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Munich, Germany

Munich International Summer University - MISU

Run by MISU@LMU · Established 1998

Ages
18 to 80

Summary

MISU summer and winter academies are exclusive courses or short-term research programs that cover the whole rangeof the natural sciences, social sciences, economics, and the humanities and are a truly international experience.

All summer and winter academies are conducted in English by distinguished faculty who are committed to excellence in research and teaching – a fantastic opportunity for you to grow as a future academic or professional.

The courses last between two and ten weeks, with intensive teaching in small groups to optimize your engagement with the subject.

Learning in class is usually combined with a range of independent study activities and completing assignments which deepen your knowledge of the subject and foster your ability to work in a self-motivated way.

The summer and winter academies are complemented by a cultural program designed to be enriching as well as great fun. A few of these courses may also include some German language instruction.

Camp highlights

  • Study short-term at one of Germany's most excellent universities
  • Widen you international network with peers and lecturers
  • Profit from a interdisciplinary learning environment
  • Gain ECTS credits towards your degree
  • Explore a different country and strengthen your intercultural skills

What the price covers

Included in your stay

  • Tuition
  • Course materials
  • Certificate of completion
  • Activities programme
  • Excursions

Costs extra

  • Accommodation
Full inclusion details
  • Tuition and course materials
  • Eduroam Access
  • Different extracurricular activities and excursions
  • Assistance by friendly staff on-site

Programme and activities

What you’ll do

  • Excursions

MISU programs open the door to a wealth of experiences far beyond the solely academic. Our social activities provide a perfect setting for you to explore Germany, learn about our culture, meet and mingle with other students from all over the world.

Our summer schools always include a guided city tour through Munich and a day-trip to world famous castle Neuschwanstein. Depending on the individual program, they can also include visits to different institution and companies, the cities of Nuremberg or Salzburg, or an evening visit of the opera.

Academics

MISU offers around 15 different summer and winter schools each year, covering a wide range of academic fields. They include business and econimics, law, political and life sciences as well as a German language course for all levels.

All course and taught on the premises of LMU Munich and usually by LMU's own doctoral candidates or post-docs as well als experienced language lecturers. Almost all courses offer ECTS credits as well as graded certificates after successfull completion of the program.

Who the camp is for

English neededFluent English needed
Taught inEnglish and German
Nationalities12
Staff also speakEnglish and German
Every year, students from approx. 70-80 nations join MISU

Accommodation and meals

For most winter and summer schools, MISU offers accommodation (bookabke in addidion). Depending on the specific program, they range from hotel double rooms to double rooms and singel appartments in various student residences across Munich.

Location and travel

CampusLudwig-Maximilians-Universität München
TransfersNot offered
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Booking and cancellation

Cancellation

All cancellation rules can be found on our individual program websites.

More about MISU@LMU

Every year, more than 750 students from no less than 80 countries make MISU a truly international experience - explore Munich and deepen your academic knowledge!
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