Summer Study Abroad Programs
Students can pursue summer study abroad opportunities throughout their undergraduate degree.
There are two types of summer abroad programs:
- Opportunities available through MacAbroad, McMaster’s formal exchange program, which require an application submitted to McMaster by mid-January each year.
- Opportunities independent from McMaster’s formal exchange program, which require a Letter of Permission from McMaster and an application directly through the host school.
Students interested in an independent summer abroad experience may explore options beyond those listed below. Students are responsible for researching and following the application and admission procedures, as well as obtaining any necessary travel documents.
Meet with the Academic Advisor for Study Abroad before applying to any study abroad programs or courses.
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Ontario Universities International
Consortium agreements through OUI offer culture and language programs in China, France, and Germany throughout the summer. Many of these agreements include scholarship funding.
Universitas 21
McMaster is a member of Universitas 21, giving students the opportunity to study for credit at other partnered institutions. Each year, one featured school will provide a scholarship for student(s) to study at their school.
Austria
University of Vienna International Summer Program
- A selection of European Studies (politics, history, economics, culture) as well as German language courses.
Denmark
- Courses offered in English including communication, multimedia, and culture. (Available as part of formal exchange program)
France
- Courses taught in English and French on international relations, political science, or economics, as well as intensive language courses in French.
Germany
DAAD German Summer School Database
- A number of summer schools offering courses in German language and many other subjects taught in English.
University of Tuebingen International and European Studies Summer Program
- No German required. Intensive German language study with optional afternoon/evening excursions on society, politics and culture in Germany.
Ireland
National University of Ireland: International Seminar & Summer School (Galway)
- Offers a range of courses in Irish Studies, Education in Ireland, Irish Language, Geology, Ecology, Archaeology and Play Therapy.
Queens University of Belfast International Summer School
- Two interdisciplinary programs in Storytelling or Conflict Transformation.
Italy
The University of Bologna Summer School of Italian Language and Culture
- Italian language and culture.
Studio Art Centers International, Florence (SACI) (credit transfer through Bowling Green State University)
- Art and art history courses.
University of Trento Summer International Program
- *(available as part of the formal exchange program)*
Japan
Seinan Gakuin University Intensive Japanese Language Program
- This program offers students an opportunity to experience Japan and the Japanese language.
Norway
University Oslo International Summer School (Oslo)
- Courses in a range of subjects are offered including Norwegian culture, society, and language.
Russia
School of Russian and Asian Studies
- Various summer language programs available at different Russian universities through the SRAS.
Spain
Autonomous University of Barcelona
- Spanish language courses at all levels
Malaga University Summer Spanish Language & Culture Courses
- Spanish language courses at all levels. Upper level language classes will have special Spanish cultural classes that include areas of literature, history, cinema, art, physical and political geography, economy, society, and politics.
United Kingdom
University of Leeds International Summer School *(available as part of the formal exchange program)*
- Courses include history, creative writing, philosophy, business, literature, politics, and more.
- A variety of summer courses are offered in the arts, film, languages, law, politics, psychology and writing.
- Offers a variety of different summer school classes in British art and architecture, culture and society, creative writing, theatre, literature, and more.
London School of Economics and Political Science (London)
- Courses offered within the following areas of study: accounting and finance, economics, international relations, law, and management.
Queen’s University International Study Centre (Sussex)
- Courses in a wide range of subjects in the arts and sciences.
Scottish Universities’ International Summer School [SUISSE] (Edinburgh)
- Based at the University of Edinburgh, courses are offered on such topics as British, Scottish, and Irish literature, along with creative writing. SUISSE partners include University of Aberdeen, Dundee, Edinburgh, Glasgow, St. Andrews, Strathclyde and the Open University.
United States of America
- Regular undergraduate courses from many disciplines as well as four specialized programs in journalism, Music & Performing Arts, creative writing, and Summer @ NYU Tisch School of the Arts.