Nottingham Ningbo International Summer School 2026 Doing Business in China
Students are invited to apply for the University of Nottingham Ningbo in China (UNNC) International Summer School 2026: Doing Business in China from 6-15 July 2026. The programme is taught in English.
We are thrilled to offer up to 4 students the opportunity to be nominated to attend the UNNC International Summer School 2026 with fees waived (covering tuition, accommodation and meals during the summer school).
Please note you will need to fund your own visa fees, insurance, travel costs and other personal expenses outside the programme.
DEADLINE: noon (UK time) on Monday 18 May 2026
About
The 10-day Doing Business in China summer school, led by Nottingham University Business School China, introduces and explains relevant knowledge and methods for developing your understanding of how business is conducted in China. You will learn through case studies and practical exercises that there is no “golden key” to business in China. Class discussions will revolve around your own discovery of China. To contribute fresh insights, you will use the Ningbo region of China as a laboratory. You will be expected to develop your understanding of Chinese society through face-to-face encounters with local businesses and organisations.
Why attend?
- Provides an introduction to Chinese business and society
- Integrates business theory, business practices and industry experiences in China
- Facilitates students to understand typical Chinese business cases and explore inspiring niche markets
- Incorporates visits to experience both modern and ancient parts of a Chinese city
- Features international teaching experiences at a Chinese campus, offering a quick and immersive way to integrate into the new culture
Eligibility
- Full time student
- Good academic standing
- Non-Chinese national
- Candidates must be nominated by invited UNNC partner universities
Key dates
- 6-15 July 2026
Cost
For the 4 successful applicants UNNC will cover:
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Tuition
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On-campus accommodation during the summer school (a standard room in the on-campus hotel, shared by two students)
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Meals during the summer school
Additional costs
Travel costs, visa fees (if applicable), insurance, and other personal expenses
Funding opportunities
- Students can apply for short term fundingLink opens in a new window, however this is not guaranteed. Please consider this before making your application
More information
- Visit their websiteLink opens in a new window
- Review the flyerLink opens in a new window
For the purpose of this application all nominations must be made by Student Mobility
How do I apply?
You must be formally nominated through Student Mobility for the UNNC ISS. To do so you must complete the following steps by noon (UK time) on Monday 18 May 2026
Step 1
Review the opportunity and consider the dates and costs required
Source a referee from your academic department and ensure that they can provide a reference by the deadline - this must be received for your application to be considered
Step 2
Complete the short online application form before the deadline noon on Monday 18 May 2026
Step 3*
Arrange for your referee to complete an online reference (link below) for you before noon on Monday 18 May 2026
This should be someone from your academic department
We will confirm which students have been successful in being selected
Next steps
We will notify all applicants of the outcome by 17:00 Thursday 21 May 2026
- If you are selected you will need to confirm acceptance by noon Tuesday 26 May 2026
- If you accept a place we will formally nominate you to UUNC by close of business on Tuesday 26 May 2026
- Please note that you will need to complete UNNC ISS’s application by their deadline of Saturday 30 May 2026 - via their application formLink opens in a new window and provide all necessary documentation
- Application results will be sent from UNNC within one week of receipt of your complete application and supporting documents. Admission priority is given to nominated students
* It is your responsibility to contact your referee and ensure your reference is completed in time, we will not be able to confirm receipt of your reference - you should ask your referee to confirm with you that they have submitted this. We can only review applications whose reference has been received
To participate in this activity, or to take this role, students must be enrolled at the University. For Warwick led programmes finalists must be enrolled on an extension module to ensure their continued enrolment.
The University will undertake proportionate suitability checks prior to confirming participation in this activity. This may include consultation with relevant University departments (such as Student Records, Wellbeing, Student Discipline, Student Conduct and Student Complaints) for the purpose of assessing enrolment status, safeguarding considerations and suitability to travel or undertake the role.
Only information which is necessary and relevant to that assessment will be shared, and in some cases, departments may provide an assessment of suitability rather than disclosing detailed personal data.
Please note that normally it is not possible for Warwick students to receive credit transfers from Summer Schools unless your home department has advertised an opportunity with such a possibility. It is up to your home department to agree to credit transfers so you will need to check this with them directly