Academic Development Opportunities
Interested in international summer schools, research or study placements?
This page lists short international experiences aimed at supporting your academic development, including summer schools, research and study placements.
These short international experiences can work around your degree, either taking place during vacations or during term time without extending your course length. The links provided have been brought to our attention through partner universities or by other means. We accept no responsibility for the authenticity of opportunities listed on external websites. If you are unsure of any offer advertised, please seek further information before applying.
Filter the opportunities below using the tags below, depending on type of opportunity and location.
2025 RUC International Summer School
The Renmin University of China (RUC) brings together high-level instructors from universities worldwide to offer lectures and courses to students from universities worldwide for new experience, rich knowledge and deep insights. By supplying high-quality educational resources, RUC International Summer School aims to set up a platform for high-quality international education, and to enhance students’ ability of cross-cultural communication and promote international cooperation and exchanges in talent cultivation and the level of international education.
Date: 30 June 30 - 18 July, 2025
Location: Beijing, China
Fees: 800 RMB for registration, 7500 RMB tuition fee for each course, 7000 RMB for the early bird (before 31 March)
How to Apply: Contact us by ShortTermMobility@warwick.ac.uk for nomination or apply directly after nomination deadline.
Nomination Deadline: 10 March, 2025
Application Deadline: 5 May, 2025
Additional Info: Renmin will waive tuition fees for Warwick students by nomination.
Harvard Summer School 2025
Explore courses and programs at an academically rigorous experience for learners of all ages. Live on campus or study online. Join the vibrant, diverse community of motivated students and distinguished faculty as you satisfy your intellectual curiosity, make new friends from around the world, and explore the many facets of Harvard University.
7-WEEK SESSION: 23 June - 8 August
3-WEEK SESSIONS: 23 June - 10 July (session I); 14 July - 31 July (session 2)
4-WEEK SESSION: 14 July – 7 August
Location: the USA
Fees: 3,850 USD - $7,700 USD
How to Apply: click here.Link opens in a new window
Nomination Deadline: 16:00 (GMT), 20 March 2025
Additional Info: It is not possible to combine 7-week courses with 3-week or 4-week courses. 2025summer.pdf
NTU | GEM Trailblazer Summer
The future is hot in Asia! Spend a summer in Singapore, the perfect 'soft landing' in the heart of the fast developing Asia-Pacific region and a springboard to explore the many cultures and languages in neighbouring countries surrounding around Singapore!
Date: 23 June to 5 July 2025 (2-week Session 1); 3 July to 19 July 2025 (2-week Session 2); 23 June to 19 July 2025 (4-week session)
Location: Singapore, Asia
Fees: US$2,111 for one course, US$3,419 for two courses
How to Apply: Email us to be nominated shorttermmobility@warwick.ac.ukLink opens in a new window
Application Deadline: noon (GMT), Thursday 13 March 2025
Additional Info: Must meet minimum grade requirement of 50%
Catholic University of the Sacred Heart | Summer Programmes 2025
The Summer Programmes give you the opportunity to spend a period of 2 to 8 weeks abroad during the summer, at one of our top-ranked partner universities globally. You will be able to select exams to take and request the recognition of the CFUs.
Date: June - July (from 2 to 7 weeks)
Location: Milan, Rome
Fees: €1,350-€3,350,
How to Apply: Email us ShortTermMobility@warwick.ac.ukLink opens in a new window for nomination
Nomination Deadline: 1 April 2025
Application Deadline: 15 April 2025
Additional Info: Detailed fees on cost sheetLink opens in a new window
Vienna Summer School
Vienna University of Economics and Business provides an international short program with a focus on innovation management. A group of graduate students, both from WU’s international partners as well as from WU, will jointly attend this intensive program and work together on real-life group projects.
Date: 19-30 May, 2025
Location: Vienna, Austria
Fees: 740€
How to Apply: Email us at ShortTermMobility@warwick.ac.ukLink opens in a new window for nomination
Deadline: 28 February, 2025
Additional Info: brochureLink opens in a new window
Fudan University International Summer Session
Fudan University will offer about 35 content courses taught in English, 2 PE courses (Chinese Folk Dance and Chinese Kungfu), and 3 Chinese language courses at different levels. Various extracurricular and social activities will also be arranged for students to experience the Chinese culture and the wonders of Shanghai, and get connected with each other who are all brilliant college students from all over the world.
Date: 30 June - 25 July, 2025
Fees: 400 CNY application fee; 22,000 CNY tuition fee (10% discount for Warwick students)
How to Apply: Contact us by ShortTermMobility@warwick.ac.ukLink opens in a new window for nomination
Nomination Deadline: 21 April, 2025
Application Deadline: 31 May, 2025
Additional Info: 2025 Fudan University Summer Session Brochure, click hereLink opens in a new window.
2025 IEU Summer School Programs
The IE University Summer Program offers your first immersive experience of university life, designed to equip you with essential skills that will set you up for academic and professional success. This intensive, two-week program empowers you to explore your academic interests and start building toward your future career path. Through interactive workshops, collaborative projects, and dynamic coursework, you’ll develop critical thinking, teamwork, and communication skills that will prepare you to thrive in any environment.
Date: 26 May-23 June (session 1); 6 June-4 July (session 2)
Location: Segovia and Madrid, Spain
Fees: Tuition Fee is €3,500
How to Apply: Apply directly
Application Deadline: 30 March 2025
Additional Info: Any Warwick student will receive a 10% scholarship.
BNU International Summer School 2025
Greetings from Beijing Normal University. Programs are designed for students from various academic disciplines at higher education institutions worldwide. Participants will benefit from the experience we’ve gained in student engagement and the delivery of both virtual and on-campus teaching formats. You will enjoy highly interactive and innovative sessions and a comprehensive extra-curricular program.
Date: 22 June - 30 July, 2025
Location: Beijing and Zhuhai, China
Additional Info: BNU is offering 11 diverse programs, for detailed information on registration deadlines, tuition fees, accommodation, and course content, please do not hesitate to reach out to the primary contact for each program on the attached brochureLink opens in a new window.
Kyoto Summer Program 2025
Greetings from Kyoto University, Japan. Kyoto Summer Program aims to invite outstanding students from our partner universities around the world and
provide them with the opportunity to interact with each other while experiencing Kyoto University's unique academic culture and cutting-edge research activities.
Date: July 24 to August 9, 2025
Location: Kyoto, Japan
Fees: Tuition Fee is JPY 53,000.00
How to Apply: Apply directly
Application Deadline: 21 April 2025
Additional Info: Interested students must answer all the questions on the prior confirmation form to verify their eligibility.
CHUK 2025 International Summer School
Joins us at The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK)!
Are you ready for a summer adventure that combines excitement and academic enrichment? Imagine yourself making lifelong friendships with peers from around the world, learning in a dynamic and inspiring environment, and diving into the rich culture of a multicultural city? We can’t wait to welcome you to the beautiful CUHK campus for an unforgettable academic and multicultural journey!
Date: 3 - 24 August 2025
Location: Hong Kong, China
Tuition Fee: HK$17,000, Early Bird Discount is HK$16,300 (apply before 31 April 2025)
How to Apply: Apply directly
Application Deadline: 31 May 2025
Additional Info: They offer two courses of intensive Chinese language training in Putonghua at various levels. The programme will provide an opportunity for you to acquire pragmatic competence in the Chinese language through classroom learning and immersion activities.