Program Description
In this 4-week, 3-credit program for students in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, you’ll live at Notre Dame’s Conway Hall and attend classes at the Imperial College in the heart of London.
A special feature of this program, you’ll work in laboratories in the one-of-a-kind carbon capture plant on Imperial College’s Kensington campus.
The plant offers a fully hands-on experience and is only facility in the world where undergraduates can learn to operate the plant and gain real-world experience removing carbon emissions to help the planet.
Of course you’ll also explore London! Tour the Tower of London, ride the world famous double-decker Red Bus, visit the British Museum, and attend several high-end theater productions.
Eligibility
Current sophomores and junior engineering students in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering may apply. This is a competitive program with limited capacity based on academics and application.
Course
- CBE 44360: Plant Operations
Dates
June 30 – July 31, 2027
Housing
While in London, you’ll live in Notre Dame’s Conway Hall, which has modern dorm-apartment rooms.
Program Fee
The cost for the 2027 Summer Study Abroad Program is $11,800, plus a $200 University Study Abroad Administration Fee.
The program fee includes the cost of 3 Notre Dame credits; accommodations; all program academic outings and field trips; on-site program support from Notre Dame faculty; and International Health and emergency evacuation insurance.
It does not include airfare, meals, or airport transportation; passport/visa fees; or personal spending money.
All students are considered for a need-based engineering scholarship to defray the cost of the program.
Apply
Applications will be accepted September 30 – November 3, 2026.
Program assignments and waitlist notifications occur before Christmas break.
Questions?
Feel free to contact:
Mike Kitz
Executive Director, Summer Engineering International Programs
mkitz@nd.edu
Todd Taylor
Director, Summer Engineering International Programs
ttaylo24@nd.edu