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Pukyong National University
Busan, Korea
World-class learning in the heart of a vibrant, modern city
Location
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45 Yongso-ro, Nam-gu, Busan, Korea
Nomination Deadline
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Fall Semester: April 10
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Spring Semester: October 10
Academic Calendar
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Fall Semester: September 2–December 20
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Spring Semester: March 3 –June 27
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* Each semester is for 15 weeks.
* Orientation is one week prior to the start of each semester.
Required Documents
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Application form
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Study plan
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Official transcript in English
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Certificate of enrollment from home university (Apostille or Korean Consular confirmation required for Non-OECD applicants)
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Declaration of finances
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Bank statement
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Copy of passport (bio page)
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One passport-sized photo (white background)
*All documents must be combined into one PDF file and submitted by email.
Certificate of Admission
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Fall Semester: End of June
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Spring Semester: End of December
Courses
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Most courses are taught in Korean, but a variety are offered in English.
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The English course list is released 1–2 months before each semester and sent by email with registration instructions.
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Exchange students may take up to 18 credits per semester.
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A Korean Language Program is available at a 30% discount during the semester.
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For certain majors (Architecture, Nursing, Early Childhood Education, Korean Language & Literature, Fisheries Education, etc.), advanced Korean proficiency (TOPIK 5–6) is required.
Grading Scale (4.5 GPA System)
A+ = 95–100 (4.5)
A0 = 90–94 (4.0)
B+ = 85–89 (3.5)
B0 = 80–84 (3.0)
C+ = 75–79 (2.5)
C0 = 70–74 (2.0)
D+ = 65–69 (1.5)
D0 = 60–64 (1.0)
F = 0–59 (0)
Housing
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All exchange students are automatically assigned a shared room in the on-campus dormitories.
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Cost: approx. KRW 1,700,000 per semester (4 months) = 40,000–45,000 THB, including 3 meals per day at the cafeteria.
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Students may choose to live off-campus if they prefer.
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Payment: A bill is given at check-in. Payment must be made in KRW cash, so please prepare enough cash before arrival.
Estimated Monthly Living Costs
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National Health Insurance: approx. â‚© 80,000
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Accommodation (3 meals included): â‚©1,700,000 per semester
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Other Expenses â‚© 100,000 – â‚© 200,000
Tuition Fees
No tuition fees for the Exchange Program if nominated by an exchange partner institution.
Application Deadline
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Fall Semester: April 30
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Spring Semester: October 31
Eligibility
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Must be enrolled at a PKNU partner institution
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Language proficiency: English (B2) or Korean
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No official language certificate required
Required Documents:
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Passport (valid at least six months beyond study end date).
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Academic transcript (in English).
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Proof of English proficiency or recognized equivalent (waived if two years of prior English-medium study).
Transcript
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Fall Semester: Mid-January
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Spring Semester: Mid-July
Courses Transfer
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All courses are credit-bearing and recognized by most institutions.
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Students must confirm credit transfer with their home university before the program.
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Credit system: 3 credits = 45 contact hours, 2 credits = 30 contact hours.
National Health Insurance
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All exchange students are automatically enrolled in the Korean National Health Insurance on the day of their alien registration after arrival.
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Further details will be provided to accepted students.
I-Friend Program (Korean Buddy Program)
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PKNU student buddy will help exchange students adjust to a new life at PKNU.
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PKNU buddy will contact exchange students vie email prior to their arrival in Korea

