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- Scandinavia
- May Session: May 19–June 5, 2009
- Open to University of Minnesota students
- Resident credit, 3 credits, EE 3940
- Field study
- No language pre-requisite
- Sponsored by the Institute of Technology
Description
This program will focus on exisiting and planned energy production methods and energy usage in Scandinavia. Students will learn about how energy production and usage patterns are linked to location; and how issues of production, usage, and environmental concerns are driving new energy planning. Participants will visit research universities, power plants, wind farms, and more.
Excursions
This program includes excursions to Iceland, Denmark, and Norway.
Faculty Leader
This program will be led by Paul Imbertson of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering.
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 CostsThe program fee is estimated to be $4,700 and includes tuition, roundtrip airfare, housing, excursions, course materials, health insurance, and some meals.
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 additional information on this program, contact Adam Pagel in the Institute of Technology.
Last modified on November 21, 2008 |