Sungkyunkwan University

Key information

Partner Institution: Sungkyunkwan University

Location: Seoul, Korea

Dates: 28 June - 26 July 2024

Costs: No program cost (more information can be found below)

Funding:

• A$1,000 Swinburne Abroad Travel Grants available
• $9,504 OS-HELP Loans available for eligible students

Application deadline: 30 April 2024

Overview

Ever wanted to visit Korea? Escape the winter cold in Melbourne and head to Europe for 4 weeks during your break, as you study at one of our partner universities, Sungkyunkwan University in Seoul, Korea. Their short-term summer program is an exceptional academic program designed to immerse participants in the captivating narrative of Seoul.

With many courses in different study areas, you'll be spoilt for choice! Don't miss the chance to exchange diverse perspectives on global issues, establish friendships with individuals from various cultural backgrounds, and delve into Korea's rich history, culture, food and society.

Classes are taught in English and you will earn academic credit towards your Swinburne degree as each course will take you on an interesting academic journey, with activities and trips designed to take you far beyond what any tourist could experience. 

Activities and highlights:

• Gyeongbokgung & Cheongwadae tour 
• Korean Folk Village Tour
• Everland & Caribbean bay amusement park
• Painters show
   

Courses offered

Students can choose up to 3 courses. Select courses from the following study areas:

• Business & Economics
• Computer & Data Science
• Engineering
• Korean Studies & Korean Language
• Social Sciences & Humanities
   

View course selection

Eligibility criteria

To apply for this program, students must:

• be enrolled into an Undergraduate degree
• meet the overseas exchange program eligibility requirements
• meet any pre-requisites listed by the host institution and for the courses you choose (if applicable)
   

Academic credit

Each course is worth 3 credits each. You can choose to study up to 3 courses (worth up to 9 credits).

You are able to take this program as credit for two of your elective units. Alternatively, you may be able to use core units for this program, subject to approval from your Course Director.

Credit equivalence

3-6 credits = 12.5 CP (1 unit) at Swinburne

9 credits = 25 CP (2 units) at Swinburne

Costs

No program cost.

Tuition fees to the host university are waived for students completing a short-term exchange program at one of our partner universities. You will continue to pay your regular tuition fees to Swinburne while you are on the program.

You will need to pay for:

• Accommodation
• Cultural activities

Note: There may be other program costs incurred outside of tuition fees, including living expenses, airfares, and visas (if applicable).