- Tokyo, Japan
Students engaging in this May Term will be immersed in state-of-the-art architecture, engineering and construction happening in Japan and Asia in general. The 4-week program starts with 2-weeks in Tokyo, followed by 2-weeks in Kyoto. Students will have the unique opportunity to go behind-the-scenes with many top professional firms and conduct related individual research. Specific academic topics include the latest design and construction methodologies used to solve issues of complex structures, building comfort, energy optimization, sustainability, material technology and new construction methods. This course additionally emphasizes international cultural understanding and includes building tours, numerous cultural seminars as well as activities with local Japanese students. Both Japanese modern culture and traditional culture are studied to understand the origins and evolution of how this culture differs from the U.S.
Sponsored by Cockrell School of Engineering
Course(s)
- ARE 377K / ARC 326R / ARC 380D - Emerging Technologies
Academic Information
Students earn in-residence credit for ARE 377K or ARC 326R or ARC 380D as part of Spring registration. Open to ARE, CE, and ARC majors. (Other majors will be considered if strong candidates; talk to academic advisor about degree plan applicability.)
Faculty
All sections are taught together by Gregory Brooks, professor in Cockrell School of Engineering CAEE Department.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Eligibility
- Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance
- Good academic and disciplinary standing at all times
- Open to ARE, CE, and ARC majors.
- Finalists may be interviewed.
Service Learning/Internship
- Service Learning - No
- Internship - No
Housing
TBD
Open To
Cockrell School of Engineering
Program Cost
APPLICATION CLOSED - 2025 Program Fee: $5700. Includes housing, program activities/site visits, welcome & farewell meals, local transit pass. Excludes airfare, most meals, personal expenses, and phone.
Dates:
- Program: May 11, 2025 to June 5, 2025
- Instructional: May 11, 2025 to June 5, 2025
- Final Deadline: November 29, 2024
Application Code
355174
Program Coordinator
Christian Fredericks
Additional Resources
Program Website
Scholarships
Frequently Asked Questions
Information Session
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Fin Responsibility Policy
Next Step
APPLICATION CLOSED - App. deadline Nov 1. App. *Reference req. waived. Additional questions? Please schedule an appointment using the link above, or contact: cfredericks@austin.utexas.edu.