T-IES Summer School June on Identity, Society and Technology

Study in English, make friends & learn German at one of Germany's best universities while enjoying winter in the snow here in beautiful Tübingen! Do not just learn about European societies - experience Europe up close on two different Study Tracks. Class sessions are highly interactive, intercultural and combine both traditional and innovative teaching styles, including field trips and field research conducted by you, the participants, yourselves. Meet with representatives of various civil society organizations who offer insights into how their activities help build stronger community TIES.
 

• 31 May - 25 June 2027
• Arrival (Check-in): Monday, 31 May
• Farewell Evening: Thursday, 24 June
• Departure (Check-out): Friday, 25 June

• Applications will open in October 2026
• Upon availability of places, applications will be accepted until April 30, 2027

Further information 

The program comprises combines three core components: 

• Subject Courses
• German Language Courses (A1-B2)
• Intercultural Workshop

Subject Courses

Students can choose one of three Study Tracks based on their academic interest. 

German Language Courses

No German? No problem!

Whether you are a beginner or already have some experience, we offer German Language Courses from A1 to B2 proficiency level. 

Intercultural Workshop

Develop your intercultural skills, gain insights into German culture, and connect with fellow international students through an interactive workshop. 

Further information

The program includes cultural activities as well as social gatherings such as a welcome and farewell reception, an intercultural evening, and a punting tour on the Neckar river.

You will get the chance to experience German culture, explore Tübingen and its surroundings - a perfect chance get to know your classmates and Tübingen students better and have fun together.

To support you during your stay in Tübingen and to promote an intercultural exchange we have set up a Buddy Program in which a student of the University of Tübingen teams up with a T-IES participant.

Further information

The courses are designed for undergraduate students from all academic disciplines with a strong general interest in cultures, Europe and Germany in particular. Preference is given to applicants from a partner university. 

A very good command of English and the willingness to actively participate during course activities are required.

Participants must be at least 18 years old.

Max. participants: 40 (max. 20 participants per Study Track)

Please note: Participants in the Summer School will not be enrolled as students of the University of Tübingen.

• Program fee: €1,950

Further information

• Subject courses: 6 ECTS credits (3 ECTS credits each course)
• German language course and intercultural workshop: 2 ECTS credits

Further information