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Cuba is a land of indescribable charm. It is one of the world’s most musically diversified countries. Cuba’s beaches are well-known for a reason: they are uncrowded, lush with tropical beauty, and diverse. Gain international experience, boost your career and dive deep into Cuba’s culture in the mind-blowing study abroad program of Cienfuegos University! Your dream semester in Cuba is closer than you think – apply today and get accepted to study in Cuba as quickly as in a day!
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Please note that the course selections are made on a first-come-first-serve basis!
*) dates still tentative
Studying at Cienfuegos University in Cuba offers you the unique chance to explore Cuba and to study in a tailormade program for study abroad students, fully taught in English and based on the curriculum of Cienfuegos University. The University presents a teaching method that demands the student’s active participation in their own learning and development process. Learning about the Cuban Culture plays and important role as well.
AUTUMN 2023 | |
Semester dates | August 28th – December 15th |
Orientation | August 28th |
Application deadline | June 26th, 2023 |
SPRING 2024* | |
Semester dates | January 29th – May 20th |
Orientation | January 29th |
Application deadline | November 30th, 2023 |
AUTUMN 2024* | |
Semester dates | August 26th – December 15th |
Orientation | August 28th |
Application deadline | June 26th, 2024 |
SPRING 2025* | |
Semester dates | January 27th – May 20th |
Orientation | January 27th |
Application deadline | November 30th, 2024 |
You may apply for semesters in the upcoming years already.
*) Dates still tentative
Course descriptions are available for each course under ‘Syllabi´next to the Faculty
Courses will be selected during the first days of your semester.
In addition to the courses mentioned above, you have the chance to attend additional distance learning courses in the fields of Economics, Marketing, Sociology, and Politics. All the courses are taught from a distance and can be joined independently from place and time. This gives you the ultimate flexibility to combine your study abroad experience with various academic courses.
All information about the eCampus can be found here.
You have the chance to opt for distance learning courses during your application process. Please note that each distance learning course is worth 5 ECTS and comes at an additional charge of 149€ / 167USD.
After completing your eCampus courses, you will receive an academic transcript issued by Undiknas University. Additionally, you will receive a participation certificate for each completed distance learning course.
Tuition fee: 1,990 EUR
Application fee: 75 EUR.
See what’s included in the fees.
Are you from outside of Europe? Find out more about the fees.
Please note that our study program is a free mover program and that our students are not studying under the Erasmus program.
Cienfuegos University grants credits in local credit points. Each credit point equals 16 credit hours. You may choose between up to 6 courses, which amount a total to 18–30 ECTS.
DOCUMENTS
Get the required documents (see list below)
APPLICATION
Fill out and submit the online application form together with the required documents
CONFIRMATION
You’ll get a confirmation of your study placement within one week, at best as quickly as in one day.
You will get a confirmation of your study placement in 1-7 days, starting from the day your application is complete with all the required documents.
The application fee invoice will be sent to you soon after the initial acceptance letter. This fee will be due within 10 days of receiving your confirmation. The application fee is non-refundable even if you decide to cancel (see below).
If you’re unable to participate in the study abroad semester, you have the right to cancel your participation up to 1 month before the semester starts with no extra cost (the application fee will not be refunded, however). Let us know about your cancellation by writing us an email at info[at]asiaexchange.org. Cancellations notified via phone, SMS or by any other means will not be considered. For more detailed information on our cancellation policy, please see terms and conditions for cancellation. We also reserve the right to cancel your participation if any of your fees becomes overdue. For more information, please see our terms and conditions.
You are required to have a valid accident and health insurance from your home country for the whole duration of the program. The university may request a copy of the insurance certificate in the beginning of the semester. See our recommended travel insurance providers.
Cienfuegos University is located in the mind-blowing city of Cienfuegos, also known as La Perla del Sur (The Pearl of the South). Those who choose to study in Cuba at this university have the opportunity to combine fantastic education with the beautiful tropical beaches found on the island’s southern coast. Founded in 1970, the Universidad de Cienfuegos Carlos Rafael Rodríguez currently ranks within Latin America’s top 300 universities.
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