Environmental Engineering
As an Environmental Engineer, you can:
- Participate in summer programs to fulfill core, professional, general education or elective requirements.
- The best type of programs for students looking into taking core courses for Environmental engineering are faculty-led and exchange programs.
- Consider 2nd semester sophomore year, junior year or summer as the best terms to go abroad.
Due to the environmental engineering plan of study having a lot of sequential courses, it is very important to start planning your experience abroad early. Students are advised to not go abroad on their 4th year due to senior design course requirement.
Experiential Global Learning (EGL) encourages students to talk to their academic advisor to go over what courses to take while abroad before scheduling an appointment with your EGL advisor.
When planning an experience abroad, be sure to keep in mind your electives, any extra credits you may be able to use to your advantage, as well as current and upcoming terms in your course of study.
How will #UConnChangeYourWorld?
These programs are recommended based on your academic interests but students can explore additional approved program options via the Program Search.
Fee-Based Programs: Fee-Based Programs charge Program Fees, not UConn tuition. Program Fees will appear on students’ UConn fee bills, along with other UConn fees as listed on the program’s budget sheet.
Summer Water Systems of Rome: Ancient to Modern
Rome, Italy
Field-based summer program that will enhance students’ understanding of human interactions with the environment in the development of modern municipal water systems. Environmental Engineering students can request a professional elective substitution from their advisor which will be approved by ENVE.
Summer Sustainable Cities: Zurich
Zurich, Switzerland
On this program, students will have the opportunity to do field-based research on various topics relating to sustainable urban and transportation planning. Methods will include standard qualitative approaches such as structured and unstructured interviews and direct observation.
Winter Geoscience and Geohazards in Taiwan
Taipei, Taiwan
This is a 3-week course offers GSCI credit for students interested in mixing field-based geologic mapping with an introduction to Chinese culture and history. Taiwan is one of the most tectonically active and biologically diverse places on Earth. National Taiwan University, our host institution, is also one of the premier educational institutions in Asia, and provides ideal base for exploring the geologic and natural history of the island.
Tuition-Based Program: Tuition-Based Programs charge in-state, New England Regional, and out-of-state UConn tuition rates based on students’ residency. Tuition charges will appear on students’ UConn fee bills, along with other UConn fees as listed on the program’s budget sheet. Students may pay housing through their UConn fee bill or directly to their host university depending on the program.
Lund University School of Engineering
Lund, Sweden
This program offers Semester and Academic Year exchanges with a specific track for engineering students. Engineering courses are taught in English.
National University of Singapore
Republic of Singapore
This program offers approved Semester and Academic Year exchanges. Students may find the Design and Environment department and School of Engineering particularly of interest. All courses at NUS are taught in English.
University of New South Wales
Sydney, Australia
This program offers Semester and Academic Year exchanges. UNSW offers great options for Engineering students and includes a specialization in Environmental Engineering.
OTS: African Field Ecology and Conservation in South Africa
Skukuza, South Africa
On this program, students can earn 12 credits of either Evolutionary Ecology and Biology or Natural Resources and the Environment credit. Students spend the majority of the semester in Kruger National Park, one of the largest conservation areas in Africa and the oldest national park in South Africa. By designing research projects with their professors, students contribute meaningful scientific data to issues faced by managers in South African National Parks.
OTS: Tropical Biology on a Changing Planet
Multiple locations, Costa Rica
The semester-long program allows students to learn through four interconnected courses that introduce you to biomes across Costa Rica, you will become versed in the skills and knowledge necessary to address contemporary issues in conservation and ecology. You will focus on tropical ecology, environmental preservation, research skills, and Spanish in OTS’ dynamic research stations, La Selva, Palo Verde, and Las Cruces, as well as other forest and coastal sites.
Direct-Bill Programs: Direct-Bill Programs charge students directly for their program costs. Students pay the affiliate program directly for their fees, whereas other UConn fees will appear on students’ UConn fee bills as listed on the program’s budget sheet. Be sure to review the program’s full costs on the provider’s own website. UConn is not responsible for those costs.
CIMBA Engineering Abroad
Paderno del Grappa, Italy
Excellent program for summer after freshmen year. On this program, student will earn credit for ME 2233 and an elective of their choosing.
Education Abroad Network: University of Western Australia
Perth, Australia
This program offers Semester and Academic Year options. Recognized as one of the best universities in the world, Western Australia offer excellent courses for Environmental Studies and Engineering students. Students can complete the Choose Earth Certificate program at UWA with TEAN.
API Business, Computer Science, and Engineering in Iceland
Reykjavik, Iceland
API students who study abroad in Reykjavík, Iceland will be able to directly enroll with Icelandic and other international students and be among a small, fortunate group of Americans studying abroad in Iceland! Students can select courses from a variety of subject areas, including international business, computer science (including game design), and engineering. This program may appeal to students interested in sustainability and energy studies.
The Washington Center: Academic Internship Program in Washington, D.C.
Washington D.C., USA
Spend a semester or summer in our nation’s capital! Washington, D.C. is a vibrant, exciting, cosmopolitan city where people are always on the go and there is always something happening. This program is primarily focused on interning, and would be a depature from Engineering coursework. Hundreds of nonprofit, international, private sector, and government agencies host Washington Center interns each year. Past placements in the Environmental sector have included: Earthjustice, Ecological Society of America, U.S. Department of Justice – Environment and Natural Resource Division, and WE ACT for Environmental Justice. One night a week, you’ll take part in one of TWC’s courses. You’ll be able to choose a course that suits you from a wide range of options related to your major or you can try something new. In addition, students will take part in TWC’s career readiness programming which is a mix of professional development workshops, career exploration sessions, networking events and one-on-one advising designed to help you maximize your internship experience and come away with a plan for your next step.
OTS: Summer Tropical Biology in Costa Rica
Multiple locations, Costa Rica
The summer course in tropical biology is fast-paced and will engage you in some of the most critical issues facing tropical biodiversity and ecosystems today. During the four-weeks of the course, you will study in OTS’ three field stations in Costa Rica, giving you access to highly threatened tropical dry forests, lowland wet forests, and primary and secondary premontane wet forests. You’ll become familiar with the natural history of these diverse sites and engage in research under the mentorship of experts working at the field sites. Students will earn 4 credits for the following: EEB/NRE 4390 Fundamentals of Tropical Biology.
Finances are an integral part of the program selection and planning process. Students should research scholarships early to meet application deadlines and request essay feedback from advisors and the Writing Center.
Featured Scholarships:
McMahon Family Endowment for Global Education
To learn more and discover other financial opportunities to fund your Experiential Global Learning opportunity, visit our scholarships page.
Students are encouraged to gather information through advising and participating in Experiential Global Learning events:
Experiential Global Learning Calendar
Learn about upcoming information sessions and events.
Experiential Global Learning Advisor
Schedule an appointment.
Engineering Advising
Schedule an appointment with your advisor.
Financial Aid for Experiential Global Learning
Learn how to use your financial aid.
Academic
As an Environmental Engineer, you can:
- Participate in summer programs to fulfill core, professional, general education or elective requirements.
- The best type of programs for students looking into taking core courses for Environmental engineering are faculty-led and exchange programs.
- Consider 2nd semester sophomore year, junior year or summer as the best terms to go abroad.
Due to the environmental engineering plan of study having a lot of sequential courses, it is very important to start planning your experience abroad early. Students are advised to not go abroad on their 4th year due to senior design course requirement.
Experiential Global Learning (EGL) encourages students to talk to their academic advisor to go over what courses to take while abroad before scheduling an appointment with your EGL advisor.
When planning an experience abroad, be sure to keep in mind your electives, any extra credits you may be able to use to your advantage, as well as current and upcoming terms in your course of study.
How will #UConnChangeYourWorld?
Programs
These programs are recommended based on your academic interests but students can explore additional approved program options via the Program Search.
Fee-Based Programs: Fee-Based Programs charge Program Fees, not UConn tuition. Program Fees will appear on students’ UConn fee bills, along with other UConn fees as listed on the program’s budget sheet.
Summer Water Systems of Rome: Ancient to Modern
Rome, Italy
Field-based summer program that will enhance students’ understanding of human interactions with the environment in the development of modern municipal water systems. Environmental Engineering students can request a professional elective substitution from their advisor which will be approved by ENVE.
Summer Sustainable Cities: Zurich
Zurich, Switzerland
On this program, students will have the opportunity to do field-based research on various topics relating to sustainable urban and transportation planning. Methods will include standard qualitative approaches such as structured and unstructured interviews and direct observation.
Winter Geoscience and Geohazards in Taiwan
Taipei, Taiwan
This is a 3-week course offers GSCI credit for students interested in mixing field-based geologic mapping with an introduction to Chinese culture and history. Taiwan is one of the most tectonically active and biologically diverse places on Earth. National Taiwan University, our host institution, is also one of the premier educational institutions in Asia, and provides ideal base for exploring the geologic and natural history of the island.
Tuition-Based Program: Tuition-Based Programs charge in-state, New England Regional, and out-of-state UConn tuition rates based on students’ residency. Tuition charges will appear on students’ UConn fee bills, along with other UConn fees as listed on the program’s budget sheet. Students may pay housing through their UConn fee bill or directly to their host university depending on the program.
Lund University School of Engineering
Lund, Sweden
This program offers Semester and Academic Year exchanges with a specific track for engineering students. Engineering courses are taught in English.
National University of Singapore
Republic of Singapore
This program offers approved Semester and Academic Year exchanges. Students may find the Design and Environment department and School of Engineering particularly of interest. All courses at NUS are taught in English.
University of New South Wales
Sydney, Australia
This program offers Semester and Academic Year exchanges. UNSW offers great options for Engineering students and includes a specialization in Environmental Engineering.
OTS: African Field Ecology and Conservation in South Africa
Skukuza, South Africa
On this program, students can earn 12 credits of either Evolutionary Ecology and Biology or Natural Resources and the Environment credit. Students spend the majority of the semester in Kruger National Park, one of the largest conservation areas in Africa and the oldest national park in South Africa. By designing research projects with their professors, students contribute meaningful scientific data to issues faced by managers in South African National Parks.
OTS: Tropical Biology on a Changing Planet
Multiple locations, Costa Rica
The semester-long program allows students to learn through four interconnected courses that introduce you to biomes across Costa Rica, you will become versed in the skills and knowledge necessary to address contemporary issues in conservation and ecology. You will focus on tropical ecology, environmental preservation, research skills, and Spanish in OTS’ dynamic research stations, La Selva, Palo Verde, and Las Cruces, as well as other forest and coastal sites.
Direct-Bill Programs: Direct-Bill Programs charge students directly for their program costs. Students pay the affiliate program directly for their fees, whereas other UConn fees will appear on students’ UConn fee bills as listed on the program’s budget sheet. Be sure to review the program’s full costs on the provider’s own website. UConn is not responsible for those costs.
CIMBA Engineering Abroad
Paderno del Grappa, Italy
Excellent program for summer after freshmen year. On this program, student will earn credit for ME 2233 and an elective of their choosing.
Education Abroad Network: University of Western Australia
Perth, Australia
This program offers Semester and Academic Year options. Recognized as one of the best universities in the world, Western Australia offer excellent courses for Environmental Studies and Engineering students. Students can complete the Choose Earth Certificate program at UWA with TEAN.
API Business, Computer Science, and Engineering in Iceland
Reykjavik, Iceland
API students who study abroad in Reykjavík, Iceland will be able to directly enroll with Icelandic and other international students and be among a small, fortunate group of Americans studying abroad in Iceland! Students can select courses from a variety of subject areas, including international business, computer science (including game design), and engineering. This program may appeal to students interested in sustainability and energy studies.
The Washington Center: Academic Internship Program in Washington, D.C.
Washington D.C., USA
Spend a semester or summer in our nation’s capital! Washington, D.C. is a vibrant, exciting, cosmopolitan city where people are always on the go and there is always something happening. This program is primarily focused on interning, and would be a depature from Engineering coursework. Hundreds of nonprofit, international, private sector, and government agencies host Washington Center interns each year. Past placements in the Environmental sector have included: Earthjustice, Ecological Society of America, U.S. Department of Justice – Environment and Natural Resource Division, and WE ACT for Environmental Justice. One night a week, you’ll take part in one of TWC’s courses. You’ll be able to choose a course that suits you from a wide range of options related to your major or you can try something new. In addition, students will take part in TWC’s career readiness programming which is a mix of professional development workshops, career exploration sessions, networking events and one-on-one advising designed to help you maximize your internship experience and come away with a plan for your next step.
OTS: Summer Tropical Biology in Costa Rica
Multiple locations, Costa Rica
The summer course in tropical biology is fast-paced and will engage you in some of the most critical issues facing tropical biodiversity and ecosystems today. During the four-weeks of the course, you will study in OTS’ three field stations in Costa Rica, giving you access to highly threatened tropical dry forests, lowland wet forests, and primary and secondary premontane wet forests. You’ll become familiar with the natural history of these diverse sites and engage in research under the mentorship of experts working at the field sites. Students will earn 4 credits for the following: EEB/NRE 4390 Fundamentals of Tropical Biology.
Finances
Finances are an integral part of the program selection and planning process. Students should research scholarships early to meet application deadlines and request essay feedback from advisors and the Writing Center.
Featured Scholarships:
McMahon Family Endowment for Global Education
To learn more and discover other financial opportunities to fund your Experiential Global Learning opportunity, visit our scholarships page.
Resources & Contacts
Students are encouraged to gather information through advising and participating in Experiential Global Learning events:
Experiential Global Learning Calendar
Learn about upcoming information sessions and events.
Experiential Global Learning Advisor
Schedule an appointment.
Engineering Advising
Schedule an appointment with your advisor.
Financial Aid for Experiential Global Learning
Learn how to use your financial aid.
