May to June 2027 (7 weeks)
Exact dates to be confirmed
2027 will mark the University of Toronto's second year administering the Canadian Summer School in Germany (CSSG) program. The CSSG program has been running for 52 years (since 1973). This program offers a unique opportunity for students to fully immerse themselves in the German culture and language.
The courses are University of Toronto full-year (1.0) degree courses taught by Canadian faculty in kassel, Germany. In 2026, the Germany: Kassel CSSG program will be offering intermediate language courses.
Visiting / Non-degree students
For students who are participating from universities other than U of T, you will receive a U of T degree credit which you may transfer back to your home university. You will be attending a Canadian University program in Germany.
After receiving the Letter of Permission from your home university (e.g. University of Calgary, University of Alberta), you will be registered by the U of T Summer Abroad office as a non-degree student at the University of Toronto.
City of Kassel
Kassel located in Northern Hesse in Central Germany and it's known for it's rich cultural heritage, expansive green spaces and vibrant art scene. It is Germany's 4th greenest city and home to the World's first permanent theater building. As you approach Kassel, the iconic Herkules Monumnet can be seen from miles away. Visitors can wonder through the Wilhelmshöhe Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and enjoy the picturesque18th century garden. Kassel is also home to Grimmwelt Kaseel Museum, which narrates the life story of the fairytale forefathers Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm.
Questions? Email: CSSG.abroad.wdw@utoronto.ca or book a virtual appointment.
Kassel Summer Abroad: Highlights and Testimonials
Learn more about the Germany: Kassel Summer Abroad Program through videos, past events and articles.
"The program combined classroom learning with experiences I could never have gained from a textbook..." - Yuan, 2026 CSSG Kassel Summer Abroad participant