Other Partner Summer School Programs

NOTE: Some Summer 2025 program applications are still OPEN. Email internationalprograms@kpu.ca or book an appointment to best plan ahead and have your questions answered. If you missed a deadline but are still interested, please contact the Outbound Study Abroad Coordinator as soon as possible. 

1. Summer University Elisava, Spain - Open

  1. What: In-person Summer School. a series of design courses to improve your knowledge and skills in a creative and cosmopolitan environment. More details can be found on their website here.
  2. Application: The early bird deadline to apply through KPU is March 21st, 2025.
  3. When: Depending upon the course between June - August 2025. Check here.
  4. Where: In-person at University Elisava at the Barcelona campus or Madrid depending on the program you choose. 
  5. Who: For anyone interested in art, design, multimedia film production, graphic design, fashion textiles, architecture, interior design, and creative studies.
  6. Cost: Depending on the course. 

2. University for the Creative Arts, UK -  Open

  • What: In-person International Summer School. Each course will consist of a mixture of studio-based teaching sessions and cultural day trips to London, Brighton and Oxford. More details can be found here. 
  • Application: The deadline to apply through KPU is March 24th, 2025. 
  • When: July 14th - July 25th, 2025 or August 4th - August 15th, 2025
  • Where: In person through the University for the Creative Arts in Farnham, England with free Heathrow airport pick-up and excursions near London. 
  • Who: For anyone interested in art, design, multimedia film production, graphic design, fashion textiles, architecture, interior design, and creative studies. 
  • Cost: £2,340 The costs include accommodation (catered), the academic program, materials, and weekly excursions. There will be optional extra excursions available for students that will be explained upon arrival.  

3. Nottingham Trent University (NTU), UK - Open

  1. GLB_001 Financial Markets and Investments (10 credits) for KPU’s ACCT 3380 (3 credits) 
  2. GLB_001 Photography and Heritage (10 credits) for KPU’s FINA 1xxx (3 Credits)
  3. GLB_001 - Cybercrime and Cyber-Security (10) for KPU’s CRIM 3xxx (3 credits)
  4. GLB_001 - Crime Investigations (10) for KPU’s CRIM 3xxx (3 credits)
  5. GLB_001 - Serious and Organized Crime (10) for KPU’s CRIM 3120 (3 credits)
  • Application: The deadline to apply through KPU is  April 1st, 2025
  • When: 
    • Block One: July 7th - July 18th, 2025
    • Block Two: July 21st - August 1st, 2025
  • Where: In-person through Nottingham Trent University in the UK. 
  • Who: This is open to all students wanting an international experience in the UK. List of courses are here.
  • Cost: £1,200 (English Garden Design and Smart Agriculture and Future Crops - £1,510). You would also need to pay for travel, accommodation, and personal expenses. 

4. VIA University College, Denmark - Open

  • What: In-person International Summer School. More details can be found on their website here.
  • Application: The deadline to apply through KPU is March 17th, 2025.
  • When: Depending upon the course between July 28th - August 29th, 2025. Check here.
  • Where: In-person through the VIA University College in Denmark in their Viborg and Aarhus C campuses.
  • Who: This is for students in Sustainability, Entrepreneurship, Health, Animation, Construction, and Crowd sourcing  For in-depth details, see here.
  • Cost: Depending upon the course. Check here.

5. Toulouse Business School (TBS), France & Spain  - Open

  • What: In-person International Summer School. More details can be found on their website here and their brochure here.
  • Application: The deadline to apply through KPU is April 1st, 2025. 
  • When: Depending on the program between June 22nd and July 25th, 2025. Check here.
  • Where: 
    • Toulouse, France
      • Cycle 1: two-week program:  June 22nd - July 5th, 2025, 
      • Cycle 2: two-week program: July 6th - July 19th, 2025 then travel through the French Pyrenees to Spain to continue the program in Barcelona from July 3 - July 21, 2024
      • 4-week program: June 22nd - July 19th, 2025
    • Barcelona, Spain
      • 3-week program: July 7th - July 25th, 2025
    • Toulouse-Barcelona
      • 5-week program: June 22nd - July 25th, 2025
  • Who: ALL PROGRAMS. Courses are mainly in business with some related to Design. 
  • Cost: Students from university partners will receive a discount of 250€. For more detailed information see the brochure here.
    • Single-campus option | 1800€ program (Optional 850€ hospitality package)
    • International Summer School Program, a 6-week program | 3600€
    • Optional hospitality package, 6-week package | 1700€

6.Hanyang University ERICA Summer School, South Korea - Open

  • What: In-person International Summer School in Ansan, South Korea. More details can be found here.
  • Application: The deadline is  April 1st, 2025.
  • When: 
    • Session 1 (2 weeks): July 18 - August 2, 2025. 
    • Session 2 (2 weeks): August 2- August 17, 2025 
    • Session 1+2 (4 weeks): July 18 - August 17, 2025
  • Where: In-person summer school through Hanyang University ERICA, in South Korea.
  • Who: This is for all students interested in Korean Culture, Asian studies or Business, Design and Engineering. 
  • Cost:. Including tuition fee, activities and housing.
    • Academic Course Track
      • Two Weeks: approx. 1,202 USD
      • Four Weeks: approx. 2,179 USD
    • Cultural Course Track
      • Two Weeks: approx. 1,052 USD
      • Four Weeks: approx. 1,878 USD

7. HUFS Summer School, South Korea - Open

  • What: In-person International Summer School in South Korea. More details can be found here. The following courses have been assessed: Korean Cinema: An International Success (3 credits) for KPU's LANC 1xxx (3 credits) and Korean Popular Culture and Media (3 credits) for KPU's LANC 1xxx (3 credits). For more course info, click here.
  • Application: The deadline to apply through KPU is  April 1st, 2025
  • When: July 10 - August 8, 2025. 
  • Where: In-person summer school through HUFS, in South Korea.
  • Who: This is for all students interested in Korean and Asian studies or Business in Asia. 
  • Cost: Total tuition fees is approx. 1500 USD. There is a 25% discount for nominated students in the cost. For more information click here.

8. Hong Kong University Summer Institute, Hong Kong - Open

  • What: In-person Hong Kong University Summer Institute (HKUSI) in Hong Kong. The Summer Programs are uniquely designed to enable students to explore their academic interests and professional pathways while enjoying a summer experience at HKU. More details can be found here. 
  • Application: The deadline to apply through KPU is  March 19th, 2025
  • When: June to August, depending on the program.
    • 10-day Program
    • Click here for specific dates of the programs available
  • Where: In-person summer school through HKUSI, in Hong Kong.
  • Who: This is for all students interested in Arts, Asian studies, Business,  Social sciences, Engineering and more.
  • Cost: Depending on the program.  For more details click here.

9. University of Guanajuato, Mexico - Closed

  • What: In-person International Summer School. An eight-week summer program that provides undergraduate students with an opportunity to gain training and mentorship in scientific research, alongside cultural immersion.
  • Application: The deadline to apply through KPU is February 27th,2025. 
  • When: June 11th to August 1st, 2025 
  • Where: In-person through the Guanajuato University in Guanajuato, Mexico.
  • Who: This is for students in Art, Sciences, Law, Engineering, Economics.
  • Cost: No tuition when nominated from KPU. You just need to pay for travel, accommodation, and personal expenses.

10. Universidad Federada San Judas Tadeo, Costa Rica - Closed

11. Mittelhessen University of Applied Sciences, Germany - Closed

  • What: In-person International Summer School for Engineering students. The program is intended for advanced undergraduate students in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Industrial Engineering. More details are on the website here and in the  pamphlet: 

  • Application: The deadline to apply through KPU is January 31th 2025. 
  • When: 
    • Online: June 10th -June 16th, 2025
    • In-person: July 17th - August 18th, 2025.
  • Where: In person through the Mittelhessen University of Applied Sciences in Giessen
  • Who: This is for students in Engineering programs wanting an international experience in Germany.  
  • Cost:  No tuition when nominated from KPU. You just need to pay a small participation fee, for transportation, accommodation, and personal expenses. 

12. Munich University of Applied Sciences, Germany - Closed

  • What: In-person International Summer School for Engineering students. More details can be found here. The program is intended for advanced undergraduate students in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Industrial Engineering
  • Application: The deadline to apply through KPU is February 27th 2025. 
  • When: July 7th - August 9th, 2025.
  • Where: In person through the Munich University of Applied Sciences in Munich, Germany with excursions to Bavarian lake, Olympic memorials and beer garden. 
  • Who: This is for students in Engineering programs wanting an international experience in Germany.  
  • Cost: The program fee of €1,890 covers: tuition for the German Language and Culture class, two subject courses, the official cultural and social program, free internet access at the university and a welcome package. For students from partner universities, the fee is reduced to €1,750. Accommodation charges are €1,200 per person for 34 nights in a triple or quad bedroom. Please find details about the housing and options on their website.

13.  Mackenzie Presbyterian University, Brazil - Closed

  • What: Program taught in English for science students revolving around Water Management, Sustainability and Pollution.
  • Application: The deadline to apply through KPU is February 27th 2025. Successful applicants will then be nominated to apply to the University
  • When: May 12th - June 27th,
  • Where: In Person at the University of Mackenzie in São Paulo
  • Who: This is for students interested in understanding the environmental, social and technical impacts of pollution and treatment.
  • Cost: No tuition when nominated from KPU. You just need to pay for travel, accommodation, and personal expenses. 

14. ICT Summer School at Metropolia, Finland - Closed

  • What: the list of courses and more can be found on the website. All the courses are taught in English and are mostly in person.
  • Application: The deadline to apply through KPU is February 27th, 2025. 
  • When: August 4th - 22nd, 2025
  • Where: It is held at Metropolia Myyrmaki campus in the city of Vantaa, Finland close to the capital of Helsinki where the airport is located. 
  • Who: This is for students wanting an international experience in Finland and are interested in information and communication technologies. 
  • Cost: No tuition when nominated from KPU. You just need to pay for travel, accommodation, and personal expenses. 

15. Toyo University, Japan - Closed

  • What: The program includes intensive Japanese language for absolute beginners and culture classes. Participants will have the chance to learn with Toyo University Japanese students in interactive classes. Plus, we've got a field trip to Mt. Fuji with Toyo students lined up for students to understand its environmental issues and SDGs better. Learn more about this program on their YouTube page here.
  • Application: extended to June 13th 2024.
  • When: August 19th to 31st, 2024 
  • Where: In-person at Toyo University in Japan
  • Who: This is for students who are absolute beginners in Japanese and want to learn more about the language and culture. For more course info, click here.
  • Cost: Participation fee after discount is 203,00 yen (approx. $1820 CAD).

16. Ryukoku University in Kyoto, Japan  - Closed

  • What: Unique opportunity to learn Japanese language, history and culture with lectures in Japanese Language, Society and culture, and Buddhism. Participants will explore the country's past and present through excursions to locations in Kyoto and the Kansai Region. More details are in their flyer here and wesbite here. 
  • Application: The deadline to apply through KPU is April 9, 2024. Successful applicants will then be nominated to apply to the University by their deadline of April 14, 2024.
  • When: July 1 - 13, 2024.
  • Where: Kyoto and the Kansai "quintessential" region of Japan.
  • Who: ALL PROGRAMS. 
  • Cost: 200,000 JPY (conversion rates to Canadian may change and this would be around $1,800.00 CA). Accommodation and field trips are included. Personal expenses, transportation to Japan and back, and other fees are not included. See program information for details. \

17. Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Summer Program 2024 - Closed

  • What: This 14 day non-credit summer program in Beijing, China will allow KPU students with or without TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) background to join a KPU-only customized TCM summer program through Beijing University of Chinese Medicine’s Centre for International Chinese Language and TCM Education. The Chinese Medicine Experience Centre provides an opportunity for visitors to learn about the TCM culture. For more details see their brochure here.
  • Application: The deadline to apply through KPU is June 11, 2024, please email internationalprograms@kpu.ca if interested.
  • When: August 24th to September 7th, 2024 
  • Where: In-person in Beijing, China
  • Who: For KPU Faculty of Health Students with a TCM background or interested in TCM.
  • Cost: This program is partially funded including: on-campus accommodation, food on campus and excursions. You are in charge of the following costs:
    • Airfare
    • Pocket money
    • Travel medical and trip cancellation insurance
    • Visa/passport fees

UMAP Opportunities:

1. Sawasdee Thailand Summer Program 2025, Thailand - Open

  • What: Mahidol University has different programs throughout the summer. Check out the different programs here. 
    • Application: The deadline to apply through KPU is April 1st, 2025
    • When: Depending on the Program. August 25th 2024 - September 4th 2024. Check out the dates here. 
    • Where: Mahidol University in Salaya, Thailand
    • Who: For all KPU students
    • Cost: Details of other fees can be found here

2. Walailak University, Thailand - Open

  • What: Walailak University has different programs throughout the summer.  Check out the different programs here. 
    • Application: The deadline to apply through KPU is March 14th, 2025
    • When: Depending on the program
      • Wine and Beverage for Restaurant and Café: July 14th - July 25, 2025
      • Multimedia and Communication Programs:  May 1st - May 15th, 2025
      • Animal Conservation and Genetics: April 22nd - May 20th, 2025
    • Where: Walailak University in Thai Buri, Thailand
    • Who: For all KPU students
    • Cost: Tuition Fee
      • Wine and Beverage for Restaurant and Café:  $350 USD
      • Multimedia and Communication Programs: $1200 USD
      • Animal Conservation and Genetics: $100 USD
      • Details of other fees can be found here

3. UEL Summer Camp: EcoVibes Summer Fest, Vietnam - Open

  • What:  This cultural exchange program reflects the University of Economics and Law's dedication to fostering global citizenship, cultural appreciation, and international understanding. The program believes cultural exchange fosters a more connected and harmonious world by breaking barriers, challenging stereotypes, and building lasting bonds. The program hopes this event brings you meaningful experiences and friendships that endure beyond the program.
    • Application: The deadline to apply through KPU is April 1st, 2025
    • When: June 22nd - July 1st, 2025
    • Where:  Viet Nam National University Ho Chi Minh City - University of Economics and Law in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
    • Who: For all KPU students
    • Cost: 
      • Tuition: $550 (USD) 
      • Details of other fees can be found here 

4. GO UANDES: Latin American Culture and History, Chile  - Open

  • What:  Trade a typical summer for an exciting and immersive experience in Chile, where winter transforms the Andes into a breathtaking landscape. Through a multidisciplinary approach- combining history and sociology- this course offers a deep dive into Latin America’s past, identity and modern challenges. Why join? Beyond books- Explore Latin America’s cultural diversity and more! Experience it firsthand – Visit Santiago’s cultural landmarks and admire the snow-covered Andes. Global perspectives – Engage in thought- provoking discussions with students from around the world. This winter in Chile, immerse yourself in knowledge, culture and stunning mountains views.
    • Application: The deadline to apply through KPU is April 1st, 2025
    • When: July 21st - August 1st, 2025
    • Where: University de los Andes in Santiago, Chile 
    • Who: For all KPU students
    • Cost: 
      • Tuition: $650 (USD) 
      • Details of other fees can be found here 

5. UKM International Summer Program 2025: Tropic Nature and Heritage, Malaysia - Open

  • What:    A dynamic two-week program that blends academic excellence with an immersive cultural experience. Participants will explore Malaysia’s rich natural heritage and gain insights into integrated conservation efforts for sustainability and eco-tourism.
  • Application: The deadline to apply through KPU is April 1st, 2025
  • When: August 4th - August 15th, 2025
  • Where: Universiti Kegangsaan in Bangi, Malaysia
  • Who: For all KPU students
  • Cost: 
    • Tuition: $1800 USD
    • Details of other fees can be found here 

6.  CommTECH Nusantra 2025 On-Site: Voices of Diversity: Intercultural and Interreligious Dialogue, Indonesia - Open

  • What: Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS) Surabaya is dedicated to fostering knowledge and technology through a lens of social and cultural understanding. Indonesia, with its vast array of islands, offers a unique landscape of cultures and traditions, particularly on Java, where over 145 million people live in one of the world’s most diverse communities. This year, through the CommTECH Nusantara with the topic of ‘Voices of Diversity: Exploring Intercultural and Interreligious Conversations in Indonesia,’ ITS seeks to highlight the harmonious coexistence of various ethnicities and religions. Java, known for its rich cultural heritage, showcases how diverse traditions can intertwine, creating a vibrant societal fabric. Participants are invited to explore the foundations of this harmony and learn how mutual respect and understanding can thrive in a multi-faceted community.
  • Application: The deadline to apply through KPU is April 1st, 2025
  • When: September 15th - September 26th, 2025
  • Where: Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember in Surabaya, Indonesia 
  • Who: For all KPU students
  • Cost: 
    • Tuition: $700 USD
    • Details of other fees can be found here 

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