The “NextGen Engineers” course is a flagship two-week intensive offered as part of the Bauhaus Summer School at Bauhaus-Universität Weimar. This program is designed for students and young scientists in civil and structural engineering who are ready to bridge the gap between traditional mechanics and global sustainability. Hosted in Weimar—the cradle of the Bauhaus movement—the course integrates the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) directly into engineering workflows. While the university provides elite laboratory access and 3 ECTS credits, Edulux Summer manages the high-end logistics and travel services for your stay in Germany.
What You’ll Learn (at Bauhaus-Universität Weimar)
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Advanced Modeling & Simulation: Investigating cutting-edge methods for visualization, reaction estimation, and analysis to ensure reliability in civil engineering structures.
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Sustainable Building Materials: Exploring the latest advancements in polymer-modified concretes (PCC) and their application in innovative refurbishment solutions.
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Seismic Resilience & Masonry: Tackling the complexities of historical masonry structures using advanced modeling to enhance safety under load conditions and seismic events.
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Wind Engineering: Developing insights into the challenges of wind forces on long-span bridges and high-rise structures—a critical factor for resilient urban design.
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Preservation & Retrofitting: Learning state-of-the-art techniques to extend the utility of existing built assets, minimizing resource use through strategic structural interventions.
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Project-Based Innovation: Collaborating in interdisciplinary groups on real-world simulations, such as Performance-oriented Façade Design using LCA (Life Cycle Assessment) and BIM tools.
Our Travel & Experience Services
We manage the journey and the German summer lifestyle so you can focus on the future of engineering:
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Cultural & Exploration Tours: Curated excursions including a guided “Bauhaus Heritage” walk through Weimar’s UNESCO sites, a sunset visit to the Belvedere Castle gardens, and a weekend trip to Leipzig or Berlin to explore modern architectural landmarks and innovation hubs.
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Ticketing & Flights: Full management of your round-trip airfare and international travel itinerary into Berlin (BER) or Frankfurt (FRA) with premium rail transfers to Weimar.
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Guaranteed Housing: Vetted boutique living arrangements or high-end apartments in Weimar’s historic center, providing a comfortable and inspiring base for your intensive studies.
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Visa & Insurance: Professional guidance on German/Schengen entry requirements and comprehensive travel health coverage for the duration of the program.
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Local Transfers: Seamless arrival pickup via private car and a Bauhaus Summer School welcome package, including support for all official building site visits and excursions.