Global E3: Institut Teknologi Bandung- Indonesia

 

Overview: 

Study in the lush green hills of Bandung, West Java, Indonesia!  Since the early 20th century, Bandung has been a dedicated center for the development of sciences and advanced technologies in Indonesia. The Institut Teknologi Bandung, founded in 1920 during the colonial era, is the first - and largest - scientific and technical university in Indonesia.

The Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB) is a member of Global E3, an exchange program of Engineering Schools from around the world. More than 60 universities worldwide—33 in the United States and 31 in Asia, Australia, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East—comprise the Global E3 consortium. This consortium is administered by the Institute of International Education (IIE).

You must first be accepted by the Swanson School of Engineering International Programs Office, then you will be directed to apply to Global E3. Prior to being accepted, please visit the Global E3 website and read the application instructions and application deadlines. In the past, application deadlines have been October 1st for spring semester programs and March 1st for fall semester programs.

Learning Objectives: 

As an active and engaged participant on this program, you will have the opportunity to develop: 

  • the ability to succeed independently in a foreign education environment. 
  • non-US based perspectives on your field of study and/or future career path. 
  • a global network of peers in similar fields of study and connections with faculty in Indonesia.

 

Partner Information: 

Office Responsible for Incoming Exchange Students
International Relation Office  |   iro@itb.ac.id or iro-student@itb.ac.id

Location Description: 

Bandung is the capital of the West Java Province.  Home to more than 2.4 million people, the city is quickly becoming one of the largest metropolitan areas in Indonesia.   Surrounded by beautiful green hills, Bandung is granted with mild weather year round.  Its nice climate and stunning scenery have made Bandung a popular holiday destination for many people.  The cooler climate, variety of cuisine, and access to fashion outlets and golf courses are just a few of its attractions.

Bandung is a pleasant city full of solid Dutch houses and tree-lined streets, fashionable shops, and elegant architecture - earning it the nickname "the Paris of Java." These architecturally unique streets are remnants of plans during the Dutch colonial era to make Bandung the capital of the Netherlands Indies. Some remnants of the golden era of Bandung include the Gedung Sate, the Villa Isola, and the ITB campus.

Housing Description: 

ITB offers a limited number of accommodations; however, assistance  finding off-campus housing is available.  Review the GE3 website for more information.

 

Academic Description: 

Use the links below to see if the specific departments offer the types of courses you would like to take while studying abroad.  We suggest you review courses available with your Faculty director of your program prior to applying to the program. 
Academic Departments: 
Visit the University's website to learn more about course offerings.  The following disciplines have been listed as available: 
Disciplines Available

  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Architecture
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Development Studies
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electrical Power Engineering
  • Engineering Physics
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Geological Engineering
  • Geophysical Engineering
  • Geothermal Engineering
  • Ground Water Engineering
  • Highway System and Engineering (Master only)
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering and Management (Master only)
  • Informatics Engineering
  • Information Engineering and System
  • Material Science and Engineering (Master only)
  • Materials Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Metallurgical Engineering (Bachelor only)
  • Mining Engineering
  • Ocean Engineering
  • Petroleum Engineering
  • Regional and City Planning
  • Telecommunication Engineering
  • Tourism Planning
  • Transportation
  • Urban Design
  • Water Resource Management (Master only)

Of note: 

  • All courses must be approved by the Faculty Director of your department in the Swanson School of Engineering. A course approval form must be completed and submitted to SSoE’s Engineering International Initiatives Office. 
  • Additionally, for the purpose of full-time status here at Pitt, students should be prepared to take what is equivalent to at least 12 Pitt credit hours.   
  • Courses taken abroad will be treated as transfer credits and will be marked as pass/fail (S/NC) on a Pitt student's transcript. In other words, transfer credits will not affect your Pitt GPA. However, students must receive a C grade or higher in order for the credits to transfer. Actual grades earned will appear on the transcript from the exchange university. 
  • Language Requirements: Non-native English speakers may be required to show evidence of English proficiency.      

 

Students who have attended this program in the past have taken classes in the areas of:: 
Engineering
University Course Catalog: 
ITB courses
Grading: 

In order to gain Pitt credit, you must receive a C or higher for each course you will transfer back to Pitt for credit. 
Information about the grading scale abroad can be found on the Global E3 page. 
Transcripts: Please request that your university send a hardcopy to the Engineering International Initiatives Office. Make sure that you follow their instructions on how to ensure that an official copy of your grades are received. Hardcopies should be sent the following address: International Engineering Initiatives, Swanson School of Engineering, University of Pittsburgh, 152 Benedum Hall, 3700 O’Hara Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15261, USA. 
Exchange university transcripts typically do not arrive from the exchange university until 3 to 4 months after the end of exchange period. Therefore, Pitt students should be mindful of how this may affect their ability to graduate, 

Experiential Learning Description: 
Program Fees: 

Pitt students participating on an exchange program will pay regular Pitt tuition and fees, according to their in-state or out-of-state residency status. In addition to the Study Abroad Administrative Fee, this also includes all Mandatory Fees, such as the Student Activity Fee, Wellness Fee, Computing and Network Services Fee, and the Security, Safety, and Transportation Fee.

Pitt Students on financial aid and/or tuition scholarships will need to consult the Office of Admissions and Financial Aid or respective entity providing the funds to confirm coverage for study abroad.

Items Billed by Pitt
 
 
Tuition: Check Pitt's website to verify current costs:https://ir.pitt.edu/undergraduate-tuition/ 
 
Program Fee: Check Pitt's website to verify current costs https://ir.pitt.edu/undergraduate-tuition/ 
 
Study Abroad Fee $400 
 
Total Billed by Pitt: Estimate your Pitt expenses based on current tuition and fees

 

 

 

How Much To Budget: 
Estimated Additional Out-of-Pocket Costs
 
Travel Expenses: Airfare, Passport, Visa, Resident Permit  $2,000 
Room & Board $3,000 - 5,000 
Personal Expenses $1,000 - 5,000 
 
The Estimated Costs reflect information provided by exchange partner and are reported to OAFA to calculate financial aid packages. The listed costs are defaulted to one semester. Multiply the costs by two for two semesters.
 
Personal expenses vary with individual students. Review the program's page, as well as our budgeting page for more information. 
 
The University of Pittsburgh provides comprehensive health insurance as a part of studying abroad. More information about the type of insurance and coverage will be provided to you by the Engineering International Initiatives office.  However, you may need to purchase additional insurance if the school you will attend requires you to purchase a specific health insurance per their regulations. It is your responsibility to ensure you know the cost of that insurance prior to committing to the program.  
 

For global scholarship opportunities, check out:

  • the Pitt GEO scholarship page for links to national, provider and private scholarship samples
  • PittFund$Me  for Pitt sponsored funding including Pitt wide global scholarships, Nationality Rooms, VIH, etc.
  • PittFund$Me  for the SSOE Global Experience Scholarships!

 

 
Application Instructions: 

 
You must first be nominated by the Swanson School of Engineering International Initiatives Office, then you will be directed to apply to Global E3. A formal nomination from SSoE Engineering International Initiatives is required for Pitt students to be recognized as an exchange student. Therefore, Pitt students must complete all necessary Pitt steps in addition to the Global E3 university’s requirements. In other words, acceptance by Pitt Engineering International Initiatives does not guarantee acceptance by the exchange university.  
Prior to being accepted, please visit the Global E3 website and read the application instructions and application deadlines. (In the past, Global E3 application deadlines have been October 1st for spring semester programs and March 1st for fall semester programs.) 
Each university might have an additional application.  Please refer to the Global E site for details.   
Minimum Requirements: 

  • SSoE student in good standing 
  • Minimum 2.75 GPA & be of sophomore standing or higher 
  • Please check the Global E3 site for additional requirements for this specific school

 

Additional Information: 

Questions about funding? Check out our funding pages and note that SSoE has funding specifically for engineering students! There are many other national funding sources you can review. One place to search is the Institute of International Education website. 
 

Academic Calendar:

  • Fall: mid August to December
  • Spring: end of January to May

Language Requirements: Courses are available in Bahasa Indonesia and English.
ITB provides a central library and recreational and computer facilities for student use.  See their website for more information.

Insurance Requirements: 

The University of Pittsburgh provides comprehensive health insurance as a part of studying abroad. More information about the type of insurance and coverage will be provided to you by the Engineering International Initiatives office.  However, you may need to purchase additional insurance if the school you will attend requires you to purchase a specific health insurance per their regulations. It is your responsibility to ensure you know the cost of that insurance prior to committing to the program. 

Visa Requirements: 

In order to study as a student in specific countries, a visa is required. A visa is formal endorsement by the host country to grant permission for an individual to enter, live or stay in that country for a specific purpose and period. In addition to a visa, some host countries may require a residency permit upon arrival. 

For those without the host country’s nationality, students may need to obtain a student visa to study on this exchange. Pitt students should also research the visa and/or permit process through the specified country consulate website.  
 

In general visa application requirements may include but are not limited to the following requirements:  

  • Visa application 
  • Valid Passport 
  • Verification of acceptance from sponsoring university (exchange university) 
  • Financial Documents, such as bank statements, tax documents or pay statements.   
  • Passport photos 
  • Application fee 
  • Medical/physical examination (likely to require a doctor's appointment so plan accordingly)