International Summer and Winter Universities
Many universities around the world offer summer and winter schools during their semester breaks. These stays usually last one to six weeks and, in addition to subject and/or language courses, usually also include a wide range of leisure and cultural activities. Subject courses that you complete as part of international summer and winter schools may be credited at Leuphana. Participation in summer and winter schools must be borne by your own funds.
Below you will find a list of summer school offers from Leuphana's partner universities, which is regularly updated. Further offers and information can also be found below.
ITALY: Ca' Foscari University of Venice: Winter School 2026
Ca’ Foscari University of Venice warmly invites international students to take part in the Winter School 2026. This two-week program offers a combination of beginner-level Italian language courses and cultural activities in the historic heart of Venice.
Program Dates: 26 January – 6 February 2026
Location: School for International Education, Palazzina Briati, Venice
Program Highlights:
- 30 hours of Italian language classes (mornings)
- 5 hours of cultural activities (afternoons): walking tours, museum visits, and more
Language of Instruction: Italian (suitable for complete beginners)
Certificate: Certificate of attendance issued by Ca’ Foscari University
Accommodation: Not included – a list of recommended options and contacts will be provided
Application Period: 6 October – 21 November 2025
Apply now:Click here
More information:here & here
KOREA: Sungkyunkwan University: International Winter School
Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) in Seoul, Korea, invites international students to apply for the Winter International Student Experience (WISE) 2025–2026.
This short-term winter program combines academic study, Korean cultural immersion, and global networking — all in the heart of Seoul.
- Program Dates: December 22, 2025 – January 9, 2026
- Fields of Study: Business, Social Sciences, Computer/Data Science, Korean Language & Culture, and more
- Language: English
- Credits: 3 credits per course
- Scholarships: Early bird, group discounts, alumni benefits
(Application period: October 1 – November 30, 2025)
SPAIN: Universidad Pontificia Comillas in Madrid: Global Winter School 2026
Universidad Pontificia Comillas welcomes international students to the Comillas Global Winter School 2026, taking place in the vibrant city of Madrid. This year’s focus is on Entrepreneurship and Innovation.
- Dates: January 8–23, 2026
- Location: Comillas University, Madrid, Spain
- Highlights: Credit-bearing courses, official diploma, cultural and site visits
- Accommodation: Packages available
- Discounts: Early registration and group discounts
Register now: Click here
Contact: comillas.internacional@comillas.edu | Xinyi Ying: yxinyi@comillas.edu