STUDY ABROAD FOR ENGINEERING MAJORS

The College of Engineering provides you with opportunities to become a global citizen, contributing to the betterment of communities around the world, broadening your perspective and appreciation for cultural diversity, and ultimately differentiating you in the job market.

Education Abroad

According to the Institute of International Education, only 5% of U.S. engineering majors study abroad. At Villanova University, that figure is an impressive 24%. Individual departments have mapped out course selections to enable students to take advantage of study abroad opportunities, whether for a summer, a semester or an entire academic year. Your faculty advisor, along with the Office of Education Abroad (OEA), will be happy to work with you to make your international education experience a reality. Study abroad MAPs (major advising pages) are also available for each engineering major.

Among the opportunities available for engineering students:

• Yearlong or semester programs studying in Ireland, France or the United Kingdom
• Summer programs exploring architecture alongside St. Thomas of Villanova in Spain or St. Augustine in Italy
• May terms in Germany or Australia

Other International Opportunities

Engineering Entrepreneurship Summer Institute

Offered by our Engineering Entrepreneurship program, this immersive, 16-credit program combines five weeks of online learning with a three-week international experience, enabling students to earn an academic minor in just one summer. Students learn how to transform their ideas into new business ventures while exploring the tenets, tools and frameworks for global innovation and entrepreneurship.

Villanova Engineering Service Learning

Part of the Center for Humanitarian Engineering and International Development, the College’s service learning program is committed to engineering projects that are rooted in ethical engagement with partners and communities worldwide. Participation comes in a variety of forms, from in-class projects, independent study and undergraduate research to seminar courses and field assignments.