Aarhus Summer University (Denmark)

AU Summer University takes place at Aarhus University throughout July and August. The programme consists of a portfolio of courses taught in English at Bachelor, Master and PhD level within the fields of Humanities, Theology, Social Sciences, Health Sciences, Natural Sciences, Agricultural Sciences, Business and Educational Sciences.

APRU Undergraduate Summer Program

The APRU Undergraduate Summer Program (USP) is a short-term program aimed at enhancing student mobility among the member universities.  It leverages on the strengths and uniqueness of the host economy to provide students with an enriching educational experience.

Please check back at a later date for more information on how to apply for the APRU Undergraduate Summer Program 2012.

Cambridge Science Summer School

The Cambridge Science Summer School (CSSS) offers a unique opportunity to experience a free academic environment in one of the most prestigious institutions of higher education in the world. You will be participating in cutting edge research alongside some of the world’s most accomplished scholars in the fields of biological, life and medical sciences.

Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) International Summer School (ISS)

Enrich your vacation by participating in the CUHK ISS Summer School in late June to early August 2012. This programme provides an exciting opportunity for students from around the globe to pursue an academically challenging and culturally stimulating summer experience in Hong Kong.

Czech Republic (Prague): East and Central European Studies Summer Programme *NEW

The East and Central European Studies (ECES) Summer Programme is organized annually by Faculty of Arts, Charles University in Prague. It is ideal for those who would like to earn up to 12 U.S. credits in a short period of time (four weeks). Located in the historic city of Prague, the program is designed for students who would like to spend their summer abroad experiencing a new culture and taking liberal arts courses in a range of academic fields.  In addition to their studies, students will have the opportunity to participate in faculty-led excursions, cultural events, and other activities.

Explore Taiwan @ NTU: Life Empowerment and Academic Development - Global LEAD Summer Program Global MBA, College of Management, NTU

NTU’s Global LEAD Summer Program is a four-week program taught in English focusing on character building, life empowerment, leadership and academic development. The program is designed to prepare its students to face the future challenges and opportunities presented in the ever-changing business environment which will influence and shape the students’ career paths, impact on society and future employment and entrepreneurship directions. The program also offers Chinese language course as an elective for students who wish to improve their Chinese language skill.

Explore Taiwan @ NTU: Summer Intensive Program for Chinese Language and Culture

NTU’s Summer Intensive Program for Chinese Language & Culture Explore Taiwan is a four-week program aimed to help you build competence in Chinese language and experiencing Taiwanese culture.

Explore Taiwan @ NTU: Summer Program for Biodiversity, Agriculture and Culture of Taiwan

College of Bioresources and Agriculture, National Taiwan University (CBA, NTU) is holding the "Biodiversity, Agriculture, and Culture of Taiwan Summer Program" for you to explore in Taiwan. It is a 3-week long program that offers an attractive blend of well-preserved Chinese heritage and cosmopolitan influences.

Fudan University International Summer Session

Fudan University International Summer Session will provide a 5-week course study and cultural experience to international students from all around the world. Students will have the opportunity to get to know China, experience Shanghai and be part of Fudan University. Fudan University students will also have the chance to study and communicate with international students. This program will help you to better understand multiculturalism, form an international vision, and improve your international communication skills.

Grenoble Institute of Technology (Grenoble INP) Summer School

This four-week Summer School in Nanotechnologies at the Phelma-Minatec (Department of Physics, Applied Physics, Electronics and Materials Science) offered by Grenoble INP. Participants will have the opportunity to meet students from all over the world and learn from distinguished professors. The Summer School offers an exciting opportunity for students to participate in an intercultural study group and have a special taste of the French way of life.

Harbin Institute of Technology (HIT) - Modern China International Cultural Exchange Programme

This 2 week summer program is organized by HICA (HIT International Communication Association) which is a student organization affiliated with the Harbin Institute of Technology (HIT) International Office. HICA is committed to promoting international activities on student level.

Humboldt University of Berlin Summer Program*NEW

Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin is one of the leading higher educational institutions in Germany and is situated in the unique and historical city of Berlin. During the semester breaks, the university offers an intense program for students from abroad, which gives students the opportunity to explore the university, the city and its inhabitants. Throughout the last few years, over 1,000 students from around the world have studied together, made lasting friendships and had unforgettable experiences that only Berlin can offer.

IARU Global Summer Programme

The IARU Global Summer Program (GSP) provides opportunities for students from IARU universities to take part in intensive short courses with outstanding peers from around the globe.  Participants are challenged to address critical issues in a global perspective. This is done in a variety of ways:

Italy: American University of Rome (AUR) Summer Programme*NEW

Incorporated in Washington, DC in 1969, the American University of Rome (AUR) is a private and independent US university operating in Rome, Italy and accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). With a student body of around 500, AUR offers small-sized classes with highly personalized teaching and learning experience, where scholars teach essential modern skills including language, communication and critical thinking.

Korea University (KU) International Summer Campus Programme

Participate in this exciting 6-week summer programme at Korea University!

Nankai University Summer Sessions

Since 1980, Nankai University has signed long-term cooperation and exchange agreements with more than 20 sister universities or institutes in American, Japan, Canada, Korea, Germany, Finland, and Australia. Every year Nankai organises short-term Chinese language training courses (4-8 weeks in summer or winter) for their students. To fulfill the request of both the schools and students, many subjects are introduced to short term programmes. Besides Chinese language, Chinese society, politics, economy, calligraphy, traditional Chinese painting, Peking opera, and folk music are also on the teaching list. According to the agreements, the credit the students earn can be transferred back to their schools.

With recent economic growth and China's success in WTO bid as well as the increasing number of foreign investments,a variety of related topics like Chinese economy, international trade and international commercial management have been introduced to these short term programmes.

NUS-Wuhan University Summer Programme

Jointly offered by NUS and Wuhan University from 20 May to 15 June 2013 (4-week), this programme is structured on an intensive basis that aims to provide a general understanding of China by focusing on topical aspects of both historical and contemporary China. Topics that will be discussed include Chinese cultural traditions, Chinese world order, the Chinese economy, environmental issues and legal system in contemporary China.

Other highlights include cultural immersion programme such as Chinese language classes, Chinese painting, shadow boxing etc., field trip to Suzhou to study the preservation of the old city area and the emergence of the Suzhou Industrial Park; and excursions to Shanghai to study the transformation of modern Chinese.

Peking University (PKU) Summer School International

A memorable summer in China’s top ranking university and most beautiful campus, you will not regret for making the decision to apply for Peking University Summer School International. You will get to listen to high-profile teachers’ lectures on China issues, meet with local students as well as international alike and enjoy the charm and history of the Capital city of Beijing. Apply now!

Seoul National University International Summer Institute

Seoul National University International Summer Institute (SNU ISI) offers an exceptional opportunity for students to study at Korea's most prestigious university and one of the leading universities in the world. SNU ISI offers an intensive five-week summer program led by distinguished international faculty. Students can experience a full immersion into Korean culture and society through interaction with SNU students, cultural and industrial excursions and special lectures. Located at the foot of Mount Gwanak, the SNU campus is well-known for its beauty and serves as a convenient base for exploring Seoul and Korea.

Stellenbosch Summer Program *NEW

Stellenbosch Summer Program presents a well-balanced academic program which combines theory and practice in an organic manner. The social program is designed to support the academic program and provides an introduction to the cultural diversity of Stellenbosch and the Western Cape. Every year Stellenbosch University welcomes between 60 and 80 students from around the world in its Summer School.

Sun Yat-Sen University International Summer Programme (ISP) in
Chinese Studies

The Summer Program will give more time to students to experience Cantonese culture and master Mandarin speaking and listening skills. Students from various cultural backgrounds will be recruited and studying in the same classroom. SYSU will provide a cross-disciplinary, cross-culture and cross-border atmosphere and colorful campus cultural activities for ISP students to broaden their international horizon and enhance their international competences.

Technologico de Monterrey - Mayan Route - Mexico

So, the Mayan calendar didn’t predict the end of the world! If you are curious about the ancient cultures of Mexico, such as the Mayans, join this exciting 4-week roving summer program that will take place in the south of Mexico from 2 to 28 June 2013. It’s a great opportunity to learn about a country full of colorful traditions, folklore and mysterious historical ruins.

Tecnologico de Monterrey - Summer in Queretaro - Mexico

Spend 6 exciting weeks living and studying in the beautiful city of Queretaro, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site and one of the safest cities in Mexico. Meet local Mexicans and interact with other international students in this programme organised by Tecnologico de Monterrey’s Campus Querétaro.

Thailand: Youth Exchange Program – “ASEAN Youth & the Evolving Regional Architecture”

Hosted by the ASEAN Studies Center of Thailand’s Chulalongkorn University, this 11-day programme will allow participants to learn more about ASEAN in areas related to the three intertwined pillars – political security, economic development and socio-cultural understanding.

Accommodation, meals and in-country transportation will be sponsored by Chulalongkorn University.

Tohoku University Arts and Letter Summer Program (TASP)

Experience an enriching summer at one of the largest and oldest national universities in Japan! Tohoku University offers undergraduates around the world an opportunity to immense themselves in the Japan’s rich  and diverse culture. The eight-to-ten day program embraces a line-up of exciting lectures with humanitarian and sociological orientation. These are aimed not only to develop students’ international perspectives but also to cultivate their understanding of other cultures.

UC Berkeley Summer Sessions 2013 - California, USA

Discover the illustrious UC Berkeley for yourself! Summer is the only time of the year that UC Berkeley Summer Sessions opens its doors to visiting students. Over 600 courses each summer are offered in a wide variety of disciplines over five different sessions of varying duration.

The Summer Sessions welcome students from all over the world - about 2,400 of our 15,000 students are visitors from outside the U.S. Here is a chance to experience American culture firsthand and to make friends from the U.S. and other countries.

University of Adelaide Winter School

Winter School (held in June/July of each year) offers a range of courses that students can take alongside local and international University of Adelaide students.

Winter is a wonderful time to experience what Australia has to offer! In Winter School, students are offered a choice of three programs - the Independent Program, the Immersion Program and the Experience Program. This flexibility means that students can vary their experience based on their individual needs.

University of Hong Kong (HKU) Summer Institute

The Summer Institute “Asia as the Global Future” course has been offered by the Faculty of Social Sciences, The University of Hong Kong since 2006.

This unique undergraduate programme on Aisan Studies aims not only to enhance students’ awareness of the importance of Asia in world affairs, but also improve their capacities to apply the materials and ideas to which they have been exposed in difference settings.

University of Sydney Winter School

The University of Sydney's academic excellence attracts students from around the world to take part in an intensive Winter School in July. Students can accelerate their program, balance their timetable or study subjects outside their current program.

USA: Columbia University Summer Sessions 2013

Take advantage of countless possibilities at Columbia University, New York City’s Ivy League university, during the summer break.  With over 100 courses in 52 subject areas taught by world-class faculty, the Columbia University Summer Sessions offers students an opportunity to advance their academic learning and meet like-minded people in the setting of one of the world’s most vibrant cities.

USA: Stanford Univesity Summer Sessions 2013

Expand your academic learning during the summer break by participating in the Stanford University Summer Session programme. Enroll in courses and earn academic credit at one the of the most competitive universities in the United States. Students can choose from over 175 courses offered in 35 departments within the schools of Humanities and Sciences, Earth Sciences, and Engineering. Courses offered feature accessible instructors, small class sizes, and a diverse student body.

U21 Summer School

The U21 Summer School provides opportunities for students from different disciplines to interact and share ideas on different topics. Each year, the summer school is built on a different theme, as decided by the host university. This thematic approach introduces participants to topics of importance to the host university and allows the sharing of different perspectives by international and local students.

The U21 Summer School 2013 will take place from 7 to 19 July 2013, at University of Connecticut, USA. The theme of this year’s U21 Summer School focuses on human rights and its place in our world at the beginning of the 21st century.

Xiamen University Summer Programme

The China Study Summer Programme is a 3 week intensive programme that includes in-depth academic studies and special cultural events. It introduced students to Xiamen, which is one of the first four economic zones in China. It is also a gateway to overseas for China, in particular to Taiwan.

Yonsei International Summer School

The 2013 summer program has been revamped in order to highlight growing interest in the arts, culture, and humanities while also offering cutting-edge classes in management and economics, global issues, history and social sciences, and science and technology.