Facts

• Programme dates:
  Term 1: Monday 6 to Friday 24 July 2026
  Term 2: Monday 27 July to Friday 14 August 2026
• Programme length: 3 to 6 weeks
• Subject areas: economics and business economics; health and medicine; humanities, management; social sciences; STEM
• Language of instruction: English
• Application eligibility: Most suited to 2nd year undergraduate students and above at the time of application.

About Aarhus

'This Viking-founded, student-filled hub has accrued some weighty accolades to shore up its appeal too: in 2017 its titles included European Capital of Culture and European Region of Gastronomy (the latter was awarded to Aarhus and the larger central Denmark region). The ever-expanding menu of architectural landmarks, lauded restaurants, bars, festivals and boutiques is a mark of a vibrant city on the rise.' Lonely Planet, 2018

Popular sites visited by tourists include the ARoS Aarhus Kunstmuseum, Moesgård Museum, Aarhus Domkirke, Den Gamle By, Dokk1, Møllestein and Vor Frue Kirke.

Things to do

Located on the east coast of the Jutland peninsula, in the geographnical centre of Denmark, Aarhus (pronounced or-hoos) is the second largest city in Denmark with a population of over 340,000 inhabitants. Aarhus University is Scandinavia’s largest university, including Aarhus University Hospital and INCUBA Science Park.

'This Viking-founded, student-filled hub has accrued some weighty accolades to shore up its appeal too: in 2017 its titles included European Capital of Culture and European Region of Gastronomy (the latter was awarded to Aarhus and the larger central Denmark region). The ever-expanding menu of architectural landmarks, lauded restaurants, bars, festivals and boutiques is a mark of a vibrant city on the rise.' Lonely Planet, 2018

Popular sites visited by tourists include the ARoS Aarhus Kunstmuseum, Moesgård Museum, Aarhus Domkirke, Den Gamle By, Dokk1, Møllestein and Vor Frue Kirke.

Travel opportunities

Aarhus is 187km (116 miles) northwest of Copenhagen and 289km (180 miles) north of Hamburg, Germany.

The main railway station is Aarhus Central Station located in the city centre, which has connections to destinations through Denmark and also services to Flensburg and Hamburg in Germany.

Aarhus has it’s own international airport with connections to many major cities across Europe. The airport offers a bus service between Aarhus city and the airport, which takes approximately 50 minutes with single tickets costing 115 DKK (approximately £14).

Climate

Aarhus has a temperate oceanic climate with average highs of 22°C in August and average lows of 0°C in January.

Social activities

AU have a range of social activities planned. 2025 activities included a City Safari; Dinner and Outdoor Games; canoe trip; outdoor cinema; quiz night; bonfire on the beach and more:

For the full schedule of social activities, please visit the social programme timetable:

AU Summer University: social programme

Courses

AU Summer University offers over 40 undergraduate courses across six subject areas. The majority of courses require no previous knowledge, however some courses require you to have formal knowledge relating to the subject area.

Please visit the course page below to check information and admission requirements for online, undergraduate courses. Students should select courses in the following categories:

Courses by level > Bachelor courses.

Course list

Finance

All students nominated to AU Summer University will receive a tuition fee waiver.

Turing funding

Priority is given to eligible students who meet Turing's widening access criteria and participate in a summer school of at least 14 days, excluding travel days.

A Standard grant may be available to students who have declared special educational needs or a disability (SEND) to the university. Students eligible for SEND funding will be assessed separately to Turing's widening access criteria.

Please be aware that Turing funding is limited and not guaranteed and students should not rely on this funding when considering applying for international summer schools.

Successful summer school applicants who are awarded Turing funding are not eligible for any additional bursaries offered by the University of Nottingham for an international summer school.

Please visit the FAQs Finance section for further information on Turing's widening access criteria. 

Facts

• Programme dates:
  • Authentic Leadership & Human-Centred Innovation (Design Thinking): Monday 22 to Friday 26 June 2026
  • Empowering Sustainability: Transformative Pathways in Consumption: Monday 29 June to Friday 3 July 2026

• Programme length: 1 or 2 weeks
• Language of instruction: English
• Application eligibility: Students from Nottingham University Business School will be prioritised but all students are welcome to apply

About BSB

Founded in 1899, Burgundy School of Business – BSB belongs to the top 1% of business schools in the world to have received double AACSB and EQUIS accreditation.

It will be delivered as workshops that combine modern learning methods such as experimental learning, problem-based learning, elements of personal development and a number of creativity techniques.

Dijon Campus

Nestled in the heart of Dijon's historic centre, BSB's beautifully renovated campus offers exceptional quality of life with... a scenic urban setting, and easy 10-minute access to the TGV (train) station, all within walking-distance of student life hubs.

Designed around student needs, the campus blends collaborative workspaces, an entrepreneurship hub, sports and music studios, and welcoming communal areas, offering a lively and fully-integrated university experience.

Lyon Campus

In Lyon's vibrant 8th arrondissement, BSB's brand-new campus opened its doors in September 2025. Designed with the spirit of a coworking space, it combines flexibility, creativity and collaboration to meet the evolving needs of the growing student community.

Every detail of the campus is imagined to enhance the student experience. More than just a space to study, it is a dynamic hub where ideas are shared, projects come to life and ambitions take shape.

Courses

Authentic Leadership & Human-Centred Innovation (Design Thinking), Dijon Campus

• Identify the root cause of problems with an authentic, empathetic experience
• Recognise your unique leadership strengths and growth areas to lead in a people-centred way
• Engage creatively with your environment
• Use qualitative research methods and creativity techniques appropriately
• Generate powerful, innovative solutions

Empowering Sustainability, Lyon Campus

• Integrate interdisciplinary knowledge to understand the role of consumer behaviour in shaping patterns of consumption and their impact on sustainability
• Analyse the interplay between social, economic, and environmental factors in sustainability
• Apply transformative and collaborative learning techniques to personal sustainability behaviours
• Evaluate existing practices and policies in sustainability domains
• Develop practical skills for implementing sustainable practices
• Formulate a personal action plan for sustainable living

Things to do

Dijon

As the capital of one of France's 13 regions, Dijon is a vibrant and youthful metropolis where everything is within easy reach. Concert halls, theatres, festivals, museums, exhibitions, nightlife and more are just a short walk from campus, offering students an exceptional cultural experience alongside their studies.

Recognised as one of the most environmentally friendly cities in Europe, Dijon is firmly committed to sustainability and to becoming a leader in urban environmental awarness.

Popular sites visited by tourists include the Musée des Beaux-Arts, Palais des Ducs et des États de Bourgogne, Église Notre Dame, Rue de la Charlotte, Tour Philippe le Bon.

Lyon

Lyon is a dynamic metropolis with nearly 51,000 jobs in the digital and creative industries and strong links between universities and the many global companies based there.

Having reinvented itself from a proud industrial heritage into a modern hub of education and technology, Lyon now stands as one of Europe's most innovative cities.

Beyond its economic strength, the city boasts a remarkable cultural heritage from ancient Roman sites, to Renaissance architecture, while offering students a vibrant, cosmopolitan lifestyle in France.

Top attractions: Musée des Confluences, Musée de Beaux-Arts, Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière, Lyon Confluence, Cathédrale St-Jean-Baptiste, Place des Terreaux.

In 2025, BSB is organising the following cultural activities:

• Guided city tours of Dijon and Lyon
• A lecture on French Corporate Culture
• Workshops on French language, culture and traditions
• Design Lab workshop
• Wine and cheese tasting (non-alcoholic options are available)
• A visit to the Cité de la Gastronomie in Dijon
• A guided visit to Institut Lumière Museum in Lyon

Travel opportunities

Dijon and Lyon are both accessible by direct train from Paris Gare de Lyon.

Two of the most dynamic regions in France, Burgundy and Rhône-Alpes are located close to Switzerland, Italy, Germany, Luxembourg and Belgium. Dijon and Lyon are both accessible by major motorways, airports and SNCF railway stations.

Climate

Each region of France has its own climate. Along the Atlantic, in the west of France, summers are warm and winters are mild. Rain is frequent. In the east of France, summers are warm and winters are cold with snow in the mountain areas. In the south of France, it is a Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild, dry winters. 

Dijon has an oceanic climate with a greater temperature range and average high temperatures of 26°C in July and average low temperatures of 14°C.

Lyon has average high temperatures of 28.2ºC in July and average low temperatures of 17ºC.

Facts

• Programme dates:

Marseille

• Package 1: Monday 8 to Friday 19 June 2026
• Package 2: Monday 22 June to Friday 3 July 2026
• Package 3: Monday 6 to Friday 17 July 2026
• Package 4: Monday 20 to Friday 31 July 2026

Paris

• Package 1: Monday 29 June to Friday 10 July 2026
• Package 2: Monday 13 to Friday 24 July 2026
• Package 3: Monday 27 to Friday 31 July 2026
• Programme length: 1 to 4 weeks
• Students can study up to two consecutive packages, most packages consist of two courses
• Language of instruction: English
• Application eligibility: Students from Nottingham University Business School will be prioritised but all students are welcome to apply. Undergraduate students must be in the 2nd year or above at the time of application. 

About KEDGE

KEDGE Business School is strategically located in order to facilitate student mobility in France. It is one of only 1% of Business Schools in the world to hold the Triple Crown (AMBA, EQUIS & AACSB). 30% of KEDGE Business School students have international backgrounds and come from all over the world.

KEDGE Business School is ranked among the top 1% Business Schools worldwide and is ranked among the best universities and business schools in France. 

About Marseille

Marseille was named as the European Capital of Culture in 2013 and the European Capital of Sport in 2017, Marseille is one of France's most dynamic large cities. 7,200 companies have been created in the city in the last 5 years and it is France's second largest research centre with over 3,000 research scientists within Aix-Marseille University.

Packages and courses in Marseille:

• Package 1: Sports, Events & Celebrity Marketing Experience
  • Course 1: Sports and Events Management
  • Course 2: Celebrity Marketing and Endorsement
• Package 2: Creative Mind and Design Lab
  • Course 1: Managing the Creative Process
  • Course 2: Design Thinking
• Package 3: Global Finance & International Business
  • Course 1: Global Finance Regulations
  • Course 2: International Business
• Package 4: Ethics & Sustainability in Business
  • Course 1: Changes Towards Sustainability
  • Course 2: Ethics in Business & Society

KEDGE Business School: Marseille Campus

About Paris

KEDGE Paris campus champions innovation and entrepreneurship, seamlessly connecting academia with industry. With a strong emphasis on adaptability and connectivity, it offers a wide array of academic programmes and collaborates closely with leading companies, providing invaluable practical experiences for students.

Located in the heart of Paris within the Lumière Building, KEDGE Paris serves as a vibrant business hub... Moreover, KEDGE shares its facilities with prominent entities such as Natixis, SNCF, ING Direct, Société Générale, and the Ministry of the Interior, enhancing collaborative opportunities.

Packages and courses in Paris:

• Package 1: Sustainable Marketing & Digital Marketing:
  • Course 1: Sustainable Marketing
  • Course 2: Digital Marketing for Entrepreneurs
• Package 2: Disruptive Technologies & Modern Management:
  • Course 1: Business Intelligence & Analytics
  • Course 2: Creating Customer Value with Innovative Technologies
• Package 3: Luxury Brand Management
  • Course: Luxury Brand Marketing

KEDGE Business School: Paris Campus

Things to do

Marseille is situated in the Provence region of southern France, on the Mediterranean Sea.  Marseille is a cosmopolitan city and is still a major European port. Marseille is the third largest metropolitan area in France after Paris and Lyon.  In recent years, major infrastructure projects were completed e.g. the tramway, the expansion of the Velodrome Stadium, as well as other quayside museums resulting in Marseille having the highest number of museums in France outside of Paris. Marseille was ranked 10th (out of 43) among French university towns as a great place to live and study (awarded by the l’Etudiant magazine).

Top attractions: visit Belle de Mai’s 86,000 square foot panoramic roof terrace, Fort Saint-Jean, Canebiere for shopping, Calanques National Park.

KEDGE arrange a field trip or social activity for each week of the package:

Marseille cultural excursions

Marseille Package 1:

• ORECA Group Techno Centre: Deep dive inside one of the most advanced motorsport innovation hubs (Ferrari GT sports car engineering and racing business ecosystems)
• Circuit Paul Ricard - Le Castellet: Immersion into a world-class Formula 1 venue focussed on entertainment, event production and sport business operations
• Aix Arena: On-site visit and exclusive presentation of a new event project in collaboration with KEDGE Business School alumni
• Calanques National Park: Guided experiential learning experience mixing sustainability, outdoor leadership and nature-based strategic reflection

Marseille Package 2:

• A trip to the beach in nearby Cassis for hiking, swimming, or just relaxing

Marsille Package 3:

• Visit L'Occitane: Immerse yourself in the work of an iconic global brand. From sustainable sourcing to international expansionm students explore how L'Occitane transforms Provence's heritage into a worldwide business success, with exclusive behind-the-scenes insights from industry professionals
• Take a beginner's scuba diving course in the crystal-clear waters of the Mediterranean

Marseille Package 4:

• A visit and wine tasting at a Provençal vineyard, specialised in sustainable production and international export
• A boat tour along the coast of neighbouring seaside hub Cassis

KEDGE Business School: Marseille Summer School Corporate and Cultural visits

Paris stands out as a top destination for international students for various reasons. It offers a rich cultural experience with world-renowned museums, theatres, and heritage sites. Despite its high cost of living, students can enjoy Parisian life affordably through numerous free activities. Moreover, Paris provides an excellent academic environment with prestigious universities and institutions offering diverse programmes. Its central location in Europe makes it ideal for exploring other parts of the continent.

Top attractions: Tour Eiffel, Musée de Louvre, Les Catacombes, Jardin du Luxembourg, Panthéon, Arc de Triomphe, Basilique du Sacré-Cœur.

KEDGE arrange a field trip or social activity for each week of the package: 

Paris cultural excursions

Tentative cultural excursions:

• Get to know more about Big Data and artificial intelligence as well as a Digital and Sustainable Marketing with a Parisian company visit or business talk
• A guided tour of Montmartre
• Discovery of the hidden passages of Paris
• Farewell dinner and certificate awards ceremony

KEDGE Business School: Paris Summer School Corporate and Cultural visits

Travel opportunities

Marseille Provence International Airport is located in Marignane, 30-45 minutes north-west of the city. To get in to Marseille city centre from the airport, take the airport Saint-Charles railway station shuttle number 19 which departs every 10 minutes. The journey takes 25 minutes to the railway station, from which there are many buses and M1 and M2 metro lines go in to the city centre.

• 2.5 hour train from the London St Pancras International to Paris
• 7 hour train from London St Pancras to Marseille
• 3 hours 15 minutes train from Paris to Marseille
• Train connections from Marseille to Geneva, Switzerland; Milan and Genoa, Italy; Barcelona and Madrid, Spain
• Train connections from Paris to Lyon; Brussels, Belgium; Barcelona, Spain; Frankfurt and Berlin, Germany; Rome and Milan, Italy, Luxembourg; Geneva and Zürich, Switzerland

Facts

• Language of instruction: English
• Programme dates: Friday 26 June to Saturday 25 July 2026
• Programme length: 4 weeks
• Campus: Campus Valla, Linköping, Sweden
• Location: Linköping, Sweden
• Eight courses:
  • Alternative energy: the past, present. future and inventions
  • Is There An App For That? Potentials and Pitfalls of Using Smartphones as Medical Devices
  • Leadership and Organisation Behaviour in Contemporary Organisations
  • Nanotechnology: Sustainable Challenges and Social Impact
  • Superman, Daisy Duck and Tintin: reading and learning in the world of comics
  • Swedish International Management in a De-Globalised World
  • Sweden: Language, Culture and Society
  • The Use (and Abuse) of Culture
• Application eligibility: 2nd year undergraduate students and above at the time of application. 

Linköpings Universitet is a young university, achieving university status in 1975 with innovation being its only tradition. The University has 27,000 students and international rankings consistently place LiU as a leading global university.

Things to do

Located in the province of Östergötland, Linköping (pronounced lin-sher-ping) in southern Sweden is one of Sweden’s fastest growing cities, with approximately 150,000 inhabitants. High world-class technology, an innovative university and lively trade characterise the city. Linköping’s industry, municipality and the university collaborate closely.

LiU’s local student hosts organise a range of social events throughout the programme, including a welcome dinner (at an additional cost), a potluck dinner; nordic pentathlon; Swedish fika; quiz night; Swedish candy tasting; games and hiking.

Gym membership is also available at Campushallen, located on Campus Valla, offering a variety of activities from indoor cycling and yoga to high-energy classes like Bodypump, as well as volleyball and badminton.

LIU: Campushallen

Excursions (at an additional cost)

Stockholm

A short trip to Sweden's capital city Stockholm is on an international students' bucket list. Join your LiU Student Hosts and Summer Academy peers for an overnight stay at a cosy hostel in Stockholm and explore this fascinating city.

Vadstena and Naturum Tåkern

Take a day tour to the picturesque medieval town of Vadstena, less than an hour from Linköping. Perched on lake Vättern, the beautiful and historic surroundings are a must-see for international students. The trip will include a guided tour of Vadstena Castle; a visit to Rökstenen, one of Sweden's oldest runestones; and a visit Naturum Tåkern, an astonishing bird wildlife preserve.

Travel opportunities

Linköping is 43km southwest of Norrköping and 50km east of Vadstena. There are regular, long-distance buses to Vadstena, Jönköping, Göteborg and Norrköping. There are also trains which run between Linköping and Malmö, Stockholm and Norrköping. Linköping City Airport is 2km east of the city, there are also direct trains from Stockholm Arlanda airport. LiU provides a shuttle bus pick-up service from Linköping's airport between 12 and 8pm, and train/bus station on the arrival day of Friday 26 June.

Top attractions: Ekenäs Slott, Gamla Linköping, Linköpings domkyrka, Sankt Lars Kyrka, Östergötlands Länsmuseum. Lonely Planet, 2018

Climate

The warmest month is July, which is also the wettest month with average highs of 20°C and average lows of 9°C. 

Finance

All students nominated to LiU Summer Academy will receive a tuition fee waiver.

Turing funding

Priority is given to eligible students who meet Turing's widening access criteria and participate in a summer school of at least 14 days, excluding travel days.

A Standard grant may be available to students who have declared special educational needs or a disability (SEND) to the university. Students eligible for SEND funding will be assessed separately to Turing's widening access criteria.

Please be aware that Turing funding is limited and not guaranteed and students should not rely on this funding when considering applying for international summer schools.

Successful summer school applicants who are awarded Turing funding are not eligible for any additional bursaries offered by the University of Nottingham for an international summer school.

Please visit the FAQs Finance section for further information on Turing's widening access criteria. 

Facts

• Programmes and dates:
  • Venture Studio Bootcamp: Monday 8 to Friday 19 June 2026
  • Sport Federations and Major Events Management: Monday 29 June to Saturday 18 July 2026
  • A Summer in Paris: Monday 6 to Friday 31 July 2026
• Programme length: 2 to 3 weeks
• Locations: Paris, Reims and Rouen
• Language of instruction: English
• Application eligibility: Students from Nottingham University Business School will be prioritised but all students are welcome to apply. Undergraduate students must be in the 2nd year or above at the time of application. 

About NEOMA

Founded in 2013, NEOMA Business School is the result of the merger of two historical institutions, Reims Business School (1928) and Rouen Business School (1871). NEOMA Business School's Executive MBA was ranked 6th in France, 29th in Europe and 61st in the world in the QS World Rankings 2020. This highly selective institution is annually ranked in the top 7 French institutions fully recognized by the French Ministry of Higher Education.

Programmes

Venture Studio Bootcamp, Paris and Rouen

NEOMA's 9-day action-based entrepreneurship programme is designed to take students from problem identification to a validated prototype, all while immersing you in a virbrant start-up ecosystem. This hands-on experience combines real-world challenges, expert mentoring, rapid prototyping, market testing, culminating in an exclusive visit to Vivatech Paris - Europe's largest innovation and tech event.

Sport Federation and Major Events Management, Paris and Reims

NEOMA is offering this exciting summer school, which takes place in Paris in the first week and Reims in the second and third week. Students will have the opportunity to gain an insight into the French success story of event management; expand students' understanding and knowledge base of Sport management; hear from guest speakers and enjoy a unique French experience among an international network of students and professionals.

A Summer in Paris, Paris

• Week 1: Cross-cultural Management and Intercultural Communication
• Week 2: Strategy and Sustainability
• Week 3: Luxury Marketing
• Week 4: International Finance: The European Perspective

Things to do

Paris

"Paris' monument-lined boulevards, museums, classical bistros and boutiques are enhanced by a new wave of multimedia galleries, creative wine bars, design shops and tech start-ups... Packed with iconic museums and monuments, together with low-key treasures cherished by locals, Paris is a city that emanates "la belle vie" (the good life).
Away from the highlights – the Louvre, Notre Dame and Eiffel Tower – Parisian life ticks along with a coffee on a terrace, a bike ride along the Seine, and wine-fueled lunches with friends in noisy bistros." Lonely Planet 2024: Paris

Top attractions: Eiffel Tower, Centre Pompidou, Sainte-Chapelle, Musée de Louvre, Les Catacombes, Musee Rodin, Jardin du Luxembourg, Panthéon. 

Reims

"Meticulously restored after WWI and again following WWII, Reims is endowed with handsome pedestrian boulevards, Roman remains, art-deco cafes and a flourishing fine-dining scene that counts among it four Michelin-starred restaurants. Along with Épernay, it is the most important centre of Champagne production, and a fine base for exploring the Montagne de Reims Champagne Route." Lonely Planet 2022

Lonely Planet's top attractions: Cathédrale Notre Dame, Palais du Tau, Basilique St-Rémi, Musée des Beaux-Arts, Halles du Boulingrin, Musée de la Reddition, Musée St-Rémi, Joan of Arc Statue, Porte de Mars.

Rouen

"With its soaring Gothic cathedral, beautifully restored medieval quarter, imposing ancient churches, excellent museums and vibrant cultural life, Rouen is one of Normandy’s most engaging and historically rich destinations." Lonely Planet 2025: Rouen

Lonely Planet's top attractions: Historic Jeanne D'Arc, Abbatiale St-Ouen, Cathédrale Notre Dame, Musée des Beaux-Arts, Palais de Justice

Travel opportunities

Paris

Paris has major air, rail and road links with three international airports and six major railway stations, connected to three networks: high-speed (TGV, Eurostar, Intercity Express and Frecciarossa); standard speed (Intercités, Intercités de nuit, Nightjet and TER); and suburban rail Transilien.

Reims

Reims is served by two main railway stations: Gare de Reims in the city centre and the new Gare de Champagne-Ardenne TGV three miles (five km) southwest of the city with high-speed rail connections to Paris, Metz, Nancy and Strasbourg.

• 1¼ hour flight or 2½ hour train from London to Paris
• 50 minute train from Paris to Reims

Rouen

City transport consists of a tram and bus system. Rouen is accessible from Paris by direct train from Paris Saint-Lazare to Rouen central station, which is a 20-minute journey from the Rouen campus.

• 1¼ hour train from Paris Saint-Lazare
• 1 hour train from the Normandy coast

Climate

Each region of France has its own climate. Along the Atlantic, in the west of France, summers are warm and winters are mild. Rain is frequent. In the east of France, summers are warm and winters are cold with snow in the mountain areas. In the south of France, it is a Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild, dry winters. 

Paris is pleasantly warm in the summer; July has average high temperatures of 26.3ºC and average low temperatures of 14.7ºC.

Reims has a similar climate to Paris, the city is located in the Grand East region, north east of Paris and can be colder than Paris in the winter. July has average high temperatures of 25.2°C and average low temperatures of 13°C.

Rouen has an oceanic climate, similar to Paris but a little cooler and rainier. July has average minimum temperatures of 18ºC and average maximum temperatures of 23ºC.

Facts

• Programme dates: Monday 3 to Friday 28 August 2026
• Programme length: 4 weeks
• Location: Tübingen
• Course: Students can choose between two study tracks plus a German language and culture course:

• • The EU in Permanent Crises? Perspectives, Challenges, Solutions
  • Representing the European Past in Cross-Cultural Communities
• Language and Culture:
  • No German? No problem!
  • German language courses for proficiency levels A0 to A2
  • Intercultural workshop

• Language of instruction: English

About Tübingen

Tübingen is a university town, situated 30 km south of the state capital Stuttgart between the Necklar and Ammer rivers. The population is just under 90,000 inhabitants and approximately one in three inhabitants is a student.

Things to do

Tübingen's International and European Studies summer schools include study trips to Strasbourg, Stuttgart and Frankfurt, company visits to German companies such as Mercedes, Porsche, Ritter Sport and Pustefix as well as optional social activities such as a welcome and farewell reception, an interncultural evening and pretzel making.

Strasbourg

Visit the only supranational and democratically elected parliament of the world: The European Parliament. Stroll through the old picturesque city centre with its breathtaking cathedral, and enjoy the delicious Alsatian cuisine.

Stuttgart

Experience one of Europe's most innovative and economically successful cities/regions, visit the Europa Zentrum, the impressive Mercedes Benz Museum, its cars and architecture, and don't let the opportunity slide to try more of the outstanding Swabian food.

Frankfurt

Explore one of Germany's biggest metropolises (and the self-proclaimed "smallest metropolis in the world")! Frankfurt is not only Germany's most international city, but also the major (and largest) financial centre of the European continent. Visit the headquarters of the European Central Bank, German Federal Bank, or the Frankfurt Stock Exchange, relax on the beautiful banks of the river Main, enjoy spectacular views of Germany's only real skyline, or enjoy one of the world-famous musuems.

T-IES Study trips

Outside of the summer school,top tourist attractions include: Museum Alte Kulturen, Naturpark Schönbuch Nature Reserve, Am Markt, Cottahaus, Platanenallee and Hölderlinturm. Lonely Planet, 2018.

Buddy programme

To support you during your stay in Tübingen and to promote an intercultural exchange, Tübingen have set-up a buddy programme, in which you can be paired up with a Universität Tübingen student.

Buddy programme

Travel opportunities

Campus Tal can be accessed directly by the Airport Sprinter bus or the city is accessible by train on the Deutsche Bahn rail network, the journey takes approximately one hour. The University is accessible by bus from the city centre, which takes between five and 15 minutes from the bus station, in front of Tübingen main station. Stuttgart airport has connections to major airports throughout Europe and Stuttgart's main train station is connected to the European high-speed rail network and is served by both ICE trains of Deutsch Bahn and French TGV.

Climate

In August, Tübingen has average highs of 23ºC and average lows of 13ºC.

Finance

All students nominated to T-IES Summer School August will receive a tuition fee waiver.

Turing funding

Priority is given to eligible students who meet Turing's widening access criteria and participate in a summer school of at least 14 days, excluding travel days.

A Standard grant may be available to students who have declared special educational needs or a disability (SEND) to the university. Students eligible for SEND funding will be assessed separately to Turing's widening access criteria.

Please be aware that Turing funding is limited and not guaranteed and students should not rely on this funding when considering applying for international summer schools.

Facts

• Programme dates:
  • Summer 1: Tuesday 30 June to Tuesday 21 July 2026
  • Summer 2: Sunday 5 to Friday 24 July 2026
• Programme length: 3 weeks
• Location: Zürich
• Courses: Deep Dive into Blockchain, Finance for the Future, The Global Education Landscape, Healthy Longevity, International Sports Law
• Language of instruction: English
• Eligibility criteria: Most suited to 2nd year undergraduate students and above at the time of application.

Course requirements

Deep Dive into Blockchain
Sunday 5 to Friday 24 July 2026

This course is of particular interest to students from the fields of Economics, Finance, Business, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics or Law. Students from other fields of study with a strong interest in the topic and Data Science who have a strong technical and analytical background are also welcome to apply. Basic knowledge of programming is not required, but desirable.

Finance for the Future
Tuesday 30 June to Tuesday 21 July 2026

This course is open to students with a strong interest in the topic, who are not studying banking or finance.

The Global Education Landscape
Sunday 5 to Friday 24 July 2026

Interest in global education and a career in this field.

Healthy Longevity
Tuesday 30 June to Tuesday 21 July 2026

This course is particularly suited to students from the fields of biology, economics, data science, humanities, medicine, psychology, sociology or related fields with a strong interest in the subject.

International Sports Law
Tuesday 30 June to Tuesday 21 July 2026

This course is open to all students with a strong interest in the topic. Basic knowledge in legal studies is desirable, but not mandatory. 

Things to do

Universität Zürich offers a range of social activities during the summer school to develop your intercultural competences outside of the classroom and learn more about the university and Zürich.

Social activities for 2026 are to be confirmed, past summer schools included the following activities:

Traditional Swiss dinner, hike on Uetliberg, guided city tour in Zürich, day trip to Berne, day trip to the Rhine Falls and Schaffhausen and campus barbecue.

UZH International Summer School social program

Travel opportunities

'Culturally vibrant, efficiently run and attractively set at the meeting of river and lake, Zürich is regularly recognised as one of the world’s most liveable cities. Long known as a savvy, hard-working financial centre, Switzerland’s largest and wealthiest metropolis has also emerged in the 21st century as one of central Europe’s hippest destinations, with an artsy, post-industrial edge that is epitomised in its exuberant summer Street Parade' Lonely Planet, 2018

Zürich can easily be reached by train, plane, bus or car and Zürich has a very well connected international airport. Universität Zürich’s main campus is within walking distance from Zürich main station.

Top attractions: Kunsthaus, Fraumünster, Schweizerisches Landesmuseum, Grossmünster, St. Peterskirche.

Zürich tourism website

Lonely Planet: Zürich

Finance

All students nominated to UZH International Summer School will have their tuition fees covered by UZH and the University of Nottingham. 

Turing funding

Priority is given to eligible students who meet Turing's widening access criteria and participate in a summer school of at least 14 days, excluding travel days.

A Standard grant may be available to students who have declared special educational needs or a disability (SEND) to the university. Students eligible for SEND funding will be assessed separately to Turing's widening access criteria.

Please be aware that Turing funding is limited and not guaranteed and students should not rely on this funding when considering applying for international summer schools.