Many overseas institutions offer the opportunity to gain an international experience for a short period of time. These short term opportunities are typically in the format of a summer or winter school, which are usually around 4 - 6 weeks in length. Typically summer opportunities are advertised from January onwards.
There are two types of short term opportunities:
There are a small number of summer short-term opportunities where we, in conjunction with the partner, are able to offer lower or no-fee places. These are offered via a competitive application process and the current opportunities are listed below. Students will be supported by the Global Opportunities team throughout the process.
A number of our partner institutions offer learning and research programmes over their summer and winter breaks. These opportunities are organised, managed, and hosted directly by the provider, not Durham University. They are offered on a fee-paying basis, but this cost sometimes includes on-the-ground housing, meals, and social activities. Most programmes are offered in English, however, there are a number where you can study in a foreign language. The Global Opportunities team will provide guidance where possible, however the onus would be on the student to complete any necessary application.
All fees and costs are payable by the student to the partner directly. These opportunities are listed below and are not eligible for Turing funding.
Solvay Summer School 2026 (August 2026)
Website: Programme - Solvay Summer SchoolApplication Deadline: 31 March 2026 (Early Bird)
Summer University Warsaw 2026 (July 2026)
Website: Summer University Warsaw 2026 Application Deadline: 30 April 2026
Radboud Summer School (June - July 2026)
Website: Radboud Summer School | Radboud UniversityApplication Deadline: 15 May 2026
Geneva Summer School (June - September 2026)
Website: Geneva Summer Schools • HomeApplication Deadline: Deadlines Vary
UZH International Summer School 2026 (June - July 2026)
Website: UZH International Summer Schools | UZHFurther Information: How to Apply; HousingApplication Deadline: 23 April 2026
Sommerhochschule 2026 (11 July - 08 August 2026)
Website: Summer School (Sommerhochschule)Further Information: Academic Program; Application & FeesApplication Deadline: 31 March 2026
International Summer Program (22 June - 10 July 2026)
Website: Summer School at BIFurther Information: BI Summer School Brochure 2026.pdfApplication Deadline: 15 April 2026
1) Summer School of Economics and Business | 29 June - 24 July 2026Four of the regular courses of 6 ECTS credits, taught in English, in a 4-week intensive format (choose 1 or 2) from Environmental Economics and Policy Analysis, International Finance, Global Marketing and Doing Business in Spain.
Website: http://uamsseb.education Application deadline: 5 June 2026
2) Summer School “Selected Topics in Tourism, International Hospitality and Attractions Management” |13-24 July 2026
A 2-week intensive course of 6 ECTS credits, taught in English. Topics include: Environmental policy and sustainable tourism; cutting-edge technology applied to tourism activities; human resource management; hospitality finance; exploring AI to better understand customer satisfaction; and culture, history, leisure, and attractions management in Madrid.
Website: https://uamsseb.education/tourism. Application deadline: 19 June 2026
Summer School in Classical Languages (15 June - 3 July)
Website: Summer School in Classical Languages — Filologia Classica e Italianistica - FiclitApplication deadline: 2 June 2026
Bocconi Summer School (29 June - 17 July)
Website: Info and Applying | Bocconi University
Application deadline: 9 April 2026 (6pm, CET)
WHU Online MBA European Summer Programme 2025 (3 - 15 May 2026)
Two-week course on 'The Changing Environment for International Business in Europe' specifically designed for MBA students in their second year, who are interested in International Business, Finance, and Corporate Strategy.
The program is taught entirely in English and comprises 57 academic hours
Website: Online MBA European Summer Program
Application Deadline: 15 April 2026
Emlyon Business Summer School (15 June - 10 July 2026)
4 modules available: Wine culture and wine marketing, Branding, Sustainable entrepreneurship and The AI Nexus: legal and data.
For senior undergraduate (year 4) and graduate students who want to explore wine culture, branding, sustainable entrepreneurship and the intersection of AI in business
Website: Summer School | emlyon business school
Application Deadline: 1 April 2026
Kedge International Summer School (8 June - 31 July 2026)
4 programmes in Marseille and 2 programmes in Paris to choose from. Students can either follow a set package or mix and match courses from different packages to create a personalised programme to suit their individual needs
Designed for advanced bachelor and master's degree students.
Website: International Summer Schools - Discover our programmes - Programmes - KEDGE Business School - Student
Application deadline: 4 May 2026
TU Berlin Summer School 2026 (6 July - 28 August 2026)
All classes are held in English. Applicants must have at least one year of university experience.
Offering both on-campus and online courses, ranging from two to four weeks. Courses will be available in areas such as computer science, sustainability, design, entrepreneurship, and much more!
Website: Summer School - TU Berlin
Application deadline: Registrations deadlines are one month before the start of your course. Applications after then will be considered but not guaranteed.
Graduate Summer School ( 8 July - 17 July 2026)
Website: Luiss Graduate Summer School | Summer Courses in Rome
Application deadline: 22 June 2026
Summer Bachelor Program, Cergy campus (6 July - 17 July 2026)
Website: Summer Bachelor Cergy || ESSECApplication deadline: 31 May 2026
Innovation & Entrepreneurship in Africa, Rabat campus (6 July - 24 July 2026)
Website: Innovation & Entrepreneurship in Africa || ESSECApplication deadline: 31 May 2026
The European Identity: Past, Present and Future (16 June - 26 June 2026)
Website: Short-term Programs at Unistra - International Welcome e-desk - University of Strasbourg
Application deadline: 15 April 2026
Kyoto Summer Program (July - August 2026)
More information: https://www.z.k.kyoto-u.ac.jp/summer-spring-program/ Application Deadline: TBC
ZJU Summer Programs (June - August 2026)
1. ZJU SDG Global Summer School (SDGGSS)
Website: SDG Global Summer School
Application Deadline: 19 April 2026
2. Global Innovation Practice Program (ZIP)
Application Deadline: TBA - Watch ZJU's website for information!
NTU Plus Academy Summer+ Chinese Language & Culture Program (22 June - 31 July 2026)
More information: NTU Plus Academy-CourseApplication Deadline: 15 April 2026
International Summer Program (June-July 2026)
5-week programme with 70+ courses to choose from. All courses are taught in English.
More information: SNU International Summer ProgramApplication Deadline: 20% discount if applying by 5 April 2026
PKU Summer School (July 2026)
Website: Peking University Summer School International 2026Application deadline: 31 May 2026
Tsinghua University Global Research Program 2026 (May - November 2026)
Website: 短期研究与学习-国际合作与交流处Application Deadline: 31 March 2026
HKU Summer Institute (Various dates)
Website: Home - HKU Summer Institute - The University of Hong Kong Application deadline: 3 April 2026 (Early bird: 7 February 2026)
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Yonsei International Summer School (YISS) (June - August 2026)
Choice between 4- and 6-week programmes, in-person and virtual
100+ classes across seven different academic fields
Courses conducted in English and Korean
More information: Yonsei International Summer School, Seoul, Korea – Yonsei University
Application Deadline: 12 March 2025 (Early Bird)
NTHU Mango Summer Program (MSP) 2026 (July 6 - 31, 2026)
MSP 2026 is a four-week summer program offering international students an immersive academic and cultural experience in Taiwan, with a focus on semiconductors, combined with Mandarin language and mindfulness training.
More information: NTHU Mango Summer Program
Application Period: 24 February - 30 April, 2026 (Taiwan Time)
Summer Programmes at NUS (30 June - 17 July 2026)
If you are considering a short study abroad experience during your summer break, what better way than to immerse yourself in one of the most exciting and culturally-diverse countries in the world! NUS offers a selection of summer programmes here in Singapore to cater to the various academic and personal interests that you may have.
Full list of programmes: Summer Programmes at NUS
Application closing date: Varies for each programme, see above link for full details and dates.
UM Global South Cultural Immersion @ UM 2026 (19 - 30 July 2026)
A specially curated programme designed to foster intercultural understanding, global perspectives, and meaningful engagement with Global South communities.
Apply here: UM Global South Cultural Immersion Application Form
Application deadline: 30 April 2026
Vancouver Summer Program | 5 June - 5 July or 17 July - 17 August 2026
A four week experience for international undergraduate students. Students select one course package consisting of two academically complementary courses. Over 60 packages across disciplines such as Arts, Business, Education, Engineering, Health Sciences, Science, and many more. Join one of UBC's upcoming information sessions via the link below to find out more.
Website: Vancouver Summer Program – UBC. Application deadline: 27 March 2026 (June session) or 17 April 2026 (July session)
Summer School | Summer 2026
UniAndes offer three Summer School Programmes: Law, Management and Colombia: Language, Nature and Peace.
Website: Summer Schools | Uniandes Internationalization
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