- Copenhagen, Denmark
This program offers an immersive exploration of modern and contemporary architecture across Europe. Students will travel through three major cities- Copenhagen, Zurich, and Basel- visiting fifty landmark buildings spanning the past 125 years. A key component of this program is on-site sketching: no prior drawing experience is necessary, only a willingness to observe, reflect, and sketch openly.
Sponsored by UT School of Architecture
Course(s)
- ARC 386M / ARC 327R - MODERN AND EMERGENT EUROPEAN ARCHITECTURE
Academic Information
Students earn 3 hours of in-residence credit upon successful completion. Summer Abroad courses qualify for discounted tuition rate. Courses must be a grade and are factored into the official UT GPA.
Faculty
The faculty leading the program are Elizabeth Danze a professor in the School of Architecture, where she holds the Bartlett Cocke Regents Professorship in Architecture and John Blood teaches a comprehensive view of design creating a cross-disciplinary conversation.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Eligibility
- Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance
- Recommended minimum 2.8 GPA.
- Program open to undergraduate and graduate students
- Open to all UT students in good academic and disciplinary standing
Service Learning/Internship
- Service Learning - No
- Internship - No
Open To
Students from all colleges and schools
Program Cost
*PROGRAM COSTS MAY INCREASE FOR 2026* $500 non-refundable deposit. Fee includes program activities, housing, and local transportation. NOT Included: Airfare, most meals, $500 in-state tuition, and $95 overseas insurance.
Dates:
- Program: May 11, 2026 to June 2, 2026
- Instructional: May 11, 2026 to June 1, 2026
- Final Deadline: November 1, 2025
Application Code
355178
Program Coordinator
Briana Gina Arenas
Additional Resources
Scholarships
Financial Aid
Frequently Asked Questions
Fin Responsibility Policy
Events Calendar
Information Session
Next Step
Plan to attend info session in Fall 2025! Info sessions: September 24, 12:00-1:00pm ZOOM, October 16 5:00pm ZOOM, October 20 5:00pm West Mall Building WMB 5.112. Click "Information Session" link above for ZOOM link. Please email Katelyn Catino at Katelyn.Catino@austin.utexas.edu