RWTH Aachen International Academy

Summer School in Steel Design

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Location: Aachen: Germany

Term: Summer

Dates: July 31 - August 21, 2010

  • Description

    Course Content:

    Steel is the most important material for structural applications, where the demands on material and production processes increase continuously concerning properties, costs and eco-friendliness. The course provides in-depth knowledge and understanding of modern design methods for advanced steel concepts. Its particular focus is on industrial R&D practices and on modern manufacturing processes.

    Course Scope:
    The course is composed of three parts:
    1. Lectures: Technical lectures and laboratory courses in steel design (20 hours per week)
    2. Language course: Intensive German course (8 hours per week)
    3. Social events

  • Highlights

    Have fun while studying:

    While following an intensive academic program offered by the university's institutes, participants will experience German culture hands-on through an extensive leisure time program. German culture, excursions to companies and cities nearby, sport events, get-togethers with international master students who have graduated in Aachen, cultural events, workshops in intercultural communication and a lot more enjoy your stay!

  • Degree Level

    Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

  • Subject Areas

    • Engineering
  • Cost in US$:

    4210 (Price in USD fluctuates, fix is 2800 Euro)

  • Cost Include Description:

    Course fees amount to Euro 2,800 including all lectures, laboratory courses and excursions, social events, accommodation, breakfast, lunch, all meals during
    social events and a public transport ticket for three weeks.

  • Experience Required

    no

  • This Program is open to

    Worldwide Participants.

  • Typical Living Arrangements

    • Group living
    • Other
    • Dormitory

  • Participants Travel to Germany

    Independently

  • Typically Participants Work

    in Groups

  • Scholarships are Available

    5 scholarships of Euro 1,800 are available for qualified students. Please state in your letter of motivation why you are suited to receive a scholarship.

  • Application Process Involves

    • Essay
    • Resume
    • Transcript
  • RWTH Aachen International Academy's Mission Statement

    RWTH Aachen University is the largest university of technology in Germany and one of the most renowned technical universities in Europe. You as a professional or a practitioner have the chance to benefit from the internationally recognized world-class facilities in continuing education programmes at the RWTH International Academy the continuing education academy of RWTH Aachen University. Our courses are characterized by an innovative and interdisciplinary approach and a close cooperation with industry. The institutes are in charge of the scientific lead and provide the lecturers. In addition we recruit professionals of partner companies and other experts to offer you a substantiated alliance between scientific knowledge and practice-related experience. Almost all faculties of the university offer their know-how in public programmes or inhouse-seminars for companies and practitioners. Therefore, it is possible to participate in lifelong learning programmes in almost every field: engineering, economics, dentistry, medicine or even architecture. Through our constant quality inquiry it is guaranteed that all our events correspond to the up-to-date status in practice. Depending on the programme you can acquire a career accompanying master's degree, a certificate in a compact course, or a certificate of attendance in a short update-offer. Moreover, all three certificates are accordingly certified by RWTH Aachen University. The RWTH International Academy combines the know-how of RWTH Aachen University in customized and professional continuing education events for your success.