International Summer School

A University of Ottawa Faculty of Social Sciences International Summer School offering intensive 2–3 week courses for university students with hands-on learning and fieldwork components. Courses count for six undergraduate credits or three master’s credits and include pre-departure activities and in-person sessions during summer 2026. Specific 2026 offerings include a multispecies justice field study in the Gatineau–Ottawa region (July 13–31, 2026) and a Polarization course run jointly with partner universities (August 8–22, 2026). Participation culminates in collective projects and guest lectures from partner institutions.

Course credit (6 undergraduate credits or 3 master’s credits), fieldwork, guest lectures and a collective final project.

Open to all university students at the undergraduate and master’s levels; doctoral students are not eligible.

Complete the Admission request form linked on the Faculty of Social Sciences summer school page and consult the Course Coordinator for fit and scheduling.