About Utrecht University
Established in 1636, Utrecht University (UU) has a long history and is rich in tradition. The history of Utrecht University is reflected in the buildings, gardens and street names across the city. UU is an international research university of the highest quality and the alma mater of many leading names, academics and scientists who have made an important contribution to the quality of society.
About Utrecht Summer School
Utrecht Summer School started in 1987, has now become Europe's largest academic summer school. The program now offers a broad selection of over 200 academic courses in a number of disciplines. HKUST-nominated students will join Utrecht Summer School in in-person mode only and must select from the course lists that are available to HKUST students:
For HKUST nominated exchange (in-person) students:
For HKUST nominated partnership (in-person) students:
- must select courses from this course list: https://www.utrechtsummerschool.nl/courses/partner_discount_courses; and
- must take all course(s) in face-to-face mode with program location in Utrecht, The Netherlands only; and
- must take course(s) to form a study program of at least 4 consecutive weeks' duration; and
- each of the course you take must carry at least 3 ECTS credits.
Students can choose to apply either one, or both "Exchange" and "Partnership" option(s) in your program choices.
Program Date
Earliest course start date is 7 Jul 2025.
* Notes:
- Host Institutions may provide orientation activities for students, with some mandatory, which you should attend. You are required to pay attention to the host institution's arrival information and arrive in time.
- You should only depart after completion of the program (i.e. finishing all final examinations and/or assessments, both compulsory and optional ones).
Fees
| Fees |
Exchange (In-person) |
Partnership (In-person) |
|
Course fee
(including course materials)
|
Waived |
10% off |
| Accommodation |
Please refer to “Housing fee" section for each course |
Eligibility and Application Process
HKUST students must apply through the Office of Global Learning. Individual direct application to the host institution will not be accepted. You are eligible to apply for the program if you:
- will be 18 years old by the commencement of the program; and
- meet the course requirements of the selected courses described on the course pages; and
- fulfill the requirements listed under HKUST Summer Study Abroad Program brochure page.
You may also find the details on application process and selection criteria under HKUST Summer Study Abroad Program brochure page.
Visa Information
To check whether you need a visa to participate in the program in person, you can visit the website of Utrecht Summer School, Government of the Netherlands or contact the nearest Dutch Embassies and Consulates.
Health Insurance
A valid health insurance is compulsory in the Netherlands. Please CLICK HERE to learn more.
HKUST students who take part in the University's study abroad programs will be covered by the University's Travel Insurance Plan. Please CLICK HERE for details.
Accommodation
Utrecht Summer School offers housing for students, please CLICK HERE for more information.
