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Short-Term Mobilities

If you are keen to enhance your studies at University of Aberdeen with some time abroad, but a full semester or year-long exchange or traineeship doesn't suit your circumstances, then you may wish to consider a short-term mobility.

Many universities worldwide offer short term mobility programmes, normally summer or winter schools taking place over semester breaks, allowing you to gain an international experience and enrich your CV.

 

Funding

Most host institutions will charge a tuition or participation fee for summer/winter schools. If the programme is offered at one of our partner universities the fee may be discounted, waived or additional benefits like free accommodation offered. Where discounts or benefits are available to Aberdeen students this is noted in the information below.

Please get in touch with GoAbroad.Outgoing@abdn.ac.uk if you are interested in an opportunity which requires us to nominate you.

In addition to tuition fees, you should consider travel, accommodation and living costs. Often these will be outlined on the partner university's webpages.

This year we have limited Turing Funding available for:

JGU Mainz 2026 GO Heimat Summer School

This year's GO (Global Outreach) project includes a week of interdisciplinary academic talks focusing on “Heimat” (home or homeland), climate change and migration at JGU Mainz, and a second week of collaborative project work with schools in Ahrweiler. The project will end with the Scot-t Fest, during which you will have the opportunity to showcase your research. The project's main language will be English, so all students can apply, whether they know German or not. There is an optional two-week German language course at the start of June you can sign up for, in addition to the programme, to improve your language skills.

  • Duration: 14 June - 28 June 2026
  • Tuition Fee: Approximately €350. Students can apply for Turing funding towards their costs, with widening access students prioritised for these limited funded spaces. Please note that the funding application is separate (see info below).
  • Accommodation: Fee does not cover accommodation, however JGU will assist successful applicants with finding affordable accommodation.
  • Deadline: 16 February 2026 to apply on the GO Heimat website

For more details, view the GO Heimat brochure, and GO Heimat information sheet

Please complete the Turing Funding application by 15 December 2025

Summer Schools

Austria

International Summer University WU Vienna University of Economics and Business

Limited tuition fee-waived spaces available

The ISUWU program offers courses in a broad range of business-related topics and provides an education with an international and intercultural perspective. ISUWU participants can benefit from various cultural and social activities organized by the ISUWU team. These activities give participants the opportunity to get to know life in Vienna, Austria and their fellow students at the same time. The social program is a mix of social, cultural and international events.

  • Duration: 29 June - 17 July 2026
  • Level: Undergraduate and Graduate programmes
  • Tuition fee: Limited tuition fee-waived spaces available. Please email GoAbroad.Outgoing@abdn.ac.uk before 6 March 2026 with a 200-word motivation statement to request nomination. If you are successfully nominated, the total fee will be €740 per session. Non-nominated students' course fee is €1490 per session. Fees include courses and course materials, coffee and lunch on weekdays, public transit during the session, cultural and social events. Please email GoAbroad.Outgoing@abdn.ac.uk about nomination availability.
  • Accommodation: Not included, recommended accommodation near the campus is available with special prices for ISU WU participants here
  • Deadline: 31 March 2026 for applications independent of nominations; 6 March 2026 if you wish to be nominated

Click here for more information on their website

Click here to check our their flyer

Click here to read their factsheet

Canada

University of British Colombia - Vancouver Summer Program

The VSP is a wonderful opportunity for students to study at the beautiful University of British Columbia, Vancouver Campus. By offering globally relevant academic courses and sociocultural activities specific to Vancouver and its surroundings, the VSP encourages students to engage in cross-disciplinary learning and develop their understanding of Canadian culture and values. With over sixty different course packages over a wide range of disciplines, there are courses for nearly every degree.

  • Duration: June Session: 5 June to 5 July 2026; July Session: 17 July to 17 August 2026
  • Subject areas: Variety of courses in Arts, Business, Education, Science, Medicine and more. Check the subject list per session here
  • Level: Undergraduate
  • Tuition Fee: $6,000 CAD per session; includes application fee of $150 CAD, accommodation, course materials, medical insurance and most activities
  • Accommodation: On-campus accommodation included in the programme fee
  • Deadline: June Session: 13 March 2026; July Session: 17 April 2026

For more information, check out their website and view the VSP Summer School brochure

China

Now Closed - Nanjing Agricultural University Summer School

Nanjing Agricultural University is offering two summer schools this year. Programme one is 'Discovering Chinese Traditional Veterinary Medicine' and is focused on the theory and application of Chinese Veterinary Medicine as well as animal acupuncture. Programme two is 'One World, One Health' and is focused on health, specifically relating to food production and processing.

  • Duration: 6 - 19 July 2025
  • Subject areas: Health and Veterinary Medicine
  • Tuition Fees: $2000 USD per course, includes accommodation, food, and field trips. Competitive scholarships are available to cover costs including international travel fare, accommodation, and insurance. For more information about scholarships, please email GoAbroad.Outgoing@abdn.ac.uk
  • Accommodation: Included in the programme fee
  • Deadline: 31 May 2025

For more information, check out their brochure

Now Closed - Wuhan International Summer Programme

The Wuhan International Summer Programme is a two-week language and culture programme with scholarship funded places available. In the mornings, a Chinese language course takes place at the university's School of International Education and in the afternoons, cultural excursions and workshops are on the agenda. A weekend excursion trip is also included. For students, this offers an opportunity to experience the vibrant life in the city of Wuhan with its renowned university and to deepen their Chinese language skills.

  • Duration: 6 - 20 September 2025
  • Subject areas: Chinese Language and Culture
  • Eligibility: Only suitable for students with an HSK certificate at the time of departure
  • Tuition Fee: Covered by the host, along with accommodation and cultural activities
  • Accommodation: Included in the tuition fees for the programme duration
  • Deadline: 1 May 2025

How to apply:

Email your CV and cover letter to Confucius@abdn.ac.uk no later than 1 May 2025. The cover letter should include your date of birth, passport number, HSK certificate details or plans to sit HSK, and the reason you would like to participate in this programme.

For more information, check their flyer here and the Confucius Institute's page

Now Closed - Luojia Global Summer School - Wuhan University

Luojia Global Summer School was initiated by Wuhan University in 2006 which aims to provide international exchange students with an accessible and high-quality platform to understand China and Wuhan University. 

The 2025 LGSS features four specialized academic programs:

  • Asian Architectural Culture
  • Chinese Historical and Cultural Heritage
  • Digital Humanities
  • Earth Space Information Science

In addition to academic courses, students can get a dynamic social experience via city tours, cultural excursions, and a variety of extracurricular activities with Wuhan University students.

  • Duration: Architectural Course: 23 June - 06 July 2025; Cultural Heritage Course: 30 June - 06 July 2025; Digital Humanities Course: 30 June - 06 July 2025; Earth Space Information Science Course: 02 July - 08 July 2025
  • Level: Undergraduate and masters students
  • Subject areas: Asian Architectural Culture and Heritage; Cultural Heritage and Global Perspectives; Chibi Yangloudong Dark Tea and Ming-Qing Ancient Architecture Culture; Earth Space Information Science 
  • Tuition Fees: Waived if students are nominated by the University of Aberdeen. Please email GoAbroad.Outgoing@abdn.ac.uk with a 200-word motivational statement by 9am on 28 April 2025 to be considered.
  • Accommodation: Included in the programme fee
  • Deadline: 9am on 28 April 2025 nomination deadline - please email GoAbroad.Outgoing@abdn.ac.uk with a 200-word motivational statement in order to be considered for nomination. Applications after nomination are due 10 May 2025.

For more information, please check the programme description guide

Denmark

Copenhagen Business School Summer University

Limited tuition fee-waived spaces available

CBS Summer University gives students the opportunity to study at CBS, one of Europe's largest business schools, which has "The Triple Crown" accreditation (EQUIS, AMBA and AACSB), an acknowledgement only shared by around 100 business schools worldwide. Experience exciting courses taught by brilliant faculty as well as the amazing spirit of wonderful Copenhagen. Be inspired by the international environment with participants from over 50 countries.

  • Duration: 22 June - 31 July 2026 (6-week course); 22 June - 10 July 2026 (3-week course); 22 June - 4 July 2026 (2-week course)
  • Subject areas: Business-related courses. For a full list of courses, please check their website here.
  • Level: Undergraduate and Graduate
  • Tuition Fees:
    • Non-EU/EEA/Swiss Citizens: DKK 12,250 (bachelor 3- and 6-week courses); DKK 5,900 (bachelor and graduate 2-week course). DKK 15,000 (graduate 3- and 6-week courses)
    • EU/EEA/Swiss Citizens: DKK 6,150 (bachelor and graduate 3- and 6-week courses); DKK 2,950 (bachelor and graduate 2-week course)
    • We have limited, fee-waived spaces available. Please email GoAbroad.Outgoing@abdn.ac.uk before 11 February 2026 with a 200-word motivational statement to be considered for nomination.
  • Accommodation: Not included in the programme fee. On-campus accommodation is available for a set period from 19 June - 2 August 2026.
  • Deadline: Applications online from 27 January - 14 April 2026 (including course payment). For tuition fee-waived nominations, the deadline to email the 200-word motivational statement to GoAbroad.Outgoing@abdn.ac.uk is 11 February 2026.

For further information, please check the CBS Summer University website and their brochure.

Finland

Now Closed - Turku Åbo Summer School

Turku Åbo Summer School offers you the best of five Turku area universities and universities of applied sciences. Experience top education, make friends from all over the world and spend the summer of your life in the oldest study city in Finland! They focus on offering the summer school students courses with diverse teaching methods and interactive learning. With their Sustainable Social Programme, they want to balance studies by offering you the most interesting activities in the Turku region in an environmentally friendly way.

  • Duration: 4-15 August 2025
  • Subject areas: For a full list of courses available, visit their website here
  • Tuition Fee: Between €225.00 and €1,100.00 depending on the course
  • Accommodation: Not included in the fees, students are responsible for finding their own accommodation. Turku has accommodation advice on their website.
  • Deadline: Applications are open from 9 January - 17 April 2025

For more information visit their website

France

Now Closed - University of Rennes 2 - CIREFE Summer Course

The University of Rennes 2 is offering their summer language courses in 2025. There are options for all levels of French, from complete beginners at an A1 level to the most proficient speakers at a C2 level. All courses involved about 18 hours of French lessons per week and students at a level B2 and above can choose an optional course focused on Cinema or World's Work. The programme includes two excursions to discover Brittany and cultural outings to cinemas, museums and festivals.

  • Duration: 23 June - 11 July 2025
  • Subject areas: French language and culture
  • Tuition Fee: €650.00, including cultural activities
  • Level: A1 - C2 level French speakers (beginners included)
  • Accommodation: Not included in tuition fees but students can email cirefe-ete@univ-rennes2.fr to be lodged with a host family
  • Deadline: 3 June 2025

Check out the course description here and visit their website here for more information and the application

Now Closed - University of Bordeaux Summer Schools

Taking place throughout June and July 2025, the University of Bordeaux Summer Schools programme offers a range of high-quality, international summer schools for graduate and doctoral students as well as young researchers. The courses cover a variety of STEM subjects from philosophy in medicine, to AI, clinical research, and agriculture studies. These courses are highly selective and target international talents. Course content offers an enriching curricular experience with, depending on the discipline, a mixture of theoretical and practical training that demands a notable level of expertise and knowledge.

  • Duration: Each course is 4 - 12 days long between 2 June and 2 August 2025
  • Subject areas: Variety of STEM courses
  • Tuition Fee: Varies per course between €400 - €1800 for in-person courses and €20 for online courses
  • Level: Varies per course between graduate, Master, post-graduate, doctoral and post-doctoral students
  • Accommodation: Included in the course fee. Course fee also includes breakfast, lunch, coffee breaks and social programs.
  • Deadline: Varies per course

For more information check out their website here

Now Closed - NEOMA Business School - 2025 Summer School

The NEOMA Business School is offering four different summer schools in 2025 encompassing various aspects of business and management: 1. Sport Federations and Major Events Management Programme (16 June - 5 July), 2. Hospitality and Gastronomy Programme, co-branded with the Ecole Fauchon (7 - 18 July), 3. Venture Studio Bootcamp (2 - 13 June), 4. A Summer in Paris (7 July - 3 August).

  • Duration: Varies per programme in June and July, see above
  • Subject areas: Business and management focusing on sports and events, gastronomy and hospitality, entrepreneurship, or a general crash-course in business and marketing
  • Tuition Fee: Varies per course from €900.00 to €1300.00 as a special partner rate for University of Aberdeen students
  • Level: Undergraduate students
  • Accommodation: Not included
  • Deadline: Interested students need to be nominated by the University of Aberdeen. As we have a limited number of spaces available for nominations, you will need to email a 200-word motivational statement to GoAbroad.Outgoing@abdn.ac.uk by 2 April 2025 for the Venture Studio Bootcamp and by 18 April 2025 for all other summer schools to be considered for nomination.

For more information download the NEOMA Summer School Brochure 2025

Germany

University of Trier 53rd International Summer School

Expand and improve your German language skills during a summer course at an internationally oriented university in one of the most beautiful regions of the European Union! All programme points are coordinated in terms of content and are included in the total price. The course is not only about language proficiency, but also about strengthening your oral communication skills and immersing into German academic fields, German communication and culture. 

  • Duration: 03 - 28 August 2026
  • Subject areas: German language and classes at Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced levels
  • Tuition Fee: €790, includes classes, day excursions to Luxembourg and France, social events, evening programmes and a public transport ticket
  • Accommodation: Not included in the tuition fees but limited dorm rooms are available for €490 for the project duration
  • Deadline: Applications will open from March 2026 and students will be accepted on a rolling basis. 

For further information and application information, visit their website 

KU Eichstätt Ingolstadt - Summer School 2026

The Catholic University of Eichstätt-Ingolstadt (KU) gives students and professionals from all over the world the opportunity to study abroad in the heart of Bavaria. Students can choose between three different courses that include language classes to suit your level of proficiency (A2-C1 levels). Students will gain valuable insights into German and Bavarian cultural traditions, literature and history, and also have the chance to visit iconic landmarks. The summer school organises excursions to destinations such the UNESCO World Heritage Bamberg and Ingolstadt.

  • Duration: 19 July - 08 August 2026
  • Subject areas: German Language Intensive and Cultural Studies (A2-C1 level), with the choice of focusing on either German and Bavarian Cultural Studies, or Pop Culture in German Literature and Film.
  • Tuition Fee: €649.00 includes course materials, cultural excursion, workshops, leisure activities and welcome and farewell reception.
  • Accommodation: Not included in the tuition fees but can be arranged by KU Eichstätt Ingolstadt's International Office. Students can ask for housing within their online application.
  • Deadline: Early Bird deadline of 28 February 2026 for a €50 discount. Standard application deadline 30 April 2026.

For further information and application information, visit their website and check out their brochure.

Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz - GO Heimat 2026 

This year's GO (Global Outreach) project includes a week of interdisciplinary academic talks focusing on “Heimat” (home or homeland), climate change and migration at JGU Mainz, and a second week of collaborative project work with schools in Ahrweiler. The project will end with the Scot-t Fest, during which you will have the opportunity to showcase your research. The project's main language will be English, so all students can apply, whether they know German or not. There is an optional two-week German language course at the start of June you can sign up for, in addition to the programme, to improve your language skills.

  • Duration: 14 June - 28 June 2026
  • Tuition Fee: Approximately €350 tuition fees.
  • Accommodation: Fee does not cover accommodation, however JGU will assist successful applicants with finding affordable accommodation.
  • Deadline: Application deadline of 16 February 2026 to apply via the GO Heimat website

For more details, view the GO Heimat brochure, and GO Heimat information sheet

Osnabrück University Summer School

Osnabrück University is offering three levels of German Language and Culture summer schools this year with various levels and lengths. The A1 level course and A2 level course offer participants with no prior knowledge of the German language the opportunity to acquire the foundations of German and to experience more than 1000 years of German culture and civilization in and around the city of Osnabrück, the City of Peace. By the end of the program, students will have mastered basic language skills in German equivalent to level A1 or A2. The Advanced Intensive German course offers the same, with the opportunity to deepen your knowledge of the language for students who already have an A2/B1 level of German. All students will be able to participate in a cultural programme including guided tours, exhibition visits and an excursion to the Northern Sea. 

  • Duration: 12 July - 1 August 2026 (A1 and A2 level); 6 July - 5 August 2026 (Advanced Intensive German)
  • Subject areas: German Language, culture and civilization
  • Level: Undergraduate and graduate students
  • Tuition Fee: A1 and A2 level courses are normally €1,400.00 but are available at €1,150.00 with a University of Aberdeen discount. Advanced Intensive German is normally €2,250.00, but is available at €2,000.00 with a University of Aberdeen discount. Tuition fee covers course materials, accommodation, culture activities, public transit, and more. There is an optional 3-day trip to Berlin at the end of the A1 and A2 courses for an additional €350. The trip to Berlin is included in the cost of the Intensive course. 
  • Accommodation: Included in the price, to arranged by the university.
  • Deadline: 7 April 2026

For more information visit their website and check out their brochures:

Osnabruck Summer Schools Overview 2026

A1-A2 Level Course Brochure

Intensive German Course Brochure

 

Tübingen International & European Studies Summer School 2026

The University of Tübingen is offering two periods of summer schools for 2026, with two different topics per session. Students attending the June session can choose between 'Society, Misinformation, and AI in Europe' and 'Sustainability, Biodiversity, and Ethics in Europe'. The August session will offer courses on 'The EU in Permanent Crisis?' and 'Representing the European Past in Cross-Cultural Communities'. All courses include parallel German language courses for students from A0-A2 level. The summer school includes a social and cultural programme to help students explore the sights of Tübingen and immerse in German culture. 

  • Duration: June Session = 01 - 29 June 2026; August Session = 03 - 28 August 2026
  • Subject areas: Multi-disciplinary Social Sciences
  • Level: Undergraduate
  • Tuition Fee: A special discounted programme fee of €1,800 is available for University of Aberdeen students. This includes teaching, study trips, accommodation, cultural activities and public transport.
  • Accommodation: Included in the price of the programme fee.
  • Deadline: Late February 2026 for the June session and late March 2026 for the August session.

For more information, please visit their websites for the June Session and the August Session.

 

Hong Kong

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) Summer Undergraduate Research Program

Limited spaces may be available

The HKUST Summer UG Research Program is a research placement for students who are passionate in doing research and would love the opportunity to work alongside HKUST faculty on research projects. This hands-on experience will allow them to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world scenarios, develop research skills, and contribute to meaningful work in their field of interest. Additionally, it fosters mentorship relationships, helping students navigate their academic paths while enhancing their resumes with valuable research experience. Students will work on a HKUST research project under the mentorship of the research project supervisor, while being immersed in the local Hong Kong culture through orientation and cultural activities throughout the program.

  • Duration: 11 June – 17 August 2026 (8 weeks)
  • Subject areas: Research projects available for the following schools: Science, Engineering, Business, Humanities and Social Science, and Interdisciplinary Studies. Please check their website for more details.
  • Level: Undergraduate students currently in their second year or higher. Students need to have a 3.0 GPA based on a 4.0 scale.
  • Tuition Fee: $18,600 HKD tuition fee plus the programme fee listed below. 
  • Accommodation: Fee of $14,500 HKD that will cover application, visa, insurance and accommodation for the period.
  • Deadline: Application deadline for non-nominated students is 15 February 2026. If you wish to be nominated by the University of Aberdeen as a fee-paying student, please email GoAbroad.Outgoing@abdn.ac.uk by 6 February 2026.

For more information visit their website

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) International Summer School

The HKUST International Summer School welcomes students from partner institutions to study at HKUST. The program aims to create a rewarding exchange experience for students from around the world. It comprises high-quality courses taught by regular HKUST instructors and opportunities to participate in local excursions and cultural immersion activities enable students to deepen their understanding of Hong Kong.

  • Duration: Session 1 = 11 June – 10 July 2026; Session 2 = 9 July – 7 August 2026
  • Subject areas: Wide variety including Sciences, Humanities, Social Sciences, Business, etc.
  • Level: Undergraduate-level courses
  • Tuition Fee: $18,600 HKD per three-credit course
  • Accommodation: Fee of $9,000 HKD (session 1) or $14,500 HKD (session 2) that will cover application, visa, travel insurance and accommodation for the summer school period.
  • Deadline: Application for non-nominated students is 10 March 2026. If you wish to be nominated by the University of Aberdeen as a fee-paying student, please email GoAbroad.Outgoing@abdn.ac.uk by 6 February 2026.

For more information visit their website

 

University of Hong Kong Summer Institute (HKUSI)

Established in 2015, HKU Summer Institute (HKUSI) provides learning opportunities for secondary, undergraduate, and postgraduate students from around the world. The programmes are uniquely designed to enable students to explore their academic interests and career pathways while enjoying the summer experience of a lifetime at HKU. HKUSI offers a wide variety of HKU summer programmes to suit different disciplinary interests. The programmes are presented in three major categories - Research, Immersive Programmes, and Multi-location Programmes. Students will have the opportunity to make meaningful connections and expand their international network to facilitate future professional development.

  • Duration: Each course has its own duration between June and August 2025. Please check the programme list for more information.
  • Subject areas: Wide variety including Sciences, Humanities, Social Sciences, Business, etc. Please check the programme list for more information.
  • Level: Undergraduate and Postgraduate level courses
  • Tuition Fee: Each course has its own tuition fee, please check the programme list for more information. University of Aberdeen students receive a 10% discount when entering the university name during payment and acceptance of the offer.
  • Accommodation: On-campus accommodation is limited and not guaranteed, on a first-come, first-served basis. Please check their website for more details.
  • Deadline: Early Bird deadline of 7 February 2026, standard deadline of 21 March 2026.

For more information visit their website

Italy

Now Closed - University of Bologna: Summer School in Classical Languages

The Bologna University Summer School in Classical Languages, organised by the Department of Classics and Italian Studies, offers intensive courses in Greek and Latin with the aim of enabling students to read some of the fundamental texts of Italy's cultural tradition. Classes will be held in person at the Department of Classical Philology and Italian Studies of the University of Bologna with the assistance of a resident tutor; all activities will be in English.

  • Duration: 16 June to 4 July 2025 (3 weeks)
  • Subject areas: Beginners Latin, Intermediate Latin, Beginners Greek
  • Level: All undergraduate and postgraduate students
  • Tuition Fee: €900 for a single course (Greek or Latin), €1450 for a double course (Greek and Latin). Fee includes courses, course materials and cultural activities.
  • Accommodation: Not included
  • Deadline: 3 June 2025

For more information and for the application details, please visit their website

Japan

Akita International University Japanese Language Summer Program

Limited tuition fee-waived spaces available

The AIU Summer Program is a six-week, intensive Japanese language and culture study program designed for highly motivated undergraduate students around the world. Participants can take elementary courses taught by experienced Japanese instructors to hone their Japanese language skills in a small class environment. Class levels range from Absolute Beginner to Advanced Beginner learners of Japanese language.

  • Duration: 16 June - 24 July 2026 (6 weeks)
  • Eligibility: Only suitable for undergraduate students with a GPA of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
  • Tuition Fees: 390,000 JPY; price includes room and board (3 meals per day), and activities such as Japanese culture workshops and field trips. Limited tuition fee-waived spaces available, priced at 260,000 JPY.
  • Accommodation: On campus accommodation included in the programme fee including bedding, room cleaning, and three meals per day.
  • Deadline: Please email GoAbroad.Outgoing@abdn.ac.uk no later than 6 February 2026 with a 200-word motivational statement to be considered for nomination. Nominated students will get the tuition and processing fee waived. 

For more information visit their website

Mexico

ITESO, Universidad Jesuita de Guadalajara - International Summer Program

Limited tuition fee-waived spaces available

The International Summer Program at ITESO offers course taught in English and Spanish, taught jointly by an ITESO and an international professor. All courses (except Spanish Language) are co-taught with international professors and ITESO professors. Courses are offered in Spanish, English, or both. Students enrolling in courses offered in Spanish must prove a B2 level of Spanish and for those offered in both Spanish and English - a B1 level of Spanish is required. Students will take classes with ITESO students. The taught topics range from Astronomy, to Chemistry, Entrepreneurship, to Photography.

  • Duration: 25 May - 19 June 2026
  • Level: Undergraduate. Some postgraduate courses are available but only in Spanish.
  • Subject areas: Check their online guide for the full list of courses available
  • Tuition Fee: $24,824.00 MXN. Fees include courses, access to all campus facilities, fieldtrips (two per course), airport pickup, orientation, and official transcript. A limited number of tuition fee-waived spaces may be available; email GoAbroad.Outgoing@abdn.ac.uk with a 200-word motivational statement by 20 February 2026 for the priority deadline and 23 March 2026 for the last deadline.
  • Accommodation: Limited housing available for $7,500.00 MXD within walking distance of the campus. Please note that housing is limited due to the FIFA World Cup. 
  • Deadline: Applications open from January - 1 April 2026. Priority application deadline is 1 March 2026.

For more information, email international@iteso.mx and see the brochure here

Netherlands

Now Closed - VU Amsterdam Summer School

This year's Summer School will occur between 5 July and 3 August (including arrival and departure days). VU Amsterdam provides top-notch short courses in subjects like international law, environmental science and policy, and statistical research. Their summer school professors are passionate about sharing their knowledge through interactive lectures, group discussions, and practical assignments. A diverse and inclusive environment fosters cross-cultural understanding and encourages collaboration. VU Amsterdam also offers exciting social activities such as city tours, museum visits, and workshops. These allow you to explore one of the most beautiful capital cities in Europe and gain valuable insights into Dutch culture.

  • Duration: 5 July - 3 August 2025
  • Subject areas: Wide variety, check their website for the full list
  • Level: Undergraduate and postgraduate
  • Tuition Fee: Discount available for University of Aberdeen students as a partner; €1035 for a two-week course and €705 for a one-week course. A €50 Early Bird discount is available for students who apply before 14 March 2025. Some competitive scholarships available, check their website for more information.
  • Accommodation: Not included in tuition fees, recommended third-party accommodation and limited short-stay accommodation options can be found on their website
  • Deadline: Early Bird application deadline: 14 March 2025; regular application deadline: 1 May 2025

For more information, visit their website here

South Korea

Yonsei International Summer School

The Yonsei International Summer School (YISS) opened its doors in 1985 and since then, YISS has become an integral part of campus life based on a unique blend of Korean and global cultures. YISS continues to grow and evolve, accommodating the needs of a rapidly changing student body and meeting the challenges of a fast-paced global society. The 2026 program includes courses from the arts, culture, and humanities while also offering cutting-edge classes in management and economics, global issues, history, social sciences, and science and technology. Moreover, a shorter, 4-week option is also provided to accommodate students that can only be away for a limited period of time.

  • Duration: 4-week course = 29 June - 22 July 2026; 6-week course = 29 June - 5 August 2026
  • Tuition Fee: One course: 2,020,000 KRW; Two courses: 3,630,000 KRW; Three courses: 4,130,000 KRW. Plus 100,000 KRW application fee. Early Bird Discounts are available if you apply by 12 March and pay by 19 March 2026. Some scholarships are available, click here to check eligibility
  • Accommodation: Not included in program fee. Limited on-Campus housing available, starting at 616,000 KRW for 4 weeks and 924,000 KRW for 6 weeks (2025 rates). More accommodation details can be found here
  • Application Period: 12 March 2026 for Early Bird application, 7 May 2026 for standard application.

Check their website and their leaflet for more information

Spain

Now Closed - Universidad Autónoma de Barcelona Summer School

UAB Barcelona Summer School program comprises a training offer of 30 undergraduate courses, from all academic fields - Sciences, Biosciences, Health Sciences, Arts and Humanities, Social and Legal Sciences and Engineering. Courses are taught at the UAB Campus, a natural environment with the best services: sports, leisure, culture and accommodation, located 35 minutes from the city centre of Barcelona. Most courses are taught in English with a few of them being taught in Spanish.

  • Duration: First period: 23 June - 11 July 2025; Second period: 14 July - 1 August 2025
  • Subject areas: Sciences, Biosciences, Health Sciences, Arts and Humanities, Social and Legal Sciences and Engineering. Please check their website for the list of course offerings sorted by subject area.
  • Level: Undergraduate and postgraduate
  • Tuition Fee: €930 course fee. Early Bird discount of 20% if you enrol before 15 May 2025.
  • Accommodation: Not included in program fee. Residence Halls and Hotel Campus accommodation available; Residence Halls are available with a discount for those participating in the summer program. Please check their website for information on accommodation offers.
  • Deadline: Early Bird application deadline: 15 May 2025; regular application deadline: 31 May 2025.

Download the UAB Barcelona Summer School Brochure and visit their website for more information

 

Now Closed - Universidad Autónoma de Madrid - Summer School of Economics and Business

Join an exclusive 4-week study program that offers some of UAM's high-quality courses, all taught in English by top professors and researchers of UAM's School of Economics and Business Studies. The SSEB brings together students from all over the World and a few local students in a truly international environment. The courses are complemented by social and cultural events, as well as academic field trips, which are not offered during the regular Fall and Spring semesters.

  • Duration: 30 June - 25 July 2025
  • Subject areas: Economics, Business, and International Finance
  • Level: Undergraduate and graduate students
  • Tuition Fee: Early Bird: €1,199 - €1,924; Regular: €1,599 - €2,199. Tuition fee dependant on the amount of courses taken and include the costs of social and cultural events, as well as field trips included in the programme.
  • Accommodation: Not included in programme fee. The Office of Study Abroad at UAM will provide help in finding accommodation for interested students. There are some on- and off-campus housing options available on a first-come first-served basis.
  • Deadline: Early Bird application deadline: 28 February 2025; regular application deadline: 6 June 2025

Download their brochure, check out their Fact Sheet and visit their website for more information

Switzerland

University of Zurich International Summer School

The University of Zurich is excited to announce that they will be returning to host their summer programs on their beautiful campus in the heart of Zurich! Students will get to enjoy highly interactive and innovative sessions and a comprehensive social program. Zurich are offering four courses this year: Deep Dive into Blockchain, the Global Education Landscape, International Sports Law, Healthy Longevity, and Finance for the Future

Please click each course name to view the respective webpages

  • Duration: Session 1 = 30 June - 21 July 2026; Session 2 = 5 - 24 July 2026
  • Subject areas: See course titles above
  • Level: Bachelor and Masters students are encouraged to apply
  • Tuition Fee: 3,500 Swiss Francs, including tuition, social program, and public transport. Discount of up 1,000 Swiss Francs is available for University of Aberdeen students on a first-come, first-serve basis.
  • Accommodation: Starting at 950 Swiss Francs. Students interested in UZH's housing will need to request it in their application. Check here for more information.
  • Deadline: 23 April 2026; information on how to apply can be found on their website. University of Aberdeen discount is first-come, first-serve.

Visit their website for more information

USA

Now Closed - University of North Carolina Wilmington Summer at the Beach

The UNCW Summer at the Beach programme offers 4-week intensive, in-person courses in the city of Wilmington, North Carolina. This year's course focuses on the culture and history of the American south. Located nine kilometres from the beach, UNCW offers visiting students educational courses and coastal living. Students are able to learn about U.S. culture, participate in UNCW programming, and explore the Wilmington community.

  • Duration: 21 June - 21 July 2025
  • Subject areas: Culture and History of the American south
  • Tuition Fee: $2,700.00 USD; includes accommodation, meal plan and health insurance, airport pickup, 4 excursions, bike rental and lectures. 
  • Accommodation: Programme fee includes accommodation (with pool access) and meal plan.
  • Application Deadline: 01 March 2025

Check our their brochure (UNCW Summer at the Beach Brochure) and website for more information.

Winter Schools

South Korea

Winter Abroad at Yonsei University

Yonsei University invites international students to join them at their Sinchon campus in Seoul for a rewarding three-week program blending academic excellence with exciting cultural activities in Seoul. Yonsei's distinguished faculty will lead you through diverse courses designed to challenge and inspire, while providing the opportunity to build your professional network with peers from around the world.

Beyond the classroom, enjoy a variety of extracurriculars, ranging from traditional Korean martial arts and cooking, to thrilling snowboarding adventures. Whether you go to expand your academic horizons or immerse yourself in a new cultural experience, WAY guarantees an unforgettable journey of learning and discovery.

  • Duration: 26 December 2025 - 17 January 2026
  • Subject area: Variety of courses from Korean Language and Studies, to Social Sciences, Economics, and more. Please check the full course list here: 2025 WAY Course List | Winter Abroad at Yonsei
  • Tuition Fee: From 1,870,000 KRW for one course, up to 3,870,000 KRW for three courses. Early Bird discount of 15% available for students who apply before 16 October 2025.
  • Accommodation: Not included in the tuition fees but limited on-campus accommodation is available between 528,000 KRW to 912,000 KRW for the programme duration.
  • Deadline: Early Bird deadline is 16 October 2025. Standard application deadline is 13 November 2025.

For further information and application information, visit their website and check out the Yonsei University Winter School Leaflet

Germany

University of Freiburg Winter University

The University of Freiburg Winter University offers an immersive academic programme in the heart of Europe and gain a global edge through language, culture, and career-focused learning. This programme offers students a unique opportunity to engage with European studies, sustainability, and innovation while enhancing language skills. The module is complemented by exciting field trips and insightful visits to leading institutions and companies. This immersive experience combines theoretical input with practical exposure, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of European issues and the skills to engage with global challenges.

There is an integrated language course that supports students’ communication abilities in real-world contexts. You can choose between a German course for beginners, which will equip you with essential everyday language survival skills, or an advanced English course, which will help to boost your speaking confidence and to refine your writing skills. Extracurricular activities like welcome breakfast, campus and city tour, and a trip to the Black Forest on the weekend are also included in the programme fee.

Please note that University of Aberdeen students are only eligible to attend Module 1 and not Module 2 due to Aberdeen term dates.

  • Duration: 05-16 January 2026
  • Subject area: United Europe - European Unity and Global Challenges
  • Tuition Fee: €1,700 includes course materials, teaching, excursions and field trips, welcome breakfast, and a farewell event.
  • Accommodation: Not included in the tuition fees but limited dorm rooms are available for €490 for the module duration. Students will need to request this upon applying to the programme. For more information, visit the short-term accommodation webpage: Accommodation Short-Term Programmes — Sprachlehrinstitut
  • Deadline: 31 October 2025

For further information and application information, visit their website and check out their brochure