Deadline: May 17th 2024

USA

University

Further information

University of California, Santa Cruz

International Student Research Programme

Dates: June 22nd - August 14th 2026 (8 weeks)

Students are able to engage in a life-changing research internship at UC Santa Cruz under the guidance of a faculty member. Students gain valuable insight into US research techniques whilst enhancing qualifications in technical and research methodologies. Students may also have opportunities to contribute to research publications during or following their internship.

Cost: $975

Deadline: January 30th 2026

 

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)

Summer Sessions

Dates: June 23rd - September 12th 2025

Over 800 in-person courses, ranging from 6-10 weeks. 

Cost: $350 ($385 per unit)

Deadline: May 1st 2025

 University of South Florida

Summer @ USF

Dates: TBC

Choose from a range of USF courses as a non-degree seeking student, with transferrable credits to your home university.

Cost: TBC

Deadline: TBC

UC Berkeley 

UC Berkeley Summer Sessions

Dates: Dependent on program

UC Berkeley is offering 6 different summer programmes with over 600 classes to choose from.

Cost: See 'international fees' section on website

Deadline: Dependent on program

Washington University
in St Louis

Summer Session

Dates: Range of sessions to choose from

College of Arts & Sciences gives students the opportunity to explore, innovate and immerse themselves in rich academic experiences. 

Cost: $1180/unit

Deadline: TBA

William & Mary

Summer Academic Sessions

Dates: 
Session 1: 30th May - 30th June 2023
Session 2: 4th July - 4th august 2023
Session 3: 30th May - 4th August 2023

Each summer William & Mary offers 180 courses in summer sessions - students will benefit from smaller class sizes and closer working relationships with faculty and their peers.

Cost: See programme website

Deadline: Applications due at least 10 days before the start of classes

The New School

United Nations Summer Study

Dates: 5th June - 21st July 2023

3 program options for understanding the United Nations system and preparation for international careers. UNSS takes you beyond a narrow focus on security & diplomacy to investigate human rights, peacekeeping, environmental & reform issues and more. 

Cost: Dependent on program

Deadline: Rolling until 31st March 2023

Brazil

University

Further information

Fundação dom Cabral

Business for Social Impact Summer School

Dates: July 14th - July 19th 2025

Covering topics such as: Socio-environmental reality in the world and Brazil, the role of society, professional and business in transforming realities, way to generate positive impact via business, sustainable business: integrating social and environmental values, social enterprises and social impact businesses, worldwide movements for positive impact through business, impact investing: funding social impact business initiatives and design thinking for creating social impact business models.

Cost: 3 tuition fee waived places available with accommodation, breakfast and lunch

Deadline: Rolling (Apply online internationaloffice@fdc.org.br)

Chile

University

Further information

 Universidad Adolfo Ibanez

Short Thematic Programs

Dates: July 2023

3-week programmes offered for Business and Economy, Engineering and Science, Management and International Relations courses, complemented with site visits and cultural activities. 

Cost: Contact university

Deadline: Rolling

 Universidad Adolfo Ibanez

Intensive Spanish Program (ISP)

Dates: July 2023

Spend 1 or 2 weeks in Chile learning Spanish, with courses offered for Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced speakers. In-class workshops and site visits included in the course.

Cost: Contact university

Deadline: Rolling

Tecnologico de Monterrey

ITESM Summer School

Dates: 26th June - 28th July 2023

Spend 4-5 weeks in Mexico learning about the culture, participating in research projects, understanding Mexican business culture and learning Spanish.

Cost: Check programme website

Deadline: Rolling

Colombia

Universidad de los Andes

International Summer School

Dates: June 3rd - July 11th 2025 (dependent on courses taken)

A two-month programme that offers students the opportunity to attend innovative management courses. The programme offers a variety of two-week courses taught during June and July. All courses are delivered in English.

Cost: Check programme website

Deadline: April 10th 2025

Ecuador

University

Further information

 Tulane University

Tulane Interdisciplinary Environmental Research & Action Program

Dates: May 25th - June 8th 2024/July 23rd - August 6th 2024

An immersive experience focused on community-based approaches to conservation. Two week courses based at FCAT, a community-led reserve and learning laboratory in northwest Ecuador. Students work with instructors and local residents to design, implement and write up inderdisciplinary research projects that directly inform FCAT's conservation programmes. 

Cost: $4,500 + airfare

Deadline: March 1st 2024

 

Mexico

University

Further information

Universidad de las Américas Puebla

Summer Sessions

Dates: May 28th - June 24th 2025

Summer programme focusing on International Migrations and Human Rights.

Cost: tbc

Deadline: tbc

Tecnologico de Monterrey

Spanish & Mexico: Mexican Culture or Business in Mexico

Dates: 29th June 2026 - 24th July 2026

Learn Spanish in Mexico at beginner, intermediate or advanced levels and delve into the tapestry of Mexican culture or gain insights into conducting business in Mexico.

Cost: Depends on programme

Deadline: May 15th 2026 (Nomination Deadline)

Tecnologico de Monterrey

iSummerMX 2026

Dates: 29th June 2026 - 25th July 2026

4-week programme travelling around Mexico, visiting several Tec de Monterrey campuses in different cities. Four routes to choose from: Global Business, Developing Economics in Motion, Mexican Cultural Heritage and Social Challenges and Beyond Boarders.

Cost: $2,450

Deadline: May 8th 2026 (Nomination Deadline)

 

ITAM

2025 Bootcamp

Dates: June 9th - 21st June 2025

An intensive 2-week programme from the EPIC Lab at ITAM and based on the 24-step methodology developed by Bill Aulet, Director of the Martin Trust Center for MIT Entrepreneurship. Each edition counts with the participation of an entrepreneur in Residence from the Martin Trust Center, who is tasked with teaching the methodology.

Cost: $600

Deadline: check programme website

Austria

University

Further information

Universitat Vien

Univie: Summer School

Dates: July 13th - August 10th 2024

Four-week programme offering European studies courses, the Austrian Arbitration Academy and German Language Courses.

Cost: 2490 EUR

Deadline: March 31st 2024 (Contact outbound@exeter.ac.uk for the application form)

University of Graz

Graz International Summer School

Dates: June 30th - July 13th 2024

Two-week summer school with a castle campus atmosphere with lectures, 7 individual seminars and evening events. Offers an all-inclusive package (tuition, meals, accommodation, extra-curricular programme and a Graz excursion).

Cost: Check university website.

Deadline: February 25th 2024

University of Bern

Co-designing pathways for Transformative Change [ONLINE]

Dates: 26th - 30th January 2026

An online Winter School on Sustainable Development for Bachelor's and Master's students. The aim of the Summer School is to empower students to act in the face of global challenges. Experienced sustainability researchers will highlight the most important development issues in their respective fields. Presentations will be alternated with study time.

Cost: CHF 225

Deadline: October 15th 2025

 

Belgium

University

Further information

University of Antwerp

Antwerp Summer University

Dates: Ranging from July - September 2025: check individual summer school for specific dates

The University of Antwerp offers multiple summer schools on a variety of courses, including: Children's Literature, Digital Humanities, Summer School on Vaccinology, Summer School on Animal Law, Rights & Representation, Responsible Fashion Management, Software testing and many others.

Cost: Course dependent

Deadline: Course dependent

 

Denmark

University

Further information

Aarhus University

AU Summer University

Dates:
Term 1: July 2nd - July 18th 2025
Term 2: July 23rd - August 8th 2025

Courses in a diverse number of academic areas, including Media, Humanities, Sciences, Economics, Law and Management.

Cost: Course dependent

Deadline: Applications open February 3rd 2025 and the nomination deadline is March 11th 2025

Copenhagen Business School

CBS Summer University

Dates: 22nd June - 31st July 2026 (dependent on course)

Option to do 2-week courses, 3-week courses or 6-week courses. 
•    Offering both bachelor and graduate courses within classic business disciplines, but also combined with courses in more diverse disciplines.

Cost: Dependent on Course

Deadline: 14th April 2026

Finland

University

Further information

Hanken School of Economics

Hanken & LUSEM Nordic Winter School on Sustainability

Dates: 12th January - 23rd January 2026
Hanken 12th January - 16th January 2026
LUSEM (Lund University School of Economics and Management) 19th January - 23rd January 2026

A collaborative Winter School with Hanken School of Economics and Lund University School of Economics and Management. A intensive 2-week programme with one week in Lund, Sweden and one week in Helsinki in Finland. Lund course: From Bitcoins to Biases and Helsinki course: Sustainable Finance.

Cost: Approximate costs on website

Deadline: October 1st 2025 (nomination deadline)

France

University

Further information

Kedge Business School

Kedge International Summer School
(Bordeaux, Marseille an d Paris)

Dates: June 2nd - July 25th 2025

46 open enrollment summer school packages: 4 in Marseille and 2 in Paris with a mix of Business and Management courses alongside social activities, cultural trips and company visits every week. Students can choose to follow a set package or mix & match courses to create a hybrid programme.

Deadline: May 15th 2025

Kedge Business School

Winter School 

Dates: January 12th - January 23rd 2026

Students will have the opportunity to deepen their knowledge on disruptive technologies, be part of an international community of students and explore Paris. Join for 1 week or for both.
Week 1:   Business Intelligence & Analytics
Week 2:   Creating Customer Value with Innovative Technologies

Cost: €1000 per course or € 1800 for the 2-week programme

Deadline: November 29th 2025 

Grenoble Ecole de Management

International Summer School 2026

Dates: 
May 19th-29th 2026 (Small and Family Business)
May 20th - 4th June 2026 (International Perspectives in Marketing)
May 18th star 2026 (French Language and Culture)

Undergraduate students need to have completed at least 2 years of study in any discipline. The programme will take place in Grenoble and Paris. 

Small and Family Business encourages students to explore entrepreneurial strengths and understand how to turn an idea into a successful proposition and learn how to generate and evaluate a business idea, present business plans and assess funding to plan the growth of your company.

The International Marketing programme is for students to discover how global companies are using cultures and to acquire analytical, strategic and promotional tools to optimize marketing performance whilst discovering the success of a famous international company through case studies.

Cost: EUR 4950 for the full UG International Summer programme including: tuition fees, accommodation and breakfast)

Deadline: 1st April 2026

Grenoble Ecole de Management

Globally Aware Manager Summer School

Dates: June 23rd - July 4th 2025

2 weeks in Grenoble studying Social Responsibility in International Business alongside a course in Sustainability Transition in International Business.

Cost: 2,500 EUR

Deadline: June 2nd 2025

INSA Rennes

INSA-ENSAI Summer School (engineering focused)

Dates: May 17th - June 17th 2024

Intensive courses in French Language and cultural studies, learning about France and it's culture whilst learning how to speak the language.

Cost: Check programme website (tuition waver for the EUR 1000 fee) 

Deadline: March 15th 2024

Rennes 2 University

French Language and Culture Courses

Dates: 24/06/2024 - 12/07/2024 (different dates for different courses)

18 hours in French lessons per week to make progress in written and oral comprehension and expression for all levels including beginners. One excursion per week to discover Brittany and cultural outings (cinema, museum, festival etc.)

Cost: 650 EUR

Deadline: 31st May 2024 

Audenica Business School, Nantes

Summer Programme

Dates: May 19th - July 11th 2025 (course dependent) 

Taught in English, a fully modular and flexible programme with each module lasting 1 week. Students can complete the entire 8-week programme or pick a week that fits their needs and interests.

Cost: 100 EUR

Deadline: April 1st 2025 (to be nominated via Exeter) 

Audencia Business School

Winter Programme

Dates: January 6th - 24th 2025

Spend up to 3 week on campus in France with 1 module per week and 7 business and management modules to choose from. The programme is entirely in English with optional extracurricular activities.

Cost: 100 EUR

Deadline: November 5th 2024 (to be nominated via Exeter) 

EDHEC Business School

The Business of Luxury

Dates: June 23rd - July 4th 2025

Courses taught in English with the opportunity to understand the luxury industry, services and brands and learning the key principles of management in the luxury industry to manage customer experience. The first week is dedicated to foundations and in the second week students can specialise in one of the following tracks:
- Fine Perfumes & Luxury Beauty or
- Luxury Hospitality and Ultra-Luxury

Cost: 650 EUR services fees & 2650 EUR tuition fee

Deadline: March 20th 2025

NEOMA Business School

Winter Sport Programme

Dates: January 5th - 16th January 2026

Short programme offering the opportunity to: gain valuable insights into the French success story of sport event management, attend conferences with major sport federations and international event organisers, visit iconic venues such as Stade de France and Roland Garros. 

Cost: 1,800 EUR (incl. 900 EUR activity fees, accommodation and flights not included)

Deadline: 1st November 2025

TBS

International Summer School

Dates: 

  • 1400 euro : 2-week program in Toulouse (1 class per cycle - 7 ECTS)
    • Cycle 1: 22 June - 05 July 2025
    • Cycle 2: 06 July - 19 July 2025

  • 2800 euro* : 3-week program | Barcelona (2 classes - 14 ECTS)
    • 07 - 25 July 2025

  • 3750 euro : 4-week program | Toulouse: (up to 3 classes - 21 ECTS)
    • 22 June - 19 July 2025

  • 4200 euro* : 5-week program | Toulouse-Barcelona (up to 3 classes - 21 ECTS)
    • 22 June - 25 July 2025

Deadline: Course dependent

TBS

Winter School Programme

Dates: 5th January - 23rd January 2026

Business and management courses with the opportunity to discover France. Students will meet with companies to understand how business is done in Europe. There will be coaching sessions, hands-on projects and group work to help students work cross-culturally. 

Cost: 2350 EUR - 4660 EUR (Dependent on location)

Deadline: 30th November 2025

Sorbonne University

The Summer University 

Dates: 30th June - 25th July 2025

Courses in French as a foreign language and conferences given by teacher-researchers from its community. 4 weeks of weekly themed lectures (5x3 hour sessions from Monday to Friday) on a variety of subjects as well as FLE courses. 

Cost: 380 EUR

Deadline: February 28th 2024

Institut Mines-Télécom Business School

Winter School 25-26

Dates: 12th January - 24th January 2026

Courses in French as a foreign language and conferences given by teacher-researchers from its community. 4 weeks of weekly themed lectures (5x3 hour sessions from Monday to Friday) on a variety of subjects as well as FLE courses. 

Cost: 2500 EUR

 

Germany

University

Further information

KLU - Kühne Logistics University

Winter School in Entrepreneurship

Dates: 5th - 10th January 2026

Inviting students from around the world to explore startups and innovation and to find out whether entrepreneurship is the right path for them. Students will dive into the fundamentals of entrepreneurial thinking, experiment with developing and testing business ideas and gain exposure to Hamburg's startup ecosystem. Includes, interactive lectures, workshops and group projects.

Cost: 595 EUR

Deadline: 30th November 2025

University of Hamburg

University of Hamburg Summer Schools

Dates: Dependent on course

Three different summer schools, designed to foster global academic collaboration and provide students with unique learning experiences, covering a range on relevant topics in 2025.

1 - Particles, Strings and Cosmology
The school will describe modern issues today in particles, strings and cosmology and link them to the activities at the University of Hamburg. Data analysis today requires heavy use of machine learning and AI in particle physics will be introduced.

2 - Institutions, Behaviour and the Law
The programme examines the interactions between institutional change and socio-economic norms of behaviour in a society and their impact on legal issues, while the aim is to examine the dynamic interactions between these areas.

3 - Global South Perspectives on AI: Power, Social Justice and Opportunities for an Equitable Future
Inviting law students to critically examine the implications of AI technologies on power dynamics, social justice and equity, particularly in Global South contexts, while fostering discussions to promote inclusive and equitable frameworks in legal practices.

4 - Challenges of Synthetic Biology: From Theory to Praxis
The aim of the summer school is to provide students with an in-depth insight, both in theory and practice, into a current research topic in Synthetic Biology. 

Cost: 0 - 500 EUR (dependent on course)

Deadline: Dependent on course

Mannheim University

MBS Summer School 

Dates: 30th June - 18th July 2025

Various courses on offer, including: Artificial Intelligence in Business, Corporate Sustainability Strategy and Entrepreneurship and Innovation.

Cost: 
One module: EUR 990
Two Modules: EUR 1,900
Three Modules: EUR 2,700

Deadline: April 30th 2025

Ludwig Maximillian University of Munich

Munich International Summer University (MISU)

Dates: July and August 2022 (dependent on course)

Wide array of summer courses in Economics & Communications, Law, Natural Science and Social & Political Sciences.

Cost: See programme website

Deadline: 
Check programme website

Hamburg University

Summer School in Health Economics

Dates: 15th July - 26th July 2024

Covering topics in, European Health Care systems, Health Economic Evaluation & Modelling, Health Econometrics/Machine Learning, Casual Inference & Applications in Hospital Care & Pharmaceuticals, Behavioural Economics for Health: Concepts, Methods & Applications.

Cost: EUR 1,250 

Deadline: 30th April 2024

Frankfurt School of Finance and Management

German Winter Summit 2026

Dates: 12th - 23rd January 2026

2-week programme with the first week in Hamburg, weekend in Berlin and the final week in Frankfurt. Aiming to enhance the general and practical knowledge of students via networking events and lectures from industry experts. 

Week 1 - lectures on topics within the field of Blockchain & Crypto Currency, Strategy & Leadership.

Weekend - Gain understanding of Berlin's transformation - from the grandeur of Prussian times to the devastation of the Third Reich, through the city's Cold War division and its remarkable reunification. Explore key landmarks incl. Checkpoint Charlie, the Reichstag, the Brandenburg Gate and the Berlin Wall.

Week 2 - Lectures on topics within the field of Business Analytics and Marketing, featuring a presentation by representatives from the continent's preeminent banking authority, offering first-hand perspective on European financial governance.

Cost: 4,900 EUR

Deadline: 7th December 2025

WHU

Bachelor European Summer Program 

Dates: May 25th - June 13th 2025

Taking place in Vallendar in the UNESCO World Heritage Site Upper Middle Rhine Valley with a combination of class meetings, group work, company visits and cultural experience. Will feature visits to German companies and the unique historical sites in the area.

Cost: Dependent on home university and course

Deadline: March 28th 2025

Eberhard Karls University of Tübingen

Tübingen International & European Studies Summer Schools 2026

Dates: 

  • June 1st - June 29th 2026
    • 'Society, Misinformation and Artificial Intelligence in Europe'
    • 'Sustainability, Biodiversity and Ethics in Europe'
  • August 3rd - August 28th 2026
    • 'The EU in Permanent Crises? Perspectives, Challenges, Solutions'
    • Representing the European Past: Memory and Place-Making in Cross-Cultural Communities

Cost: 1,950 EUR for each course

Deadline: No deadline (open throughout the year)

Bucerius Law School

Bucerius Summer Programmes

Dates: July 1st - July 19th 2024

3 week summer programmes in International Business Law, Licensing Transactions in Intellectual Property and  Legal Technology and Operations. 

Cost: Depends on programme (30% tuition discount for students from Bucerius partner universities)

Deadline:  May 1st 2024

Konstanz University

Summer School on Social Gaming 

Dates: TBC

Students interested in research on digital games will cooperate and explore the potential of (online) gaming in theory and practice and apply the knowledge in co-creative gaming sessions alongside experts in game development, design and production.

Cost: TBC

Deadline: TBC

Technical University of Munich

Summer School Entrepreneurship & Digital Innovation with HEC Paris

Dates: 30th June - 11th July 2025 at TUM Campus Heilbronn

Explore the digital revolution and its role in driving stary-up entrepreneurship and innovation whilst developing an entrepreneurial mindset and understanding key steps of a project from market analysis to problem-solving and ideation. Students will gain insights into digital transformation, including the use of qualitative and quantitative tools for effective business analysis.

Cost: 3,300 EUR

Deadline: Rolling basis

Technical University of Munich

Summer School Sustainable Energies & Entrepreneurship

Dates: 14th July - 25th July 2025 at TUM Campus Munich

Students will cover sustainable entrepreneurship and the energy transition, guided by cutting-edge research from TUM School of Management. Students will develop their own business concept with insights from experts and collaboration in small, supportive teams and connect with a global cohort in Munich and gain hands-on experience tackling SDGs 7 & 13.

Cost: 1490 EUR

Deadline: 31st May 2025

Hungary

University

Further information

University of Pécs

Summer Schools of the University of Pecs

Dates: July 4th - July 18th/ August 2nd 2026 (4-week programme)

Multiple 2-week programmes to choose from: European Studies, Leadership Skills, Sustainability - Social Ecology, International Human Rights Law or Debate Academy.

There is also a 4-week programme on offer where students can combine any academic module with the debate academy. 

Cost: Course dependent

Deadline: April 1st 2026

Ireland

University

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Italy

University

Further information

University of Bergamo

Intensive Summer Course

Dates: 1st - 19th July 2024

Italian language lessons as well as cultural and recreational activities.

Cost: 600 EUR 

Deadline: June 3rd 2024

University of Bergamo

2024 Humanities Summer School (Online)

Dates: 16th June - 11th July 2025

Students can choose 1-3 courses: Negotiating Humanities: the Rise of the Machines, 'Make' in Italy: An Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Venture Creation in Cultural and Creative Industries AND/OR How to See the World - Understanding Contemporary Visual Cultures.

Cost: FREE

Deadline: 6th June 2025

Ca'Foscari University

Winter School in Italian Language and Culture

Dates: 26th January - 6th February 2026

Aimed at beginners with 30 hours of Italian language classes and 5 hours of cultural activities, including walking tours and visits to sites of historical and artistic significance.

Cost: 500 EUR

Deadline: 21st November 2025

LUISS - Libera Univesita
Internazionale defli Studi Sociali

Graduate Summer University

Dates: 30th June - 11th July 2025

A chance for students to enhance academic and professional development in an international setting and explore five key areas: Management, Corporate Finance, International Relations, Data Science, and Marketing. T

Cost: 1 week 1,700 EUR/2 weeks 3,400 EUR

Deadline: 30th May 2025

University of Bologna

Summer School in Classical Languages

Dates: 19th June - 7th July 2023

Intensive Greek and Latin classes (50 hours over 3 weeks, Monday to Friday), available as beginners Latin, intermediate Latin and beginners Greek

Cost: Dependent on course

Deadline: 5th June 2023 

Bocconi University 

Bocconi Summer School

Dates: 30th June - 18th July 2025

Six courses to choose from including: Digital Marketing, Entrepreneurship & Innovation Management, Equity and Venture Capital Financing, Global Law for Companies, International Business Strategy, Luxury Management, Sustainability Transformation, ESG Finance & Energy Management and, Recent Trends in Artificial Intelligence.

Cost: €2,400

Deadline: April 4th 2025

Bocconi University

Bocconi Summer School in Law (online)

Dates: 8th - 13th July 2024

Acquire a legal perspective on topics with a multidisciplinary approach whether you have a background in legal studies or technology or engineering. Deepen your understanding on International Business and Digital Law with topics such as: Law of Smart Contracts, Online Commercial Arbitration and Mediation, Online Payment Transactions, E-commerce and International Sales of Goods. 

Cost: EUR 680

Deadline: 4th April 2023

Venice International University

VIU Summer School

Dates: Dependent on course, from June - October 2025

Intensive programs focus on globally-relevant, specific themes, including: sustainable development, the preservation of cultural heritage, and the challenges facing the world due to ageing populations. Interdisciplinary schools will disseminate knowledge and establish research networks in the VIU community.

Courses include: 
- Linguistic Landscapes: Using Signs and Symbols to Translate Cities
- Visualising Cities
- Science Diplomacy in the Age of Climate Change 

Cost: Dependent on course

Deadline: Dependent on course

Venice International University

VIU Winter School Digital Rights: Theory and Practice

Dates: 26th January - 30th January 2026

The Winter School on Digital Rights covers cross-sectoral dimensions related to the rights that are emerging from the access to and the use of data as well as digital services by multiple actors. It offers an integrated approach to innovation based on different methodologies, topics and areas involved in the legal field. The subject-matters include, among others, IT technologies and human rights, law & ethics of AI, AI and decision-making, data governance, the role of digital platforms, the transformation of labor, digital slavery, digital citizenship, the social impact of big data.

The impact of technologies on fundamental rights and democratic societies is as wide-ranging as it is multifaceted and fragmented. The School aims to cover cross-sectoral dimensions related to the rights that are emerging from the access to and the use of data and digital services by multiple actors. It offers an integrated approach to innovation based on different methodologies, topics and areas involved in the legal field. With a view of reconciling theoretical issues and practice at an interdisciplinary layer – involving Legal Philosophy, Legal Theory, Human Rights, IT Law, Private Law, Political Science and Sociology - the Winter School aims at drawing the attention of Master and PhD students to the most relevant issues related to technological innovation.

Suitable for: Master’s Degree Students who intend to pursue doctoral studies and PhD Students in Law; Human Rights; International Relations; Political Science; Philosophy; Sociology.

Cost: 400 EUR

Deadline: 20th October 2025

POLIMI Graduate School of Management

Summer School Experience in Milan

Dates: 14th July - 25th July 2025

Two-week programme designed to equip students with hands-on skills and industry insights in three high-impact areas: AI & Data Science, Luxury & Design, Sustainability & ESG

Cost: Course dependent

Deadline: 30th June 2025

Latvia

University

Further information

BORN

Russian Language Academy

Dates: Start on any Monday between May 6th - September 5th 2025

4-week Russian Language Courses at A1, A2 and B1 levels in Latvia. 20 group lessons per week.

'With each day, as I grew more confident with my Russian, so too grew my love
for the city of Riga. For anyone considering studying Russian at RLA BORN, I
wholeheartedly recommend it—not just for their excellent instruction, but for the
chance to experience Riga, an undiscovered gem that will capture your heart!'

Cost: 1510 EUR/discount if booked before April 1st

Deadline: June 6th 2025

PLEASE CONTACT THE OUTBOUND TEAM BEFORE REGISTERING FOR THIS COURSE

Netherlands

University

Further information

University of Groningen

University of Groningen Summer Schools

Dates: Multiple dates from June - August 2022

The University of Groningen offers a broad variety of research-driven and interdisciplinary summer schools in all major disciplines.

Cost: Check specific programme

Deadline: Check your individual summer school

VU Amsterdam

VU Amsterdam Summer School

Dates: July 5th - August 3rd 2025

30 short courses on offer, including those in subjects such as: international law, environmental science and policy, global health and statistical research. 

Cost: Dependent on course

Deadline: May 1st 2025 (early-bird discount before 14th March 2025)

Tilburg University

Online & On Campus options Summer School: Justice for victims of conflict-related sexual violence and human trafficking?

Dates: 
23rd June - 4th July 2025 

Two week course looking into the opportunities and challenges in addressing both crimes. Addressing questions such as: How can conflict-related sexual violence be investigated and prosecuted before local, national and international criminal tribunals as part of genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes? Does the approach to address the business model of human traffickers (targeting the profit) contribute effectively to combatting the crime?

Cost: check website (course dependent)

Deadline: May 13th 2025 (in-person school)

Tilburg University

Online Winter School on Conflict-Related Sexual Violence and Human Trafficking

Dates: 20th-31st January 2025

We are proud to present to you Impact’s 6th annual Summer School on Justice for victims of human trafficking and conflict-related sexual violence (6 ECTS). From 11-22 July, online, i.c.w. Tilburg University Outreaching Honors Program. For bachelor and master students from all disciplines. This is an intensive two-week program of interactive lectures with group assignments. 

Cost: 1000 EUR with 10% discount for partners of Tilburg/10% early discount until December 5th 2024

Deadline: January 5th 2025

Radboud University

Radboud Summer School

Dates: 23rd - July 4th 2025

More than 25 courses with topics ranging from black holes and stellar explosions to the relationship between the Islam and Europe. 

Cost: 888 EUR (15% discount for Exeter students, automatically applied with Exeter University selected on application)

 

Maastricht University

 

 

Maastricht Summer School

 

Dates: Multiple periods from June to August 2023

 

Courses in all major traditional focus areas, including Arts, Business & Economics, Law & Politics, Sciences and Social Sciences.

 

Cost: See course for details

 

Deadline: TBC

 

Latvia

University

Further information

BORN Russian
Language School

International Summer School

Dates: Student's choice

Multiple Russian language courses to choose from.

Cost: Course dependent but reduced prices through the summer period

Deadline: n/a

Poland

University

Further information

Kozminski University

International Summer School

Dates: 6th July - 3rd August 2025

Students can choose up to 4 courses including: Sustainability Transition in Business, Economic Intelligence in Times of Climate Change, Importance of Cultural Differences in the Global Leadership, Innovation & Creativity: Identification of Business Opportunities, Legal Insights to Financial Markets in the EU - regulation and practice, Artificial Intelligence in Business, Data Visualisation and Storytelling and Hate Speech and Hate Crimes: International, EU and national perspective.

Cost: 800 EUR (incl. tuition, on-campus facilities and extracurricular and social activities)

Deadline: June 15th 2025

Portugal

University

Further information

Catolica-Lisbon

Catolica-Lisbon Summer Academy

Dates: 7th July - 18th July 2025

A 'Strategy & Leadership' Summer Academy taught 100% in English. Open to undergraduate students from any academic background as well as recent graduates with less than 2 years of work experience.

Cost: 1900 EUR with accommodation/1300 EUR without accommodation

Deadline: February 28th 2025 (earlybird)

Prague

University

Further information

University of New York in Prague

CEBEX Summer School on Behavioural Research 2024

Dates: 23rd July - August 2nd 2024 (end date dependent on programme)

Summer School on Behaviour Research with three courses: Data Analysis in R, Behavioural Economics and Public Policy and Designing and Running Experiments.

Cost: 1490 EUR (1290 EUR til May 31st)

 

Slovenia

University

Further information

University of Ljubljana

Ljubljana Summer School

Dates: 6th - 22nd July 2026

Taking place at the School of Economics and Business and open to undergraduates, graduates and recent graduates/young professionals. 

Cost: 3200 EUR per course

Deadline: 9th November 2025

 

Spain and Portugal

University

Further information

Universidad Autónoma de Madrid

Summer School of Economics and Business

Dates: June 29th - 24th July 2026

4 week intensive course on:
- Environmental Economics and Policy Analysis
- International Finance
- Global Marketing
- Doing Business in Spain

Cost: Check website (depends on programme)

Deadline: June 5th 2026/February 20th 2026 (early-bird)

Universidad Autónoma de Madrid

Topics in Tourism, International Hospitality and Attractions Management

Dates: July 13th - July 24th 2026

2-week intensive course covering: 
- Environmental policy and sustainable tourism
- Cutting edge technology applied to tourism activities
- Human resource management
- Hospitality Finance
- Exploring AI to better understand customer satisfaction
- Culture, history, leisure and attractions management in Madrid

Cost: Check website (depends on programme)

Deadline: June 19th 2026/February 20th 2026 (early-bird)

Universidad Pontifica Comillas

Comillas Global Winter School 2026

Dates: 8th January - 23rd January 2026

Entrepreneurship and Innovation Winter Programme to encourage innovative thinking and promote an entrepreneurial mindset for UG students.

Cost: 1400 EUR (early bird 20% discount)

Deadline: 30th November 2025

Universitat Pompeu Fabra

Barcelona International Summer School

Dates: June 30th - 25th July 2025

Students can choose from a list of 35 courses taught in English or Spanish which vary in duration and intensity spanning 1-4 weeks. Social activities included in tuition fees.

Cost: 550 EUR - 900 EUR dependent on number of courses

Deadline: 

March Round: Apply by March 14 and register courses by March 28

April Round: Apply by April 11 and register courses by April 30

May Round: Apply by May 16 and register courses by May 30

CUNEF Universidad

CUNEF Universidad Summer Courses 2026

Dates: Ranging from June 15th - July 17th 2026

Multiple different courses including: Investments & Financial Markets, Fintech and the Future of Banking and Finance, Artificial Intelligence and lastly, Cybersecurity and Technological Risk.

Cost: 200 EUR administrative costs 

Deadline: Dependent on course

Universidade da Coruña 

UDC International Summer School

Dates: 14th - 25th July 2025

Offers a broad range of intensive courses taught in English on a wide array of topics, ranging from law and business to science and technology.

Cost: 600 EUR

Deadline: June 15th 2025

Scholarship available to cover tuition fees, accommodation and meals in a university hall of residence. Details can be found here.

IE University

IE University Summer School

Dates: 15th June - 24th July 2026 (Dependent on course)

Summer programme aimed at university students and recent graduates between 18 and 26 years old. It includes flexible programmes and provides the opportunity to explore multiple interests. When not in the classroom, students have the opportunity to connect with like-minded peers through team-building activities and extracurricular activities.

Two-week modules spanning over eight weeks which students can mix and match, including: Arts & Culture, Breakthrough Robotics, Breakthrough Tech & AI, Business and Management, Digital Marketing, Entrepreneurship Bootcamp, Fashion Styling and Media, Finance Fundamentals, Idea Validation Accelerator, Law & Innovation, Nextgen Public Changemakers, Upskilling for Academic Excellence and Upskilling for Professional Success.

Cost: 3,500 EUR per programme (10% discount for Exeter students)

Deadline: Assessed on a rolling basis and first-come first-served but closes mid-June

 

Switzerland

University

Further information

University of Bern

International Summer School for Bachelor Students on Climate Change Research

Dates: 4th - 15th August 2025

Explore climate science through lectures, hands-on workshops and a climate negotiation simulation. There will be a field trip to the Jungfraujoch High Altitude Research Station to experience the effects of climate change first hand. 

Cost: 550 CHF

Deadline: 19th May 2025

University of Bern

International Summer School for Bachelor and Master Students on Religious Conflicts and Coping Strategies

Dates: 25th - 29th August 2025

Explores a model for analysing the role of religion in conflicts. Students will apply this model through case studies and workshops to evaluate coping strategies for religious conflicts. The programme includes keynote lectures, a visit to the 'House of Religions' and a final seminar with student presentations.

Cost: 200 CHF

Deadline: 19th May 2025

ETH Zurich

ETH Student Summer Research Fellowship 2026

Dates: 1st July - 28th August 2026

Fellows will pursue a research project that aligns with a chosen area of their interest as part of a research group in our department. This includes interacting and collaborating with group members. A number of on-site socialising events will help fellows to get to know the other fellows. Students will visit interesting places and explore more of Switzerland.

Cost: Check website

Deadline: 16th December 2026

ZHAW School of Management and Law

Public Financial Management Summer School (MSc)

Dates: August 25th - 29th 2025

For Master's and PHD students. A summer school with the aim of students mastering the complexities of public sector finance and gaining an international perspective on Public Financial Management with a focus on contemporary challenges and solutions. Topics explored: budgeting, debt sustainability, integrating resilience, climate and gender considerations into modern PFM practices.

Cost: 650.00 CHF (excluding travel and accommodation)

Deadline: July 31st 2025

ZHAW School of Management and Law

Public Policy and Management Summer School (MSc)

Dates: September 1st - 5th 2025

For Master's and PHD students. A summer school with the aim of students gaining insights into a diverse set of public-sector related topics and the necessary analytical skills to take your study to the next level.

Cost: 650.00 CHF (excluding travel and accommodation)

Deadline: July 31st 2025

 

 

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Koc University

Summer Exchange Programme at KU

Dates: 26th June - 17th August 2025

Summer Exchange Program at KU offers a broad range of courses in English, both on undergraduate and graduate level taught by an international team of experienced lecturers.

Cost: Fee-waived

Deadline: 1st April 2025

Koc University

Postgraduate Law Summer School on European Union Law and Digitalisation [ONLINE]

Courses in Digitalisation and Competition Law, Digital Services and Digital Single Market, Artificial Intelligence and EU Law, Data Protection, Digitalisation and Consumer Protection, Digitalisation and Labour Law, Digitalisation and Corporate Governance, Cyber Security Law, Digitalisation and Sustainability. 

Deadline: June 28th 2023

 

Please note: Although many universities offer a tuition fee waiver, please check with the Outbound team whether this applies to you as some waivers are linked with our agreement with the partner.

We will be adding further summer schools and short programmes to this table so please check back regularly.

You can find more information about summer schools on our sharepoint site here.