Apply Now: VIU Globalization Program Summer Session in Venice – Applications Open!

Dear Undergraduate Students,

We are excited to announce that applications are now open for the Venice International University (VIU) Globalization Program Summer Session! This prestigious program offers a unique opportunity to take part in an intensive academic experience in the beautiful city of Venice, Italy.

Program Details:

Location: Venice International University (VIU), Italy
Dates: August 4-29, 2025 ( Virtual Component: July 1- August 3, 2025)
Course Load: Students can take one course during the program. Each course are worth 6 ECTS.
Course List:

Surviving and Thriving in the Transforming World: The Digital Mindset and Skillset
Kemal Kılıç, Sabancı University
Su2501

Consumption and the Environment: African and Global South Perspectives
Mehita Iqani, Stellenbosch University
Su2502

The Global History of Terrorism and Counterterrorism
Valentine Lomellini, Università degli Studi di Padova
Su2503

A Science-Based Discussion on Current Environmental and Societal Emergencies - A Physicist’s Approach
Dimitri Batani, Université de Bordeaux
Su2504

Tropical Medicine and International Health
Dominic Wiredu Boakye, University of Exeter
Su2505

Gender and the Law
Maji C. Rhee, Waseda University
Su2506

Program Website: VIU Summer Sessions
Administration Fee for VIU: 50€
Accommodation

Application Process:

Students who wish to participate must first apply through our university’s online application system. Selected students will then be nominated to VIU.

Apply to Turnaportal.

Application Deadline:

🗓️ 22.04.2025 @16:00

Selection Criteria:

Candidates will be evaluated based on:

50% Cumulative GPA
50% English Language Proficiency Score

For details of the scoring, please see: https://iro.sabanciuniv.edu/en/outgoing-students/global

Who can Apply:

Undergraduate students
Minimum 2.20 CGPA is required.
Available Quota: 10 students

Important Information:

Summer semester is defined as an optional semester and is not included in the semester calculation.
Students will add the courses they will take through the Learning Agreement system.
If a student requests to add/drop courses, Learning Agreement can be revised.
At the end of the semester, courses and credits will be submitted to SU system with letter grades according to Grade Conversion tables approved by the Academic Council.
Visa, insurance and accommodation expenses -as in the exchange program applications- are covered by the students.

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to study alongside international students and professors in one of Europe’s most inspiring academic and cultural settings!

For any questions, please contact to suoutgoing@sabanciuniv.edu.