Tecnológico de Monterrey iSummer MX
The Tecnológico de Monterrey iSummer MX program provides students the wonderful opportunity to learn in a unique and innovative way, through high-class and dynamic sessions, hands-on activities and vivid cultural experiences throughout Mexico.
The program also offers the chance to explore Mexico, allowing students to travel, live and study in different parts of the country.
Fields of study
- Anthropology
- Economics
- International Business
- Latin Music
- Marketing
- Mexican Culture
- Sociology
More information regarding specific programs available can be found on the 'courses' tab. You can contact Tec de Monterrey for specific information on your program of interest and to request a copy of the course syllabus.
Credit equivalent
3 Credits = 2 UQ Units. Maximum of 4 UQ Units if 6 credits are successfully completed (pending UQ faculty approval). Students are required to participate in both courses offered in a program.
Students will need to provide a full course syllabus in their Global Experiences application to apply for credit. Please contact Tec de Monterrey to request a copy of the course syllabus.
Visa Information
It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct visa for the country where you will be studying. As the Global Experience team is not a visa-issuing authority we cannot provide visa advice.
Contact the Embassy of Mexico for visa and immigration information.
Eligibility and application
All applicants must meet the UQ short-term experience eligibility criteria and the Tecnologico de Monterrey entry requirements.
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.
Porgram List
UQ Students can choose to participate in one of the following programs:
Global Business
- Start date: 26 June 2023
- End date: 28 July 2023
- Campuses: Mexico City, Puebla, Queretaro, Monterrey
Regional Economics
- Start date: 26 June 2023
- End date: 28 July 2023
- Campuses: Mexico City, Puebla, Queretaro, Guadalajara
Mexican Cultural Heritage and Social Challenges
- Start date: 26 June 2023
- End date: 28 July 2023
- Campuses: Mexico City, Puebla, Queretaro, Guadalajara
Migration Upclose
- Start date: 26 June 2023
- End date: 28 July 2023
- Campuses: Mexico City, Puebla, Queretaro, Chiapas
Latin Music Appreciation, Business and Creation
- Start date: 26 June 2023
- End date: 28 July 2023
- Campuses: Mexico City, Puebla, Queretaro, Guadalajara
More information regarding specific courses available can be found on the host university website.
Costs
The participation mode of this experience is Study Abroad. The program fee is approximately $6,300 AUD, and includes tuition, accommodation, transportation between cities and some meals.
More information regarding specific program fees can be found on each individual program page (see 'Courses' tab for more information).
Accommodation
Accommodation is included in the program cost. For more information regarding accommodation, please see the individual program page.
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.
Key Dates
Application Deadlines
UQ: 21 April 2023
Host: 12 May 2023
Program Dates
Start: 26 June 2023
End: 28 July 2023*
*For-credit only as dates impact on UQ Semester 2
Fast Facts
Type: Study
Mode: Study abroad
Location: Mexico City, Mexico
Credit: For-credit only
Cohort: Undergraduate
OS-HELP Loan
If you participate in a short-term program 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.
Application Deadlines
15 January for overseas study commencing March to August
15 March for overseas study commencing May to October
15 June for overseas study commencing August to January
15 September for overseas study commencing November to April
Refer to the funding page for more information on eligibility requirements and loan amounts.
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.