Customized Programs Disciplines Brochure - STEM

Welcome to SAF

Study abroad changes lives. And changed lives change the world.

At SAF, our mission is to connect the best international programming with the next generation of global leaders. In today’s climate, SAF’s mission has never been more vital. For more than two decades, SAF has organized study experiences that enhance the prospects of scholars from around the world. We identify students capable of embracing the challenges of today and guide them toward immersive overseas experiences that equip them with the

skills and knowledge needed for the challenges of tomorrow.

As a not-for-profit partner of the world’s preeminent universities, we believe study abroad is a catalyst for good within society. With SAF, students have the opportunity to engage in international scholarship while transforming into future enlightened leaders. Are you ready to take the next step in global leadership? I invite you to explore SAF’s global opportunities so you can stand out with an overseas university experience.

Dr. Gregory D. Hess President & CEO

How can SAF customize a STEM program for you? A limitless network of possibilities Program and featured past program locations

Biology lab workshops with University of California, Berkeley Intelligent System Design with University of Washington Strategic Information Technology with IES Berlin Shanghai Global Engineering with IES Abroad Shanghai Thermodynamics and Engineering with IES Abroad Vienna University Rankings (STEM)

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How can SAF create a customized STEM program

with you?

SAF & IES Abroad Customized & Faculty-Led Programs have run unique and tailored study abroad programs for more than 70 years.

SAF and IES Abroad uses their cumulated expertise to help STEM faculty lead and customize programming, from successful laboratory programs to recurring partnerships with the highest ranked universities in computer science, engineering, and other sciences. We can help you create the best programming for your students and turn your program idea into a successful reality.

In this modern economy, STEM is more relevant than ever, SAF and IES Abroad’s competencies in STEM abound. SAF and IES Abroad have cumulated expertise in STEM faculty-led and customized programming, including successful laboratory programs and recurring partnerships with the highest ranked universities in computer science, engineering, and other sciences. How can we help you create the best programming for your students?

For all customized programming, SAF and IES Abroad can provide:

■ Comprehensive onsite orientation addressing health, safety, culture, and living in the program location

■ Airport transfer (arrival & departure), transportation passes

■ Guided tour (walking or bus) of program location, cultural events, day trips, field trips

■ Classroom space

■ Guest lectures related to the program topic

■ Truncated language courses taught by IES Abroad faculty

■ Business visits, site visits

■ Welcome dinner, farewell dinner

■ Housing for students and faculty

■ CISI insurance

Your student can potentially access benefits including:

■ Transcripts

■ Credits

■ Certificates

■ Letters of recommendation

Your faculty retain full control over the academic content of the program

A limitless network of possibilities

In addition to the strong SAF and IES Abroad infrastructure in each location, you can take advantage of our extensive, reliable network of partner institutions, employers, and housing providers.

Local University Partners

Whatever your program focuses on, we have partners that expand your students’ knowledge in their field of study.

Internship & Service Learning Partners

Our professional network consists of 500+ vetted and trusted employers who provide students with substantive work experiences. For programs with a service learning component, we arrange volunteer opportunities through our network of NGOs, not-for-profits, and other organizations.

Housing Partners

We typically offer three types of housing: residence halls (within and outside of university housing systems), apartments, and homestays with local residents. Every housing partner is vetted and inspected for safety and comfort by SAF and IES Abroad staff.

A commitment to safety

Studying abroad presents risks—big and small. After helping more than 115,000 students study and intern abroad, SAF and IES Abroad’s diverse experience makes us uniquely qualified to handle a variety of health and safety issues. Not only do our Head Quarters and Center staff support you and your students, we build local networks of trained counselors, advisors, and medical professionals to assist us.

SAF provide:

■ Information about potential risks to faculty, students, and guest during predeparture and onsite orientations

■ Enrollment in international insurance and Travel Tracker location management

■ 24/7 Crisis Management Team tracking external threats, such as natural disasters and security issues

■ Local crisis plans, around-the-clock emergency support and a global crisis partner to assist in case of evacuations

Program & featured past program locations

Intelligent System Design

University of Washington | Page 10-11

Biology Lab Workshops

University of California, Berkeley | Page 8-9

MANCHESTER

DUBLIN LIMERICK OXFORD

EDINBURGH GLASGOW LONDON ANGERS

CAMBRIDGE

LEIPZIG BRISTOL

NANTES

AMSTERDAM

PARIS

FREIBURG

ARLES

LEON BARCELONA

MADRID

GRANADA

MILAN SIENA

NICE

BERLIN SALAMANCA

VIENNA ROME

Shanghai Global Engineering

IES Shanghai | Page 14-15

Thermodynamics and Engineering

IES Vienna | Page 16-17

Strategic Information Technology

IES Berlin | Page 12-13

NAGOYA

SAF Host Universities Featured Programs

IES Abroad Centers

In association with:

BRISBANE

SYDNEY

CHRISTCHURCH DUNEDIN

SEOUL

Biology Lab Workshops

a two-week program with the University of California, Berkeley

[Past Program Example]

Build valuable hands-on training in cutting-edge molecular biology techniques, with lectures exploring the past, present, and future of biology technologies, experimental design and implementation, and analysis and management of data. Give your students an exceptional start to their post-grad career in biology.

EXAMPLE

FEATURED ACTIVITIES

LECTURE SESSIONS

Field and field lab collection and preservation methods for accurate, sterile samples.

■ Overview of DNA extraction and isolation techniques and methods.

■ Discussion of experimental design, workflows, and wet lab procedures.

■ DNA amplification and macromolecular analysis techniques (PCR and gel electrophoresis)-DNA sequencing history and applications, 1st-3rd generation sequencers.

■ Bioinformatics lecture, part I. genome assembly from sequencing reads (genome assembly pipeline).

■ Bioinformatics lectures parts 2-4 include analyzing data from sequence runs and a final data analysis.

Introduction to safety training and field methodology, proper sample collection and preservation, handheld DNA sequencers.

■ Begin to process and document sample: cell and tissue lysate preparation, proteinase K digestions.

■ Overview of sample species identification (DNA barcoding) and whole genome sequencing/skimming (with drosophila).

■ PCR reactions (master mix, reagents, and DNA samples for amplification.)

■ Run mini-PCR as well as additional samples on thermocycler.

■ Gel electrophoresis of amplified DNA samples, reading/ analyzing/quantifying gel bands.

■ And more!

Credit: © 2019 mark joseph hanson, photographer

University of California, Berkeley

This program was planned by SAF in cooperation with our partner the University of California, Berkeley.

One of the most prestigious universities in the United States, UC Berkeley prides itself on innovative thinking, top-quality research, and dedicated public service. Many of the biology faculty are National Academy of Sciences members, Howard Hughes Medical Institute Investigators, AAAs Fellows—there’s even a Nobel Laureate providing an exceptional academic experience.

#2

THE World University

Rankings by Subject 2023: Physical Sciences

#9

THE World University

Rankings by Subject 2023: Life Sciences

Relevant schools or departments

■ Berkeley Engineering

■ Aerospace Engineering

■ Bioengineering

■ Civil & Environmental Engineering

■ Electrical Engineering & Computer Sciences

■ Engineering Science

■ Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

■ Materials Science & Engineering

■ Mechanical Engineering

■ Nuclear Engineering

Course Opportunities

Biochemistry

■ Biochemistry: pathways, mechanisms, and regulation

■ Biophysics and structural biology

■ Cell and developmental biology

■ Immunology and pathogenesis

■ Neurobiology

Molecular and cell biology

■ Biology of human cancer

■ Chromosome biology/cytogenetics

■ Developmental biology

■ Macromolecular synthesis and cellular function

■ Microbial diversity

■ Molecular biology of animal viruses

Genomics

■ Cellular and molecular neurobiology

■ Circuit, systems and behavioral neuroscience

■ CRISPR summer lecture

■ The human genome

■ Mammalian neuroanatomy lab

■ Molecular immunology

■ Neurobiology of disease

Integrative biology

■ Bioinspired design

■ The ecology and evolution of animal behavior

■ Medical ethnobotany laboratory

■ Organismal microbiomes and host-pathogen

■ Palaeobiological perspectives on ecology and evolution

Credit: Lawrence Berkeley Nat’l Lab - Roy Kaltschmidt, photographer

Credit: Lawrence Berkeley Nat’l Lab - Roy Kaltschmidt, photographer

Intelligent System Design

a two-week program with the University of Washington

[Past Program Example]

By working to design programs that respond accurately and intuitively to complex situations, scientists use cognitive computing advancements to streamline business practices, revolutionizing industries worldwide. Provide your undergraduate and graduate students a unique opportunity to study cognitive computing, building a fundamental understanding of how technology can be taught to respond intelligently to our complex needs in the 21st century.

EXAMPLE WEEK

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

■ Tour of Seattle

■ Culture conservation group with US students

■ Lecture: Foundations for Problem Solving

■ Site visit: Allen Institute for AI

■ Lecture: Reasoning, Learning, & Acting

■ Guest Industry Lecture: RichRelevance

■ Site visit: Demandbase

■ Lecture: Knowledge Representation

■ Culture conservation group with US students

■ Group dinner

FEATURED ACTIVITIES

■ Cultural activity

■ Free day

SITE VISITS

■ Allen Institute for AI (AI2) is a research institute founded by late Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen. AI2 seeks to achieve scientific breakthroughs by constructing AI systems with reasoning, learning, and reading capabilities.

■ Demandbase is a targeting and personalization platform for business-to-business (B2B) companies. Marketers can target online ads to companies that fit pre-determined criteria based on attributes and metrics.

■ Quantcast is a technology company that specializes in AI-driven real-time advertising, audience insights, and measurement.

■ Veritone is a NASDAQ-traded artificial intelligence tech company whose technology is utilized by media conglomerates, sports teams, government agencies, and energy utilities.

■ Tour of Seattle

FIELD TRIPS

■ Culture conservation group with US students

INTELLIGENT SYSTEM DESIGN LECTURE SERIES

■ Google guest lecture

■ RichRelevance guest lecture

■ Foundations for problem solving

■ Knowledge Representation

■ Reasoning, Learning, & Acting

University of Washington

This program was planned by SAF in cooperation with our partner the University of Washington. University of Washington is an unshakeably optimistic community with a powerful focus on doing good in the world through its exceptional research and global connections. Since 1862, UW has been a leading university where top academics create an inspiring learning environment for engaged students.

#16

THE World University Rankings by Subject 2023: Computer science

#47

THE World University Rankings by Subject 2023: Engineering

Relevant schools or departments

■ Applied Chemical Science and Technology

■ Astronomy

■ Biochemistry

■ Mathematics

■ Physics

■ Chemistry

■ Ecology, Evolution, and Conservation

■ Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental

■ Physiology

Course Opportunities

College of Computer Science and Engineering

■ AI-based mobile robotics

■ Algorithms and computational complexity

■ Artificial intelligence

■ Autonomous robotics

■ Computational biology

■ Computational linguistics

■ Computational neuroscience

■ Computer animation

■ Cryptography

■ Data structures and algorithms

■ Data structures and parallelism

■ Design of digital circuits and systems

■ Foundations of computing

■ Hardware design and implementation

■ Machine learning

■ Natural language processing

■ Programming languages and their implementation

■ Randomized algorithms and probabilistic analysis

■ Software design and implementation

Credit: Nick Merrick © Hedrich Blessing 2015

Strategic Information Technology

a two-week program with IES Berlin

[Past Program Example]

Applying technology to solve business needs in the modern economy of Berlin. The nexus of applications, databases, networks, servers, and communications are studied in the nexus of continental European commerce. Your students learn how multi-layered systems interact within a modern business setting.

EXAMPLE WEEK

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

■ Arrival orientation

■ Survival German

■ Lecture

■ Survival German

■ Coursework

■ Business visit

■ German Museum of Technology

■ Lecture

■ Coursework

■ Business visit

■ Schnitzel dinner

GERMAN MUSEUM OF TECHNOLOGY

■ Survival German

■ Lecture

■ Reichstag/ Bundestag walking tour

■ Survival German

■ Coursework

■ Group dinner

■ Day trip to Checkpoint Charlie and the Berlin Wall

■ Free day

FEATURED ACTIVITIES

A museum of science and technology, it exhibits a large collection of historical technical artifacts. Features industrial technology exhibits.

FUTURIUM (HOME OF FUTURES)

Based on the concept that everything is interconnected–people, technology, and nature, the museum features exhibits regarding issues concerning our future, including climate, housing, food, business, and technology.

REICHSTAG/BUNDESTAG WALKING TOUR

A guided walking tour of the Reichstag/Bundestag areas, with a focus on city planning and innovation.

BERLIN MUSEUM FOR COMMUNICATION

The Museum for Communication Berlin unites the past, present, and future under one roof. Its permanent exhibition offers vivid insights into the origins, development, and future of the information society.

Credit: Wikimedia Commons - Sergey Galyonkin

Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin (HU)

Our partner university and IES Abroad Berlin Center collaborated to plan this program. With approximately 35,000 students, Humboldt University offers a wide variety of specializations in humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. Founded in 1810, the university established the concept of the modern university that unites teaching and research.

#86 Course Opportunities

THE World University Rankings 2023

IES Abroad Berlin Center

Take advantage of on-the-ground expertise through our center, which includes:

■ Center classrooms

■ Student lounges

■ Library and study spaces

■ Outdoor courtyard

The center is in Mitte, the historical center of Berlin with vibrant cafes, restaurants, and galleries. It is also a short walk from Humboldt University, the world famous Museum Island, the Brandenburg Gate, and the governmental district.

■ Biology

■ Biophysics

■ Climate and earth system dynamics

■ Ecosystem dynamics and global change

■ Introduction to numerical quantum chemistry

■ Introduction to theoretical computer science

■ Methods of inorganic chemistry

■ Molecular life sciences

■ Organic biology and evolution

■ Principles of solid state and main group chemistry

■ Quantitative and quantitative methods for geographers

■ Scientific computing

■ Supramolecular chemistry

Credit: Wikimedia Commons - username: Lear 21

Credit: Museum für Kommunikation Berlin - Photo: Michael Ehrhart

Shanghai Global Engineering

a six-week program with IES Abroad Shanghai

[Past Program Example]

Forty years ago, Shanghai’s Pudong district skyline was non-existent. Now, home to some of the world’s tallest structures, largest subway network, and factory to the world, Shanghai and China have impressive engineering credentials.

In partnership with one of the world’s top-ranked universities for engineering, your students focus on aspects of Chinese engineering, culture, and language through lectures and employer site visits as well as cultural excursions, allowing for a deep dive into China and engineering best practices.

EXAMPLE WEEK

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FEATURED ACTIVITIES

SITE VISIT CULTURAL EVENTS

■ Baosteel production plant is the flagship production facility of China Baowu Steel Group Corp., Ltd., (Baowu), a state-owned iron and steel company and the second largest steel producer in the world.

■ SAIC Motor Corporation Limited (SAIC) is a Chinese state-owned multinational automotive company headquartered in Shanghai, China. A Fortune Global 100 company, the SAIC has the largest production volume of any Chinese automaker.

■ The Port of Shanghai is the world’s busiest container port. The Shanghai International Port Group (SIPG), a large-scale specialized conglomerate, is the operator of the public terminals in the Port of Shanghai.

■ Tiananmen Square & Forbidden City

■ The Great Wall

■ Hútòngs (the capital city’s renowned ancient alleyways)

■ Theatre performances

Credit: www.chinaknowledge.com

Shanghai Jiao Tong University

Our partner university and IES Abroad Shanghai Center collaborated to plan and compose this program. Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) consistently ranks as one of the top five universities in China.

#52

THE World University Rankings 2023

Course Opportunities

■ Mechanical engineering:

■ Automotive engineering

■ Fluid mechanics

■ Heat transfer

■ Intro to circuits

■ Mechanical behavior of materials

■ Strength of materials

■ Thermodynamics

■ Electrical & computer engineering:

■ Control systems analysis and design

■ Data structures and algorithms

IES Abroad Shanghai Center

Take advantage of on-the-ground expertise through our center, which includes:

■ Lounge area

■ Library and study space

■ Center’s classroom

■ WiFi and printing facilities

As the commercial and financial capital of China, Shanghai has been an important city since its beginnings as a port in the mid-19th century. It’s now a gateway to the enormity that is China. Students come to learn, explore, and understand. The IES Shanghai Center is in New Harbor Apartments in the heart of central Shanghai.

■ Electricity and magnetism

■ Introduction to semiconductor devices

■ Introduction to circuits

■ Principles of optics

■ Probabilistic methods in engineering

■ Applied calculus

■ Business and natural environment

■ Chemistry

■ Differential equations

■ Linear algebra

■ Physics

■ Probability and detection theory

Credit: Wikimedia Commons - Tibor Végh

Thermodynamics and Engineering

a four-week program with IES Abroad Vienna

[Past Program Example]

Understand the applications of thermodynamics and engineering by experiencing them at a waste incineration plant, a hydro-power plant, even an automobile manufacturing facility. Thermodynamics is everywhere, the rules of which govern modern engineering, industry, and development and testing of products and machinery. Inspire your students to apply theories of heat and energy transfer to understand how to create practical solutions to technical problems through site visits, lectures, and interviews with professionals.

EXAMPLE WEEK

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

■ Survival German

■ Coursework

■ Group dinner

■ Survival German

■ Coursework

■ Business visit

■ Day trip to Steyr

■ BMW plant visit

■ Group lunch

■ Survival German

■ Coursework

■ Graz field trip

■ Tour of the Magna Steyr plant a group lunch

■ Graz city walking tour

FEATURED ACTIVITIES

A run-of-river power plant on the Danube in Vienna run by Verbund, Austria’s leading electricity company.

■ Cultural activity

■ Free day

Know as Hundertwasser’s Masterpiece is a municipal incinerator and a work of art. The environmentally friendly heating produced at Spittelau is enough to heat more than 60,000 households in Vienna in a year.

BMW’s largest engine plant worldwide. An engine rolls off the assembly line on average every 13 seconds – with a total of around 530,000 diesel and 700,000 petrol engines produced annually (*2019). The plant is responsible for the development of all BMW and MINI diesel engines.

Where engineers develop and assemble automobiles for other companies on a contractual basis. It is the largest contract manufacturer for automobiles worldwide.

Credit: Creador: Christoph Waghubinger - Copyright: CC-BY-SA-3.0-AT

FREUDENAU DONAU HYDRO-POWER PLANT

BMW GROUP PLANT STEYR

SPITTELAU WASTE TREATMENT INCINERATOR MAGNA STEYR PRIMARY MANUFACTURING PLANT

Universität Wien

Our partner university and our IES Abroad Vienna Center collaborated to craft this program. Enrolling approximately 90,000 students, Universität Wien offers a wide variety of courses in the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. The university boasts recognized academic strengths in Germanic studies, political science, and theology. Founded in 1365, Universität Wien is one of the oldest universities in Europe.

THE World University Rankings 2023 #124

Course Opportunities

■ Business & economics

■ Chemistry

■ Computer sciences

■ Earth sciences, geography & astronomy

■ History & culture studies

■ Law

■ Life sciences

■ Mathematics

■ Molecular biology

■ Musicology

■ Philology & culture studies

IES Abroad Vienna Center

Take advantage of on-the-ground expertise through our center, which includes:

■ Center classrooms

■ Student lounge

■ Practice rooms, recording studio, and instrument storage for music students

■ Rococo concert hall, featuring a Steinway D grand piano

Also known as the Palais Corbelli, the center is an elegant, early 18th-century palace in the heart of the city, just minutes from many of the museums, theaters, and other cultural attractions that have bestowed international fame on Vienna.

■ Philosophy & pedagogy

■ Physics

■ Psychology

■ Social sciences

■ Sports science & sports

Credit: Wikimedia Commons - Bwag

IES Abroad and SAF Network University Rankings (STEM)

IES Abroad and SAF Network University Rankings (STEM)

All rankings from 2023 Time Higher Education (THE) rankings SCAN