Program Highlights

• Guided tour of the Ducati and Lamborghini factories in Bologna.

• Visit to industry leading companies.

• Cultural exchange and lecture at local universities.

This 14-day European program offers students an immersive experience in the intersection of culture and engineering. Starting in Milan, Italy, and ending in Berlin, Germany, the itinerary includes guided tours of historic cities, cultural landmarks, and leading industrial sites. Highlights include visits to the Ducati and Lamborghini factories in Bologna, the BMW Welt Museum in Munich, and interactions with peers at top technical universities. Students will gain insights into advanced engineering practices while exploring vibrant cultural settings and significant historical sites.

Itinerary 

Day 1

Departure for Milan.

Day 2

Arrival to Milan and orientation. Guided walking tour of Milan. Welcome dinner.

Day 3

Visit to a local engineering university. Peer-to-peer exchange. Free time to explore.

Day 4

Visit to the Lamborghini Factory & Museum. Free time to explore Bologna.

Day 5

Guided tour of the Museo Ducati. Guided walking tour of Bologna. Free time.

Day 6

Visit to a conglomerate specializing in innovative industrial solutions.

Day 7

Walking tour of Munich. Free time to explore.

Day 8

Visit to Neuschwanstein Castle. Tour of Dachau Concentration Camp. Free time.

Day 9

Business visit to a company that designs climate-responsive built environments. Discussion with the Chair of Automotive Engineering at a local university.

Day 10

Visit to BMW Welt Museum.

Day 11

Guided walking tour of Berlin. Visit to the Reichstag Building. Free time to explore Berlin.

Day 12

Visit to a water purification factory. Business visit to a company that designs and manufactures of sustainable interiors.

Day 13

Free day to explore Berlin. Farewell dinner.

Day 14

Departure.