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- Taiwan and Hong Kong
- May 18–June 6, 2008
- Open to all University of Minnesota undergradutes
- Hotels
- Resident credit
- EE 3940 (fulfills tech elective)
- No language prerequisite
- Sponsored by the Institute of Technology
Description
Professor Gerald Sobelman, electrical and computer engineering instructor, introduces seminar participants to the rapidly changing research and engineering activities taking place in the Asian/Pacific region.
Curriculum
Instruction includes technical, research, and cultural site visits; lectures from Professor Sobelman; and lectures offered by on-site academics and professionals. Sites include (but are not limited to) Quanta Computer Research and Development Center, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufactoring Company, and Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. In addition to particiaption in all site visits and lectures, students are required to maintain a daily journal. A written report is required to complete the course with a due date after the program return date.
Eligibility & Application
Open to all undergraduate students. Priority application deadline is December 1, 2007. The application fee is $100 (non-refundable).
With good academic planning this program can fit well into the degree plans for many majors. Search for courses that fulfill Liberal Education Requirements or submit a course you want to take for review. Study Abroad in Your Major advising sheets explain why study abroad is important for a major, indicate what the department wants students to consider when selecting a program, and provide academic planning hints. This program may appear as a special recommendation on an advising sheet. If your major is not listed, talk to an adviser—this program may still fit your academic, career, and professional goals.
Estimated
Cost
The program fee is approximately $4,400. The program fee includes round trip travel, lodging, tuition, excursions, course materials, international health insurance, and some meals. Personal expenses are additional.
Financial
Aid & Scholarships
Most financial
aid may be applied to study abroad. In addition, University of Minnesota students
are eligible for more than $500,000 in study
abroad scholarships. Visit the financial
resources web page for additional information on using financial aid and scholarships
for study abroad.
More Information
For more information, email Adam Pagel or call at 612-624-8013.
Last modified on August 7, 2008 |