If you have questions about this program, email the
program leader listed below.
Sustainable Energy Technologies: An International Perspective
Program Details
The arrangements for the travel, housing, meals, excursions and course content of
this program have been made by the leader. Questions about this program can only be
answered by the program leader listed below.
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| Program Type |
Departmental |
| Program Location |
Wolfenbuettel, Germany
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| Course # |
SA 10931
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| Duration |
Summer
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| Upcoming Program Dates |
| Summer 2026 |
05/10/26 to 05/23/26
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Please Note: Programs may be altered or adapted with little notice
Program Description
Immerse yourself in German culture and cuisine while learning about sustainable energy! Your home-base for this two-week excursion is Wolfenbuttel, a beautiful medieval village located in north central Germany. The program combines classroom lectures, discussions of German history, industrial tours, and sightseeing excursions. From a technical perspective, you will gain insights about the potential for renewable energy technologies to reduce carbon emmissions using a hands-on format. Classroom lectures are followed by industrial visits to see these technologies up close. You willl also gain an appreciation for European culture with visits to larger cities like Berlin and Bremen. This outstanding trip is extremely cost effective, on the order of $3,300 for two weeks in Germany and 3 Purdue credits!
Our hosts are faculty and students at the Ostfalia University of Applied Sciences, an applied engineering school similar to the Purdue Polytechnic. The 2026 trip will take place from Sunday, May 10, 2026 through Saturday, May 23, 2026. An overview and detailed itinerary for the previous 2025 trip is available from the International Summer University website of Ostfalia University. The planned technical/cultural field trips include:
Watch this Program Video to get an overview from two students who participated in 2024.
Contact the program leaders, either Bill Hutzel (hutzelw@purdue.edu) or Tami Lynch (tlynch@purdue.edu), to learn more!
Academic Credit
Students will receive 3 credit hours in TECH 48155. Check with your advisor to see how this course aligns with your Plan of Study.
Eligibility
Students applying for this program must be in good standing at Purdue University. All Purdue University students are welcome, but the program content aligns particularly well with students from the the Polytechnic Institute or the College of Engineering. All participants should be interested in a technically challenging program of study that provides engineering insights about the potential of renewable energy and energy efficiency for addressing climate change.
Program Cost
Students pursuing program participation accept financial responsibility. Purdue will take measures to mitigate financial risks, although will not be liable for loss.
The total cost of the trip is approximately $3,300. Itemized costs are:
$2,000 for fees paid to Purdue. This includes the course, lodging, transportation for program-led excursions, tickets to museums/events, and roughly 2/3 of the meals.
$1,000 for round trip airfare to/from Hanover, Germany (purchased individually by each student)
$300 for other expeditures - meals, souvenirs, etc.
This program is eligible for study abroad scholarship funding. Purdue Global Leaps Short Term Scholarship
This program is also eligible for funding through the Office of Experiential Education Experiential Education Scholarship
Application Deadline
This program can accommodate 16 students. Applications are accepted on a first come-first served basis. Admission will be stopped once the program is full. Apply by January 15, 2025 for priority consideration.
Financial Aid
Purdue University financial aid may be applied to the costs of studying abroad. Students interested in receiving financial aid should
NOTE: Recipients of certain tuition remission and scholarship programs should pay careful attention to the regulations for using those benefits for study abroad. Ask your financial aid advisor about any limitations.
Click here for a list of scholarships and grants available to assist with the costs of studying overseas.
