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

India: Food and Agriculture in South India

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 Bangalore, Mysore, Ooty, Coimbatore, Cochin, India
Course # SA 21264
Duration Winter Break
Upcoming Program Dates
Winter Session 2025 12/27/25 to 01/07/26

Program Leader
Name IPIA
Purdue University
Rm 104 Agriculture Administration Building (AGAD)
West Lafayette, Indiana 47907-1168

Phone: 765-494-6876
Fax: 765-494-9613
Email: AgAbroad@purdue.edu
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Please Note: Programs may be altered or adapted with little notice

Program Description

INDIA: FOOD & AGRICULTURE IN SOUTH INDIA

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  • December 27, 2025 to January 7, 2026
  • Credits: ABE 49500 - 2 credits
  • Estimated Cost: $4800 includes accommodation, some meals, in country transportation, activities. The cost does not include airfare or some meals.
  • Leaders: Dr. Kingsly Ambrose

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Immerse yourself in India’s diverse culture, cuisine, and natural beauty. Food, agriculture, culture, history will be studied in these southern cities of India: Bangalore, Mysore, Ooty, Coimbatore, Cochin, and Alleppey. Known as the Silicon Valley of India, Bangalore is a hub for technology and innovation. Famous for its royal heritage and palaces, Mysore offers a glimpse into traditional Karnataka culture. A hill station in the Nilgiri Mountains, Ooty is known for its picturesque landscapes and cool climate. Coimbatore is an industrial city known for its textile industry and educational institutions. Cochin is a major port city with a diverse population and is known for its spice markets, backwaters, and historical sites. Famous for its backwaters and houseboat cruises, Alleppey offers a unique experience of Kerala’s waterways.

Eligibility

Students must be 18 by the start of the program.

You must be a contiuning student during winter session term to participate (incoming or re-entry students cannot take a winter session course).

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.

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.

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