Short term programs worldwide
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Many of TU Dresden's partner universities offer various short-term student exchange programs, such as summer schools, intercultural training or language courses. The respective programs are linked directly and sorted by application deadline in the respective categories. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us:
There is also the possibility of Blended Short Term Mobility, which is eligible for Erasmus funding.
General information can be found here: Summer or winter schools, language courses in Europe
Current programs in Europe
Italy
For anyone who has always wanted to learn Italian, the Winter School in Italian Language and Culture is the perfect place to start.
What is it? 
The Winter School, which takes place in the heart of Venice, offers you a language course (30 hours) for beginners and a cultural program to get to know Venice better.
When? 
January 26 - February 6, 2026
Application period:
October 6 - November 21, 2025
You can apply under this link.
More information about the program, course fees and application can be found on the program website.
Current programs outside Europe
Mexico
- What is it?
 Tec Summer School (June - July 2025)
 Fall Semester (August - December 2025)
 Tec Winter School (January - February 2026)
 Spring Semester (February - June 2026)
 
 There are a variety of courses for different topics, e.g. Global Business, Spanish as a Second Language, Mexican Heritage & Culture, and many more.
- Where? Monterrey, Querétaro, Mexico City, Puebla (depending on the program)
- Nomination deadline (depending on the course)
 Tec Summer School: May 9, 2025
 Fall Semester: May 23, 2025
 Tec Winter School: November 7, 2025
 Spring Semester: November 14, 2025
You can find more information on the program's website
South Korea
The University of Seoul is offering a 2-week Korean language and culture course in February.
Who?
Students who are interested in gaining an insight into Korean culture and language
When?
February 8 - 21, 2026
Application period:
October 1 - December 31, 2025
More information about the course fee, program and application process can be found on the Winter School website.
South Korea
Dankook University is once again offering a ten-day Winter School for students this winter.
What?
Winter School with language course and cultural program. With the language course you can get 1 ECTS. The cultural program includes a ski trip, preparing kimchi yourself, K-POP dance course and much more.
When?
February 1 - 12, 2026
Application period
October 1 - 31, 2025
You can apply via this link.
You can find more information about the Winter School, the program and the course fees on the website.
Japan
The 2-week program brings together 15 Keio University students and 25 international students from around the world to learn about Japan from different perspectives.
What?
2-week program with 90-minute lectures on various topics followed by group discussions, presentations and other group activities.
Who? 
Students in Bachelor and Master programs
When? 
February 23 - March 7, 2026
Application deadline
Deadline extended: October 31, 2025
Further information on the program can be found on the website.
If you are interested or have questions about the program or application, please contact Carolin Schneider at 
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                            Advice on studying abroad
NameMs Federica Serra
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