First Year Abroad in Seoul, South Korea

Konkuk University

Konkuk University is a notable, private university with a focus on research, international collaboration, and comprehensive education. Here students will have the opportunity to live in a vibrant capital city that blends high-tech modernity with ancient culture like no other. Konkuk’s Seoul campus is centrally located on the Han River and is an outstanding, enclosed campus offering first-class student facilities.

Program Highlights

Relevant Coursework

Students can take courses taught in English in STEM, humanities, and business at an AACSB-accredited university.

 

Student Housing

Students will stay in on-campus housing with other local and international students. Students housing includes access to a café, restaurants, convenience store, and so much more.

 

Academic Success

Konkuk has world-class programs in music education, engineering, and more. With specializations in a variety of fields, students will receive the support they need to achieve their degree goals.

 

Courses

The courses below are a sample of what is offered at Konkuk University and are specifically chosen for first-year programming. Not all courses are available during both fall and spring semesters. Please ask your representative for more information regarding course availability and additional course options.

  • Business

    We offer a range of introductory business courses available to first-year students. See below for a sample of the courses offered:

    • Introduction to Marketing
    • Introduction to Accounting
    • International Business
    • Principles of Microeconomics
    • Principles of Microeconomics
    • Business Math
     
  • Engineering & Computing

    If your students are looking to begin their higher education in engineering or computing, they will need introductory science or math courses with labs. See below for a sample of the courses offered:

    • Chemistry for Engineering + Lab
    • Physics for Engineering + Lab
    • Calculus I
    • Calculus II
    • Statistics
  • Humanities & Social Sciences

    We offer several different opportunities for first-year students interested in communications, humanities, and social sciences. These are also great options to fulfill general education requirements. See below for a sample of courses offered:

    • Introduction to Psychology
    • Introduction to Communication Studies
    • World History
    • Culture and Society in Spain
    • Media & Society
  • Natural Sciences & Environmental Studies

    Students can get started right away with their introductory courses in sciences and environmental studies. See below for a sample of courses offered:

    • General Biology
    • Foundations of Chemistry
    • Introduction to Earth Systems
    • Introduction to Nutrition
    • Introduction to Sustainability
    • Survey of Human Geography

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On-Site Support

At Konkuk University, your students will be paired with a local student to help them adjust to university life and living in Seoul. Students will also receive weekly academic advising for the first six weeks of their program. In these sessions, our on-site team will monitor academic success and adjustment into a new learning environment, social integration, and help them navigate culture shock.


Engagement Opportunities

Our local staff arrange various activities during the semester designed to help immerse students in the local culture. Engagement activities include tree planting, Hanbok in the palace, Han River cruise, a city view from the tallest building in Korea, indie band concert, walking Namsan mountain trail, meeting with a North Korean defector, and more.

What’s Included

Our holistic approach means first year students will have access to the same support all our students enjoy, including one-of-a-kind support before departure, on the ground while they are abroad, and when they return home. Below is a list of what is included:  

Comprehensive Advising and Support

24-Hour Emergency

Comprehensive Health, Safety, and Security Support

Airport Reception

Visa Support

Tuition at the Host University

Housing

Bridging Cultures Orientation

Full-Time Resident Staff

On-Site ISA Offices

Internet Access

ISA Discovery Model

Excursions

Cultural Activities

Insurance

Official Transcript from the Host University

Professional Development Toolbox

Scholarship Opportunities

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