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SUMMER ABROAD

Ready to take your learning experience to the next level, or the next continent? Imagine studying abroad for 2-4 weeks this summer, learning about yourself and the world while earning academic credits or Co-Curricular Record. This incredible opportunity is for you!


Deadlines to apply:

January 18, 2026
Austria Summer Program at IMC Krems

February 1, 2026
Vietnam Summer School by Dania Academy in Ho Chi Minh City

March 1, 2026
Finland JAMK Summer School
Longo Faculty of Business specific Summer 2026 courses
WILs Work-Integrated Learning Abroad

March 8, 2026
Japan Kansai Gaidai Manga Art Institute Summer Program
 
March 24, 2026
Croatia Algebra International Summer School
Germany Summer Program at CBS in Cologne
Denmark Dania Sustainable Marketing Summer School
Denmark VIA United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals and Co-Creation
UK NTU Global Summer School
 
March 31, 2026
India Summer Program at Parul University

Once the internal deadline has passed, we may still be able to accept applications on a rolling basis. Please note that this is only possible for students who do not require a visa for participation, due to processing timelines and host institution requirements.

If you meet this condition and are still interested in applying, please contact studyabroad@humber.ca. Applications will be reviewed based on space availability and host institution deadlines.


What is a Summer Abroad?

Summer Abroad offers students the unique experience to learn abroad while earning Academic Credits or Co-Curricular Record in a condensed format (typically 2 – 4 weeks). Through Summer Abroad, students can register in courses at partner institutions and learn while exploring new places, experiencing new cultures and making new friends from around the world.

What did you learn about your studies and future career while being abroad?

"This experience helped me show a more flexible and well-rounded side of myself, which employers really value. It also supported me in stepping confidently into leadership roles."

Lam Phuong Nhu Le, Accounting student
Summer Abroad at Nottingham Trent University (UK)

“I thoroughly enjoyed participating in summer exchange as a way to broaden my perspectives, make friends in previously unfamiliar places, learn from amazing professors, and experience life in a different country. The summer program was super relevant to what I study in school as a student in the Faculty of Media, Creative Arts, and Design. We covered topics like team leadership, creativity management, and global destination branding, which have all informed my understanding and application of concepts into my work and program. I was also able to meet wonderful students who share a passion for travel and learning new things. One of the highlights of being in Finland in the summertime was the endless sun, walking around a park at midnight like it was only the afternoon."

Ella
Bachelor of Creative Advertising
JAMK Summer Global Opportunity Participant

“As a healthcare management student, the ability to adjust and create policies that will suit the majority of the population and consider diversity.”

Justin Balan, Healthcare Management
VIA University College (on Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging)

“The most rewarding part was meeting people from all over the world and hearing their perspectives. The debates, discussions, and group projects gave me the chance to learn from them, challenge my own ideas, and see issues from angles I hadn’t considered before.”

Nurana Karimova, Business Marketing Diploma
Cologne Business School Summer School (on Critical Thinking, Communication, and Collaboration)

“I learned how sustainability is applied in real-world marketing contexts and gained a broader perspective on global business practices, which will help me make more informed decisions in my future career.”

Lourdes Velasco, Culinary Management
Dania Academy Summer School (on Sustainability)

“Working at the spa was really rewarding—it was enjoyable and so informative. Even though the hours were short, it made me want to savour every moment I was there and do my part to help make the spa even better. I learned to find real confidence in myself and realized that I can turn any situation around.”

Connie Ho, Spa Management
Florence University of the Arts Experiential Learning Course (on Professionalism)

To register for an information session, click on each summer abroad opportunity and you will find the respective information session meeting.

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What Are The Costs?

Each program will vary in cost, and you can see the different program fees in the outlines below. Please see each program below for a breakdown of the associated costs. For a summer program, you are typically required to cover the cost of the program fee, accommodations - unless otherwise indicated, flights, and general day-to-day expenses while abroad.

What’s Not Included in the Program Fees?

  • Round trip airfare (book your own flights), unless otherwise indicated
  • Accommodation - unless otherwise indicated
  • Activity fees outside those included in the program itinerary
  • Incidentals, spending money, including food
  • Baggage and trip cancellation insurance
  • Students who are not Canadian citizens may be required to apply for an entry visa
  • Humber transfer credit fees ($25.00 per course, upon completion)

Bursary Available!

We really want students to take advantage of this amazing experience. All students are invited to apply for a bursary as part of their application opportunity for summer abroad. Bursaries will be available based on financial need.

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Am I Eligible?

To be nominated for a Summer Global Opportunity, students must:

  • Be in Good Academic Standing (Diploma/Advanced Diploma: min CGPA of 60%; Degree: min CGPA of 65%);
  • Your Humber Program is eligible to receive credit abroad;
  • Have no prior or pending academic misconduct offences;
  • Submit an Application Form, Letter of Intent, and Unofficial Grade Report from MyHumber (more details below)!

Deadlines to apply:

January 18, 2026
Austria Summer Program at IMC Krems

February 1, 2026
Vietnam Summer School by Dania Academy in Ho Chi Minh City

March 1, 2026
Finland JAMK Summer School
Longo Faculty of Business specific Summer 2026 courses
WILs Work-Integrated Learning Abroad

March 8, 2026
Japan Kansai Gaidai Manga Art Institute Summer Program
 
March 24, 2026
Croatia Algebra International Summer School
Germany Summer Program at CBS in Cologne
Denmark Dania Sustainable Marketing Summer School
Denmark VIA United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals and Co-Creation
UK NTU Global Summer School
 
March 31, 2026
India Summer Program at Parul University

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How Do I Apply? 

Step 1: Choose Your Program.

Step 2: Submit Application and Letter of Intent

The application form will ask you for your first and second choice program. Each application form will request a Letter of Intent. Your answer should be minimum. 400 words and should address at least two of the following:

  • How the summer program will enrich your studies at Humber.
  • How the global opportunity will positively contribute to your personal and professional goals.
  • How you plan to be successful in the courses offered at the host institution.
  • How your global opportunity will help to bring an international/global perspective to Humber.

Academic Standing

All applicants are required to be in Good Academic Standing. Applicants must submit a copy of the unofficial transcript/Academic Progress downloaded or printed from MyHumber at the time of application.

You can access your Grade Report from MyHumber.

What Happens After I Apply?

The Humber Global team will review all applications. All successful candidates nominated for a Summer Program will receive a notification of recommendation at the end of March. This notification will list the host institution you have been recommended to and information regarding next steps which will include (but are not limited to):

  1. Signing a Summer Abroad Learning Agreement by you and your Program Co-ordinator 
  2. Attending a mandatory Pre-Departure Workshop in April, which will cover a variety of essential topics including: cross-cultural adaptation and “culture shock”, health & safety abroad, being a Humber student ambassador, global citizenship, and general travel tips. 
  3. The Global Learning Co-ordinator will assist you to complete your application to the host institution. Visit the Before You Go section of our website for more details on these “next steps” to your journey.