International Summer Programmes (i-SP)

Korea University (KU) International Summer Campus Programme

What is this program about?

Each International Summer Campus course condenses a full semester into 6 weeks. ISC provides an excellent opportunity for students to learn about South Korea through an academic and cultural immersion. 

At the same time, selected students will be given an opportunity to intern in the private-sector’s business area in Korea, such as Samsung and LG. This overseas work experience allows students to earn resume credentials and build up their CVs.

When does the programme take place?

1 July - 8 August 2013 (ISC)
31 May - 28 June 2013 (Optional Internship)

Where does the programme take place?

Korea University, Seoul, South Korea

What is the academic content?

No prior knowledge of Korean is necessary for enrolment as the medium of instruction for all courses is English (except for Korean language classes). Classes are held from Monday through Thursday.NUS students can select various courses in fields ranging from Economics and Business, Humanities, Korean Studies, Sociology & Cultural Studies, Law, Politics & International Relations, Science and Korean Language.

Full list of courses are available here.

Academic credit MAY be available. Credit for the programme is strictly at the student’s discretion. Students interested in obtaining credit must work with their faculty for credit mapping. IRO does not apply for credit transfer on the students’ behalf.

What does it include?

6-week intensive academic program at the Korea University ISC

What is the student accommodation?

University dormitory

How much does it cost?

Breakdown of costs	KRW
Application Fee (non-refundable)	KRW 100,000 (approx. 115 SGD)
Tuition	KRW 3,700,000 (approx. 4,280 SGD)
Airport pick-up	KRW 90,000 (approx. 104 SGD)
Accommodation at dormitory	KRW 1,120,000 – 780,000 (approx. 1,295 – 902 SGD)
Local Transportation	KRW 40,000 (approx. 46 SGD)
Meals	KRW 300,000 (approx. 347 SGD)
Insurance	KRW 17,000 (approx. 20 SGD)
Airfare	KRW 1074681 (approx. 1,244 SGD)
Visa	KRW 35,823 (approx. 42 SGD)
Personal Spending	KRW 200,000 (approx. 232 SGD)
Total	KRW 6677504 (approx. SGD7,750)

Please note, these are estimated expenses and actual expenses may differ based on price shifts and personal spending habits!

If a student registers early before Sunday, 3 March 2013 with the non-refundable application fee (KRW 100,000) and submission of the official transcript, he/she will be eligible for a KRW 100,000 tuition discount.

Is financial assistance available?

Yes. Students can apply for the NASA Enhancement Bursary* (by Financial Need) or NASA Enhancement Scholarship (by Merit). More information here.

*Students who demonstrate the strongest financial need will be awarded tuition fee waiver awards provided by the partner university – to apply, please use the NASA Enhancement Bursary form (including non-Singaporeans). You may apply for both NASA Enhancement Scholarship and Bursary at the same time for this programme, due to the special tuition fee waiver positions. However, you can only receive one award for this programme.  

Number of placements available?

Number of placements dependent on KU’s admission policy for the year

What are the eligibility requirements?

	Students should not be in their graduating semester prior to participating in this programme. CAP of 3.0 and above. Minimum CAP score of 3.3 (For internship only)

 

Is a visa required?

Yes. KU will assist in providing documentation needed to apply for a visa.

Students are to consult the Embassy of Korea in Singapore to determine if a visa is required and to apply for an entry visa if needed. 

The Embassy of the Republic of Korea
47 Scotts Road, #08-00 Goldbell Towers, Singapore 228233

Students are responsible for ensuring that they have proper entry documents for all countries they plan to visit as part of this programme!

How do I apply?

Early Bird Registration Deadline: 15 February 2013.

Application deadline: 20 May 2013 (ISC)

Application deadline: 29 March 2013 (Optional Internship)

All applications are to be submitted via OPAS.

Who to contact for more information?

For internship enquiries: isc@korea.ac.kr

For other enquiries, please click here.