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HKUST's partner institutions as well as other universities offer a range of winter programs. Students can directly apply for these programs with the host institution. Eligible students can consider to apply for funding through HKUST Short-Term Study Abroad Allowance, Non-Means-Tested SSEBR, SSE or SSEBR to support your program participation, click on the links on the right for details and eligibility requirements.
Program List - 2019 Winter
The list will be updated if further information is received from the host institutions.
ESTONIA
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Tallinn University
Tallinn Winter School
Tallinn, Estonia
6 – 24 Jan 2020 (3 weeks)
Estonian LanguageRussian Language
Tallinn Winter School, organised since 2010, is a 3-week programme in January, which includes language courses and creative workshops and provides a fascinating cultural programme. Tallinn Winter School has a casual and relaxed atmosphere, yet still maintains a scholastic approach, as well as acceptance of a wide diversity of opinions.
Program details: Click here
Registration starts on 1 Oct 2019
Tuition: 300-440 EUROptional housing: 210 EUR (for 3 weeks) - To be confirmed
GERMANY
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Technische Universitaet Berlin
TU Berlin Winter University
Berlin, Germany
6 – 31 Jan 2020 (4 weeks)
CanSat: Hands-on Satellite Design
Introduction to Machine Learning with Python
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
Start-up Crash Course: From Idea to Reality
Virtual Reality & Exercise Gaming
Courses at the TU Berlin Winter School include approximately 18 hours of instruction per week. Students receive a certificate of the TU Berlin and ECTS credit points on successful completion of their course.
Program details: Click here
To be announced
Registration fee: 60 EURTuition: 1,950-2,300 EUR
JAPAN
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Sophia University
January Session in Japanese Studies
Tokyo, Japan
7 – 29 Jan 2020 (4 weeks)
Japanese Business and EconomyEducation in Japan
Media and Contemporary Issues in JapanContemporary Japanese Culture & SocietyBasic Japanese
The aim of this program is to invite university students from outside Japan and create a stimulating learning environment for promoting globalization and diversity. In this 4-week program, participants are to choose a minimum of 2 courses and a maximum of 3 each worth 1-2 credits.
Program details: Click here
30 Sep – 18 Oct 2019
Tuition (insurance included): 163,000 JPY (2 courses), 183,000 JPY (3 courses)Optional housing: see accommodation section
SOUTH KOREA
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Korea University
KU International Winter Campus
Seoul, South Korea
27 Dec 2019 – 16 Jan 2020 (3 weeks)
27 Dec 2019 - 22 Jan 2020 (3 weeks + 1 week culture program)
Communication and MediaBusiness and EconomicsKorean Studies and LanguageScience and MathSocial Studies
Korea University International Winter Campus (KU IWC) provides an excellent opportunity for students to learn about Korea through academic and cultural immersion during the winter months. Students can take either 3-week or 4-week program.
In the 3-week program, students can take up to 2 courses each worth 3 credits. A one-week culture schedule (not-for-credit) is designed for 3-week program students who wish to extend their stay in Korea and participate exclusive one-day Korean culture seminars and various activities.
Program details: Click here
26 Aug – 22 Nov 2019
* 100,000KRW will be discounted for those who complete online application by Early Registration Deadline (i.e. 31 Oct 2019)
Application fee: 100,000 KRWTuition: 1,600,000 KRW (1 course, 3 credits) / 2,800,000 KRW (2 courses, 6 credits), 500,000 KRW (optional extra 1-week)Optional housing: 462,000-1,015,000 KRW
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Yonsei University
Winter Abroad at Yonsei
Seoul, South Korea
Session 1: 27 Dec 2019 – 17 Jan 2020 (3 weeks)
Session 2: 20 Jan 2020 - 4 Feb 2020 (2 weeks)
General StudiesKorean StudiesKorean Language
Management & Economics
Social Sciences
Winter Abroad at Yonsei is composed of two separate sessions. Session 1 will be comprised of various major courses and Korean language course. Session 2 will be comprised of Korean language courses provided by Korean Language Institute and Special lecture (Learning Korean with K-pop, K-drama) hosted by the Office of International Affairs. Yonsei University offers this unique Session 1 (3-week) and Session 2 (2-week) at its main Sinchon campus in Seoul for international students who would like to enjoy the winter in Seoul.
During the weekends, students can enjoy Korean winter activities. It is an excellent opportunity for students to catch up on their academic studies, meet professors in an intimate setting, and enjoy the companionship of students from all over the world.
Program details: Click here
2 Sep – 15 Nov 2019
Application fee: 100,000 KRW (HKUST students will receive discount for application fee)Tuition:
Session 1: 1,600,000 KRW (1 course, 3 credits), 2,800,000 (2 courses, 6 credits)
Session 2: 1,600,000 KRW (3 credits)Housing: 476,000 - 805,000 KRW
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