Summer schools
Summer schools are short-term programmes designed to offer undergraduate students a condensed international experience. They come with various lengths, intensities and academic challenges.
With a diverse selection of partner universities, you have the opportunity to participate in summer programmes across the globe.
These experiences are co-curricular, meaning they won’t affect your final degree classification. You can choose from a wide range of subjects that align with your interests or previous study experience.
Benefits of summer schools
There are many benefits of studying abroad. Attending a summer school gives you the chance to:
- expand your global perspective and experience new cultures without a full-year commitment
- enhance your CV
- gain sought-after skills like adaptability and intercultural communication
- make lasting friendships.
Eligibility
Summer school opportunities are available to all current undergraduate students, including final year students.
To be eligible for a summer school programme, you need to:
- be a registered student at the University of Leeds
- be enrolled in an undergraduate programme at the University of Leeds
- meet any specific academic or entry requirements set by the host university
- commit to attending the entire duration of the summer school you apply for.
To learn more about eligibility requirements, visit our Global Opportunities SharePoint.
Researching your options
When applying for summer schools, you can select your preferred programme and one backup preference, should you choose to provide one.
Your should take your time to thoroughly research the available programmes before submitting your application.
For more information on destinations and programmes available, funding and costs, as well as handy research tips, visit our Global Opportunities SharePoint.
Summer school destinations
In previous years, we have seen our students take part in summer school programmes delivered by our partner universities in Canada, Mexico, France, Spain, South Korea and beyond.
Current students can find the full list of summer programmes available each year on the Global Opportunities SharePoint.