International Summer School - Bordeaux Montaigne University v1.2

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International Summer School

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Take part in Bordeaux Montaigne University International Summer School

From June 22 to July 3, 2026

During two weeks, Bordeaux Montaigne University offers an exciting opportunity for students to participate in a global summer programme with courses in a French university while discovering the beautiful city of Bordeaux and its surroundings. This is a chance to boost your academic background and develop your own international network of students from different countries.

This short-term program mixes 16h of English-taught academic courses, led by Bordeaux Montaigne University teachers and professors, on several topics: linguistics, French culture, History, Geography, Gender and Humanities. In addition, 10h of French language courses for all levels will be added to these courses. At the end, students will be awarded 3 ECTS credits (subject to attendance).

A field trip, several cultural and social activities such as a wine tasting or culinary class, an intercultural workshop, visits to
museums, activities with local students and a sport session will complete this intensive and fulfilling program.

How to apply?

You can directly apply by completing this online form: https://montaigne.moveonfr.com/form/69a754013403124c1c105f5c/eng 

Please note that your application will be considered after completing and submitting all the required documents. Once you successfully complete your application, a link will be sent to you for proceeding with the payment. Please note that you will officially be registered as a participant once the payment is received.

Application deadline: April 5, 2026

Programme fees

Different fees apply depending on whether you are studying in a partner university or not. If you are not sure, you can contact us or get in touch directly with the International Office at your university. The participation fees that apply are as follows:

 Students coming from a partner university

1,700 EUR

 Students coming from a non-partner university

2,200 EUR 

The fees include:

  • The participation to academic and language courses for two weeks
  • The course material
  • The accommodation for 13 nights (from June 21 to July 4, 2026)
  • Lunch at the university cafeteria (only lunch during week-days, not weekend nor dinner)
  • The welcome and farewell ceremonies
  • All the visits and entrances to museums and activities planned in the programme
  • A field-trip to the Arcachon Bay
  • An unlimited 2-week transport ticket in Bordeaux and its surroundings area (bus, tram, boat, within the TBM network)

Deadline for payment: April 12, 2026

Should you have any inquiry, do not hesitate to contact us at intl-events @ u-bordeaux-montaigne.fr

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Practical information

  1. You can find the syllabus and the details of all courses here.

  2. The International Summer School includes several activities, including visits and cultural workshops:

    • Musée d'Aquitaine (history and art museum)
    • intercultural workshop
    • culinary or wine-tasting workshop
    • field trip to the Arcachon Bay.

     

    Antoher visit to an art exhibition or museum may be added depending on the schedule.  

  3. The academic programme is composed of 8 courses taught in English, for a total of 16h (2h each) and 10h of French language courses. You can have a look at the previsional programme here:

  4. The type of visa will vary depending on your situation. You can check here what type of visa you should apply to. 

    At the end of the short questionnaire, there will be a list of all the documents you need to provide to complete your visa application. After reception of the payment, an official invitation letter and the proof of stay will be sent. These two documents will be needed to support your visa application.

    Please note that you have to apply for a visa by yourself. We do not ask for any document on our side.

  5. The refund policy is as follows:

    • In case of visa rejection, the total amount will be refunded. You will have to notice us at least 21 days before the start of the programme and the official visa rejection notification will be asked to prove your situation.
    • If you notice us 21 working days or less before the official start of the program, we will only be able to refund the activities/visits and the courses (total amount less the accommodation costs). We will not be able to refund the accommodation costs as they are already paid for it in advance and no refund is provided by the accommodation provider in case of cancellation of participants.
    • In case of cancellation or withdrawal for personal reasons, a total refund is granted if noticed at least 21 days before the start of the programme. After that, the accommodation fees will not be reimbursed.
    • If you arrive after the start date of the program and you miss some classes or activities, there will be no refund.
    • No refund in case of no show.

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