Freie Universität Berlin - Summer Program
City: Berlin Country: Germany
Freie Universität Berlin Website
Overview
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FUBiS is an intensive academic program through which students can earn credits that may count towards their degrees at their home institutions. Sessions run for 4 to 6 weeks.
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Offers intensive and semi-intensive German language classes at up to five proficiency levels.
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Includes subject classes on various topics, most taught in English by distinguished German and international faculty.
When Can I Go?
Program Dates:
Term II: TBD
Term III: TBD
For reference: Sessions typically run 4–6 weeks in the summer.
Term Offered: Summer
U of A Application Status: Closed
Deadline: TBD
Partner Application Deadline: TBD
Eligibility Requirements
Open to: All Faculties
Level: Undergraduate, Graduate
GPA: [Insert if required]
Language of Instruction: English, German
See Eligibility.
Fees & Costs
Nomination Fee: $250 CAD
Program Fee: See FUBiS website for detailed breakdown
PROGRAM TOTAL: TBD
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Fees are subject to change without notice.
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Students are responsible for their own travel to Berlin and additional costs, including:
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Medical coverage
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Books and supplies
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Food, entertainment, and incidental expenses
Program Information
Language of Instruction: English, German
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Intensive and semi-intensive German language classes at five proficiency levels.
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Subject courses on a variety of topics taught in English.
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A variety of excursions included to enhance cultural immersion.
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Note: ECTS credits are typically divided in half when transferring back to UAlberta (e.g., 6 ECTS = 3 UAlberta credits).
Freie Universität Berlin Credit Information
Housing
FUBiS arranges off-campus accommodation for the duration of the program, available to select during registration (subject to availability). Options include:
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Single room in shared apartments at student dorms
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Single-occupancy apartments
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Hostels
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Homestays
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Campus hotel
Amenities and costs vary by accommodation type.
Program Contact
Funding Opportunities
Students receive on average between $1,400-$2,000 in funding.
Over 80% of students who apply get funding.