OverviewKorea University provides an excellent opportunity for students to learn about South Korea through academic and cultural immersion during a 6-week summer program. Courses cover a wide range of subjects pertaining to international issues, with a particular emphasis on the East Asia region. Each class offers a full-semester of coursework condensed into six weeks of intensive study totaling 48 hours.
Classes are held Monday through Thursday with excursions, cultural workshops, and guest lectures incorporated into the program to form a well rounded learning environment. Students can choose up to a maximum of three classes from the academic areas of:
- Economics and Business
- Humanities
- Sociology and Cultural Studies
- Law
- Politics and International Relations
- Science
- Korean Studies
- Korean Language
- Fine Art/Design.
Except for Korean language classes, the medium of instruction for all courses is English.
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Academic StructureStudents can take up to 3 classes, and each class is worth 3 academic credits. Each course offers a full-semester of coursework condensed into six weeks of intensive study totaling 48 hours. No prior knowledge of Korea is necessary for enrollment and, except for Korean language classes; the medium of instruction for all courses is English.
Students can take up to a maximum of three courses and each is worth 3 credits. Classes are held daily except for Friday. Classes area available in:
- Economics and Business
- Humanities
- Korean Studies
- Sociology and Cultural Studies
- Law
- Politics and International Relations
- Science
- Korean Language
- Fine Art/Design
Course Catalog
Click here to view the classes available at KUISC.
Tip: Scroll part way down to see the full list of classes. HousingAsiaLearn students attending Korea University's International Summer Campus will live in one of two high quality student dormitories:
CJ International House offers air-conditioned, limited single and twin shared accommodation. Bathroom facilities are connected to the suite and are shared by suitemates.
Anam Hall 2 is an air-conditioned dorm with triple shared accommodation and community bathrooms. Special Program FeaturesSpecial Lectures
Notable experts from the Korean government, such as the Korean Ambassador to the USA and the foreign minister, will offer a series of discussion sessions.
Cultural Workshops
Learn about Korean art and performances first-hand. Interact with young pop-stars who are current KU students. Take workshops in Korean calligraphy, traditional music and Taekwondo. ISC provides other indoor activities such as jazz dance/ hip-hop and yoga that may involve a small supplemental charge.
KU Buddy Program
The buddy program is designed to ensure that every student is comfortable in the new surroundings. With their KU Buddy, students can make a lifelong friendship, learn about student life in Korea and venture around Seoul.
Day Trips
The stimulating environment of the summer school continues outside the classroom with varied extracurricular activities once a week such as a pottery factory visit, Everland (a sizeable amusement park), Insadong (traditional merchant district), Nanta and the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone separating North and South Korea).
About South KoreaKorea has a 5,000 year history, with the first capital city (named Joseon, meaning Land of the Morning Calm) created in 2333 B.C. For five millennia, Korea has withstood the influences and invasions of neighboring countries and preserved its heritage, language, and ethnic homogeneity. Throughout its history, Korea has excelled in science and technological advances, developing the world’s most scientific alphabet, the world’s first ironclad warship, the first metal typeset book, and the first udometer. Today, Korea is better known for its cutting edge technology. The people of Korea are also great lovers of nature, and in a country so green and mountainous, many Koreans enjoy spending time in the great outdoors.
Due to Korea’s location between the great imperial powers of the Orient, it has been subjected to invasions throughout its history by warring nations of China, Manchuria, and Japan. Despite conflicts and differences with their northern counterparts, South Korea has experienced one of the fastest rates of economic development in the world. In just 40 years, the nation has rebuilt itself from the devastation of war and has become one of the leading economies in Asia, behind Japan and China. South Korea is one of the world’s most technologically and scientifically advanced countries with companies like Samsung and LG serving as global leaders in electronics, digital displays, semiconductor devices, mobile phones, and high-tech gadgets. South Korea has the world’s fourth largest steel producer, POSCO, and is a global leader in automobile manufacturing, led by Hyundai-Kia Automotive Group.
For more information on South Korea, visit the Destinations section.
Fees| Program Fees | $4,915.00 | | Housing | | Without Meals | housing included in program fees |
Fee IncludesProgram Fees are in US dollars and include tuition for 6-9 credits, shared accommodation, on-campus student fees, official transcript, overseas health coverage, airport pick up charges, introductory survival language training, and pre-trip services such as: orientation materials, personal advising, subject selections, liaison with your home university, credit transfer assistance, financial aid services, and alumni support. Fee SemesterThis fee applies to the current program and is subject to change. FactsLocation: Seoul
Overseas Students: 800
Staff: 100
Total Enrolment: 1500
Dates| All dates are provided by each university and are subject to change. AsiaLearn will attempt to provide you with the most up-to-date information as we receive it. Be sure to confirm dates before finalizing any travel plans. | |
| Summer 2011 - Summer | Application Deadline: March 15, 2011
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| Anticipated Departure | June 25, 2011 | | Start Date | June 26, 2011 | | End Date | August 6, 2011 | | Mid Semester Break #1 | - | | Mid Semester Break #2 | - |
| Summer 2012 - Summer | Application Deadline: March 15, 2012
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| Anticipated Departure | June 25, 2012 | | Start Date | June 28, 2012 | | End Date | August 5, 2012 | | Mid Semester Break #1 | - | | Mid Semester Break #2 | - |
Entry RequirementsApplicants must have the required GPA and have completed at least the equivalent of one year of full-time study at the university/college level.
Students with a slightly lower GPA than the requirement may be considered on a case by case basis. Please contact our office for more information.
Required GPA: 2.50
University Specific ScholarshipsKorea University offers The Excellent Award of USD$1000, which is presented to any students who receive all A's in three courses. There is no application form needed to be filled out and eligible students will be informed individually after the program. The final results come out at the end of September, and Korea University will send the USD$1000 directly to the student if they qualified for the award.AsiaLearn Coordinator| Name: | Aaron Carlson | | Title: | Coordinator, Outreach and Student Services | | Department: | Semester or Year Abroad in Europe and Asia |
BIO:
Aaron handles study abroad admission and participant pre-trip services for the following programs: James Cook University - Singapore, Korea University (semester/year & summer), Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (semester/year & summer), Asia as the Global Future (summer), and Asian Perspective: Learn Mandarin and Uncover Southeast Asia (summer).
Aaron graduated with a B.S. in Parks, Recreation, and Tourism with an emphasis in Experiential Education, from the University of Utah. He took part in an adventure study program in Australia and New Zealand which opened his eyes to the world and pushed him to see as many different cultures as possible. Aaron’s previous experiences around the world, including running adventure programs in Australia, New Zealand and Fiji, have him constantly looking for the next adventure. He volunteers as the Executive Director of a local non-profit and loves to ride his bikes and ski pow. |
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