Winter School in Bali
Apply to our winter school in Bali - Escape the winter and earn credits in a tropical paradise
Join the 2-4 week Warmadewa International Winter Exchange Program
Apply to the winter school in Bali and escape the cold winter by studying on the world-famous holiday island! Earn up to 12 ECTS or 7 US credits in just a few weeks, discover the captivating culture, community and nature of Bali and enjoy the endless activities the island has to offer. Apply easily and securely and get accepted as quickly as in a day.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
TIME & DURATION
December - January (2-4 weeks)
Max. Credits
12 ECTS /
7 US credits
Program Content
Lectures,
workshops and
excursions
Levels of study
Bachelor and Gap year
Fees
Study Fields
Indonesian language and culture, tourism, business and entrepreneurship
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: Save 100 Euros / 100 USD on Autumn 2024 semester tuition until December 31st
Warmadewa University
Best private university in bali
#1
Destination for
our students
Top 5%
Best University in Indonesia
Fully accredited programs
SEMESTER DATES
WINTER 2023
- Semester dates
-
Module 1: December 11th, 2023 – December 22nd, 2023
Module 2: December 27th, 2023 - January 10th, 2024 - Orientation
- December 11th, 2023
- Application deadline
- November 30th, 2023
- Holiday
- TBA
WINTER 2024
- Semester dates
-
Module 1: December 16th, 2024 - December 27th, 2024
Module 2: December 30th, 2024 - January 12th, 2025 - Orientation
- December 16th, 2024
- Application deadline
- November 30th, 2024
- Holiday
- TBA
WINTER 2025*
- Semester dates
-
Module 1: December 15th, 2025 - December 26th, 2025
Module 2: December 29th, 2025 - January 11th, 2026 - Orientation
- December 15th, 2025
- Application deadline
- November 30th, 2025
- Holiday
- TBA
WINTER 2026*
- Semester dates
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Module 1: December 14th, 2026 - December 25th, 2026
Module 2: December 28th, 2026 - January 10th, 2027 - Orientation
- December 14th, 2026
- Application deadline
- November 30th, 2026
- Holiday
- TBA
Semester dates are still tentative!
Program Highlights
Familiarize yourself with Indonesia’s society and culture, its modern challenges and intriguing past
Earn up to 12 ECTS/ 7 US credits within only a few weeks
Escape the winter and explore the famous paradise island Bali
Meet people from all over the world and build an international network
Improve your English, learn the basics of Bahasa Indonesia and develop your intercultural communication skills
Get supported throughout the semester by our dedicated on-site team
Studying in the Warmadewa International Winter Exchange Program
Warmadewa International Winter Exchange introduces you to the Indonesian language, culture, tourism, and business. You won’t be just sitting in the classroom either, but will also get to take part in interesting excursions and workshops. You’ll also have plenty of time to discover and enjoy the many free-time activities that Bali offers.
The winter school in Bali is for you if the following applies:
- You’re a university student, high school graduate, high school student, and gap year student with a minimum of 18 years of age
- You’re interested in Indonesia and South-East Asia
- You want to study abroad in a unique and exotic environment but don’t have time for a full semester
- You want to expand your knowledge with a variety of topics
- You want to get to know people from all over the world and improve your English
The winter school program consists of two 2-week modules. You can apply for either of the 2-week modules or the full 4-week program. The courses with a B in the course code are Bachelor level and the courses with an M in the course code are Master level. You can choose up to two (2) courses if you apply for the 2-week program (only from one of the modules) or up to four (4) courses from both modules if you apply for the 4-week program.
Module 1
- Indonesian Language and Culture WIWE41B01 (Syllabus)
- Tourism Development in ASEAN WIWE41B02 (Syllabus)
Module 2
- International Business and Marketing WIWE33B03 (Syllabus)
- Entrepreneurship and Business Management WIWE33M01 (Syllabus)
Attendance policy
You are required to complete all the courses you select. There is a 75 % attendance policy in the courses. This includes the workshops and excursions, which are mandatory.
Credit credits are granted in ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System) points and US credits. Each of the courses is worth 3 ECTS / ca. 2 US credits. Therefore, you’ll earn up to 12 ECTS or 7 US credits (2-week program) during your studies in Bali. Click here to find out more about study credits.
The Warmadewa International Winter Exchange program.
Many of our students apply for national student funding such as PROMOS, BAföG, or CSN.
Are you from North/South America & Oceania? Find out more about the fees.
To apply to Winter School in Bali, you need to have at least
- a minimum age of 18 years
- a high school diploma or similar certificate or proof that you are currently a high school student
- sufficient English skills. You’re not required to take an official language test, however.
See the additional requirements.
- An official transcript of records of all your semesters or, if you are not currently enrolled at an institution of higher education, a copy of your high school diploma (or similar document). If you are currently a high school student, you must submit proof of it. Click the link above for an example transcript of records. The format may vary from university to university.
- A copy of the identification page of your passport. Please note that your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after leaving Indonesia. If your passport expires earlier, please apply for a new passport early.
- Signature Page (See an example of a filled out signature page)
- Warmadewa University form
Apply to the Winter School in Bali
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.
- Flexible application: You can apply even if you’re not yet certain of your plans. Cancel at no extra cost up to 1 month before the program starts.
- Get access to comprehensive information materials such as an Asia Exchange Guide after you apply.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Scan all the required attachments to your computer in PDF format.
- Fill out the online application form below and submit it with the required attachments.
Uploading and submitting the attachments
- Please upload the attachments in PDF format.
- If possible, please submit all the attachments together with the application. If you’re missing some attachment(s) when you first apply, you can later send the missing document(s). We won’t process applications without any attachments whatsoever.
- All attachments must be sent to us within 30 days of applying or by the application deadline at the very latest.
- You can submit all the documents electronically. Please don’t send anything via regular mail.
- There is a late application fee for applications or attachments submitted after the application deadline.
Confirmation and official acceptance letter
You’ll get a confirmation of your study placement in 1-7 days, starting from when your application is complete with all the required documents. You’ll receive the official acceptance letter approximately 1 month before the program starts.
Winter School in Bali Fees
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). You’ll receive the invoice for the tuition fee about 2.5 months before the semester starts.
Cancellation
If you’re unable to participate in the program, you have the right to cancel your participation until the due date for the tuition fee payment and receive a full refund (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 the 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.
Travel insurance
You are required to have 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 at the beginning of the program. See our recommended travel insurance providers.
Universitas Warmadewa, abbreviated as UNWAR, is a private university that was founded on 17 July 1984. It is ranked among the best universities in Indonesia. The university has 7 faculties and 19 study programs. Its name was proposed by the Governor of Bali, Ida Bagus Mantra, to honor a former king of Bali, Sri Kesari Warmadewa. The big and modern campus area and its several faculties accommodate students from all around the world. Learn more about Warmadewa University.
Address
Warmadewa University Jalan Terompong No 24 Denpasar 80235 Bali Indonesia
On-campus facilities include tennis courts, a basketball court and a language library. You are more than welcome to participate in different activities such as drama, dance and sports clubs. During the semester, you can teach English and play with children at the children’s home, Seeds of Hope. Exchange students are encouraged to participate in activities with local students, such as jogging events. Students also like to form their own football, tennis and beach volley clubs.
CO2 OFFSETTING
Unfortunately, traveling by plane to study abroad increases the carbon footprint of each student. Over the past years, it has become more apparent than ever: we face a climate crisis and air transport is responsible for up to 10% of humankind’s contribution to global warming. But should students stop pursuing their dreams of studying abroad and sacrifice their future goals? We don’t think so!
We see it as our responsibility to preserve our environment, live a sustainable life, and minimize the carbon footprint of each of our students. Consequently, Asia Exchange has chosen to work with Atmosfair, a non-profit organization that actively contributes to CO₂ mitigation and offers Co2 offsetting. You can now easily donate a free amount of money to Atmosfair’s projects dedicated to offsetting Co2 emissions. During the application process for your study abroad program, you have the opportunity to donate and mitigate your flight emissions.
Simultaneously, Asia Exchange will support your efforts to reduce their carbon footprint when studying abroad by doubling your donations and contributing equally. Let’s make this world a better place!
Click here to find out more about offsetting your flight emissions
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MOST FREQUENT QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Q: What is the maximum number of courses I can take/ ECTS I can earn during the 2-week program?
A: You can take up to two courses and earn a maximum of 6-12 ECTS during the 2-4week program.
Q: What does the weekly schedule look like?
A: The class is from Monday to Friday.
Q: When do the exams take place? A: The exams take place on the 2nd week of the program, on Thursdays.
Q: What’s the dress code at Warmadewa University?
A: You must cover your shoulders, belly, knees and toes whenever on campus. Please bring suitable enough lightweight clothes from home.
Q: Do I need a visa to study at WISE?
A: If you stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days, you can enter the country without a visa. If you wish to stay longer, you can purchase a 30-day Visa on Arrival at the airport in Bali and extend it for another 30 days with the help of the university-appointed visa agent.
Q: Which vaccinations do I need to take?
A: We recommend MMR, Tetanus-diphtheria and hepatitis A and B. You can ask your doctor for possible other recommendations if you wish to travel to more rural areas. Bali is not a malaria-endemic zone, so most likely, you will not need to purchase anti-malaria medication.
Q: Can I bring prescription medicines to Bali?
A: That shouldn’t be a problem if you bring the doctor’s prescription with the medicine. Some medicines can be very hard or impossible to find in Bali, even though there are plenty of pharmacies in the more touristy areas of Bali.
Q: How are the hospitals in Bali?
A: There are many international standard hospitals in Bali, for example, BIMC, Siloam and Kasih Ibu. Please ask your insurance company for their partner hospital in Bali, as most insurances have one they prefer. With minor worries, you can usually visit the local clinics that can be found everywhere.
Q: Do I need to have travel insurance?
A: You are required to have valid accident and health insurance for the whole duration of the study abroad program. The university may request a copy of the insurance certificate at the beginning of the semester. Additional information and recommended insurance packages.
Q: What kind of costs should I be prepared for?
A: In addition to tuition fees, you should be prepared to pay for the visa if needed, flights, accommodation and other living costs. There are no book fees for the Warmadewa International Winter Exchange, as most of the study materials will be uploaded to a student folder in Google Drive. The cost of living is relatively low in Bali. The actual costs depend on your individual lifestyle. Find a list of general living costs here. Read more about budgeting.
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