How to apply for International Summer School
Applications for 2025 are now closed. Applications for 2026 will open in January 2026.
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Cancellation dates |
Cancellation penalty after date listed |
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Before Monday 28 April 2025 |
No withdrawal fee |
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After Monday 28 April 2025 |
Full programme fee as listed on our fees page |
Our entry requirements
You must be over the age of 18 and either
- A current undergraduate student enrolled in a full-time university programme outside the United Kingdom or in the current graduating class
- or graduated high school with an acceptance letter for a university programme starting the following autumn
- or a current graduate student enrolled in a full-time taught masters university programme outside the United Kingdom or in the current graduating class
Unfortunately, we can not admit research students or independent learners.
You’ll need to provide:
- a completed application form;
- your latest transcript from your home university;
- a copy of your passport picture page;
- non-native English speakers - English language proficiency document (see below).
Students applying independently must also include a letter of recommendation. The letter of recommendation should be from a tutor, academic advisor or other notable person who can vouch for your suitability to study on the programme.
Academic requirements
If you’re applying from a university in the USA or Canada you’ll need a GPA of 2.7 or above.
If you’re applying from elsewhere, you should have good pass grades equivalent to ECTS level ‘B’ or top 35% for courses taken.
English language proficiency
When you apply, you should be sufficiently fluent in English to get the maximum benefit from our course modules. If English isn’t your first language, you’ll need to provide evidence of having passed one of the approved tests at CEFR Level B2 or above on our English Language Qualifications List or proof your degree is taught in English. If you are from one of our partner universities, you can provide an English language reference letter confirming your level of English. Otherwise, if you’re from a native English-speaking country outside of the EU, you do not need to provide evidence of your English language skills.
Our providers
We have a number of third party providers who are happy to assist with your application and offer extra support on the programme.
If you live in the USA:
- Academic Programs International (API)
- International Studies Abroad (ISA)
- The College of Global Studies – Arcadia University
- Institute for Study Abroad – Butler University
- College of Brockport – State University of New York (SUNY)
- CISabroad
- University Studies Abroad Consortium (USAC)
If you live in Australia:
Application queries?
Get in touch and we'll be happy to assist