University of Vienna Summer School

The University of Vienna's Summer School is located in the picturesque village of Strobl in the Salzkammergut region, one of Austria's most attractive summer vacation areas. Students are accommodated in high-standard single and double rooms at the program's beautiful summer campus on the shore of Lake Wolfgang.

Programme Details

• Dates: 12th July – 9th August 2025
• Programme fee for 4 weeks: €2,590 / £2,180* (includes registration, non-refundable deposit, tuition, use of campus facilities, sports and recreational facilities, and planned excursions)
• Not included in the programme fee: flights, accommodation and full board, mandatory Austrian students' union fee
• Funding available: £1,500 for non-WP students, £2,100 for Widening Participation students

Eligibility

• Students must be enrolled at Swansea University
• Students cannot be in the final year of study
• Postgraduate students can apply for funding but must provide evidence that their academic supervisor approves of their participation
• International students should speak to International@CampusLife to check the impact of participation on their Student Route visa

Widening Participation Criteria

• Annual household income of £25,000 or less
• Students receiving Universal Credit
• Care leavers and care experienced students
• Care givers
• Estranged students
• Refugees and asylum seekers

Programme Structure

The 4-week Sommerhochschule European Studies programme consists of two, two-week sessions. Six European Studies courses are offered during each session, covering topics such as law, politics, economics, history, cultural studies, and German.

Reasons to Participate

• Enjoy four weeks of European Studies and cultural exchange
• Choose from a variety of courses
• Meet students from all over the world
• Experience campus life on a lake shore, against a breathtaking mountain backdrop
• Live and study with students and professors from different nations
• Take part in sports, excursions, and cultural events

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Overview:

• Founded in 1920 as University College of Swansea
• Received its Royal Charter in 1948, becoming Swansea University
• Consistently ranked among the top 30 universities in the UK
• Home to over 20,000 students from over 140 countries
• Notable achievements include:
  • 2019 Queen's Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education for its work in developing and delivering innovative teaching methods
  • 2018 Times Higher Education Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Local Community
  • 2017 Research Excellence Framework (REF) results showed that 90% of Swansea University's research was rated as world-leading or internationally excellent

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Student Life:

• Over 150 student clubs and societies
• Sports teams in a variety of disciplines, including rugby, football, and basketball
• Student support services include:
  • Counseling and mental health support
  • Disability support
  • Financial advice
  • International student support
• Campus facilities include:
  • Bay Campus: Modern campus with state-of-the-art facilities, including a library, sports center, and student union
  • Singleton Campus: Historic campus with a mix of traditional and modern buildings, including the iconic Singleton Abbey
  • Tycoch Campus: Home to the College of Engineering and the School of Management

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Academics:

• Academic resources include:
  • Over 400 undergraduate and postgraduate programs
  • World-class research facilities
  • Extensive library resources
• Faculty:
  • Over 1,000 academic staff, including internationally renowned researchers and industry experts
• Teaching methodologies:
  • Focus on student-centered learning
  • Use of innovative teaching methods, such as problem-based learning and flipped classrooms
• Academic support services:
  • Academic skills workshops
  • Writing center
  • Math and statistics support
• Unique academic programs or initiatives:
  • Swansea Employability Academy: Provides students with opportunities to develop employability skills
  • Swansea University Global: Offers international study and research opportunities

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Top Reasons to Study Here:

• Top 30 UK university
• Excellent teaching and research
• World-class facilities
• Strong industry connections
• Vibrant student life
• Notable alumni include:
  • Michael Sheen, actor
  • Catherine Zeta-Jones, actress
  • Sir Terry Matthews, entrepreneur

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Services:

• Counseling and mental health support
• Health center
• Housing services
• Library resources:
  • Over 1 million books and journals
  • Access to online databases and e-resources
• Technology support:
  • Free Wi-Fi across campus
  • Computer labs and printing facilities
• Career development services:
  • Career counseling
  • Job search assistance
  • Employer networking events