Short programmes

Summer programmes

Applications are closed for Summer Programmes 2025.

Destinations for summer 2026 will be confirmed in Fall.

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Summer Programmes are short-term academic experiences (ranging from 2 to 8 weeks) that take place at international partner universities. These programmes are designed to enrich the university experience (with the possibility of obtaining credit recognition for foreign courses) in international academic and cultural contexts. They offer a dynamic and stimulating environment with the opportunity to engage with students and professors from around the world.

The destinations are prestigious universities in ìvarious geographical areas, including Europe, North America, and Asia. These programmes combine high-quality academic content with strong experiential and intercultural value. You’ll have the chance to immerse yourself in an experience that goes far beyond the classroom!

  • International academic training at prestigious universities.
  • Multicultural experience: immersion in global contexts and intercultural exchange.
  • Personal growth: development of independence, flexibility, and adaptability.
  • Improvement of language and intercultural skills, essential in a global context.
  • Enhancement of your CV: a recognized experience that can benefit both academic (with the possibility of credit recognition for foreign courses) and professional paths.

The updated list of destinations will be available in the fall.

The Summer Programmes are aimed at all Cattolica students who want to take one or more courses at a university abroad during the summer months. Recent graduates are also eligible up to 12 months after graduation so long as they are not enrolled at another university.

For most destinations, you do not need to demonstrate a minimum grade average to take part. You need proof of a good knowledge of English; the required level varies depending on the destination. Cattolica International organises preparation courses for international language certification and offers those without certification the option of taking an internal English test during the application phase. 

Applications open in November, and each destination will have a different application deadline.

Departure dates and duration of the programme depend on the destination. However, all courses are between two and eight weeks during the summer months. Departure dates for most courses is between July and August.  

Study grants awarded on the basis of academic merit are available for all destinations and are paid as a refund.

The number of study grants available and the amount of each study grant varies according to the destination. 

Applications for study grants are automatically submitted after application for the programme: you do not need to submit a specific application. In the awarding of grants, priority will be given to current students over recent graduates. 

How do I apply?

  1. Go to our "Destinations" page. The list refers to Summer 2025 destinations.
     
  2. In the Fall period will be announced the calendar of the info sessions.
     
  3. Read the instructions on how to apply for credit recognition
     
  4. Applications will open in Fall. You can apply to multiple destinations, keeping in mind that the €35 application fee is non-refundable

 

Contacts

Cattolica International - MILANO
Tel: 02 7234 5252
@: info.outbound@unicatt.it

Cattolica International - BRESCIA
Tel: 030 2406 250
@: ucsc.international-bs@unicatt.it

Cattolica International - PIACENZA
Tel: 0523 599 107
@: programmi.internazionali-pc@unicatt.it

Cattolica International - ROMA
Tel: +39 06 3015 5819
@: ucsc.international-rm@unicatt.it

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