2020 KNU Global Summer School Brochure
The KNU Global Summer School consists of two sessions. Session 1 is from June 29 to July 24(4 weeks) and Session 2 is from August 10 to 21(2 weeks). It brings together students and academics for a unique intercultural experience through provoking lectures of global and Korean issues as well as Korean language and culture during Session 1. If you want to learn Korean language and culture only, please join Session 2. All courses are taught either in English or Korean, and you will take courses with other participants from all over the world.
About 2020 KNU Global Summer School
- Eligibility : International University Students
- Session 1 : June 29 – July 24 (4 weeks, 6 credits)
- Session 2 : August 10 – 21 (2 weeks, 3 credits)
Application Deadline: 8 May, 2020
Payment Deadline: 15 May, 2020
Session Specification
| Common Features | Session 1 (4 Weeks) | Session 2 (2 Weeks) | |
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| Academic Course (Optional) | Korean Language & Culture (Mandatory in Session 1 & 2) | ||
| Credits | 3 Credits (45 hrs) | 3 Credits (45 hrs) | 3 Credits (45 hrs) |
| Operational Schedule | 29 June ~ 24 July, 2020 Check in: 28 June Check out: 25 July |
10 ~ 21 August, 2020 Check in: 9 August Check out: 22 August |
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- Session 1 participants can select 2 classes (6 credits): - One optional and one mandatory
- 1 credit is equivalent to 15 hours of course work
- Changing course(s) is not available after the application deadline
Academic Courses - 3 Credits
Korean Language & Culture – 3 credits
| Korean Language | Cultural Experience | Field Trip | Authentic Korea-Daegu |
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| Language Classes (Basic/Intermediate) Level test will be included * during orientation Korean Language 1 Syllabus Korean Language 2 Syllabus |
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2020 KNU Global Summer School Program Schedule
Session1
| Session1 | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat |
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| Week1 | June28 Dorm Check-in |
June29 Class |
June30 Class |
July1 Class |
July2 Taekwondo K-Pop Dance Hanbok Dress Tea Ceremony |
July3 Gyeongju Excursion |
July4 Free Time |
| Week2 | July5 Free Time |
July6 Class |
July7 Class |
July8 Class |
July9 Daegu City Tour & Night View |
July10~11 Busan Excursion |
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| Week3 | July12 | July13 Class |
July14 Class |
July15 Class |
July16 K-Drama & Movie Day Chicken &Beer Festival |
July17 Company Visit to Samsung |
July18 Free Time |
| Week4 | July19 Free Time |
July20 Class |
July21 Class |
July22 Class |
July23 Daegu Clay Shooting Range |
July24 Farewell Party |
July25 Dorm Check-out |
Session2
| Session2 | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat |
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| Week1 | Aug9 Dorm Check-in |
Aug10 Class |
Aug11 Class |
Aug12 Class |
Aug13 Taekwondo K-Pop Dance Daegu City Tour |
Aug14 Busan Excursion |
Aug15 Free Time |
| Week2 | Aug16 Free Time |
Aug17 Class |
Aug18 Class |
Aug19 Class |
Aug20 Gyeongju Excursion |
Aug21 Farewell Party |
Aug22 Dorm Check-out |
Application Process
- Students from partner universities must be nominated by their home universities via knusummer@knu.ac.kr before submitting the online application - Students from non-partner universities must send 'name/home university name/nationality/email address' directly to email knusummer@knu.ac.kr
- Students will receive online application form within 3 days and choose either 'Session 1' or 'Session 2'
- Complete the online application from January 24th to May 8th
- Complete the payment and upload a copy of remittance of program fee on KNU website before May 15th
- All admitted students receive a copy of admission via email
(Those that need original copy for visa issuance should send an email or request separately) - Application Deadline: May 8th
Travel Insurance
Program fees do not cover travel insurance for participants. Students must purchase their own travel insurance before arriving in Korea.
Buddy Program
KNU arranges student 'buddies' for program participants to help them settle in when they arrive, facilitating various experiences in Korea.
Accommodation
Rooms are fully equipped with twin beds (two students per room). Meals are not included but dormitory cafeteria provides food with extra charge (cooking is not permitted). Other facilities include wardrobes, showers, laundry (coin-operated washing machines), gym, and water purifier. Dorm rooms have wi-fi but a wi-fi connecting device is required. Bedding (linen sheets and pillow) are provided.
Program Fee
| Session1 (4-Week) | Session2 (2-Week) | |
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| Application Fee | Waived (KGSS 2020 Promo) | Waived (KGSS 2020 Promo) |
| Students from partner universities | USD1,400 | USD1,000 |
| Students from non-partner universities | USD1,680 | USD1,200 |
Application fee of USD100 is waived as a special promotion to all students of KGSS 2020. However, the application fee will be still charged is case of program withdrawal due to any reason.
The fees cover
- √ 4-week / 2-week tuition
- √ Accommodation in a twin room
- √ Field trips and leisure activities
- √ Welcome package (Summer T-shirt, Bag and KNU special gift)
Fee Payment Account
- Daegu Bank : Kyungpook National University Branch 111, Oksan-Ro, Buk-Gu Daugu, South Korea
- Account number : 532-10-123035-5
- Swift Code : DAEBKR22
How to pay by bank transfer
- Make sure program fees are transferred under the name of the participant
- Fee transfer commission must be paid by applicants
Cancellation & Refund Policy
- Except for instances of serious illness or other acceptable reasons determined by university, there will be no refund for cancellation. Cancellation requests should be made by email to: knusummer@knu.ac.kr
- On or before 5 May: 100% Refund
- From 26 May to 6 June: 50% Refund
- After 7 June: Non-refundable
Please note that bank-transfer charges will be deducted from total amount refunded.
Contact
Office of International Affairs Kyungpook National University 80 Daehakro, Buk-Gu, Daegu, Republic of Korea, 41566
www.en.knu.ac.kr / Email: knusummer@knu.ac.kr / Tel: +82-53-950-2424
