Short term programs worldwide

Italy

Ca'Foscari University in Venice is once again offering a varied program of summer courses this year - from art history to AI & cybersecurity to geopolitics, there is something for everyone.

When:
July 06 - 31, 2026
Students can choose between 1 and 2-week courses. Several courses can be taken at the same time.

Costs:
one-week courses: 400 €
two-week courses: 500 - 800 €
PROMOS funding can be applied for.

Application deadline:
May 31, 2026

More information about the program and application can be found on the Summer School website.

Italy
 

When:
2 weeks from June 29 - July 17, 2026 or
2 weeks from June 29 - July 10, 2026

Courses:
24 hours per week (4 mornings, Monday to Friday and 2 hours on 2 afternoons)

Levels:
A1, A2, B1 - based on a placement test
For B1 level students, courses/lectures on contemporary Italian culture, art, cinema, literature and sociolinguistics are offered in the 3rd week

Activities Culture + leisure:
Opera, art, cultural excursions, cooking, Italian music, Italian gestures, aperitivo at the end of the course

Further information

Registration until June 5, 2026

France

The CentraleSupélec Summer Schools will take place from June 29 to July 10, 2026 on the Paris-Saclay Campus and are aimed at international students.the Summer School offers courses on the topics of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Transformation & Industry 4.0 .

You will gain insights into the latest research on AI and digital transformation, take part in company visits and enjoy an exciting cultural program.

When?
June 29 - July 10

Costs:
2000 € (incl. accommodation and meals)

Application deadline:
May 10, 2026

You can find more information about the program and the application on the Summer School website.

Austria

The two international summer universities "Alternative Economic and Monetary Systems (AEMS)" and "Green.Building.Solutions. (GBS)" offer you the opportunity to deal intensively with sustainability and to deepen your knowledge in this field. AEMS deals with alternative economic and financial systems and shows how sustainable approaches can solve global challenges. GBS focuses on ecological construction and sustainable urban development - ideal if you are interested in innovative solutions in the construction industry.

When:
AEMS: July 12 - 31, 2026
GBS: July 13 - August 1, 2026

Application deadline:
For scholarships: April 30, 2026
General: June 15, 2026

You can find more information on the Summer Universities website.

Finland

The LUT Summer School offers you the opportunity to take exciting courses in the fields of sustainability, business and technology . You can choose from Bachelor's and Master's courses, each of which is completed with 3 ECTS credits. In addition to the academic content, you can expect a varied leisure program where you can experience Finnish nature and culture. The courses are taught in English.

When:
August 3 - 7, 2026 + online graduation event on August 10, 2026

Application deadline:
Early Bird: April 12, 2026 (800 €)
Regular: until May 31, 2026 (900 €)

Further information and registration can be found on the LUT Summer School website.

Latvia

The Summer Schools 2026 at Riga Technical University (RTU) offer you the chance to acquire interdisciplinary knowledge in areas such as technology, photonics and languages.

Programs:

• Swarm& Detect: UAV in Smart Citites (August 3 - 14 | 1000 €)
  Focus: Drone technologies in smart city development
• ChipLight: Integrated Photonics (August 3 - 14 | 1000 €)
  Focus: Future technologies in photonics
• Soft Skills for Deep Tech (August 12 - 21 | 750 €)
  Focus: Essential soft skills for technology experts
• English Immersion Bootcamp (August 10 - 21 | 800 €)
  Focus: Improve your English and experience cultural diversity
• Epico Village: Knowledge Exploration (July 13 - 26 | €600)
  Focus: Creative approaches to knowledge transfer

Application deadline: June 24, 2026

More information about the programs and the application process can be found on the RTU Summer School website.

Funding
You can apply for a scholarship from the Latvian government for the Summer Schools. All information about the scholarships can be found on the website.

Slovakia

Are you interested in management and digitalization? From July 20 to 24, 2026, the Bratislava University of Economics and Business is offering you an exciting summer school on "Managing People in the Digital Era".

When?
July 20 - 24, 2026

Costs:
250 € course fees
ERASMUS funding can be applied for.

Application deadline:
May 31, 2026

For more information on the course program and application, please visit the program website.

Croatia

The International Summer school of the Zagreb School of Economics and Management (ZSEM) offers you the opportunity to participate in up to three dates between June 29 and August 9, 2026. The courses cover topics such as AI, sustainable tourism, marketing and leadership.

When?
Term 1: June 29 - July 12
Term 2: July 13 - 26
Term 3: July 27 - August 9

Application deadlines:
Early Bird: April 20, 2026
June 1, 2026

More information about the program and application can be found on the Summer School website.

Lithuania

The VMU Summer School 2026 in Kaunas and Vilnius offers an exciting opportunity to gain international and interdisciplinary study experience. The courses start between June 22 and July 20, 2026 and cover topics such as culture, education, technology, natural sciences and arts.

When:
June 22 - July 3
July 7 - August 5
July 20 - 31

Application deadline:
May 31, 2026

You can find more information about the course program and the application process on the Summer School website.

Finland

The University of Finland is looking for interns for an Erasmus Traineeship from August to December 2026.

When?
August - December 2026

Tasks:

• Supporting the incoming team and assisting international students
• Assisting with the application and nomination process in the SoleMOVE system
• Organization of and participation in international social and academic events

Requirements:

• Fluency in English, organizational skills and openness in customer contact
• Ideally experience abroad

Costs:
Funding through Erasmus possible!

Application deadline:
May 10, 2026

CV & letter of motivation to

Brazil

The interdisciplinary program at PUC-Rio offers exciting insights into current Brazilian topics in a global context. Lectures, company visits in Rio and cultural and social activities combine theory and practice. Portuguese courses can also be booked as an option.

When?
Brazilian Seminars: July 9 - 24, 2026
Portuguese courses: July 6-9 and/or July 27-31, 2026

Application deadline:
May 30, 2026
Early Bird (10 % discount on course fees): May 30, 2026

You can find more information about the courses on offer and how to apply on the Summer Program website.

South Korea

The International Summer School 2026 offers three programs that combine academic learning with intercultural exchange and an insight into Korean culture.

Global Village (June 17 - July 3, 2026): 2-week teaching internship with free accommodation and up to 1,000 USD flight allowance (only bookable together with Academic Program)

Academic Program (July 5 - 31, 2026): 4-week academic courses plus cultural activities

Korean Immersion Program (August 3 - 21, 2026): 3-week intensive program on Korean language and culture.

Application deadline:
AR: March 09
AP: April 30
KIP: May 31

More information about the program and application can be found on the Summer School website.

South Korea

In 2026, the University of Seoul is offering two exciting programs that allow interested students to experience Seoul up close - whether for a summer or a whole semester (or two).

Seoul International Summer School I (SISS I) combines English-language university courses with Korean lessons and a varied cultural program. The ideal mix if you want to do something for your studies and immerse yourself in Korean culture at the same time.

The Seoul Visiting Student Program (SVSP) is aimed at anyone planning a longer stay in Korea. As a visiting student, you will study for one or two semesters at one of the renowned universities in the center of Seoul - with courses in Korean or English and a full campus experience.

SISS I
Target group: Students of all departments
Duration: July 1 - 29, 2026
Application deadline: June 15, 2026

SSPA
Target group: Students from the 3rd semester onwards
Application deadline: May 31 (Fall Semester) / November 30 (Spring Semester)

More information about the two programs can be found on the website.

Mexico

Tec de Monterrey is once again offering interesting summer and winter schools this year, specializing in language, culture and intercultural exchange.

Summer School (June - July)

• Language courses (Spanish for beginners to advanced)
• iSummerMX: 4-week intensive program that takes place at 4 different campus locations (e.g. Mexico City, Monterrey, Guadalajara) with a focus on business, technology and Mexican culture. Lessons in Spanish or English

Winter School (Jan - Feb)

• Spanish language courses + courses on Mexican culture & history or business in Mexico

Application deadlines:
Summer: May 15, 2025
Winter: November 20, 2026

Contact if you are interested in the programs.

You can find more information about the programs, course fees and application documents on the Tec de Monterrey website.

Südkorea

Die Ajou University bietet eine International Summer School (AISS) an, die akademisches Lernen mit interkulturellem Austausch und einem Einblick in die koreanische Kultur verbinden. 

Wann? 
29. Juni - 18. Juli 2026

Bewerbungsfrist:
04. Juni 2026 (Nominierung über Frau Carolin Schneider: carolin.schneider@tu-dresden.de)

Kurse:

- Economic Development and Policies

- Data Analytics & Business Decision-Making

- Sustainability

- Korean Language

Please find more information on the programmes, course fees and application documents on Ajou University's website.