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Tech, Design and Global Skills in Chile and Peru

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 Chile and Peru, Multiple Countries (Chile, Peru)
Course # SA 10929
Duration Summer
Upcoming Program Dates
Summer 2025 05/15/25 to 05/29/25

Program Leader

Name Jennifer Ramos
Email ramos102@purdue.edu
Click here to enroll in this program!
Please Note: Programs may be altered or adapted with little notice

Program Description

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"Being part of this study abroad program has profoundly influenced my perspective on life and future plans. While living in a metropolitan area has exposed me to various cultures, my experiences in Peru and Chile have deepened my appreciation for cultures I wasn't previously familiar with. I now have a newfound respect for these diverse perspectives. I am eager to apply the knowledge and experiences I've gained to immerse myself socially and culturally in different environment." -Alexis Kindred, Mechanical Engineering Technology

**All eligible participants can receive a need-based, Purdue Global Leaps scholarship, of up to $1,500**   

**Apply early, program will fill**

Details: 

This 15-day program focuses on Tech, Design, and Global Skills in Chile and Peru. The first week will be spent in Peru at one of the Polytechnic's strategic partner universities, UTEC located in the capital of Lima. Students will also take a trip to visit Machu Picchu one of the new seven wonders of the world and have the chance to explore the historic city of Cusco.

The second week will be spent in Chile at the Universidad Tecnica Federico de Santa Maria located in the port city of Valparaíso which is walking distance to the coastal city of Viña del Mar. The program will also spend two days in Santiago, the capital of Chile. 

This course will give these students an introduction to intercultural competency skills in their academic careers and focus on tech and design with a emphasis on human-centered design. The course work will utilize the Global Up Abroad (formerly GCC) modules as well as focusing on the benefits of intercultural competence in the tech fields that operate in a global setting. Upon completion of the Global Up Abroad program students will receive a Global Competence Certificate and a digital credential which can be uploaded to LinkedIn. This program will also comply with the minimum global requirement put forth by the Polytechnic and can be used by student to progress toward the minor in Advanced Global Technology.

Tenative Program Dates: May 15-29, 2025

Tentative Program Itinerary 

Day 1: Fly to Lima, Peru. Stay in the neighborhood of Miraflores. 

Day 2:  Orientation and guided campus tour at UTEC. Lunch nearby campus. Industry visit. Class session.

Day 3: City tour of Lima. Lunch and scavenger hunt with local students.

Day 4: Free time to explore the city and possible activity with local students.

Day 5: Industry visit. Lunch nearby campus. Activity on UTEC campus.

Day 6: Travel to Cusco. Sacred Valley Tour. Lunch. Stay in the Sacred Valley.

Day 7: Hike and explore Machu Picchu. Lunch nearby ruins. 

Day 8: Cusco City Tour includes Coricancha and other ruins nearby. Lunch in Cusco. Stay in Cusco.

Day 9: Spend the day in Cusco. Visit Museo Inka. Class session. 

Day 10: Catch a flight to Santiago, Chile. Charter bus to Viña del Mar. Vineyard tour. Dinner. Stay in Viña del Mar.

Day 11: Campus tour of Universidad Técnica Federico Santa Maria with local students. Guided tour of Valparaíso and Viña del Mar.

Day 12:  Free morning and partial afternoon to explore the area. Visit Concón sand dunes.

Day 13:  Two industry visits and class session with local students.

Day 14: Travel to Santiago. Tour of the city including lunch. Stay in Santiago.

Day 15: Industry visit, free time in the city. Catch late evening flight back to the United States.


Academic Credit

TECH 28155: Tech, Design, and Global Skills 

Applicants are urged to consult academic advisors to determine exactly where it fits into their individual plan of study (often an elective).  Coursework is done entirely in English.  Prior Spanish language knowledge is useful, but not required. This program provides ample opportunity for students of Spanish to practice what they learned in high school or college.

This course will give these students an introduction to intercultural competency skills in their academic careers and focus on tech and design with a emphasis on human-centered design.  Earning three credits in two weeks cannot be done without significant efforts and preparation.  Students will complete required/graded modules in the Global Up Abroad (formerly GCC) curriculum in April/May, prior to traveling to Peru and Chile.  While abroad, daily course work will utilize the Global Up Abroad curriculum as well as focusing on the benefits of intercultural competenceand and Human-Center Deisgn in a global setting. Students will complete required/graded post modules in May after the abroad portion of the program concludes. Upon completion of the Global Up Abroad program students will receive a certificate and a LinkedIn digital credential. This program will also comply with the minimum global requirement put forth by the Polytechnic and can be used by student to progress toward the minor in Advanced Global Technology.

Eligibility

If you are interested in this program, you must have a current passport (valid throught November 2025). 

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.

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

*Estimated* Actual Fee Billed by Purdue:  $2,975 (includes three credits, housing, insurance, all program activities, and some meals)

We estimate that roughly $200 dollars should be accessible while in Chile and Peru to pay for independent meals and personal expenses not otherwise provided.  Roughly 65% of all meals are covered through the program fee.

The (need-based) scholarship funding of up to $1,500 that all eligible students can receive is NOT factored into the fee listed above.  Further details can be found here.

Flight: estimated cost of $1,100 paid separately from the program fee.

Students can choose to fly with the program leaders or travel independently. Independent travelers must arrive in Lima within one hour of the group leader’s flight into Lima. All students will be informed of flight info upon acceptance into the program. Contact the program leader for more details, if concerned.

How You Will Pay For the Program:

Follow the Instructions for Online Deposit to submit a $500 study abroad deposit.  The $500 deposit will go towards the total amount billed to a student's Purdue Bursar account.

Students may apply for summer financial aid through the Division of Financial Aid.  To do so, something called a CRN is required.  For this study abroad program, the CRN is not yet determined. Stay tuned! 

Application Deadline

APPLICATION DEADLINE

To Apply:  Use the "Click here to enroll in this program!" link at the top of this page, just below the map. You will set up an account we call the, "My Study Abroad." 

Once logging the necessary info you will receive an e-mail providing instructions to complete required forms and submit your deposit. 

Application Materials Include: Participation Form; Receipt of Deposit; Statement of Risk & Responsibility; Medical & Special Needs Form; a current Passport (valid through November 2025); brief meeting with program leader

All applicants will be contacted via e-mail.  **Apply early this program will fill**   

Program Contact:  Jen Ramosramos102@purdue.edu  

 

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"This program has taught me not to judge people of different ethnicities and languages. As a result, it has shown me that, as an introvert, I can be outgoing and excited to see the world. I have learned that there are many ways of understanding people from different cultures and taking every opportunity to live life to the fullest because, if we hide inside too much, we might miss seeing the beauty of the world. I wish the best to those embarking on a new journey, whether it be going abroad for the first time or starting a new career." 

  • Sang R. , Aeronautical Technology, Purdue Polytechnic Indianapolis International airport campus

 



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.