Technical University of Munich – Practical Research Experience Program

Program dates: The program runs for 10 weeks from early June until mid-August.

As one of Europe’s top universities, Technical University of Munich (TUM) is dedicated to interdisciplinary education and research excellence. With strong ties to companies and scientific institutions across the Germany and the world, UBC students will have the opportunity to refine research skills while building their international network. During the Practical Research Experience Program (PREP) students will work on a research project under the supervision of a TUM faculty member gaining a deeper understanding of the German higher education and research landscape.

To learn more about the program and check out this year’s projects visit this page. 

• Be a student in good standing in any of the above faculties. You should be an undergraduate student in your 3rd or 4th year or a master student at the time of your arrival to TUM.

• Have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA.

• Meet any additional lab project requirements as outlined on the program website.

TUM will assist successful participants in securing housing while participating in PREP. Students are responsible for paying for dorm-fees. 

Value: Up to $2000 per term

Eligibility: All students accepted into a research abroad program, through Go Global, will be considered for this award. A separate application is not required. If you meet the eligibility criteria, then you will be notified of your award after acceptance into the program.

• To be eligible for the award, you must have an average of at least 70% on your best 24 credits in the Winter Session of the previous year (with no failed or incomplete courses).
• If you were on a co-op work term, you must have at least 70% on your best 12 credits in the other term. 

This award is automatically considered, and you don't need to apply.

The Go Global fee of $415 is applied to the student’s SSC account once accepted into a research abroad program has been confirmed by the student and partner university.

Students are eligible for a partial refund of their Go Global fee ($415 minus the administrative fee of $93.25) if withdrawing from the program due to extenuating circumstances or within 15 days of the deposit being posted.  After 15 days, the fee is completely non-refundable. Exceptions may be determined at the discretion of Go Global.

If you are considering applying for a Go Global program and identify with having a disability or pre-existing health condition (mental or physical) which could impact your participation, or if you require academic accommodation, you can contact the following offices and meet with an Accessibility Advisor before the start of the program:

The Centre for Accessibility (Vancouver) 604 822-5844

Disability Resource Centre (Okanagan) 250 807-8053