South Korea
South Korea is a country in East Asia, occupying the southern part of the Korean peninsula. It shares a border with North Korea to the north. Water surrounds the rest of its perimeter: the East Sea (Sea of Japan) is to the east, the Yellow Sea to the west and the East China Sea to the south. The Korea Strait separates it from the Japanese island of Tsushima in the southeast. South Korea, with its capital Seoul, comprises about 45 percent of the peninsula's total land area.
South Korea offers a unique and highly advantageous package for ambitious international students:
South Korea is home to prestigious institutions like Seoul National University (SNU), KAIST and Yonsei University, which consistently rank high globally for their academic rigor and research output.
As one of the world's most technologically advanced nations, South Korea is a leader in IT, Robotics, AI and Engineering. Students in these fields get access to cutting-edge research and opportunities to collaborate with global tech giants like Samsung and LG.
The Korean education system is known for its intensity and strong focus on practical skills, ensuring graduates are highly sought after by employers worldwide
Compared to popular destinations like the US or UK, South Korea often offers more affordable tuition fees for international students.
The government and universities are keen to attract international talent, offering numerous financial aid options, including the highly competitive Global Korea Scholarship (GKS).
Artificial Intelligence, Data science, Cyber security, Dermatologist, Biomedical engineering,
Government scholarships: GKS Scholarship, AMA Scholarship
University-specific scholarships(Based on academics and language proficiency score)
Up to 24 months of post study work visa permit is allowed.
Indian students in the South Korea can work part-time for a maximum of 25 hours per week during the academic year or full-time (up to 40 hours)
A minimum overall band score of 5.5 is typically the requirement for the visa, although many universities ask for higher scores (6.5-7.0) for scholarships.
Considered a valid alternative to IELTS for meeting language proficiency requirements