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Study Abroad

The IT department faculty have tremendous international experience, and encourage students in IT, ID, and TE, to experience the world. In fact, one of our strategic goals in the Department is to encourage students to travel and study abroad. The Department and the College of Technology have several programs around the world for students to experience. Below is a list of the programs that are available, some information about the respective programs / schools, as well as tourist information. There is also a list of IT faculty who have visited the country. Feel free to ask them questions about their experiences.

FAQ's

Several students have questions about studying abroad, and how it will impact their plan of study, the costs associated with it, and whether the classes will transfer.

Can I afford to Study Abroad?

Students who participate in study abroad pay Purdue tuition for most programs. Financial aid also applies in most cases and many programs have scholarships and travel grants available. You can also get discounted student airfares.

Will my class transfer?

Programs have been designed so that there is minimal disruption to your academic plan. You will receive Purdue credits and grades for all approved courses taken overseas. A study abroad liasion will help you choose your classes and determine how your grades will transfer. In the Department of Industrial Technology, Mr. Craig Mallet will help you register for courses.

Do I have to speak another language?

Over half of the study abroad programs do not require a foreign language, and there are English speaking programs in non-English speaking countries. Study abroad offers you the chance to interact with a new culture, new language, and meet people from around the world. In the Department of Industrial Technology, we have partnerships with Ireland and Australia.

Will I graduate on-time?

Adding a semester abroad should not impact your plan of study if you plan properly and early. There are several choices that are available - semester and academic year programs. Summer programs are 4-8 weeks long, and short-term programs are 1-3 weeks long. Sometimes there are programs during Spring Break, Maymester, and Summer Session.

Where can I study?

Australia

Australia - Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology

There are several programs available in the country, including an intern program, a Tech Ed exchange program, and a program for IT students at RMIT, Melbourne. Visit the 12 Apostles and other sights in and around Melbourne, Australia. Study at the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT).

Faculty that have visited Melbourne, and RMIT:

Dr. Edie Schmidt
Dr. Kathryne Newton

Australia - Griffith University

If you are a Tech Ed student, why not incorporate a visit to Australia's Gold Coast, home of cities including Brisbane and Griffith University. While here, why not visit the Great Barrier Reef, Cairns, and enjoy the hospitality Brisbane has to offer.

Faculty that have visited Melbourne, and Griffith:

Dr. George Rogers

Australia - Intern in Sydney

If you are interested in interning in Sydney, Australia, and any other cities in Australia, click on this website.

Faculty that have visited Australia:

Dr. George Rogers
Dr. Edie Schmidt
Dr. Kathryne Newton
Dr. Stephen Elliott

European Programs

If you are interested in visiting Europe - there are several programs that IT students can take advantage of, including:

Germany

There is a short program that is held in the summer which involves traveling to Germany. This program examines manufacturing processes, and provides students with knowledge about European practices.

About the program
Program coordinator - Prof. Hank Kraebber
German Tourist Information

Faculty that have visited Germany

Dr. Stephen Elliott
Dr. Michael Dyrenfurth

Ireland

Study abroad in Ireland at the Dublin Institute of Technology. Make Dublin the center of your visit to the rest of Ireland and with cheap airline connections to the rest of Europe. Dublin is one of the most vibrant cities in Ireland.

Faculty that have visited Hong Kong:

Dr. Matthew Stephens
Dr. Michael Dyrenfurth

Poland

Study abroad at the University of Information Technology & Management in Poland. The former Eastern bloc country has transformed itself as a member of the European Union.

SCoTland

The Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen, SCoTland will give you another perspective of Europe. Aberdeen is the oil capital of SCoTland, and one of its most vibrant cities. Visit Edinburgh and Glasgow, and the rest of the United Kingdom on the good transport connections from Aberdeen

England

If you would you like to intern in London - the London Summer Internship Program is for you. London, the capital of the UK is a vibrant, colorful city. Linked by excellent transport infrastructure, you can visit all parts of the UK and Europe, either by plane, car, or train through the Channel Tunnel.

Faculty that have visited London: