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Studying in South Korea

South Korea is advanced in technology, engineering and electronics, with universities in Seoul and beyond among Asia's best. Teaching is mostly in Korean, with English programs especially at graduate level.

View its 9 universities Attaché and embassy

South Korea

Seoul

Universities
9
Tracks
4
Living costs
Moderate

South Korea at a glance

Capital
Seoul
Population
51.7 million
Official languages
Korean
Language of study
Korean; English programs, especially at graduate level
Currency
South Korean won (KRW)
Time difference
6 hours ahead of Saudi Arabia
Climate
Four seasons: hot, humid summers and cold, dry winters

Cost of living

Moderate
More affordableMore expensive

Seoul costs more than other cities; university housing is inexpensive.

English language

Typical IELTS and TOEFL iBT scores by degree; each university and major sets its own.

Bachelor

IELTS
5.5–6.5
TOEFL iBT
72–80

Master

IELTS
6.0–6.5
TOEFL iBT
79–90

PhD

IELTS
6.5
TOEFL iBT
80–90
Accepted tests: IELTS Academic TOEFL iBT TOPIK
Some universities may accept: Duolingo English Test TEPS Not confirmed: check with the university before taking one of these.

Programs in Korean usually ask for TOPIK level 3–4; universities run Korean language institutes.

Working while studying

Students may work part time with immigration permission, within a weekly limit that depends on level of study and Korean ability (about 25–35 hours).

For guidance only: confirm with the university, the attaché and the official rules.

Program tracks that include it

Ministry of Education

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Scholarship Program

  • Emdad Track 9 universities
    Degrees:
    Bachelor's degree, Master's degree
    Fields:
    Agriculture, Forestry, Fisheries And Veterinary, Business, Administration and Law, Engineering, manufacturing and construction, Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs), Natural sciences, mathematics and statistics, Services
  • Research and Development Track 6 universities
    Degrees:
    Doctorate
    Fields:
    Agriculture, Forestry, Fisheries And Veterinary, Engineering, manufacturing and construction, Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs), Natural sciences, mathematics and statistics, Social sciences, journalism and information

Ministry of Culture

Cultural Scholarship

Universities in South Korea

9 universities in the approved lists; here are some of them.

View all 9 universities