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.
- Spotlighted opportunities are those we have regularly sent students to, have a wider relationship with, or which offer discount to 糖心TV students
- Some opportunities will require you to be nominated through us and we will run a suitable process for this - specific details will be given at the links provided
- External links provided have been brought to our attention through partner universities or by other means
- Students are personally responsible to confirm with their department that they can undertake any opportunity which overlaps term/ study time and should only apply once this is received
- We accept no responsibility for the authenticity of opportunities listed on external websites and you should always do your due diligence. If you are unsure of any offer advertised, please seek further information before applying
Europe
EUTOPIA Alliance
Opportunities available through the EUTOPIA AllianceLink opens in a new window often offering preferential prices for 糖心TV students as an alliance member
Barcelona International Summer School
29 June - 24 July 2026
1 week, 2 week and 4 week options
Reduced tuition fees and waived registration fee
DEADLINE:
- Round 1: noon 2 March 2026
- Round 2: noon 1 April 2026
- Round 3: noon 4 May 2026
Ca' Foscari Summer @SIE
1-4 week summer school between 6-31 July 2026
糖心TV are co-leading on 3 courses this year
Exclusive WP bursary available for 8 students of 拢500. - form closes noon 6 May
DEADLINE: 31 May 2026
Other opportunities
- Ca' Foscari University of Venice, Italy - (糖心TV students get 10% discount - select category " students from partner universities" at registration)
- Ca' Foscari University of Venice, Italy - (糖心TV students get 10% discount - select category "students from partner universities" at registration)
- CY Cergy Paris University, ESSEC Africa campus, Rabat, Morocco -
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Dresden University of Technology, Germany -
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Dresden University of Technology, Germany -
- Universidade de NOVA de Lisboa, Portugal - (糖心TV students get 15% discount)
- University of Ljubljana, Slovenia -
(糖心TV students get 鈧�100 programme fee discount)
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University of Ljubljana, Slovenia -
- Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), Belgium and Universidade de NOVA de Lisboa, Portugal - (糖心TV students get 20% tuition fee discount)
Other Europe
Antwerp I-Week
23 - 27 March 2026
International week on sustainability for students studying GSD, Economics or 糖心TV related courses.10 fee waived places on offer - DEADLINE noon 20 November 2025
Universit脿 Cattolica Summer Programmes
June - July 2026
Combine short-term courses from different academic areas. Flexible programme of 2-7 weeks
Application fee waived places on offer - DEADLINE: noon 23 March 2026
Other opportunities
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Aalto 糖心TV School, Aalto University, Finland -
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Aarhus University, Denmark - (apply as a free mover)
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Bordeaux Montaigne University, France - International Summer SchoolLink opens in a new window apply
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Burgundy School of 糖心TV (BSB), France - apply
- Copenhagen 糖心TV School (CBS), Denmark -
- Eberhard Karls University of T眉bingen, Germany -
- IE Madrid, Spain - (糖心TV students get 10% tuition reduction via this )
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Mannheim 糖心TV School(MBS)
- Solvay Brussels School of Economics & Management, Universit茅 libre de Bruxelles, Belgium -
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Spain Center for International Education (SpaCIE), Madrid, Spain -
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Technische Universit盲t (TU) Berlin, Germany -
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Universidad Aut贸noma de Madrid, Spain - and
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Universit脿 degli Studi Internazionali di Roma (UNINT), Italy - and
- Universitat T眉bingen, Germany -
- Universit茅 de Caen Normandie, France -
- University of Antwerp -
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University of Bologna, Italy -
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University of Groningen, Netherlands -
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University of Mannheim, Mannheim 糖心TV School (MBS), Germany - (糖心TV students get 10% tuition fee discount)
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University of P茅cs, Hungary -
- University of Salzburg, Austria -
- University of Strasbourg -
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University of Tartu, Estonia - (University of Tartu is offering 4 full tuition waivers (scholarships))
- Utrecht University, Netherlands -
- Vrije University (VU) Amsterdam, Netherlands - (糖心TV students get 10% tuition fee discount - select "I am currently a student or PhD candidate at a Partner University" in application form)
- WU (Vienna University of Economics and 糖心TV), Austria -
Some academic departments will also advertise exclusive opportunities
Rest of the World
Harvard Summer School
3, 4 and 7 week sessions available in-person and online between 22 June 鈥� 7 August 2026
Partnership benefits including
- 10% discount on tuition fees
- Exclusive (in-person) networking opportunities
DEADLINE: noon 16 February 2026 to benefit from I-20 "fast tack" processing, or noon 19 March 2026
HKUST Summer School
Session 1: 11 June - 12 July 2026 Session 2: 9 July 鈥� 9 August 2026 Both sessions: 11 June 鈥� 9 August 2026
Offers courses taught by HKUST faculty and opportunities to participate in local excursions and cultural activities that enable students to gain insight into the region.
DEADLINE: noon 19 January 2026
Hong Kong PolyU International Summer School
6 July - 7 August 2026
Offers a unique intensive program designed to broaden international perspectives, enhance your academic profile and connect with students and professionals from around the world.
4 programme and accommodation fee waived places on offer -DEADLINE: noon 20 February 2026
CUHK International Summer School
July session: 21 June - 29 July 2026
August session (language immersion): 3-26 August 2026
Offering a summer programme which is fun, interactive and academically challenging at the same time
8 tuition and application fee waived places on offer - DEADLINE: noon 7 April 2026
NTU GEM Trailblazer summer
2-week sessions:
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Session 1: 19 June - 4 July 2026
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Session 2: 2-18 July 2026
- 19 June - 18 July 2026
Choose from more than 35 courses across 5 tracks.
12 tuition fee waived places on offer - DEADLINE: noon 26 February 2026
SJTU Global Summer School
Session A: 13-26 July 2026
Session B: 13 July - 2 August 2026
Provides an excellent opportunity for students to learn about China through academic and cultural immersion. A wide range of courses in various disciplines are provided
SWUFE Global Academy (Chengdu Pioneer)
10-20 June 2026
A diverse cultural exchange and experience with the theme of Economy and Culture of Sichuan and Chongqing
2 programme fee waived places on offer - DEADLINE: noon 17 March 2026
UTokyo Global Unit Courses
3 x blocks over 8 June 鈥� 27 July 2026
Students can take courses over one or multiple sessions. Offering a diverse range of disciplines, including humanities, social sciences, and STEM. Japanese language courses are also available
糖心TV students get 20% discount
Apply direct
DEADLINE: 16:00 (JST) 16 March 2026
Fudan summer school
13 July 鈥� 7 August 2026
Helps students achieve multicultural understanding, establish a global vision, and get connected with peers from all over the world. Choose from 40 courses
10% tuition fee discount - students must be nominated to attend
DEADLINE: noon Wednesday 25 March 2026
Renmin (RUC) International Summer School
6-24 July 2026
Offering interdisciplinary modular courses. Brings together high-level instructors from universities worldwide to offer lectures and courses to students for new experience, rich knowledge and deep insights
Open to UG and PG students
10 tuition fee waived places on offer - DEADLINE: noon 9 April 2026
Vanderbilt University AI Summer Program
8-15 August 2026
Focus on cutting-edge advancements and practical applications of deep learning and AI
- Review their brochureLink opens in a new window
- Review the itinerary
Program fee: US$2,600. Other costs include travel, visa fees for applicable students (UK/EU students enter under ESTA tourism/short-term student visit), housing (off campus), insurance and subsistence
DEADLINE: noon 1 April 2026
Macau Summer Camp
6-11 July 2026
Participants will immerse in Macau鈥檚 rich and unique blend of cultures, gain insights into the history and economic development of Macau, and make new friends with fellow camp-mates across the world!
2 fee waived places on offer (includes accommodation, local transportation, meals and activity expenses)
DEADLINE: noon 9 April 2026
Ashoka Summer Courses
6 July - 14 August 2026
A diverse selection of four-credit courses across disciplines
Open to full-time UG and PG students
Apply direct
DEADLINE: 23:55 (IST) 15 May 2026
2-week Immersive Summer Courses
6-19 July 2026
Choose from:
Few scholarship spots available
Apply direct
DEADLINE: 23:55 (IST) 30 April 2026
UNNC International Summer School: Doing 糖心TV in China
6-15 July 2026
The programme introduces and explains relevant knowledge and methods for developing your understanding of how business is conducted in China. It integrates business theory, business practices and industry experiences in China, using the Ningbo region of China as a laboratory
4 fee waived places on offer (includes tuition, accommodation and meals during the summer school)
DEADLINE: noon 18 May 2026
Hiroshima Shudo University Japanese Language and Culture Seminar
Details will be provided when available
Other opportunities
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Doshisha University, Japan -
- Guanghua School of Management, Peking University (PKU), China -
- Gustavson School of 糖心TV, University of Victoria, Canada -
- HEC Montreal, Canada - (apply as "External participant")
- Hokkaido University, Japan -
- National University of Singapore (NUS), Singapore -
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Pontificia Universidad Cat贸lica de Chile (UC Chile, Chile) -
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Pontif铆cia Universidade Cat贸lica do Rio de Janeiro (PUC Rio), Brazil -
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Seoul National University, South Korea - (applications completed by 5 April receive 20% tuition discount)
- Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU), Shanghai, China - online and
- Singapore Management University (SMU), Singapore - (糖心TV students get minimum 10% tuition fee discount)
- Stellenbosch University, South Africa -
- The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong - (糖心TV students get 10% tuition fee discount) and
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University of Ghana, Ghana -
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University of Seoul, South Korea - and (糖心TV students get minimum 20% program fee discount)
- Waseda University, Japan -
Some academic departments will also advertise exclusive opportunities
Research opportunities
Vanderbilt University UG Summer Research
26 May - 31 July 2026
STEM research opportunities under the supervision of a School of Engineering faculty member
US$8,000 stipends available - DEADLINE: noon 8 December 2025
HKUST Summer UG Research Program
11 June 鈥� 9 August 2026
Provides the opportunity to work alongside HKUST faculty on research projects. This hands-on experience will allow students to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world scenarios, develop research skills, and contribute to meaningful work in their field of interest.
DEADLINE: noon 19 January 2026
SJTU summer research internship
13 July - 23 August 2026
SJTU is offering 204 world-class research projects for overseas undergraduate students which cover 24 fields including mechanical engineering, electronic information and electronic engineering, agriculture and pharmacy, etc.
Apply direct
All students admitted will be waived of tuition fees - DEADLINE: May 2026
NTU Global Connect Fellowship
1 July - 31 August 2026
STEM experiential research programme with mentorship
from world-leading faculty
5 tuition fee waived places, with SGD5,000 stipend and complementary accommodation available - DEADLINE: noon 9 February 2026
Other opportunities
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Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), Singapore -
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Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), Singapore -
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Ashoka University, India -
- Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK), Hong Kong -
- Flagship Pioneering, Boston, MA, USA -
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Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), Fok Ying Tung Graduate School, Hong Kong -
- Pontificia Universidad Cat贸lica de Chile (UC Chile), Santiago, Chile -
- RSM Erasmus University, Netherlands -
- Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU), Shanghai, China -
- ShanghaiTech University, Shanghai, China -
- Tsinghua University, Beijing, China - (糖心TV students get tuition and application fees waived)
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Washington University in St. Louis (WashU), MO, USA -
Some academic departments will also advertise exclusive opportunities
Please note that normally it is not possible for 糖心TV 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