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.
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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.
- Here are the Study Abroad contacts for the different schools: https://www.purdue.edu/gpp/sa/facultystaff/liaison.html
- 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
- Visit the Global Engineering Website and the Study Abroad Website to identify programs that interest you and to learn their application procedures.
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!