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Summer and other short-term exchange programs

Ontario Tech University has many opportunities for students who are interested in gaining an international learning experience. 

Depending on the short-term exchange program and type of partnership with Ontario Tech, some exchanges are not-for-credit and you must apply to the host institution directly. If an exchange program is for-credit, students must follow all steps listed on the Outbound Exchange page.

Regardless of the exchange program, all students going on international mobility programs—exchange, summer program, internship, research, conference, etc.—are required to complete the pre-departure form and attend a pre-departure session before they leave. Visit our Pre-Departure Sessions page to fill out the form and register for a session.

Below is a list of short-term academic exchange opportunities available to students. Please feel free to visit our Partners across the world to view other potential options. For more information about exchange programs, contact internationalexchange@ontariotechu.ca.

Turku University of Applied Sciences, Finland

University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria

 

12th International Summer Academy in Engineering for Women (ISAE4W)

Dates: July 13 to 28, 2026

The International Summer Academy for Women in Engineering (ISAE4W) offers an ideal opportunity for a selected group of highly-motivated and talented women to experience top-class and challenging university-level coursework.

The Academy’s intensive program combines sophisticated theory with hands-on practical experience in engineering and natural sciences. In addition to knowledge transfer in these fields, social, cross-cultural and gender aspects are covered and discussed during lectures and workshops.
A team of highly qualified academic staff from our university as well as from other universities and organisations will provide scientific and technical background on workshop topics and information about the role of women in science and their opportunities in scientific careers.

 Why participate?
- Broaden technical and scientific knowledge
- Earn academic credit (4 ECTS)
- Improve language und intercultural skills
- International network
- Creativity, fun and experience

Target group:  female undergraduate students in Engineering (18 to 25 years)

Venue:
University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria, School of Engineering (Wels Campus) with selected workshops off campus

Costs:
€ 970,- including tuition fees, room for the entire stay, meals on weekdays (weekends are free for individual activities), numerous excursions.

Application:
To apply please send an e-mail to isae4w@fh-ooe.at. You will then receive a personalized registration link to the online application portal.

Application deadline: March 15, 2026
Applicants will be notified about a decision by early April.

Please note that it is the student’s obligation to take care of visa arrangements for entry and the duration of their stay in Austria. For information about the visa requirements check the OeAD website https://oead.at/en/to-austria/entry-and-residence/
 
For further questions please visit http://www.fh-ooe.at/isae4w,
Follow them on instagram @ISAE4W 

Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences, Germany

Students can take courses in subjects such as:

All our summer programs are worth ECTS points. The programs are designed for international students and taught entirely in English.

Frankfurt Summer Universities also offers fun extracurricular activities for students to participate in, as well as field trips to political, financial, and architectural sites. The city is our classroom!

To learn more about Frankfurt Summer Universities, please visit their website at www.frankfurt-summer-university.de  or contact them at summerschools@fra-uas.de.

Tecnológico de Monterrey, Mexico

Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore

National Changhua University of Education (NCUE), Taiwan

University of Pécs, Hungary

Two-week programs | July 4 to 18, 2026 | 6 ECTS credits each | €1,050–€1,450

  1. European Studies Summer School (1,050 EUR)
    Explore the political, cultural, and social achievements of Europe through engaging lectures on art, gastronomy, migration, and diversity.
  2. Leadership Skills Summer School (1,050 EUR)
    Develop essential leadership, communication, and teamwork skills to become an effective and confident leader.
  3. Sustainability – Social Ecology (1,050 EUR)
    Combine theory and practice as you engage with local NGOs on sustainability and inclusion projects.
  4. International Human Rights Law (1,450 EUR)
    Gain insight into major international human rights issues, EU human rights law, and humanitarian protection.
    (Open to Law students.)
  5. Debate Academy (July 19 – August 2, 1,050 EUR)
    Strengthen your critical thinking and public speaking in this hands-on, international debate program.

Four-week Combined Programs | July 5 to August 2, 2026

Combine any of the above with the Debate Academy for a four-week experience and double your learning and intercultural exposure:

  • European Studies + Debate Academy (2,100 EUR)
  • Leadership Skills + Debate Academy (2,100 EUR)
  • Sustainability + Debate Academy (2,100 EUR)
  • International Human Rights Law + Debate Academy (2,500 EUR)

Note:

Program fees include:
✔ Tuition and materials
✔ Dormitory accommodation
✔ Lunch on teaching days + two dinners per week
✔ Cultural and social programs: sightseeing, Intercultural Evening, Quiz Night, wine tasting, dragon boat race, darts contest, pool party, museum visits

  • Earn up to 12 ECTS credits

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Linköping University, Sweden 

This four-week credit-bearing programme gives international students an opportunity to study abroad in one of Sweden’s fastest growing cities, Linköping. With its innovative university and great student activities you will have the best experience of your life!

APPLICATION PERIOD:  February 2 to March 20, 2026 

COURSES
All courses are at bachelor’s level, full-time and worth 7.5 ECTS
• Alternative Energy: the past, present, future, and inventions
• Is There an App for That: Potentials and Pitfalls of Using Smartphones as Medical Devices
• Leadership and Organizational Behaviour in Contemporary Organizations
• Nanotechnology: Sustainable Challenges and Social Impact
• Sweden: Language, Culture and Society
• Swedish International Management in a (DE) Globalized World
• Superman, Daisy Duck and Tintin: reading and learning in the world of comics
• The Use (and Abuse) of Culture

There are 5 spots available per course.

TUITION
• For Ontario Tech students the Summer Academy is tuition-free. Alongside lectures and coursework, a variety of social activities and a fun program will be offered, organized by our student hosts.

HOUSING TUITION
• Fully furnished single rooms will be provided for a total cost of SEK 7,200 (estimated $CAD 1,070.71). [currency converter]. It will include a private bathroom, new bed linen and towels, shared kitchen access, final exit cleaning, and a regional bus pass.