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Department of Construction Management
College of Health and Human Sciences

Construction Management Study Abroad

See the world Study Abroad Options

International study, research, internship, and service experiences are once-in-a-lifetime, life-changing opportunities with enormous academic, personal, and professional benefits. An experience abroad sets you apart from your peers, enhances your studies, and engages you as a citizen of the world whether you wish to learn a new language, fulfill requirements of your major, or simply focus on earning general elective credit.

If you are interested in a full semester abroad, start by talking with your adviser about your options and reach out to the Education Abroad office.

Study Abroad Shorter Trip Options

If you are interested in a shorter trip, consider one of the courses below from within the Construction Management department, or talk with an Education Abroad adviser about other options.

CON 450: Sustainable Buildings

The Sustainable Buildings program is now accepting applications for January 2025.  The early application deadline is May 1, and the final deadline is September 15.

For more information, please visit the program’s website.

Group of students and 2 faculty members in Costa Rica 2022

CON 350A: European Perspectives

European Perspectives: A month-long course in various countries throughout Europe. This course is a study of physical resources and human behaviors, which inform design and construction. We explore infrastructure and its relationship to resources, materials, and the culture in which it exists. Review of international perspectives of the built environment of Europe, past and present trends, and what the future holds. Survey of construction over time and trends in the preservation of existing infrastructure. Counts toward 3 credits of required CON elective and toward your AUCC 3E.

CM students in Brussels

Study Abroad Common Questions from Construction Management Students

When should I go abroad?

It depends on your goals! Do you want to get the most degree-applicable credits you can? Are you working toward a minor? Are you open to gaining experience over degree credits? Do you want to go for a full semester or a shorter trip? Your adviser can help you figure out the best classes to take or save for a trip abroad and the best time to go.

Can I take CON classes abroad?

While it is rare to find construction courses abroad, we will review the syllabus ahead of time to determine if it can be used in place of a course here. We can often use it as a CON elective!

What general education classes can I take abroad?

It is always best to get confirmation from your adviser and the Education Abroad office, but the list below represents common courses that can be taken while studying abroad.

  1. GEOL 120 and GEOL 121
  2. ECON 202
  3. MATH 141
  4. SPCM 200
  5. Arts and Humanities
  6. Historical Perspectives
  7. Global and Cultural Awareness
  8. ACT 205
  9. BUS 205
  10. PH 110 & 111
  11. STAT 201 or 204
  12. Advanced Writing
  13. Construction Elective

What are the recommended programs for CM students?

This link contains the current recommended programs.