International Winter University (IWU)
"Scientific Challenges in the Global Village"
Preliminary 2026 dates:
Arrival Day: Saturday, January 10, 2026
Departure Day: Saturday, January 24, 2026
- 2-week short term program
- One week of German language, one week of introductory class to the fields of biology and molecular biology (lectures and lab)
- Up to 6 ECTS credits
- Knowledge of German not required; language of instruction is English
- One weekend trip
Today’s world is characterized by major challenges to humans and our natural world, from climate change to the development of antibiotic-resistant pathogens. While these problems are visible on the global level, it is at the microscopic level that we need to understand them. Participants will receive an introduction to the fields of biology and molecular biology with lectures and hands-on laboratory experience. The biology courses are developed to adapt to the student’s level of experience, including those not necessarily pursuing a degree in the life sciences but with a strong curiosity for interdisciplinary connections.
Registration will open in August 2025.
