Study Abroad

Experience Design Around the World

In today’s design practice, global awareness is critical, and because of this, the College of Design requires our undergraduate students to spend a semester abroad. International study challenges a designer to envision a wider range of design options and gain insight into biases and preconceptions that hamper the creative process. The international experience requirement is intended to build needed global awareness with regard to the practice of their design discipline, expose students to a diversity of cultures and environments, and develop their ability to observe, perceive, and reflect on design as an expression of both environment and culture.

Short-Term Programs for Design Majors

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Semester-Long Programs for Design Majors

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Faculty-Led Program: Chile

Participate in this summer program about Sustainable Design in Chile, led by Hernan Marchant

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Faculty-Led Program: Greece

Participate in this summer program about Design and Social Innovation in Greece, led by Scott Townsend.

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Resources and Additional Information

Study Abroad Programs for Design Students

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Study Abroad Dates and Deadlines

Upcoming Events and Info Sessions

Student Experience Stories

The College of Design supports unique design-related study abroad programs

The NC State European Center in Prague offers the opportunity for any student to study for a summer, semester, or year in Prague through a variety of design studios and general education courses. Special programs are offered at various times through several NC State University colleges and departments.

In addition to Prague, NC State University offers a global selection of Abroad programs that provide courses to fulfill curriculum requirements

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Got Questions?

Amanda Gantz
Study Abroad Advisor
Contact Amanda at study_abroad@ncsu.edu.

Not sure how to start the process of studying abroad? Connect with an advisor via Zoom-In Advising.

Students virtually explore Rome through new lecture series

The College of Design recently received a generous donation to fund a new study abroad experience in Rome, Italy for spring 2021. While finalizing the details last year, the COVID-19 pandemic continued to increase in severity, ultimately putting a stop to the in-person experience. But that setback ended up setting up the college for a virtual experience that brought increased accessibility to all.

Final Design Projects from Prague on Virtual Display

The spring semester at NC State University’s European Center in Prague started with 52 students who were enthusiastic and engaged in their classes.

Bag the Pack

A project that brings sustainability to the Wolfpack based on sustainable design practices learned in Chile.

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A Study Abroad Experience

Hear from Jecori Owens-Shuler, a senior in industrial design who had the opportunity to spend a semester in Prague as part of his study abroad experience.