International Summer University

Academic module: In Transition to a Pure Green Energy Economy

The prospects of an energy system and a whole economy relying solely on renewable energy are the focus of our virtual summer school. The International Summer University Darmstadt brings together technical and business perspectives and focuses especially on three challenges on the way towards a green energy economy:

1. Transforming supply: Technology as driver for real competitive renewable energies.
2. Transforming demand: Smart homes and smart cars for smart people.
3. Transforming business: Strategic impacts for business models.

Planned virtual site visits: information will be updated shortly.
Please find more information on the course content in the module description. 

Please also note that the current program schedule is subject to change. Since we have to accommodate students from different time zones, tutorials are offered multiple times a day, however, participants only have to attend one tutorial per day.

The academic seminar will start at 1pm (Central European Summer Time, UTC +2) every day and is offered only once per day to establish international exchange, group work and network possibilities.

While we cannot welcome you personally in Darmstadt this year, we want to give you the best virtual intercultural experience you can get. We will offer virtual campus and city tours, a virtual treasure hunt and some other virtual social activities.

Application

1. Apply for the International Summer University via MoveOn
2. Fill in all required information and upload the following documents in PDF format during the online application process: CV, copy of your passport or any other official ID, transcript of records, proof of your English language proficiency (if English is not your native language).
3. Important: once you are finished and have submitted your information, a PDF of your application is created. Please sign this document on the last page and send it via email to isu.int@h-da.de

Please note: without sending the signed application form, your application for the virtual International Summer University is not complete and cannot be considered.
As soon as your application is complete, it will be forwarded to the Academic Director. Your will be notified within a few days if you have been accepted into the program.

Programme Fee

Students from partner universities:

• 2 free spots per partner university (you have to be officially nominated by your International Office/Study Abroad Office)
• 100€ for additional participants from partner universities

Students from non-partner universities:

• -    The program fee is 2000 €.

The program fee includes:

• a 2-week online study program (6 ECTS) including online seminar materials, virtual site visits, tutorials, …
• an online cultural/social program
• a surprise goodie box from Darmstadt sent to your home for the winning group of the ISU Darmstadt online treasure hunt