Program Information 2023

KOICA-KNU
Master's Degree Program in
Agricultural Engineering

Aug 17 2023 – Dec 20 2024

Daegu, Republic of Korea

Korea International Cooperation Agency Kyungpook National University

* Participants are strongly advised to thoroughly read and follow the provided instructions in the Program Information. *
Contents

I. PROGRAM OVERVIEW ................................................................................................................................... 3

II. HOW TO APPLY ................................................................................................................................................ 4

III. PROGRAM CONTENTS................................................................................................................................ 6

IV. TRAINING INSTITUTE................................................................................................................................ 14

V. ACADEMIC REGULATIONS..................................................................................................................... 23

VI. PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................................................................................. 28

Ⅶ. CONTACTS ..................................................................................................................................................... 29
 Ⅰ. PROGRAM OVERVIEW

▣ Program Title: KOICA-KNU Master’s Degree Program in Agricultural Engineering

▣ Duration

1) Stay duration: August 17, 2023 – December 20, 2024 (17 months)

2) Academic duration: September 1, 2023 – February 14, 2025 (19 months)

* During 17 months in KNU, students are strongly recommended to complete every

required academic and graduation requirement. In accordance to the university
regulations, the diploma will be issued in February 14, 2025.

▣ Degree: Master of Science

▣ Objectives

1) To train public officials to become the changing agents for development who can
contribute to the agricultural engineering development of their country, region and the
global society as a whole

2) To share Korean experiences of economic and social development and provide

practical knowledge of agricultural production technology, and good agricultural
practices that accelerated Korea’s growth

3) To strengthen the strategic partnership with developing countries for future

collaboration in the agricultural engineering sector

▣ Training Institute: Graduate School of Kyungpook National University

(http://grad.knu.ac.kr)

▣ Number of Participants: 15 Government Officials

▣ Language: English fluency that requires no translation

▣ Accommodations : KNU On-campus Dormitory

* Arrival date is subject to change in accordance with the flight schedule resulting from COVID-19

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 Ⅱ. HOW TO APPLY
<A two-track approach of an application process>
- For KOICA documents;
∙ KOICA documents (KOICA application form) should be sent to the regional KOICA office or the
relevant government office
∙ an original copy should be sent to the regional KOICA office or the relevant government office

with the sealed envelope for your privacy protection.

- For university documents;

∙ a scanned copy should be sent to University (via an official university email)

∙ an original copy should be sent to the regional KOICA office or the relevant government office

with the sealed envelop for your privacy protection till the end of local medical checkup. (After

the medical checkup, an original copy should be handed in to the university directly by the
applicant.

▣ APPLICATION METHOD
- University documents should be submitted to official university email
- Send e-mail with attached documents
- E-mail address : [email protected]
- E-mail subject form : [Nationality] Application for SP in Agricultural Engineering/ Student Name

▣ REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
- KOICA documents (should be submitted to the regional KOICA Office or the relevant
government office)
※ An original copy of the document should be submitted to the regional KOICA office or the relevant
government office with the sealed envelope for your privacy protection.

1) KOICA Application Form

2) An Official Recommendation Letter (or a referral) from the government of the applicant
3) A Scanned copy of the Applicant's Passport (please check the expiration date).

- University documents (should be submitted to University via an official university email) 메모 포함[k1]: 상기 명시된 대학 측 접수방법 상세
※ An original copy of the document should be submitted to the regional KOICA office or the relevant 명시 필요
government office with the sealed envelope for your privacy protection till the end of local medical
checkup. (After medical checkup, an original copy should be handed in to the university directly by
the applicant)

1) Kyungpook National University Form 1: (Type in English and print out. Handwriting is not
acceptable.)
2) Kyungpook National University Form 2: Personal Statement and Study Plan (Type in English and
print out. Handwriting is not acceptable.)

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3) Kyungpook National University Form Form 3: Recommendation Letter for Admission from your
workplace
4) Official Bachelor’s Certificate of Graduation and Transcript
• These documents should be submitted with the attachment of Apostille or the attachment of an
Authentication issued by the Korean Embassy or Consulate, or relevant ministry of the applicant’s
country. (Apostille is unnecessary during the application process.)
5) Certificate of Employment
6) Certificate proving English Proficiency (if applicable)
• Please submit a score report of a recognized English Proficiency Test such as TOEFL, TEPS, IELTS
or any other supporting documents which demonstrate appropriate English language proficiency.
7) A Copy of the Applicant’s Passport
• a copy of page showing the passport number, date of issue and expiration, photo and name)
8) Doctor’s Opinion Paper about health check-up review

▼Important Notes for All Applicants;

1) All forms should be typed in English and all the supporting documents should be in English.
Documents in any other language should be accompanied by a notarized English translation.
2) Original documents should be submitted. (If unavailable, the originating institution must authorize
copies before they are submitted.)
3) If any of the submitted materials contain false information, admission will be rescinded.
4) Applicants whose forms and supporting documents are incomplete or insufficient will be
disqualified for the admission process.
5) Applicants should take full responsibility for any disadvantage due to the mistakes or omissions in
the application.

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 Ⅲ. PROGRAM CONTENTS
1. ACADEMIC SCHEDULE

Session Date (YYYY.MM.DD) Contents / Remarks

∘ Arrival in Korea
∘ KOICA Orientation
∘ Check in in KNU Dormitory & KNU Orientation
∘ KNU Entrance Ceremony, KNU Campus Tour
∘ KNU International Students’ Orientation
Preparatory ∘ Special Lecture Series for
Session 2023.08.17. – 2023.08.31. - Korean Language Course
(3 weeks) - Sexual Harassment Awareness & Prevention (required)
- Saemaul Education
- How to Write a Thesis
∘ Field Trip, Culture Exploration
∘ Registration for Fall Semester
∘ Open the Bank Account

∘ Fall Semester (max 15 credits)

∘ Course Enrollment for Fall Semester
Fall Semester ∘ Basic Korean (required/non-credit)
(1st Semester, 2023.09.01. – 2023.12.21. ∘ Selection of Thesis Academic Advisor
15 weeks) ∘ Mid-term (Week 8)
∘ Final-term (Week 15)
∘ Study Visit, Seminar

Winter Semester ∘ Winter Internship Program (3 credits)

2023.12.22. – 2024.01.12.
(3 weeks) ∘ Study Visit

∘ Korean Language Test (1 time, Graduation

Requirement)
Winter Break ∘ Study Visit, Culture Exploration, Volunteer Work
2023.12.22. – 2024.02.29.
(10 weeks)
∘ Registration for Spring Semester
∘ Course Enrollment for Spring Semester

∘ Spring Semester (max 12 credits)

Spring Semester ∘ Basic Korean (optional/non-credit)
(2nd Semester, 2024.03.01. – 2024.06.20. ∘ Mid-term (Week 9)
15 weeks) ∘ Final-term (Week 16)
∘ Study Visit, Seminar

Summer Semester ∘ Summer Internship Program (3 credits)

2024.06.21. – 2024.07.12.
(3 weeks) ∘ Study Visit

∘ Summer Internship Program (1 week)

Summer Break ∘ Study Visit, Culture Exploration
2024.06.21. – 2024.08.31.
(10 weeks) ∘ Registration for Fall Semester
∘ Course Enrollment for Fall Semester

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 Session Date (YYYY.MM.DD) Contents / Remarks

Fall Semester ∘ Summer Internship Program (3 credits)

2024.09.01. – 2024.12.20.
(3 weeks) ∘ Study Visit

∘ Final Oral Defense

2024. 10.25. –2024.12.20.
∘ Thesis Presentation

Wrap-up Session
2024.12.16. ∘ Completion Ceremony

2024.12.17.–2024.12.20. ∘ Departure
* The above schedule is subject to change.
* A detailed schedule will be provided upon arrival.
* There will be supplementary lectures on account of holidays.

2. CURRICULUM

1) Course Offerings by Module

Module Type/Credits Course Title

∘ Advanced Irrigation Structures Engineering

Basic Theory &
Required (3) ∘ Field Practice
Methodology
∘ Thesis Research
∘ Hydraulic Environment Engineering
∘ Water Quality and Environmental Engineering
∘ Advanced Topics in Agricultural Hydraulic Structures
∘ Advanced Mechanics of Composite Materials for
Module 1. Agricultural Hydraulic Structures
Agricultural Hydraulic Elective (3) ∘ Sustainable Materials for Reinforcement of Agricultural
and Structures Hydraulic Structures
∘ Advanced Subsurface Characterization Methods for
Agricultural Hydraulic Structures
∘ Water resources system design and operation
∘ Regional Energy Engineering
∘ Mechanization for farming
Module2 ∘ Smart-farm engineering
Agricultural Products ∘ Bio-industrial modeling and analysis
Management and ICT Elective (3) ∘ ICT Convergence Agricultural Engineering
Convergence ∘ Agricultural product management and processing
Technology ∘ Agri-informatics engineering
∘ Post-Harvest Technology

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 Module Type/Credits Course Title

∘ Crop Production
∘ Soil and Fertilizer Management
∘ Climate Change and Crop Production
∘ Comprehensive Crop Physiology
Module3 ∘ Introductory Plant Biotechnology
Sustainable Food
Elective (3) ∘ Agricultural Policy
Production and
∘ Saemaul Movement and Rural Development
Environment
∘ Action Plan
∘ Food Safety Control
∘ Principle of Food Processing
∘ Water resources system design and operation
* The above curriculum is subject to change.

2) Curriculum & Credits

- The credits required to complete the Master’s program: 24 credits

Semester
Type/Credits Course Title
(credits taken)

∘ History of Korean Development

∘ History of Korean Rural Development
Preparatory Session - ∘ Basic Korean
∘ Prevention of Sexual Harassment
∘ Basic Statistic Analysis

∘ Korean Language (non-credit)

Required (3) ∘ Advanced Irrigation Structures Engineering
∘ Thesis Research

∘ Hydraulic environment engineering in agriculture

∘ Water Quality and Environmental Engineering in
Agriculture
2023 ∘ Advanced Topics in Agricultural Hydraulic Structures
Fall Semester
∘ Special Topics in Agricultural Machinery Design
(15 credits)
Elective (3) ∘ Agricultural Hydraulics
∘ Bio-industrial Modeling and Analysis
∘ Agri-informatics Engineering
∘ Post-Harvest Technology
∘ Weed Management
∘ Protected Horticulture and Practice

Winter Semester
Elective (3) ∘ Field Seminar 1
(3 credits)

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 Semester
Type/Credits Course Title
(credits taken)

∘ Winter Internship Program (non-credit)

∘ Study Visit
Winter Break -
∘ Forum/Conference/Seminar
∘ Cultural Event, etc.

∘ Advanced Mechanics of Composite Materials for

Agricultural Hydraulic Structures
∘ Sustainable Materials for Reinforcement of
Agricultural Hydraulic Structures
∘ Advanced Subsurface Characterization Methods for
Agricultural Hydraulic Structures
2024 ∘ Mechanization for Farming
Spring Semester Elective (3)
∘ Smart-farm Engineering
(12 credits)
∘ Agricultural Processing System Engineering and
Practice
∘ Agricultural Process System Engineering
∘ Protected Horticulture and Practice
∘ Introductory Plant Biotechnology
∘ Water Resources System Design and Operation

Summer Semester
Elective (3) ∘ Field Seminar 2
(3 credits)

∘ Winter Internship Program (non-credit)

∘ Study Visit
Summer Break -
∘ Forum/Conference/Seminar
∘ Cultural Event, etc.

2024
Elective (3) ∘ Thesis Research
Fall Semester
* The above curriculum is subject to change.

3) Thesis Schedule
Period Contents
Sep. 2023 Submit a proposal to academic advisor
Sep. 2023. ~ Aug. 2024 Conduct research and collect data
Sep. 2024 Final stage of the thesis
Oct. 2024 Application for thesis submission
Oct. ~ Dec. 2024 Thesis presentation and Examination
Jan. 2025 Submission of Final Thesis

4) Graduation Requirements
- In order to graduate, students must complete 24 credits, earn a GPA higher than
4.2, and pass the Korean Language Test held during the first winter break.
- Students should submit their degree thesis within a specified period and pass with
the approval of the review committee members.
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3. EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES (TENTATIVE)
- Study visit, field trip and internship program are offered to improve the knowledge and learning
from basic and advanced courses to the work-site applicable level. Furthermore, forum,
conference and seminar are offered to promote knowledge and understanding of matters relating
to agricultural engineering.

1) Study Visit & Field Trip Plan (all-year-round)

Type Organization Contents
National Institute of ∘ Field trip to research and development of agricultural
Agricultural Sciences
machinery
Rural Development
Administration ∘ A field trip to R&D on post-harvest management technology
Government
National Institute of ∘ Diagnostic technology for pests
Horticultural and ∘ Special horticultural crops development technology
Herbal Science ∘ Eco-friendly soil water management technology

Korea Rural ∘ Current status of agricultural water management

Community ∘ Eco soil
Related
Corporation ∘ Agricultural water management technology
Organization
Anifarm Co. ∘ Agricultural LED technology by crop
Type Organization Contents
Smart Farm
Exhibition ∘ Experience on advanced smart farm facilities and operation
Innovation Valley

Exhibition for ∘ Current status of agricultural machinery

Agricultural Machinery ∘ Technology for utilizing agricultural machinery

Re-invitation of ∘ Success and failure factors of work-site application

Trainees Forum
Fourm
Conference on Food ∘ Dissemination of agricultural technology and information in the
Security and field of agricultural production
Agricultural
∘ Promotion of international development cooperation projects
Development
Korea Rural ∘ Understanding agricultural drones
Conference Community
∘ Disease and pest control technology
Corporation
Drone World ∘ Technology for collecting, drying, storing, processing, and
Education Institute selling rice
Rice Processing ∘ Nutrient management technology
Agricultural Complex ∘ Feed crop cultivation technology
Corporation
∘ Field trip to research and development of agricultural
TMF Feed Factory machinery
∘ A field trip to R&D on post-harvest management technology
* The above schedule is subject to change.

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 Agricultural Product
Hydroponic Farming Company
Processing Factory

Agricultural Technology
Drone World Education Institute Rice Processing Center
Extension Center

2) Forum, Conference and Special Lecture (all-year-round)

- The KOICA-KNU Master’s Degree Program offers various academic forum, conference and
special lectures for students all-year-round. All students are free to join the events on their
choice and gain real experience in an area of agriculture. Such events will help students get the
information on new development trend and on how to build the strong partnerships with South
Korea in order to reduce poverty and increase economic growth in developing countries.

Corporation World-Agri-Vision
Hybrid-Webinar Event ODA International Conference
Regular General Meeting

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3) Internship Program
- During winter and summer vacation, Internship Programs will be offered in government agencies
and others based on a mutual agreement between KNU & government agencies for KOICA-KNU
Scholarship Program.

Number of
Type Organization Contents
Participants
Rural Development Administration Study Visit & Training
Government
Korea Rural Community Corporation Study Visit & Training
Smart Farm Innovation Valley Field Training
Related
Korea Agricultural Machinery Industry Change in
Organization Study Visit & Training
Cooperative accordance with
Anifarm Co. Field Training agency
Agricultural
Corporation Drone Wold Education Center Field Training
Research, Project
NGO World-Agri Vision
Design

4) International Cultural Events

- KNU-KOICA Scholarship Program offers annual International Cultural Events to celebrate

global diversity and enjoy a showcase of international artistic talents. All Korean and KOICA-KNU
Master’s Degree Program students share food, music, and dance, presenting the traditions and
history of their home countries. These cultural events are a great melting pot for culture and
knowledge.

International Cultural Events

5) UCC Contents

- KNU-KOICA Scholarship Program introduces various UCC contests hosted by different

organizations to the students to encourage them to make use of their experiences and ideas
gained from KNU, thereby promoting their pride as a member of the college.

- UCC Contest Award Record

Contest Award Host Organization Participants Go to see the Winner Piece
The 5th
1 st
Cheongdo Foundation for KNU-KOICA https://www.youtube.com/watch
Saemaul UCC
Prize Korean Spiritual Culture Batch 6 Students ?v=E5hFa8Ovfwo&t=2s
Contest Winner

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Announcement
2020 Saemaul 3rd The Saemaul Globalization KNU-KOICA https://www.youtube.com/watch
Song Contest Prize Foundation Batch 6 Students ?v=YMQvGqNM6JQ&t=6s

6) Sports Day

- KNU-KOICA Scholarship Program offers annual Sports Day inviting faculty members and students
to gather in the field to participate in a series of sport activities and take advantage of the
opportunity provided to showcase their hidden athleticism.

Sports Activities

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 Ⅳ. TRAINING INSTITUTE
1. GENERAL INFORMATION
1) KNU’s Educational Goal

KNU is transformed through innovation, communication, and its impression on the world.
KNU became known for producing the top Korea intellectuals of the age, representing the Republic of Korea
with pride. Our goal is to reaffirm the status long held by KNU, bringing change and the spirit of innovation to
the world. We will become a university that inspires people the world over with our achievements.

We are a globally-oriented, knowledge-driven university.

KNU will be a university that not only creates knowledge but also leads the stream of intelligence as it takes a
step ahead. As a university with one of the nation’s largest campuses and operating infrastructures, we strive
to impress the region, the nation, and the world.

We put investment in human resources above all else.

KNU will give first priority to concentrated investment in human resources development, producing talented
individuals with the wisdom of cultural insight and scientific technology; passionate professionals who enjoy a
challenge; people who will lead the world with creativity and innovation. In addition, we will create an
educational and professional environment in which all people-students, professors, and staff of the university-
trust and cooperate with each other.

2) The Graduate School of KNU (Daegu Campus)

Graduate School of KNU was established in October 20, 1953, since twhen its objectives have been to explore
sound academic theories and methods in depth, to activate academic research in order to promote the human
qualities and disciplines required in society, and to contribute to national development and the prosperity of the
mankind. The excellent teaching staff and academic supervisors who are outstanding in their research and
educational capacities, have consistently given quality guidance to enthusiastic MA and doctoral students on
the basis of future-oriented curricula and systematic teaching methods.

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 3) Homepage
• Kyungpook National University: http://en.knu.ac.kr
• The Graduate School of KNU: http://grad.knu.ac.kr
• Institute of International Research & Development: http://iard.knu.ac.kr

2. ACCOMMODATION
1) KNU On-campus Dormitory

Communal Kitchen Communal Landry Room Room

* Dormitory facilities may differ depending on the dormitory assigned.

• Living Conditions
- The rooms are designed for a single person. (Room per person)
- The room includes a bed, a desk, a chair, a bookshelf, a wardrobe.
- Communal area includes a bathroom, a kitchen, a laundry room, a lounge.
- Personal items, including bedding sets (such as blankets and pillows), are NOT provided.
- Possessing or using any of the electric heating appliances is prohibited.
- English-speaking staff available at the dormitory.
- Free Wi-Fi is available across the campus of KNU for currently enrolled students.
- Electrical outlets: 220V

2) Other Facilities
- A prayer room is prepared for students from Arab cultures in terms of religious equity and cultural
diversity.
- The Global Lounge is a multipurpose space for foreign students to discuss academic issues and share
information, as well as to strengthen friendship.

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 A prayer room for Muslim students

3. OTHER INFORMATION
1) KNU Campus Map

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 Area 1
100. Main Administration Bldg.
102. Main Auditorium
103. Global Plaza
(Center for Lifelong Edu., Art Gallery, Bank) 115. Mobile-Techno Bldg.
104. College of Humanities 116. General Information Center
105. Youngsundong 117. Technopark
106. Humanities Korea Bldg. 118. College of Pharmacy
107. Graduate School Bldg. 119. Fine Art & Design Bldg.
108. Student Service Center 120. College of Music & Visual Arts
109. Library / Cafeteria 121. Carving & Modeling Bldg.
110. IT Services 122. Munye-gwan
111. Central Library 123. Garage
112. Language Institute 124. Dormitory(Nuri-Gwan)
113. Dormitory(hyangto-gwan) 125. College of Agriculture & Life
114. Dormitory(Cheomsung-gwan) Science Bldg.4

Area 2 Area 3
201. College of Agriculture & Life Science Bldg.1
202. College of Agriculture & Life Science Bldg.3
203. College of Agriculture & Life Science Bldg.2 301. Teacher's College
204. KNU Press 302. Graduate Education School
205. Bokhyun Bldg. 303. Woodang Bldg.
206. Children Education Center 304. Common Lecture Bldg.4
207. Biotechnology Bldg. 305. Student Union Bldg.
208. Natural Science Bldg.1 306. KNU Museum
209. College of Natural Sciences 307. College of Human Ecology
210. Natural Science Bldg.2 308. College of Economics &
211. Swimming Pool Business Administration1
212. Gymnasium 2 309. College of Economics &
213. Gymnasium 1 Business Administration2
214. Chungryong-gwan 310. College of Social Sciences
215. Student Club Bldg. 311. College of Law/Graduate Law
216. R.O.T.C School
217. Biology Bldg.
218. Scientific Instruments Center

Area 4 Area 5
401. College of Engineering Bldg.2
402. College of Engineering Bldg.2A
403. Environmental Science Institute 501. Dormitory (Jilli-gwan)
404. College of Engineering Bldg.1 502. Dormitory (Bongsa-gwan)
405. Environmental Science & Technology Institute 503. Dormitory (Hwamok-gwan)
406. College of Engineering Bldg.9 504. Dormitory (Gungji-gwan)
407. Chemistry Bldg. 505. Dormitory (Hyupdong-gwan)
408-412. College of Engineering Bldg.12/3/6/7/4 506. Dormitory (Myeonhak-gwan)
413-14. College of IT Engineering Bldg.3/4 507. Dormitory (Sungshil-gwan)
415. IT convergence Engineering Bldg. 508. Dormitory (Moonhwa-gwan)
416. College of IT Engineering Bldg.2 509. Faculty Apartments
417. Semiconductor Reserch Bldg. 510. Substation
418. College of IT Engineering Bldg.1 511. Business Incubation Center
419. College of Engineering Bldg.8
420. College of Veterinary Medicine
421. Veterinary Hospital

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2) The Central Library
- Students can use their ID card to enter the library and to borrow books and other materials.
- Circulation services, interlibrary loans, multimedia services are available
- Smart learning room, Communication room, Study room, Café, Book gallery, etc.
- Homepage: http://kudos.knu.ac.kr/eng/

3) Welfare Facilities
• Banking information
- You can open your bank account, deposit money, transfer money overseas and other bank
services are available. For more inquires: please call ☏ 053-954-7025
- Location
Shinhan Bank: 305, Area 3(Student Union Bldg., 1F)
Daegu Bank: 103, Area 1 (DGB Culture Center)

• Post Office
- You can send letters and packages at the campus.
- Location: 305, Area 3 (Student Union Bldg., 2F)

• Bookstore
- All kinds of books are available.
- Location: 305, Area 3 (Student Union Bldg., 1F)
• Cafeterias and Convenient Facilities
- All kinds of books are available.
- Location: 305, Area 3 (Student Union Bldg., 1F)

Service Location Service Hours

205, Area 2 (Bokhyun Bldg., 1F)

103, Area1 (Global Plaza, 3F) Service hours are different
Cafeteria 408, Area 4 (College of Engineering Bldg. 12, 1F) during the semester and
305, Area 3 (Student Union Bldg., 2F) during vacation.
116, Area 1 (General Info Center, 1F)

109, Area 1 (Library/Cafeteria, 1F)

205, Area 2 (Bokhyun Bldg., 1F) All stores are open during
Convenience Store
103, Area 1(Global Plaza, 1F) normal business hours
305, Area 3 (Student Union Bldg., 2F)

205, Area 2 (Bokhyun Bldg., 2F)

All stores are open during
Coffee Shop 103, Area 1 (Global Plaza, 1F)
normal business hours
305, Area 3 (Student Union Bldg., 1F)

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 • Sports Facilities
- There are various sports facilities such as fitness room, indoor swimming pool, tennis and
basketball courts on campus. For more information, please visit website: http://sports.knu.ac.kr
- Location: 213, Area 2 (Gymnasium 2), 212, Area 2 (Gymnasium 1)

• Others

Service Location Service Hours

Shoe Repair Shop 305, Area 3 (Student Union Bldg., 1F)

Flower Shop 305, Area 3 (Student Union Bldg., 1F)

Optician’s Shop 305, Area 3 (Student Union Bldg., 1F) There is a difference
schedule for service during
Photo Studio 305, Area 3 (Student Union Bldg., 1F) the semester and during
vacation.Service house may
Travel Agency 305, Area 3 (Student Union Bldg., 1F)
differ between the semester
103, Area 1 (GS convenient store, Global Plaza, 1F) and vacation.
Stationary Store
305, Area 3 (Student Union Bldg., 1F)

Souvenir Shop 305, Area 3 (Student Union Bldg., 1F)

4) Health Care Center

Type Photo Specialty Information

KNU • Location: 305, Area 3 (Student Union Bldg.,

Service for minor
Campus 3F)
Health illness and • Business Hour: Mon to Fri, 09:30 – 17:00
Service injuries • Reservation: ☏ 053-950-8197
Center • Homepage: http://clinic.knu.ac.kr

• Location: 130 Dongdeok-ro, Jung-gu, Daegu

• Business Hours: Mon to Fri, 08:30 – 17:30
KNU Service for
※ Emergency room is open 24 hours a day.
Hospital general
• Reservation: ☏ 053-950-4552~4
• Homepage: http://global.knhu.kr

Services for the

diagnosis,
• Location: 807 Hoguk-ro, Buk-gu, Daegu
treatment and • Business Hours: Mon to Fri, 08:30 ~ 17:30
KNU
Chil-gok promotion of ※Emergency room is open 24 hours a day.
Hospital public health • Reservation: ☏ 053-950-2040~5
practices of • Homepage: http://en.knuch.kr
various diseases

※ Students will be covered by ‘DB INSURANCE Co., Ltd. (DB손해보험)’ during their stay in Korea.
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 5) Medical Facilities with English Speaking Staff in City
Type Medical Facility Business Hours Phone Number

Kwak’s Hospital 053-252-2401

Wooridul Hospital 053-212-3000
General Day: 08:30 ~ 17:00
Keimyung University Saturday: 09:00 ~ 13:00
053-250-7301
Dongsan Medical Center
Korea Medical Institute 053-472-4500
Joongang Orthopedic Clinic 053-422-7800
Day: 08:30 ~ 17:00
Orthopedics Gangbook Yeanhab Orthopedic Clinic 053-324-7575
Saturday: 09:00 ~ 13:00
Dongsuh Orthopedic Clinic 053-323-1500

Daehan Medical Clinic 053-425-5193

Dr. Lee’s Clinic 053-313-8575

Day: 09:00 ~ 18:00
Internal Medicine Happy Internal Medicine Clinic 053-326-7075
Saturday: 09:00 ~ 13:00
Dr. Y. Park’s Neurology Clinic 053-422-2590

Medi Heart Internal Medicine Clinic 053-256-1275

Lee Sang Hong ENT Clinic 053-257-2111

Gawon Joseph ENT Clinic Day: 09:00 ~ 18:00 053-257-2275

Otolaryngology
Saturday: 09:00 ~ 13:00 053-327-3338
Kim Cheong Soo’s ENT Clinic
Dr. Lee’s ENT Clinic 053-322-1245

Myungjin Dental Clinic 053-253-0121

Yonsei Soo Dental Clinic 053-428-7575

Misoga Inneun Dental Clinic 053-253-2824

Day: 09:00 ~ 19:00
Dental Son Hee Yong Dental Clinic 053-422-8585
Saturday: 09:00 ~ 14:00
Michigan Dental Clinic 053-255-2080

Lee’s Dental Clinic 053-255-2804

Lee Yonhap Dental Clinic 053-256-7353

Nei Dental Hospital 053-423-3500

Daeguye Dental Clinic 053-257-8345

E Medi Dental Clinic 053-326-0275

Day: 09:00 ~ 19:00
Dental Bokhyoen Eton United Dental Clinic 053-382-7528
Saturday: 09:00 ~ 14:00
Shinyong Dental Clinic 053-426-2827

Myungjin Beautiful Smile Dental Clinic 053-422-7528

Dukyong Dental Hospital 053-256-2145

All for Skin Clinic 053-425-7582

Day: 09:30 ~ 19:00
Dermatology Chilgok Skin & Laser Clinic 053-326-1111
Saturday: 09:00 ~ 14:00
Leaders Skin Clinic 053-257-7833

Hanbit Eye Center 053-423-2367

Day: 09:00 ~ 17:00
Ophthalmology Kim Ki San Eye Center 053-257-8875
Saturday: 09:00 ~ 14:00
Dr. Cho’s Eye Clinic 053-254-0075
Day: 09:00 ~ 18:30
Pediatrics Dr. Paek’s Pediatrics Clinic 053-427-2312
Saturday: 09:00 ~ 13:00

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6) General Student Services

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 KNU offers the Buddy Program to promote interaction and friendship between
international students and Korean students. The program matches international
KNU Buddy students and Korean students on a one-to-one basis. Through this exchange, KNU hopes
to provide international students with the opportunity not only to receive guidance and
support in adjusting to Korean community but also to make Korean friends.

During preparatory session and two regular semester, Korean class will be offered for
Korean Class students to learn Korean for living.

KOICA-KNU Scholarship Program offers the Mentor Program to assist students to adjust
into to their new environment at KNU and Korea. The mentor is a member of KOICA-KNU
Mentoring Scholarship Program Alumni. He/She will be responsible for helping students to cope
with cultural and academic issues.

KOICA-KNU Scholarship Program offers Home Visiting Program to provide an

opportunity for students to understand Korean culture and develop friendship and
Home Visiting
networking. The program matches students and the families of Korean students, faculty
Program and staff. A host family may choose to either invite students to their home or to arrange
a family outing.

7) Excellent Facilities of KNU

Cafeteria Central Library Conference Hall

Lecture Room Seminar Room Gymnasium

Laboratory KNU Campus Health Service Center

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 Ⅴ. ACADEMIC REGULATIONS
1. KNU Academic Regulations for Graduate Student Reward and Punishment
Article 5 (Disciplinary Action) Anyone found in violation of any of the Rules and Regulations set
forth by KNU shall be subject to disciplinary action by the president of KNU.

① Academic dishonesty (cheating, plagiarism, etc.)

② Intentionally disrupting lectures

③ Violation of any school regulations

Article 6 (Types of Disciplinary Action) Depending on the severity of the violation, disciplinary
action shall be carried out incrementally from warning to probation, suspension and expulsion.

① Probation shall range from one week to one month.

② The duration for a finite suspension will range from one week to one month.

③ The duration for an indefinite suspension will be more than one month.

④ KNU shall order at least 20 hours up to 60 hours of community service but it cannot
exceed one month.

Admissions, Classes and Years of Study

Article 70 (Classes) General and Professional graduate program classes are held during regular
daytime hours.

Article 71 (Years of Study)

① The length of time required for post-graduate degrees at KNU is set at two years for the
Master’s course, two years for the Doctoral degree and four years for the combined Master’s
and Doctorate course, respectively.

② In cases where a student’s previously acquired credits satisfy the required course credits,
and their GPA is over four point two (4.2), the course length can be reduced by six months
in the case of a Master’s or PhD program, and one year in the case of a combined
Master’s/PhD program.

Completion and Awarding of a Degree

Article 73 (Required Credits) Students must earn at least 24 credits for a Master’s degree.

Article 74 (Credits Taken as Prerequisites) Credits earned for prerequisite courses (such as
Korean Language course) are not added to the required MA or PhD program credits.

Article 78 (Graduation with Honors) Refer to KNU’s Rules for Graduation with Honors.

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2. Sexual Violence & Misconduct Prevention
• Sexual Violence Prevention
- KNU is doing its utmost to educate students regarding harassment. One of those lessons pertains to
sexual harassment or violence. For this issue, the school is taking several actions, which include
creating guidelines and beginning an offline special lecture.

- In Korean law, sexual violence refers to cases of rape or indecent act by compulsion (sexual actions
accompanied by physical violence or threats). Recently, there have been cases in which sexual actions
committed while ignoring other party’s wishes have also been judged to constitute rape or indecent act
by compulsion, even when the action is not accompanied by physical violence.

Crimes Scope Punishment

Individuals who have raped or

Rape Imprisonment for a limited term of at
attempted to rape by means of
(Articles 297 and 300) least 3 years
violence or intimidation

Individuals who have committed

Imprisonment by not more than 10
Indecent Act by Compulsion or attempted to commit an
years or a fine not exceeding 15 million
(Articles 298 and 300) indecent act by compulsion by
won
means of violence or intimidation

Individuals who have committed or

Quasi-Rape, Quasi-Indecent Act attempted to commit sexual Punished in accordance with the
by Compulsion intercourse or molestation taking above articles on Rape and Indecent
(Articles 299 and 300) advantage of the other’s condition of Act by Compulsion
unconsciousness or inability to resist
Inflicting or Causing Another’s
When a person who has
Bodily Injury by Rape, etc. Killing
committed the crimes in Articles Imprisonment for life or for
another or Causing Death of
297-300 has thereby inflicted or at least 5 years
another by Rape, etc.
caused the injury of the victim
(Article 301)
A person who has by fraud or by
the threat of authority has sexual
Sexual Intercourse by Abuse of intercourse with another who is Imprisonment for not more than five
Occupational Authority under his or her protection or years, or a fine not exceeding 15
(Article 303) supervision for his or her million won
business, employment or other
relationship

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- Sexual violence or any kind are resolved according to the following procedure within the school.

3. Attendance and Absenteeism

Students are expected to attend all of the classes they have registered for each semester. Any student
who, without good reason, has failed to attend class for at least two-thirds of the total class hours shall
be prohibited from sitting for the exam.
(1) In the event a student is absent for any of the reasons below, the student must notify the appropriate
department, faculty, and department chair and get approval in advance:
- Death of an immediate family member (parents, spouse and children) or equivalent circumstance
- Academic planning, field-trips, on-location training, etc.
- Participation in seminars or conferences (including international ones) as approved by the department
chair.
- Other events as approved by the department chair.

(2) In the event of illness or emergency situations, students who will be absent for less than seven days
(including holidays and weekend days) need to submit written notification of such absence to the
department chair. For absences longer than seven days, students must submit a written diagnosis by
a physician.

4. Must reside in dormitory

- Students must reside in dormitory.
- Living off-campus is not allowed in principle.

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5. Must abide by residency regulations
- KNU dormitory has very strict dormitory regulations and all students must abide by them.
- A student who violates residency regulations will be evicted from the dormitory and they
must return to their country immediately.
- Rules and Guidelines for Dormitory Residents
• Visitors are not expected to allow quests to stay overnight.
• Members of the opposite gender should not enter each other’s rooms.
• Students must maintain and clean their room prior to check out.
Room
• Students should have separate indoor shoes. Do not wear outdoor shoes
inside.
• Room change is not allowed.
• Kitchen use should end by midnight (12AM).
Communal • Individuals are responsible for their personal appliances and belongings.
Kitchen • Students are expected to keep the kitchen clean and sanitary at all times.
• Students must dispose waste accordingly (garbage; recycle; food waste only).
• Students agree to be fully responsible and liable for any damages that may
Damage/
occur to KNU property during their residency. Also, Students are strongly
Liability
encouraged not to bring items of value.
• The possession of illegal, non-prescription drugs or alcoholic beverages is not
Alcohol/ Drugs
permitted at any time and any place in the dormitory.
Smoking • Smoking is not allowed inside the room.
Cooking • Cooking is only allowed at the dormitory communal kitchen.
• Quiet hours are between 11PM and 7AM. Please respect your neighbors
Quiet Hours
during this time.

6. Examinations and Grade Evaluations

- Regular Exams and Make-up Exams
- Regular Exams: Mid-term (7th to 8th week of semester), Final (last two weeks of semester)
- Make-up Exams: In the event a student cannot sit for an exam due to military service, illness, or any
other emergency, the student must notify the faculty before the test date, and obtain the Department
Chair’s approval to sit for the exam at another time.

- Qualifications to Sit for an Exam

- Any student who, without good reason, has failed to attend class for at least two-thirds of the total
classes shall be prohibited from sitting for the exam. In the event of illness or emergency situations,
students need to provide a written explanation of their absence.

-Scholastic Performance Evaluation Method

- Scholastic performance will be based on a 100-point scale for each course registered. Grades will be
based on classroom performance (presentations, attendance) and test performance (mid-term and
final exams).
- Grades will be calculated on a curve as follows:
Points 97-99 94-96 90-93 87-89 84-86 80-83 77-79 74-76 70-73 69&below
Grade A+ A A- B+ B B- C+ C C- F
GPA 4.3 4.0 3.7 3.3 3.0 2.7 2.3 2.0 1.7 0
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7. Others
1) Withdrawals
- A participant may withdraw from the Program with valid personal reasons or otherwise (such as health
or work issues) when acceptable to KOICA.

2) Temporary Leave
- A participant can have a temporary leave during the school vacation (to his/her home country or for a
trip abroad) on the condition that the trip does not affect his/her schoolwork and as long as he/her
notifies the KNU in advance.
- KNU and KOICA do not pay airfare for the trip and his/her living allowance will be suspended from the
day of departure to the day of return during a temporary leave.
- If the a participants is found to have made an unreported temporary visit to his or her home country or
traveled to other countries or made a trip despite the university’s disapproval, he or she may be
suspended from the KOICA scholarship.

3) Accompanying or Inviting Family members

- As the Master’s program is a very intensive course, requiring full commitment and concentrated effort
for study, participants cannot bring any family members in Korea.

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 Ⅵ. PRECAUTIONS

- Possibility of Online Program: According to arising circumstances due to the spread of COVID- 서식 있음: 들여쓰기: 왼쪽: 0 cm, 내어쓰기: 3.57 글자,
19 and public health regulations thereof, the academic program within this PI may be switched 지정한 문자 수와 상관없이 오른쪽 들여쓰기 하지 않음,
online. In accordance with academic regulations of each training institute, blended learning (or 눈금에 맞추지 않음
hybrid learning, a combination of online and face-to-face learning) may be implemented, including
pre-sessions.

⚫ In principle, even when the academic program is conducted online, participants must be
physically present in Korea to participate (cannot participate in the program online from home
country or outside Korea).

- Early Departure: Due to various circumstances such as no flights operating or border closures,
participants may be required to depart Korea before the program end date.

⚫ In such cases, part of the academic curriculum, thesis defense, or closing ceremony may be
conducted online.

- Living Costs: In principle, costs of living are provided per diem; that is, participants receive living
costs per diem based on the actual date of departure.

⚫ In case of early departure, living costs are received per diem based on the date of early
departure, and NOT the anticipated departure date or program end date

- COVID-19 Test Fees: The costs of COVID-19 testing required by quarantine regulations during the
departure and arrival process are first incurred by the participant and later reimbursed via the
Settlement Allowance and Scholarship Completion Grants.

- Adherence to Entry/Departure Guidelines: Any additional costs occurring due to the participant’s
failure to adhere to the entry/departure guidelines are the participant’s own responsibility.

⚫ Example) If the participant fails to provide a COVID-19 PCR test certificate on the date of arrival,
or is delayed in arriving at the airport and fails to board the flight, any additional costs occurring
thereof (flight change fees, etc.) is to be paid by the participant.

- Vaccination requirements: Participants are to individually check with the training institute on
whether vaccination is required and prepare accordingly; any disadvantages following are the
participant’s own responsibility.

⚫ Example) If the participant fails to provide a proof of a WHO-certified vaccination and cannot
check into the university dormitory, the participant will be responsible to find accommodation for
him/herself (accommodation fees are supported in the amount corresponding to the dormitory
fees).

- Check-in to Dormitory: In principle, dormitory check-in is required of program participants.

- Religious meals & personal food preferences: Religious meals and personal food preferences
are not provided during the scholarship program nor the self-quarantine period following entry to
Korea. For further information, check the university guidelines (if necessary, personal fees may be
incurred)

- Regulatory Compliance: KOICA SP participants should observe KOICA CIAT Fellows’

Guidebook and University internal rules and regulations, otherwise the participant would
lose one’s status as SP participants and a university student.

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 Ⅶ. CONTACTS

1. CONTACT INFORMATION
1) Graduate School of Kyungpook National University
∙ Program Manager : Prof. Kyung-Sook, Choi
∙ Address: 80 Daehak-ro, Buk-gu, Daegu, 41566, Republic of Korea
∙ Tel: +82-53-950-5731
∙ Fax: +82-53-950-6752
∙ E-mail: [email protected]
∙ Homepage: http://acen.knu.ac.kr

∙ Participating Professor: Prof. Hwa-Seok, Hwang, Institute of International Research &

Development
∙ Address: 80 Daehak-ro, Buk-gu, Daegu, 41566, Republic of Korea
∙ Tel: +82-53-950-7682
∙ E-mail: [email protected] / [email protected]
∙ Homepage: http://iard.knu.ac.kr

∙ Program Coordinator : Ms. Hyo-Jeong, Seol, Institute of International Research &

Development
∙ Address: 80 Daehak-ro, Buk-gu, Daegu, 41566, Republic of Korea
∙ Tel: +82-53-950-6591
∙ E-mail: [email protected]

2) General requests regarding application process

∙ E-mail : [email protected]

∙ Homepage : http://www.koica.go.kr/sites/ciat/index.do

*The schedule in PI (Program Information) is changeable according to the KOICA and Kyungpook
National University Schedule.

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