Purdue offers you unprecedented opportunities to study overseas, with unmatched academic and cultural experiences.  International experience is guaranteed to give you a leg up in the job market, as every industry is now globally connected. That's why 40% of Purdue ME students study internationally (the national average is only 5%). Take the leap, and have an experience of a lifetime!


Where can I go?

As a Purdue student, you can take advantage of hundreds of Purdue's Study Abroad programs around the world.  However, there are a select few that are very popular with Purdue ME students, because they work well within the Mechanical Engineering curriculum, giving you the best chance of finishing your degree in a timely fashion. If you are interested in a location not listed below, it is possible your graduation may be delayed.

What courses can I take?

If you click on the locations below, you'll see the courses that have been pre-approved for ME core, electives, or gen-eds.

If you want to take an overseas course that is not on this list, you must get it approved first:

  • Get the syllabus for the course (in English). The more information and the more specific it is the better!
  • Make sure the class is for a grade, and not pass/fail. Pass/fail classes will not count toward your degree.
  • If the overseas class is an elective/gen-ed that is not Mechanical Engineering, you must find a Purdue-equivalent course from a Purdue school. For example, if you want to take a Management class overseas, you must reach out to the Daniels School of Business and find what the equivalent course is at Purdue.
  • Submit the overseas syllabus here. It will be reviewed by our Faculty Curriculum Review Council. The Council meets once a month, so you may not hear back for several weeks.

Asia/Pacific

Nanyang Technological University – Singapore >>>

Singapore is a small city-state in the middle of Southeast Asia. Founded as a British trading colony in 1819, since independence it has become one of the world's most prosperous, tax-friendly countries, and boasts the world's busiest port.  It combines the skyscrapers and subways of a modern, affluent city with a medley of Chinese, Malay and Indian influences, along with a tropical climate, copious shopping malls, and vibrant night-life scene.

Visit the Study Abroad page for Nanyang.

Nanyang Course  Purdue Course  Purdue Credit Hours Awarded Degree Requirement
FE 1005/BG 1105/MS 1015 Materials Science MSE 230 Structure and Properties of Materials (must be approved by the MSE Department) 3 ME Core
MA 2007 Thermodynamics ME 200 Thermodynamics 3 ME Core
MA 2001/AE 2008 Mechanics of Materials ME 323 Mechanics of Materials 3 ME Core
MA 2004 Manufacturing Processes ME 497 Manufacturing Processes  3 ME Elective 
Integrated Product Development and Plant Mgmt ME 497 Integrated Product Development and Plant Mgmt 3 ME Elective
MA 4825 Robotics ME 497 Robotics  3 ME Elective 
MA 4831 Computer-Aided Engineering ME 497 Computer-Aided Engineering 3 ME Elective
MA 4833 Visualization/Virtual Reality in Product Design ME 497 Visualization/Virtual Reality in Product Design 3 ME Elective 
MA 3004 Mathematical Methods in Engineering ME 497 Mathematical Methods in Engineering 3 ME Elective 
MA 4830 Real-time Software for Mechatronic Systems ME 497 Real-time Software for Mechatronic Systems 3 ME Elective
MA 4871 Non-Destructive Testing ME 497 Non-Destructive Testing 3 ME Elective
MA 4845 Additive Manufacturing in Industry 4.0 ME 497 Additive Manufacturing in Industry 4.0 3 ME Elective
MA 4819 Energy Technologies for Sustainability ME 497 Energy Technologies for Sustainability 3 ME Elective

Please note: these courses have been previously approved, but are not guaranteed to be offered in your specific term; you may need to make alternative choices.

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National University of Singapore – Singapore >>>

Singapore is a small city-state in the middle of Southeast Asia. Founded as a British trading colony in 1819, since independence it has become one of the world's most prosperous, tax-friendly countries, and boasts the world's busiest port.  It combines the skyscrapers and subways of a modern, affluent city with a medley of Chinese, Malay and Indian influences, along with a tropical climate, copious shopping malls, and vibrant night-life scene.

Visit the Study Abroad page for NUS.

NUS Course  Purdue Course  Purdue Credit Hours Awarded Degree Requirement
ME 2121 Engineering Thermodynamics ME 200 Thermodynamics 3 ME Core
ME 4261 Tool Engineering ME 497 Tool Engineering 3 ME Elective
ME 3251 Materials for Engineers ME 497 Materials for Engineers 3 ME Elective
ME 4227 Internal Combustion Engines ME 497 Internal Combustion Engines 3 ME Elective
ME 3241 Microprocessor Applications ME 497 Microprocessor Application 3 ME Elective 
ME 4262E Automation in Manufacturing ME 497 Automation in Manufacturing 3 ME Elective
ME 2114 Mechanics of Materials ME 497 Mechanics of Materials (student must have ME 323 first) 3 ME Elective

Please note: these courses have been previously approved, but are not guaranteed to be offered in your specific term; you may need to make alternative choices.

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National Cheng Kung University – Taiwan >>>

Established in 1931 as Tainan Technical College, NCKU has grown into a comprehensive university serving 21,000 students through nine colleges. Tainan is the oldest city in Taiwan and was the capital during imperial times. It is famous for its temples, historic buildings and snack food. The city is currently the fourth largest city on the island with a population over 760,000.

Visit the Study Abroad page for NCKU.

NCKU Course  Purdue Course  Purdue Credit Hours Awarded Degree Requirement
E121220 Thermodynaics II ME 300 Thermodynamics II 3 ME Elective
Machine Compenent Design ME 354 Machine Design I 3 ME Core
Clean Fossil Fuel Technology ME 497 Clean Fossil Fuel Technology 3 ME Elective
N157800 Theory of Combustion ME 497 Theory of Combustion 3 ME Elective
Biomass Energy Engineering ME 497 Biomass Energy Engineering 3 ME Elective
Clean Combusiton and Pollution Control ME 497 Clean Combustion and Pollution Control 3 ME Elective
Professional Skills for Engineering the Third Industrial Revolution ME 49700 Professional Skills for Engineering the Third Industrial Revolution 3 ME Elective
Solar Thermal Energy ME 49700 Solar Thermal Energy 3 ME Elective
Wind Energy Engineering ME 49700 Wind Energy Engineering 3 ME Elective
BioFluid Mechanics ME 49700 Biofluid Mechanics 3 ME Elective
Combustion ME 49700 Combustion 3 ME Elective

Please note: these courses have been previously approved, but are not guaranteed to be offered in your specific term; you may need to make alternative choices.

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Hong Kong University of Science and Technology – Hong Kong (China) >>>

Hong Kong offers a unique East-West perspective with a culture based on thousands of years of Chinese heritage followed by 150 years of British administration and the return to China in 1997. Founded in 1991, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology has developed into one of the world's preeminent institutions of higher education.

Visit the Study Abroad page for HKUST.

HKUST Course  Purdue Course  Purdue Credit Hours Awarded Degree Requirement
MECH 3020 Solid Mechanics II ME 323 Mechanics of Materials 3 ME Core
MECH 3710 Manufacturing Processes and Systems ME 363 Principles and Practices of Manufacturing Processes 3 ME Elective
MECH 2800 Intellectual Property Law in Engineering ME 49700 –  Intellectual Property Law in Engineering 3 ME Elective
MECH 3820 Engineering Ethics and Social Values ME 497 Engineering Ethics and Social Values 3 ME Elective
MECH 4340 Air Conditioning Systems ME 497 Air Conditioning Systems  3 ME Elective
MECH 4710 Intro to Robotics ME 497  Intro to Robotics  3 ME Elective
MECH 4740 Numerical Methods ME 49700 Numerical Methods 2 ME Elective
MECH 2520 Design and Manufacturing I ME 497 Design and Manufacturing I 3 ME Elective
MECH 3907 Mechatronic Design and Prototyping ME 497 Mechatronic Design and Prototyping 3 ME Elective
ELEC 1100 Introduction to Electro-Robot Design ME 497 Introduction to Electro-Robot Design 4 ME Elective
MECH 2310 Thermodynamics ME 200 Thermodynamics 3 ME Core

Please note: these courses have been previously approved, but are not guaranteed to be offered in your specific term; you may need to make alternative choices.

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University of Queensland – Brisbane, Australia >>>

Brisbane is located right between Australia's Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast, world-renowned for their amazing beaches and breathtaking natural beauty.  It's also a bustling city of 1.8 million people, with museums, parks, shopping, and restaurants.  From snorkeling at the Great Barrier Reef to exploring Australia's desert bushlands, this "down-under" experience will be truly memorable.

Visit the Study Abroad page for Queensland, or Queensland's own website.

Queensland Course  Purdue Course  Purdue Credit Hours Awarded Degree Requirement
MECH 2300 Structures and Materials MSE 230 Structure and Properties of Materials 3 ME Core
MECH 3400 Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer ME 300 Thermodynamics II  3 ME Elective
MECH 2100 Machine Element Design ME 354 Machine Design I 3 ME Core
MECH 3300 FEM and Fracture Mechanics ME 497 FEM and Fracture Mechanics 3 ME Elective
MECH 3600 Engineering Management and Communication ME 497 Engineering Management and Communication  3 ME Elective
MECH 3250 Engineering Acoustics ME 413 Noise Control  3 ME Elective
MECH 4460 Energy and Environment ME 497  Energy and Environment  3 ME Elective
MECH 4101 Systems Engineering and Design Management ME 497 Systems Engineering and Design Management  3 ME Elective
AERO 4470 Hypersonics ME 497 Hypersonics 4 ME Elective
ENGG 1500 Engineering Thermodynamics ME 200 Thermodynamics 3 ME Core

Please note: these courses have been previously approved, but are not guaranteed to be offered in your specific term; you may need to make alternative choices.

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University of New South Wales – Sydney, Australia >>>

Sydney is the largest, oldest, and perhaps the most beautifully situated city in Australia. It is the capital of the state of New South Wales. With a population of about four million, it is an exciting cosmopolitan center that offers tremendous opportunities for entertainment, shopping, and sightseeing. The main UNSW campus is in Kensington, a suburb of Sydney about 20 minutes by bus from the main central railway station and 30 minutes from the harbor and ferry terminals. It is close to shopping areas, restaurants, beaches and parklands.

Visit the Study Abroad page for UNSW.

UNSW Course  Purdue Course  Purdue Credit Hours Awarded Degree Requirement
MMAN 2700 Thermodynamics ME 200 Thermodynamics 3 ME Core
MECH 9420 Composite Materials & Mechanics ME 497 Composite Materials & Mechanics 3 ME Elective
MMAN 4410 Finitie Element Methods ME 497 Finite Element Methods 3 ME Elective
MMAN 3400 Mechanics of Solids 2 ME 497 Mechanics of Solids 2 3 ME Elective
ZEIT 2501 Mechanical and Electronic Design ME 297 Mechanical and Electronic Design 3 Free Elective
MECH 9761 Automobile Engine Technlogy ME 440 Automotive Prime Movers: Green Engines and Clean Fuel 3 ME Elective
MANF 3100 Product and Manufacturing Design ME 497 Product and Manufacturing Design 3 ME Elective
MTRN 4110 Robot Design ME 497 Robot Design 3 ME Elective
MTRN 4230 Robotics ME 497 Robotics 3 ME Elective
MANF4430 Reliability and Maintenance Engineering ME 497 Reliability and Maintenance Engineering 3 ME Elective
HESC 2451 Biomechanics  ME 497 Biomechanics  3 ME Elective
MECH 4620 Computational Fluid Dynamics ME 497 Computational Fluid Dynamics 3 ME Elective
MMAN 3200 Linear Systems and Controls ME 497 Linear Systems and Controls 3 ME Elective
GSOE 9820 Engineering Project Management ME 497 Engineering Project Management 3 ME Elective
GSOE 9712 Engineering Statistics and Experiment Design ME 497 Engineering Statistics and Experiment Design 3 ME Elective
MECH 3110 Machine Design 1  ME 35400 Machine Design 4 ME Core

Please note: these courses have been previously approved, but are not guaranteed to be offered in your specific term; you may need to make alternative choices.

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University of Canterbury – Christchurch, New Zealand >>>

New Zealand is one of the most beautiful countries in the world (there's a reason it served as the backdrop for the Lord of the Rings movies), and Christchurch is right in the middle of it.  Go to the beach one day, and then to snow-capped mountains the next. The city also has a reputation for being the most English city outside England, largely because of its traditional architecture, expansive parks, central Cathedral, and the Avon river which winds along tree-lined banks, parks and gardens.

Visit the Study Abroad page for Canterbury, or Canterbury's own website.

Canterbury Course  Purdue Course  Purdue Credit Hours Awarded Degree Requirement
ENME 202 Stress/Strain/Deformation in Machine Elements ME 323 Mechanics of Materials 3 ME Core
ENME 207 Materials Science and Engineering MSE 230 Structure and Properties of Materials 3 ME Core
ENME 402 Advanced Vibrations and Acoustics ME 497 Advanced Vibrations and Acoustics 3 ME Elective
ENME 404 Aerodynamics and Ground Vehicle Dynamics ME 497 Aerodynamics and Ground Vehicle Dynamics 3 ME Elective
ENME 405 Energy Systems Engineering ME 497 Energy Systems Engineering 3 ME Elective 
ENME 407 Advanced Material Science and Engineering ME 497 Advanced Material Science and Engineering 3 ME Elective
ENME 413 Robotics  ME 497 Robotics 3 ME Elective
ENME 418 Engineering Management ME 497 Engineering Management 3 ME Elective 
ENGR 401 Computational Fluid Dynamics ME 497 Computational Fluid Dynamics 3.5 ME Elective
ENME 301 Engineering Design and Production Management ME 497 Engineering Design and Production Management  4 ME Elective
ENME 301 Engineering Design and Production Quality ME 497 Engineering Design and Production Quality 3 ME Elective
ENME 307 Performance of Engineering Materials ME 497 Performance of Engineering Materials 3 ME Elective
ENME 481 Special Topic: Materials That Shape Civilization ME 497 Special Topic: Materials That Shape Civilization 4 ME Elective
ENCN 423: Energy Systems ME 497 Energy Systems 4 ME Elective

Please note: these courses have been previously approved, but are not guaranteed to be offered in your specific term; you may need to make alternative choices.

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Central/South America

Tec de Monterrey-Queretaro – Queretaro, Mexico >>>

Of all the countries in Latin America, Mexico welcomes the most number of international exchange students in study abroad programs every year. The Instituto Tecnologico de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey, commonly known as Tec de Monterrey, or "Tec," was founded in 1943 by a group of entrepreneurs seeking to educate professionals and equip them with the skills needed to succeed in the business world, Tec de Monterrey has developed into an institution recognized, nationally and internationally, for its academic excellence. Although Querétaro is one of the smaller states, its capital offers a surprising range of activities, from the golf and riding clubs on its outskirts to Fray Junípero's mission in the Sierra Gorda; from relaxing spas to mountaineering excursions, from the San Joaquín forest to La Huasteca in Jalpan, which can take anything from a few hours to a few days.

Visit the Study Abroad page for Queretaro.

Queretaro Course  Purdue Course  Purdue Credit Hours Awarded Degree Requirement
M 2028 Properties and Structures of Materials MSE 230 Structure and Properties of Materials (must be approved by the MSE Department) 3 ME Core
M 2023 Mechanics of Materials ME 323 Mechanics of Materials 3 ME Core
M 2016 Thermodynamics II ME 300 Thermodynamics II 3 ME Elective
M 2026 Strength of Materials ME 497 Strength of Materials  3 ME Elective
M 2031 Manufacturing Technology ME 497 Manufacturing Technology 3 ME Elective
M 3016 Advanced Manufacturing ME 497 Advanced Manufacturing  3 ME Elective
M 3036 Advanced Materials ME 497 Advanced Materials  3 ME Elective

Please note: these courses have been previously approved, but are not guaranteed to be offered in your specific term; you may need to make alternative choices.

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Universidad EAFIT – Medellin, Colombia >>>

You might assume things about Colombia based on TV and movies... but today's Colombia is peaceful, thriving, and according to Lonely Planet, the #2 travel destination in the world.  From the Andes mountains to the Caribbean coast, there is so much to explore in this South American country. And with Purdue academic connections dating back to the 1960s, engineers will get a solid educational foundation as well.

Visit the Study Abroad page for EAFIT, or EAFIT's own website.

EAFIT Course  Purdue Course  Purdue Credit Hours Awarded Degree Requirement
IM 0233 Mechanics of Solids ME 32300 Mechanics of Materials 3 ME Core
IP 0240 Materials MSE 230 Structure and Properties of Materials 3 ME Core
IM 0245 Heat Transfer ME 315 Heat and Mass Transfer 4 ME Core
IM 0242 CAD/CAM Systems ME 497 CAD/CAM Systems  3 ME Elective
IM 0238 Finite Element Method ME 489 Finite Element Analysis 3 ME Elective
IM 0234 Dynamics ME 274 Dynamics 3 ME Core
NI 0278 Procurement and International Distribution IE 490 Industrial Distribution 3 Tech Elective
IM 0237 or IM 7061 Thermodynamics ME 200 Thermodynamics 3 ME Core

Please note: these courses have been previously approved, but are not guaranteed to be offered in your specific term; you may need to make alternative choices.

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Universidad of San Francisco De Quito – Quito, Ecuador >>>

Not only are you at the center of the world (the equator), but you're at the top of the world!  Ecuador's capital city is dramatically situated between the mountain peaks of the Andes, at the foot of a volcano.  It's where the colonial influences of Spain and Latin America mix with the indigenous cultures of South America.  In addition to the incredible opportunities for eco-tourism, you also get the benefits of a modern major city, with culture, restaurants, and nightlife.

Visit the Study Abroad page for USFQ, or USFQ's own website.

Quito Course  Purdue Course  Purdue Credit Hours Awarded Degree Requirement
IME 0330 Engineering Materials MSE 230 Structure and Properties of Materials (must be approved by the MSE Department) 3 ME Core
IME 0331 ME 323 Mechanics of Materials 3 ME Core
IME 0401 or IME 4003E  ME 315 Heat and Mass Transfer 4 ME Core
IME 3202  ME 300 Thermodynamics II 3 ME Elective
IME 0506 ME 433 Turbomachinery 3 ME Elective
IME 0321 ME 274 Dynamics 3 ME Core
IME 0504/IME5081E Renewable Energy Resources ME 497 Renewable Energy Resources 4 ME Elective

Please note: these courses have been previously approved, but are not guaranteed to be offered in your specific term; you may need to make alternative choices.

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Europe

Universidad Carlos III Madrid (UC3M) – Madrid, Spain >>>

Everywhere you turn there is something to see, do, and taste in the bustling multicultural capital city of Madrid. Eat at the world’s oldest restaurant, Sobrino de Botin, enjoy world-famous churros at the Chocolateria San Gines, and sample tapas all over the city. Walk through the meticulously groomed palace gardens, catch a flamenco show, or attend a world-class futbol match.

Visit the Study Abroad page for UC3M, or UC3M's own website.

UC3M Course  Purdue Course  Purdue Credit Hours Awarded Degree Requirement
 Intro to Engineering Management ME 497 Intro to Engineering Management 3 ME Elective
Material Science Engineering  MSE 230 Structure and Properties of Materials (must be approved by the MSE Department) 3 ME Core
Mechanical Technology  ME 497 Mechanical Technology  3 ME Elective
Renewable Energy Systems ME 497 Renewable Energy Systems  1.5 ME Elective
Machine Maintenance and Diagnostics ME 497 Machine Maintenance and Diagnostics 1.5 ME Elective
Numerical Modeling of Structural Elements ME 497 Numerical Modeling of Structural Elements  1.5 ME Elective
Internal Combustion Engines  ME 497 Internal Combustion Engines  1.5 ME Elective
Environmental Technology  ME 497 Environmental Technology  1.5 ME Elective
Materials Technology  ME 497 Materials Technology  3 ME Elective
Sustainable Power Systems ME 497 Sustainable Power Systems  3 ME Elective
MECH 221 Production and Manufacturing Systems ME 497 Production and Medical Instruments  1.5 ME Elective
BME 15554 Intro to Design of Medical Instruments ME 497 Design of Medical Instruments  3 ME Elective
MECH 12705 Bioethics ME 297 Bioethics 1.5 Free Elective
15072 Solar Energy ME 497 Solar Energy (student should have ME 300 or ME 434 as pre-req) 3 Tech Elective
15070 Wind Energy ME 497 Wind Energy 3 ME Elective
16846 Energy in Buildings ME 497 Energy in Buildings 3 ME Elective
16847 Energy in Transport ME 497 Energy in Transport 1.5 ME Elective
15359 Combustion ME 497 Combustion 1.5 ME Elective
15362 TurboMachinery Design ME 433 Principles of Turbomachinery 3 ME Elective
Heat Power Plants ME 497 Heat Power Plants 1.5 ME Elective
 Industrial Automation ME 497 Industrial Automation 3 ME Elective
Energy in Transport  ME 497 Energy Transport  1.5 ME Elective
16492 Machine Learning ME 497 Machine Learning 3 ME Elective
15093 Transmission and distribution of energy ME 497 Transmission and Distribution of Energy 3 ME Elective
17311 Robotics ME 497 Robotics 3 ME Elective

Please note: these courses have been previously approved, but are not guaranteed to be offered in your specific term; you may need to make alternative choices.

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Universitat Politencnica de Valencia – Valencia, Spain >>>

Enjoy paella, enchant in the Las Fallas and La Tomatina festivals, and explore the City of Arts & Sciences! This gorgeous city on the Mediterranean has seen a variety of different cultures throughout its long history: The Romans, the Visigoths and the Moors made the city an important center of culture and finance. Today, Valencia is Spain’s third largest metropolitan area, just after Madrid & Barcelona. Museums, beaches, and cafes are at your door step. Take advantage of the opportunity to live and learn in this vibrant Spanish city!

Visit the Study Abroad page for UPV, or UPV's own website.

UPV Course  Purdue Course  Purdue Credit Hours Awarded Degree Requirement
Materials Science (11881) MSE 230 Structure and Properties of Materials (must be approved by the MSE Department) 3 ME Core
Materials Science (12567) MSE 230 Structure and Properties of Materials (must be approved by the MSE Department) 4 ME Core
Strength of Materials (11880) ME 323 Mechanics of Materials 3 ME Core
Environmental Technology ME 497 Environmental Technology  2 ME Elective
Propulsion ME 497 Propulsion  2 ME Elective
Innovation and Design ME 497 Innovation and Design 2 ME Elective
Engineering Thermodynamics ME 300 Thermodynamics II 3 ME Elective
Biomechanics and Surgical Pathology (13027) ME 497 Biomechanics and surgical pathology 2 ME Elective
Computerized Product Model: Implementation and Optimization  ME 497 - Computerized Product Model: Implementation and Optimization  2.5 ME Elective
Design Analysis and Validation Models  ME 497 Design Analysis and Validation Models  1.5 ME Elective
Electronic Instrumentation  ME 497 Electronic Instrumentation  3 ME Elective
Manufacturing Systems And Processes  ME 497 Manufacturing Systems And Processes  2 ME Elective
Production and Logistic System  ME 497 Production and Logistic System Design  3 ME Elective
3D Design and Modeling  ME 497 3D Design and Modeling 2 ME Elective

Please note: these courses have been previously approved, but are not guaranteed to be offered in your specific term; you may need to make alternative choices.

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Karlsruhe Institute of Technology – Karlsruhe, Germany >>>

Karlsruhe is a city on the Rhine in Baden-Württemberg in Germany in the north of the Black Forest, close to the French border. Karlsruhe isn't a big tourist destination, but they are well known for being a major hub for science and technology.  And with Germany's excellent transport system, you're just a quick jaunt to nearby Frankfurt, Stuttgart, and the rest of Europe beyond.

Karlsruhe is only open to participants of GEARE, which combines a semester of overseas classes with language/cultural study, and an international work experience.  Visit the Study Abroad page for Karlsruhe GEARE, or Karlsruhe's own website.

KIT Course  Purdue Course  Purdue Credit Hours Awarded Degree Requirement
Machine Design IV Lecture ME 497 Machine Design IV  3 ME Elective
Materials Science II MSE 230 Structure and Properties of Materials (must be approved by the MSE Department) 3 ME Core
Integrated Product Devel and Plant Mgmt ME 497 Integrated Product Devel & Plant Mgmt* not offered winter semester 3 ME Elective
Product Development/Design Process ME 497 Product Development/Design Process 3 ME Elective
Fundamentals of Energy Technology ME 497 Fundamentals of Energy  3 ME Elective
Automotive Vision ME 497 Automotive Vision 2.5 ME Elective
Nonlinear Contimuum Mechanics ME 497 Nonlinear Continuum Mechanics 2.5 ME Elective
Thermal Turbomachines ME 497 Thermal Turbomachines 3 ME Elective
Thermal Turbomachines II ME 497 Thermal Turbomachines II 3 ME Elective
2114856 Vehicle Ride Comfort & Acoustics I ME 497 Vehicle Ride Comfort & Acoustics I 2 ME Elective
2114857 Vehicle Ride Comfort & Acoustics II ME 497 Vehicle Ride Comfort & Acoustics II 2 ME Elective
2142897 Microenergy Technologies ME 497 Microenergy tech 1.5 ME Elective
2170491 Simulator Exercises Combined Cycle Power Plants ME 497 Sim Ex Combine Cy Power Plnts 3 ME Elective
CFD for Power Engineering ME 497 CFD for Power Engineering 2 ME Elective
2170490 Combined Cycle Power Plants ME 497 Combined Cy Power Plnts 1.5 ME Elective
Data Driven Engineering II ME 497 Data Driven Engineering II 2 ME Elective
Methods and Processes of PGE - Product Generation Engineering ME 497 -Methods and Processes of PGE - Product Generation Engineering 3 ME Elective
Automotive Engineering II ME 497 Automotive Engineering II 1 ME Elective

Please note: these courses have been previously approved, but are not guaranteed to be offered in your specific term; you may need to make alternative choices.

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Leibniz University, Hannover – Hannover, Germany >>>

Hannover is the capital of Niedersachsen, a state in north-central Germany.  The city has a population of just over 600,000 and consists of a combination of 11th-century half-timbered structures, 19th-century palaces and striking modern architecture. And with Germany's excellent transport system, you're just a quick jaunt to nearby Hamburg, Berlin, and the rest of Europe beyond.

Leibniz is only open to participants of GEARE, which combines a semester of overseas classes with language/cultural study, and an international work experience.  Visit the Study Abroad page for Leibniz, or Leibniz's own website.

LUH Course  Purdue Course  Purdue Credit Hours Awarded Degree Requirement
Advanced Thermodynamics ME 300 Thermodynamics II 3 ME Elective
Reality Apps for Mechatronics and Medical Technology ME 497 Reality Apps for Mechatronics and Medical Technology 2.5 ME Elective
Design and Simulation of Optomechatronic Systems ME 497 Design and Simulation of Optomechatronic Systems 2.5 ME Elective
Fundamentals and Application of Medical Imagining Technology ME 497 Fundamentals and Application of Medical Imagining Technology 2.5 ME Elective
Human Robot Collaboration ME 497 Human Robot Collaboration 2.5 ME Elective
Scientific Research Work ME 497 Scientific Research Work (must be approved by the ME Undergraduate Office and approved like research) 2.5  
Numerical Implementation of Constitutive Models ME 497 Numerical Implementation of Constitutive Models 2.5 ME Elective
Power Plant Engineering I ME 497 Power Plant Engineering I 2.5 ME Elective
Mechanics of Advanced Materials ME 497 Mechanics of Advanced Materials 2.5 ME Elective
Scientific Research Work: Mechatronics Lessons ME 497 Scientific Research Work: Mechatronics Lessons 2.5 ME Elective
Combustion Technology ME 497 Combustion Technology 2.5 ME Elective 
Laser Material Processing ME 497 Laser Material Processing 2.5 ME Elective 
Engineering Dynamics and Vibrations ME 497 Engineering Dynamics and Vibrations 2.5 ME Elective
Nonlinear Control (caution- complex/higher level topic) ME 497 Nonlinear Control 2 ME Elective
Finite Element I  ME 497 Finite Element I 2.5 ME Elective
Kontinuumsmechanik ME 497 Continuum Mechanics (not recommended for undergrads) 2.5 ME Elective
Machine Learning ME 497 Machine Learning 2.5 ME Elective
Introduction to Continuum Mechanics  ME 49700 Introduction to Continumm Mechanics (caution, complex topics) 2.5 ME Elective
Jet Engines  ME 497 Jet Engines 2.5 ME Elective

Please note: these courses have been previously approved, but are not guaranteed to be offered in your specific term; you may need to make alternative choices.

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University of Bristol – Bristol, England >>>

The University of Bristol attracts students from all over the world, creating a rich and exciting international community. Bristol students always say how much they love the city of Bristol - from its friendly people and fantastic music scene to its vibrant harbour-side, green spaces and buzzing centre. Best of all, Bristol is the perfect size, offering all the excitement of a big city packed into an area you can easily explore on foot or by bike, just two hours from the heart of London.

Visit the Study Abroad page for Bristol, or Bristol's own website.

Bristol Course  Purdue Course  Purdue Credit Hours Awarded Degree Requirement
AENG 2131 Vibrations II ME 497 Vibrations II 2.5 ME Elective
MENG 26004 Mechatronics ME 497 Mechatronics 2.5 ME Elective
MENG 33112 Failure of Materials ME 497 Failure of Materials 2.5 ME Elective
MENG 36030 Product Design ME 497 Product Design 2.5 ME Elective
MENG 5011 Advanced Dynamics ME 497 Advanced Dynamics 1.5 ME Elective
MENGM 0002 Power Generation for the 22nd Century ME 497 Power Generation for the 22nd Century 1.5 ME Elective
MENGM 0014 Generic Propulsion ME 497 Generic Propulsion 1.5 ME Elective
MENGM 1411 Computer Based Modeling IV ME 497 Computer Based Modeling IV 2.5 ME Elective
MENGM 6050 Residual Stress/Impact on Materials Performance ME 497 Residual Stress/Impact on Materials Performance 1.5 ME Elective

Please note: these courses have been previously approved, but are not guaranteed to be offered in your specific term; you may need to make alternative choices.

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ESTACA – Paris, France >>>

What can we say about France that hasn't already been said?  There's a reason that more than 85 million international tourists visit every year, more than any other country. ESTACA is located in Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines, just 10 minutes from Versailles and 30 minutes from the Eiffel Tower. Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines is is an ideal student town with accommodation, restaurants, sport, and culture.  

Visit the Study Abroad page for ESTACA, or ESTACA's own website.

ESTACA Course  Purdue Course  Purdue Credit Hours Awarded Degree Requirement
CATIA Design ME 497 – CATIA Design 1 ME Elective
Signal Processing ME 497 – Signal Processing  2 ME Elective
Computational Fluid Dynamics ME 497 – Computational Fluid Dynamics  2.5 ME Elective
Structural Analysis ME 497 – Structural Analysis 2.5 ME Elective
Design Project Me 497 – Design Project  4 ME Elective
Project Management ME 497 – Project Management  1 ME Elective
French Language and Culture Needs reviewed by Liberal Arts    
Hydraulic Systems Needs reviewed by Civil    

Please note: these courses have been previously approved, but are not guaranteed to be offered in your specific term; you may need to make alternative choices.

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National University of Ireland – Galway, Ireland >>>

The green hills of Ireland have called to people for thousands of years.  Located on the west coast of Ireland, Galway is a unique combination of a bustling city and a thriving university town. Galway has something to offer everyone and caters to young people like few other places!  The university is right in the city center, on the banks of the Corrib River, and convenient to all types of public transportation.  Galway is steeped in history yet with a contemporary vibe.

Visit the Study Abroad page for Galway, or Galway's own website.

NUI Course  Purdue Course  Purdue Credit Hours Awarded Degree Requirement
BME 2100 Materials I MSE 230 Structure and Properties of Materials (must be approved by the MSE Department) 3 ME Core
ME 429 Polymer Engineering ME 497 Polymer Engineering  3 ME Elective
ME 426 Turbomachines and Advanced Fluid Dynamics ME 497 Turbomachines and Advanced Fluid Dynamics  3 ME Elective 
ME 351 Design II ME 497 Design II  3 ME Elective
EE 450 Power Systesm ME 497 Power Systems 2.5 ME Elective
ME 402 Advanced Mechanical Analysis and Design ME 497 Advanced Mechanical Analysis and Design 2.5 ME Elective 
ME 424: Energy Conversion ME 49700 Energy Conversion 2.5 ME Elective
ME 4109: Materials II ME 49700 Materials II 2.5 ME Elective
BME 402: Computational Methods in Engineering Analysis ME 49700 Computational Methods in Engineering Analysis 5 ME Elective

Please note: these courses have been previously approved, but are not guaranteed to be offered in your specific term; you may need to make alternative choices.

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KTH: Swedish Royal Institute of Technology – Stockholm, Sweden >>>

The Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) is the largest and oldest institution for engineering education and technical research in Sweden with roots going back to the beginning of the 19th century. Stockholm is considered one of the most beautiful capitals in the world. Nicknamed the "Venice of the North," Stockholm is located upon 14 islands between two waters, Lake Malaren and the Baltic Sea. Stockholm was founded in 1252 and is an extraordinary city with a unique composure of old and new. A walk in the Old Town takes one back in time with its narrow streets and secluded restaurants down in the vaulted cellars of the buildings, some of which date back to the 15th century. Sweden is located between the Baltic and North Seas and is the fourth largest country in Europe. Nearly 100,000 lakes are connected in a lacework of waterways, and many large rivers flow from the northwestern mountains through the forest to the sea. Due to the warm Gulf Stream in the Atlantic, Sweden has a rather mild climate considering its location.

Visit the Study Abroad page for KTH.

KTH Course  Purdue Course  Purdue Credit Hours Awarded Degree Requirement
MF 2047 Internal Combustion Engines I ME 497 Internal Combustion Engines I  3 ME Elective
MF 2048 Internal Combustion Engines II ME 497 Internal Combustion Engines II  4.5 ME Elective
SD 2225 Ground Vehicle Dynamics ME 497 Ground Vehicle Dynamics  5.5 ME Elective
EJ 2410 Hybrid Vehicle Drives ME 497 Hybrid Vehicle Drives  3.5 ME Elective
SE 1025 FEM of Engineering Applications ME 497 FEM of Engineering Applications  3 ME Elective
MF 2019 CAD 3D Modeling and Visualization ME 497 CAD 3D Modeling & Visualization 3 ME Elective
MF 2006 Innovative Design II ME 497 Innovative Design II  3 ME Elective
MJ 2429 Turbomachinery ME 497 Turbomachinery  3 ME Elective 
MJ2519 Energy Supply Systems ME 497 Energy Supply Systems 3 ME Elective 
 MJ 2443 Heating, Cooling, and Indoor Climate  ME 497 Heating, Cooling, and Indoor Climate 3 ME Elective 
MG2044 Additive Manufacturing  ME 497 Additive Manufacturing  3 ME Elective 
KE1160 Thermodynamics ME 200 Thermodynamics 3 ME Core
SG 1216 Thermodynamics ME 200 Thermodynamics 3 ME Core

Please note: these courses have been previously approved, but are not guaranteed to be offered in your specific term; you may need to make alternative choices.

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ETH Zurich – Zurich, Switzerland >>>

ETH Zürich dates back to the year 1855, when the founders of modern-day Switzerland created it as a center of innovation and knowledge. At ETH Zurich, students discover an ideal environment for independent thinking. Situated in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, ETH Zurich is pioneering effective solutions to the global challenges of today and tomorrow. With its nearly 400,000 inhabitants, Zürich is the largest city in Switzerland. With its theatres, concert halls, museums, art galleries, libraries and book shops, Zürich is also a center of cultural importance.

Visit the Study Abroad page for ETH Zurich.

ETH Course  Purdue Course  Purdue Credit Hours Awarded Degree Requirement
Quantitative Methods of Energy and Environ Econ ME 497 Quantitative Methods of Energy and Environ Econ 2 ME Elective
Design for Sustainability ME 497 Design for Sustainability 2 ME Elective
Energy Challenge ME 497 Energy Challenge 1 ME Elective
Renewable Energy Tech II ME 497 Renewable Energy Tech II 2 ME Elective
Sustainability Start Up ME 497 Sustainability Start Up 1.5 ME Elective
Energy Risks/Prospects ME 497 Energy Risks/Prospects 3 ME Elective
ME 0928 CO2 Capture & Storage ME 497 CO2 Capture & Storage 2 ME Elective
ME 0664 A.I. for Robotics ME 497 A.I. for Robotics 2 ME Elective
ME 0224 Synth Fuel Engineering ME 497 Synth Fuel Engineering 2 ME Elective
CSE 401 Seminar in Robotics ME 497 Seminar in Robotics 2 ME Elective
CE 101 Resource the Built Environment ME 497 Resource the Built Environment 1.5 ME Elective
ME 151 Computational Multiscale Modeling ME 497 Computational Multiscale Modeling 2 ME Elective
ME 0206 Energy Systems and Power Engineering ME 497 Energy Systems and Power Engineering 2 ME Elective
151-0534-00L Advanced Dynamics ME 497 Advanced Dynamics 3 ME Elective
151-0641-00L Introduction to Robotics and Mechatronics ME 497 Introduction to Robotics and Mechatronics 2 ME Elective
151-0215-00L Engineering Acoustics I ME 497 Engineering Acoustics 2 ME Elective
151-0106-00L Orbital Dynamics ME 497 Orbital Dynamics 2 ME Elective
151-1906-00L Multiphase Flow ME 497 Multiphase flow (caution, very advanced) 2 ME Elective
227-0530-00L Optimization in Energy Systems ME 497 Optimization in Energy Systems 3 ME Elective
151-0230-00L Plasman Science in Engineering ME 497 Plasma Science in Engineering 2 ME Elective
151-0802-00L Automation Technology ME 497 Automation Technology 2 ME Elective
151-0224-00L Fuel Syntehesis Engineering ME 497 Fuel Synthesis Engineering 2 ME Elective

Please note: these courses have been previously approved, but are not guaranteed to be offered in your specific term; you may need to make alternative choices.

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If you're interested in a Study Abroad program not listed here, make an appointment with your academic advisor through BoilerConnect. Please be aware: If you choose a location not listed here, it may delay your time to graduation.


How does it work?

Most students who spend a semester overseas, do so in the spring semester of their junior year (ME students are not permitted to do a semester-long study abroad program in their final semester).  Here's the typical timeline:

Year 1

Year 2

Fall

  • Meet with your Mechanical Engineering Academic Advisor to discuss program interests, courses taken abroad, and how to adjust your Plan of Study.
  • Stop in to the Global Engineering Office [Wang Hall, Suite 4500] and/or the Study Abroad Office [Young Hall, Room 105] for additional information and questions.

Spring

  • During your registration appointment (for Fall courses) with your Academic Advisor, finalize program and adjust Plan of Study for your program.
  • Register for any required pre-departure courses during time ticket.
  • Begin application process for your study abroad program.
  • Meet with study abroad advisor and study abroad liaison (if necessary) for any course approvals. Contact your ME academic advisor for the appropriate process to have ME courses reviewed.

Summer

  • Continue working on study abroad application process. Remember, most deadlines are September 15.

Year 3

Fall

  • Finish up any outstanding application items by deadline (typically September 15).
  • Meet with academic advisor to discuss registration at Purdue for abroad semester. Discuss course approval forms, any necessary updates to plan-of-study, etc.
  • Register for your program during open registration, typically December, once given permission by the Study Abroad Office.

Spring

  • Enjoy your Study Abroad program!

Do I have other options?

Yes!  Purdue offers experiences of all kinds, from the long-term programs listed above, to shorter Study Abroad trips for just a few weeks, or a spring or summer break.  Check out these options:

Long-Term Engineering Abroad Program (LEAP): LEAPs (like the ones listed above) are available for students who want to experience living abroad for an extended period of time. Purdue partners with universities around the world and most programs have no language requirement.  Check out the complete list of LEAPs offered through Global Engineering Programs.

Short Term Engineering Program (STEP): Faculty-led STEPs are fast-paced, unique international experiences typically lasting from one to three weeks. Credits earned vary by program, and most will involve a combination of industry visits, lectures, site visits, class work, and visits to tourist destinations. These programs may take place during Spring Break, May/Summer or Winter Break, and you will typically earn one to three credits.  Check out the complete list of STEPs offered through Global Engineering Programs.

Summer Undergraduate Research in Global Engineering (SURGE): Getting international work experience at a research lab overseas during the summer can be a great way to burnish your CV and gain professional/working skills in an international environment. Check out the complete list of SURGEs offered through Global Engineering Programs.

Global Engineering Alliance for Research and Education (GEARE): You want an international experience, but you also want to work in industry.  GEARE enables you to do both!  It provides a one-of-a-kind opportunity to integrate language study, study abroad, cultural training, domestic and international work/research experiences, and global design team projects into the 4-year Engineering curriculum. Students completing the program will earn a Global Engineering Studies Minor while enhancing the intercultural competencies necessary to be effective leaders within the global work environment. Learn more about GEARE.


10 myths you may have heard about Study Abroad

Myth #1: I don’t speak the local language, so I can’t participate in China, Colombia, etc.
Truth: Purdue's LEAP programs don’t have foreign language requirements -- all core engineering and many non-technical courses are offered in English.

Myth #2: I can’t graduate on time if I study abroad for a semester. I’m a Purdue ME major, and there’s no programs that would fit my plan of study.
Truth: All LEAP participants are able to graduate on time. We have identified a selected set of courses at the partner institutions that match our curriculum and transfer as ME core courses.

Myth #3: It’s expensive and I can’t afford a semester abroad.
Truth: Most LEAP programs are cost neutral, meaning that a semester abroad in China or Colombia will have comparable or lower living expenses than living in West Lafayette, Indiana (Europe tends to be moderately more expensive). Plus, cost may be further reduced thanks to Purdue Moves scholarship and other scholarship opportunities (e.g. Gilman).

Myth #4: I may not come back on time for to do summer internships or courses if studying abroad.
Truth: Students will be able to return home on time to participate in summer internships or take Purdue summer courses.

Myth #5: Engineering students typically don’t study abroad.
Truth: Currently, 40% of Purdue ME students study abroad during their Purdue career, which is significantly higher than the national average (5% of engineering undergraduates study abroad).

Myth #6: Purdue ME students only study abroad in Europe.
Truth: ME students study abroad all over the world, including countries outside of Europe and non-English speaking countries. We have students going to Colombia, Hong Kong, Ecuador, Spain, Singapore, and more.

Myth #7: Potential employers don’t care about study abroad.
Truth: Employers want young talents who are global-minded and effective cross-cultural communicators. Returning students consistently mentioned that their semester abroad experience makes them stand out during interviews at the Purdue Industrial Roundtable (IR). A semester abroad has proven to be a substantial and marketable professional credential that boosts your early career.

Myth #8: I will miss my social life at Purdue and feel alone while abroad.
Truth: The cohort experience is a unique feature of LEAP programs. You will travel abroad with your Purdue friends, come back with more, and develop a lifelong network of international friends. A Purdue Engineering staff member will travel with you to provide on-site support.

Myth #9: I’ve never traveled abroad; maybe Study Abroad is not for me.
Truth: We believe that every student who is in good academic standing can study abroad. We offer a one-credit pre-departure class specifically designed to get you ready for your semester abroad. The Pre-departure class will get you culturally oriented and well-prepared in terms of study abroad applications and travel logistics (safety, accommodations, health insurance, visa, etc.)

Myth #10: I don’t know where to live in a foreign country. Is it safe?
Truth: You have many options for overseas accommodations, ranging from western-style on-campus dormitories to off-campus apartments and homestay options in safe neighborhoods.


Any more tips?

 

Want to get started?  Look through the options at Global Engineering Programs, and make an appointment with your advisor through BoilerConnect today!