Summer School
Have you ever considered the vital role that water plays in shaping cities and societies? Berlin, a city defined by its rivers, canals, and lakes, provides the perfect setting to explore the dynamic relationship between water and urban life. This is your opportunity to delve into one of the most pressing socio-urban issues of our time and contribute to innovative solutions for the future.
This summer, 2025, at Berlin International, we are continuing our journey of discovery with the BI Summer School. Over two exciting weeks, participants will collaborate with experts in urban studies, environmental science, and design to analyze and reimagine Berlin’s water systems. Water is the foundation of civilization—yet, in many contemporary urban environments, its importance is often overlooked or exploited. Through this program, we will explore its ecological, infrastructural, and cultural significance while identifying new ways to manage and sustain this invaluable resource.
Summer 2025 - “On Water”
The second BI Summer School focuses on topics related to "Water" to study and document the city of Berlin. Water historically is the reason why most cities and civilizations exist/thrive yet its importance is often neglected or deliberately undermined.
"On Water" alludes to the systems that connect different parts of the city and structure the intricate ebbs and flows of people, culture, and commerce animating the urban spaces that we inhabit. This topic puts forth the critical role that ecology and natural resources play in our cities. "Water" is essential and finite, amorphous yet heavily controlled.
This opportunity is unique! In this two-week program in July 2025, together we will investigate the role of "Water" in Berlin and unravel its potential to shape the future of other cities.
Key Information
- When: Summer 2025 - July 18 to August 2, Mondays to Saturdays from 09:00 to 17:00
- Where: BI Campus - Salzufer 6, 10587 Berlin
- Language: English
- Target: Open to all university students and recent graduates in architecture and other related disciplines. Young professionals with an appropriate background and a maximum of 3 years of experience in architecture and other related fields are also welcome.
Apply to BI Summer School
The next BI Summer School will take place in Summer 2025, between July 18th and August 2nd.
Applications will be accepted from December 1st to May 31st.
You will complete your application electronically through our online application portal. You will enter your personal details, and finally upload the required documents. These are:
- Passport
- Photo
- Proof of Academic Status
- Current Students: Academic Enrolment Certificate
- Recent Graduates: Official Academic Certificate/Diploma
- Young Professionals: Official Academic Certificate/Diploma
- Work Sample/Portfolio (PDF, 10MB max.)
The process will be as follows:
1. Step: Submission of Application
2. Step: Interview
3. Step: Payment
4. Step: Confirmation of Place
Depending on when the payment will be made, the following fees apply.
- Early Bird: Until April 15 - 600 EUR
- Normal Ticket: Until May 31 - 700 EUR
Your offer letter contains the fee to be paid in order to confirm and secure your seat. This fee covers the total cost of the BI Summer School 2025.
For information on the visa requirements, please contact the German consulate in your country of citizenship. A list of consulates per country can be found here.
General information on applying for a visa for the purpose of studying can be found here.
The conditions can vary significantly between countries and even individuals, so it’s always better to go directly to the responsible authority for the most accurate, up-to-date information.
Berlin International is not covering any assistance in visa matters.
