Technical University of Berlin Summer University
Join students from 60 countries around the world and take part in the unique, hands-on academic program at the TU Berlin Summer University.
TU Berlin offers a two-week course (Term 2) taught in English and participants can earn European Credit Points (ECTS) for their studies. TU Berlin is centrally located in the district of Charlottenburg in the heart of City West. Since Berlin’s public transport system is known to be one of the best in the world, the main campus can be easily reached from every corner of the city.
Fields of study
- Computer Engineering
- German Language
- Information Technology
Term 2 Course List
Integrated Construction Projects - Better together!
Competitive Programming Games
Python for Data Analysis and Visualization
Collaborative Design and Development with Arduino
Metal 3-D printing-basics, design and sustainability aspects
German Language
Modeling Smart Transportation Systems
UQ Students are able to choose courses from the TU Berlin Summer University On-Campus: Term 2. More information regarding specific courses available can be found on the TU Berlin Summer University website.
Credit Equivalent
3 ECTS = 2 UQ Units. Maximum of 2 UQ units after successful completion of 3 ECTS (pending UQ faculty approval).
Visa Information
It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct visa for the country where you will be studying. As the Global Experiences team is not a visa-issuing authority we cannot provide visa advice.
Please review the host university webpage for visa and immigration information.
Eligibility and application
All applicants must meet the standard UQ Student Eligibility Criteria and any additional eligibility criteria set by TU Berlin.
If you are intending to undertake your experience for-credit, it is strongly recommended that you submit your application to IGET at least 4 weeks before applying to the host to allow sufficient time for Faculty to complete the credit assessment. Please note however that it is your responsibility to meet the host application deadline.
Costs
The participation mode of this experience is Study Abroad. Program tuition varies per course and is approximately $1190 (German course) to $1840 AUD, and includes field trips and a cultural program. Detailed information regarding fees and inclusions can be found on the TU Berlin website.
Accommodation
Accommodation is available at an additional cost. For more information regarding accommodation, please see the host university website.
Funding
Internships and Global Experiences Grants
When you submit your application for an experience, you are automatically considered for funding that is relevant to your nominated experience. Please refer to the Short-Term Experiences Funding page for details.
OS-HELP Loan
You may also be eligible to submit an application for an OS-HELP loan if your program is for-credit and you are enrolled as a Commonwealth-supported student.
Student Testimonials
Mikayla - Technical University of Berlin
Bachelor of Mathematics and Computer Science, Winter 2023
I loved the fast-paced learning environment offered new content every few hours, and the assignments were much more manageable given the short timeframe.
Key Dates
Application Deadlines
UQ: 14 April 2026
Host: 5 June 2026
Program Dates
Term 2
Start: 6 July 2026
End: 17 July 2026
Fast Facts
Type: Study
Mode: Study abroad
Location: Berlin, Germany
Credit: For-credit or not-for-credit
Cohort: Undergraduate and postgraduate*
*Postgraduates may participate in this program not-for-credit only
Global Experiences Information Sessions
Students are encouraged to register and attend an information session to receive more details on the short-term application process, eligibility criteria, funding etc.