- Kansai Region, Japan
The Kansai region is considered to be a crucial center of Japanese culture. Known for its modern architecture, nightlife, and strong street food scene, it is also a center for research, development, and finance. Students will explore the many different fields of engineering in the context of careers and communication in this region. The Industry Immersion course includes practical workplace experience with local companies and organizations related to engineering and a professional seminar that explores the complexities of intercultural communication and workplace dynamics.
Sponsored by Cockrell School of Engineering
Course(s)
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ECE 333T
- Engineering Communication
and
ECE 309K / I B 372 - Global Industry Immersion
Academic Information
Students earn in-residence credit for both courses. Students must enroll in both courses to participate in the program. There will be a 1-hour required course: Kansai Program Preparation in May that will be virtual/hybrid.
Faculty
UT Professor Bill Fagelson teaches ECE 333T (Engineering Communication) and ECE 309K (Industry Immersion Seminar).
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Eligibility
- Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance
- Open to all engineering majors
- Student must be in good academic and disciplinary standing
- ECE 333T pre-req: RHE 306
- An interview may be part of the selection process
Service Learning/Internship
- Service Learning - No
- Internship - Yes
Housing
Students in shared housing with access to kitchen, wi-fi, and laundry.
Open To
Cockrell School of Engineering
Program Cost
2026 program fee: $9,500; 2025 Program Fee: $11,575. Includes housing, airport pick up, internship placement, transit pass, onsite activities/excursions. Excludes summer tuition ($1,000 for in-state, $4,000 for out-of-state), airfare, overseas insurance. Students are encouraged to apply to the Freeman Scholars Summer Stipend.
Dates:
- Program: June 4, 2026 to July 31, 2026
- Instructional: June 5, 2026 to July 30, 2026
- Final Deadline: November 15, 2025
Application Code
293010
Program Coordinator
Erin Brown Achterhof
Additional Resources
Program Website
Make an Appointment
Scholarships
Financial Aid
Frequently Asked Questions
Information Session
Fin Responsibility Policy
Scholarships
Video
Next Step
Questions or ready to apply? Contact elbrown@austin.utexas.edu to open application or make an advising appointment at "Make an appointment" above. Information sessions are 9/30, 12-1pm JES A216A and 10/16, 12-1pm Zoom: https://utexas.zoom.us/j/2849934800?omn=83491511674