About the Program
A student exchange program is a study program in which students pursue education at one of the international partner institutions for a period of 6 months to 1 year.
IIT Madras encourages all types of collaborations and exchange programs with foreign universities. Study abroad programs are typically intended for undergraduates & graduate students who would like to spend a semester abroad taking courses/project work. International exchanges propel students towards multi-faceted approaches to learning. These experiences play a major role in their Self-development and awareness leading to enhanced self-confidence and self-esteem. Such exposure also makes them more comfortable in ‘foreign’ environments.
General Procedure
- The student must select a University based on information available in the Office of Global Engagement website (https://ge.iitm.ac.in/). Institutions with whom IITM has a current MOU typically offer tuition fee waiver.
- The student will then have to identify a set of courses to be taken during the semester abroad, check the suitability of semester duration as well as the language of instruction.
- He / She must then consult with the Faculty Advisor regarding suitability of the proposed courses. The approval of the Faculty Advisor is an essential step of the process.
- The student must obtain the approval of the Head of the Department.
- The student must then obtain the necessary clearances from the Academic section and Dean, Academic Courses approval prior to submitting the request to the Office of Global Engagement. Students carrying backlogs will not be allowed to participate in “study-abroad” programs.
- The student can submit his application form and other necessary documents in Office of International Relations (OIR). OIR will then nominate the applicant to the relevant Office at the foreign university and facilitate the process of admission.
- Office of Alumni Relations may provide partial travel support.
Need to know about opportunities?
FAQ
Can I do my course work exchange in my first year of UG/PG?
Can I take courses across different departments?
Is there a minimum attendance requirement for exchange students?
CONTACT PERSON
NOMINATIONS AND APPLICATIONS
Mr. Sivaguru Nathan
Designation: Associate program administrator
Global Academic Initiatives
Email: outbound@ge.iitm.ac.in
Telephone: 044-2257 4928
