If you have questions about this program, email the program leader listed below.

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Study Abroad in Ireland

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.

Program Type Departmental
Program Location Dublin, Kinsale, Cork, Ireland
Course # SA 10525
Duration Spring Break
Upcoming Program Dates
Spring Break 2025 03/15/25 to 03/23/25

Program Leader

Name Kimberly Graham
Email kjgraham@purdue.edu
Please Note: Programs may be altered or adapted with little notice

Enrollment Details: Enrollment Currently Closed

Program Description

The Purdue Young Institute for Advanced Manufacturing of Pharmaceuticals is engaging with the Irish National Institute for Bioprocessing Research and Technology (NIBRT) to develop a joint program for workforce development and R&D for the life sciences manufacturing industry.  Ireland is well known for manufacturing of pharmaceuticals, and these two institutions have strong reputation and connections with industry, making them a natural fit for this program. 
Enjoy a mix of cultural activities, academic and company visits, and the beauty of Ireland. 

**Students participating MUST be able to leave campus by 3:00pm on March 14, 2025. 

Proposed Itinerary:

March 14:  Group departs from the PMU for group flight from Chicago O'Hare to Dublin  *Leaving campus at 3:00PM

March 15:  9:00am arrival at Dublin airport, group transfer to Iveah Garden Hotel in Dublin, free evening to rest.

March 16: Full day of site-seeing including in and around Dublin.  Welcome Dinner included.

March 17: St. Patrick's Day- National holiday and free day

March 18: Full day visit to NIBRT, free evening

March 19: Full day visit to MERCK then travel to Cork.

March 20: Visit Eli Lilly in Kinsale, afternoon fun activity Blarney Castle, free evening in Cork

March 21: Activity TBD, cultural activities, return to Dublin in the evening

March 22:  Day trip to Giant's Causeway in Northern Ireland, Farewell lunch,  Possible Game of Thrones studio tour, return to Dublin for free evening

March 23: Morning is free, 11:30 depart for Dublin airport for 3:20pm group flight to Chicago, arrive 7:00pm, return to Purdue campus- Be prepared for a late evening!

 

 

 


Academic Credit

1 credit of ENGR 39600.      Students must contact their academic advisor as to how this can be used their Plan of Study 

Eligibility

Open to all Engineering students.  Preference will be given to upperclassmen but all students are encouraged to apply.  Program is also open to College of Science, Pharmacy, and Lilly Scholars.  Students in related majors may also be eligible. 

If you are unsure if your major fits with this program, please contact the program leader.  

Students must be able to leave campus at 3:00PM on March 14.  We cannot excuse you from any class so please check this before committing to the program. 

 

All students participating in a departmental program will complete a pre and post assessment as part of program completion.

Program Cost

Students pursuing program participation accept financial responsibility. Purdue will take measures to mitigate financial risks, although will not be liable for loss.

Estimated cost is $5,086 which includes:  Non-stop flight from Chicago to Dublin, airport transfers, all hotels, all ground transportation, breakfast daily, all activities listed on the itinerary, Welcome and Farewell meals, 2-3 lunches during company visits, academic credit, and international health insurance. 

Additional costs:  Meals not provided, passport, Visa (if necessary, no for US citizens), and personal spending money and activities.   

Application Deadline

Students will be accepted on a rolling basis  until the program reaches capacity.  Maximum 20 spots are available  

*Students must be able to leave campus by 3:00PM on Friday, March 14



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.