European Course of Cryogenics
The two commonly organized academic courses in “Cryogenic Fundamentals” and “Cryogenic Processes” are offered — according to previous years — in 2026 again.
Intention and scope of the course
Based on an agreement between between the respective technical universities the commonly organized academic courses in “Cryogenic Fundamentals” and “Cryogenic Processes” are offered to students every year in the summer semester.
Lecture dates and locations
| Date | Location | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Aug. 17th – Aug. 21st 2026 | TU Dresden, Germany | Basics; liquid hydrogen technology |
| Aug. 24th – Aug. 28th 2026 | WUST Wroclaw, Poland | Helium technology, cryocoolers, instrumentation |
| Aug. 31st – Sept. 04th 2026 | NTNU Trondheim, Norway | Liquefied natural gas |
Academic information
The content of the course is comprising two main subjects:
• Cryogenic Fundamentals
• Cryogenic Processes
In total these are rated with maximum 12 ECTS credits. An acknowledgement for the respective studies depends on the local university regulations. Participants from other universities are asked to double-check an acknowledgement at their respective home university. The courses will be held exclusively in English. Full day classes are scheduled each week from Monday to Friday. Lecturers are members of the named organizing universities and a number of dedicated external experts. In addition to the lessons, technical excursions, tutorials and demonstrations will be performed. The course will finish with two written examinations (fundamentals, processes) according to ECTS standards.
Funding situation
The participants are expected to travel on their own expenses and responsibility. Please make your travel plan according to the travel dates stated below. The costs for accommodation and lunch are covered by the hosting universities, mainly financed by respective funding. Usually a limited number of excursions and social events are also covered. Any request for individual financial support should be addressed to the respective own affiliation.
Travel dates
| Date | Location |
|---|---|
| Aug. 16th 2026 | Arrival in Dresden |
|
Aug. 23rd 2026 |
Transfer to Wroclaw |
| Aug. 29th/30th 2026 | Transfer to Trondheim |
Who can apply?
The course is open to all master and PhD students with a fitting background, primarily from the organizing universities, moreover as well from all over the world (respective dedication to cryogenics, as well as a good pre-knowledge in engineering and/or process engineering presupposed). Due to a limited capacity an application process is established.
How can I apply?
You are a student of one of the three organizing universities? Direct your application to your local contact person. You are student of another university? Just direct your application as the German students to the Technische Universitaet Dresden contact person. No strict application deadline is given. But due to organizational, housing, travel and funding reasons, only a limited number of participants from each university, plus a limited number of international guest students can be admitted. Therefore all applicants are encouraged to hand in their application as soon as possible (before end of April best) to increase their chances for participation.
Application requirements:
a) Curriculum vitae including a picture
b) Letter of motivation
What is the address of my contact person
|
TU Dresden students and guests: |
Schaufler Chair of Refrigeration, Cryogenics and Compressor Technology, TU Dresden |
| WUST Wroclaw: |
Department of Cryogenics and Aviation Engineering, WUST |
| NTNU Trondheim: |
Department of Energy and Process Engineering, NTNU |
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Find here: Schedules and lecture slides
European Course of Cryogenics 2026
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