Comillas Universidad Pontificia Winter School 2026

Want a short burst of international experience relevant to your degree? Looking for something to do on your break that is part of your subject? Take a look at this program.

Winter School Focus: Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Applications are now open for the Comillas Global Winter School 2026, located in the vibrant heart of Madrid, Spain!

The Universidad Pontificia Comillas, founded over one hundred years ago by the Society of Jesus (the Jesuits), is one of the most prestigious private universities in Spain. Backed by a rich humanistic and educational tradition, the University is located in the heart of Madrid, close to museums, theaters, cultural centers, and parks.

Programme Highlights

  • Classes taught in English
  • 7,5 ECTS course certificate upon successful completion of the
    programme
  • Social, cultural and networking activities.
  • Cultural and site visits for an immersive international experience

Please refer to the Comillas Global Winter School 2026  brochure  for more details.  Register your attendance here.

Program itinerary

Program overview

Tuition is free for Charles Sturt University students.

  • Lunch and coffee during breaks are included
  • Official diploma and transcript
  • Cultural and site visits for an immersive international experience
  • Accommodation packages available

Cost: Tuition is free for Charles Sturt University students.

For further details see the financial information tab.

Dates: 8 Jan 2026 - 23 Jan 2026

Application dates:  To be confirmed

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What's next?

If you have any questions be sure to reach out to the Global team for answers.

Academic Recognition

Please ensure you discuss any program you would like to participate in with your Course Director.  Academic recognition may be available to you upon successful completion of the program with prior approval from your Course Director.

For reference 7.5 ECTS is generally accepted to be the equivalent of 8 credit points at Charles Sturt University.

Financial Information

Program cost

Tuition is free for Charles Sturt University students.

Additional details

Funding

Students may be eligible to apply for:

  • Vice-Chancellor Travel Grant of $400.
  • OS-HELP may also be available to eligible students

Please check our funding page for more details

Program costs include

The course price includes:

  • Enrollment and course materials
  • Diploma awarded by the Pontifical University of Comillas
  • Transcript of grades
  • University services

Program costs exclude

  • Accommodation  - packages are available through Comillas at an additional cost
  • Flights to and from your the program host country
  • Meals
  • Visas
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Charles Sturt subject fees

Pre-departure

All participants will be required to complete mandatory pre-departure requirements. This includes the provision and completion of the following:

  • Flight Itinerary*:  submit a copy of your E-ticket .
  • Travel Insurance*:  ensure you have the appropriate medical and travel insurance from the day you leave Australia until the day you return.  You must submit a copy of your certificate of insurance and your Product Disclosure Statement (PDS). At a minimum your insurance must include:
    • Medical Expenses $500,000
    • Repatriation Expenses $15,000
    • Personal Liability $1,000,000
    • 24hr Emergency Assistance Included
  • COVID 19 cover
  • Passport:  submit a copy of the photo page of your passport
  • Pre-departure modules: You will be registered for online pre-departure training once we approve your application
  • Registration with World Travel Assist: The app provides immediate access to 24-hour emergency medical assistance (in the event that your own insurer is unavailable), security alerts and detailed country reports.
  • Student Declaration form: This will be provided with your acceptance email.

In addition to the above requirements your provider may host a number of online predeparture meetings that you will be expected to attend.

Learning about so many different cultures and meeting such a different group of people is something you can’t experience in classrooms here. Everyone was there for the same reasons; a love of learning, love of travel and curiosity. These things bound us all together.

Michael Jago, Program Participant

Enquiries

Further enquiries regarding the application process should be directed to:

Charles Sturt Global

Charles Sturt University Learning Abroad and Exchange Office
Charles Sturt University
Phone: +61 2 6338 4021
Email: csuglobal@csu.edu.au

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