2016 koica scholarship program for developing countries KOICA

2016
Program Information
2016 KOICA-AJOU University
Scholarship Program
Master’s Degree Program in
International Trade and Policy
August 15, 2016 ~ January 7, 2018
Suwon, Korea
Participants are strongly advised to thoroughly read and follow the provided instructions in the Program Information.
Korea International Cooperation Agency
Ajou University
CONTENTS
PART I. KOICA&SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
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PART II. PROGRAM OVERVIEW
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PART III. HOW TO APPLY
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1. APPLICATION ELIGIBLILTY
2. ADMISSION PROCESS
3. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
PART IV. PROGRAM CONTENTS
1. ACADEMIC SCHEDULE
2. ORIENTATION
3. CURRICULUM
4. EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
PART V. TRAINING INSTITUTE
1. GENERAL INFORMATION
2. ACCOMONDATIONS
3. OTHER INFORMATION FOR INT’L STUDENTS
4. HEALTH CARE
Part VI. SUPPORT SERVICES
1. TRAVEL TO KOREA
2. EXPENSES FOR STUDY AND LIVING
3. INSURANCE
Part VII. REGULATIONS
1. PARTICIPANTS’ RESPONSIBILITIES
2. WITHDRAWLS
3. TEMPORARY LEAVE
4. ACCOMPYNYING OR INVITING FAMILY
5. OTHERS
Part VIII. CONTACTS
1. CONTACT INFORMATION
APPENDIX. Fellows’ Facebook & Twitter
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PART I. KOICA & SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Part I
KOICA & SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
The Korea International Cooperation Agency was founded as a government
agency on April 1, 1991, to maximize the effectiveness of Korea’s grant aid
programs for developing countries by implementing the government’s grant aid
and technical cooperation programs.
In the past, development cooperation efforts were focused on meeting the Basic
Human Needs (BHNs) of developing countries and on fostering their Human
Resources Development (HRD).
However, the focus has now shifted to promoting sustainable development,
strengthening partnerships with developing partners, and enhancing the local
ownership of beneficiaries.
Additionally, global concerns such as the environment, poverty reduction, gender
mainstreaming, and population have gained significant importance among donor
countries.
Due to the continuously changing trends in development assistance efforts and
practices, KOICA is striving to adapt to these changes by using its limited
financial resources effectively on areas where Korea has a comparative
advantage.
In particular, since Korea has the unique experience of developing from one of
the poorest countries in the world to one of the most economically advanced, this
knowhow is an invaluable asset that helps KOICA to efficiently support the
sustainable socio-economic development of its partner countries.
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Korea’s ODA Framework
Official Development Assistance (ODA) is composed of grants or concessional
loans, which are provided to developing countries with the purpose of promoting
economic development and welfare.
Korea’s ODA is classified into three areas: 1) bilateral aid (grant aid & technical
cooperation), 2) bilateral loans, and 3) financial subscriptions and contributions to
international organizations (multilateral).
Bilateral aid is comprised of technical cooperation and various types of transfer
(made in cash, goods or services) with no obligation for repayment, and is
implemented by KOICA under the authority of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in
the Republic of Korea. Bilateral loans are provided on concessional terms under
the name of the Economic Development Cooperation Fund (EDCF), implemented
by the Export-Import Bank of Korea under the Ministry of Strategy and Finance.
Multilateral assistance is delivered either as financial subscriptions or
contributions to international organizations.
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Korea's Experience and KOICA's Program for Human Resources
Development
Human Resource Development (HRD) has been the most important factor in
Korea's escape from the vicious cycle of poverty and underdevelopment that had
existed for many decades. With scant natural resources, HRD played a vital role
in modern Korea's development. Clearly, Korea has emerged as an exemplary
showcase of national development powered by human resources development.
From its own development experience, Korea came to fully recognize the
significance of HRD, specifically in regards to Korea's collaboration with other
developing countries. With much experience and know-how in HRD, Korea can
contribute greatly to the international community by sharing its unique
development experience with other nations.
Since its establishment in 1991, KOICA has supported a variety of international
cooperation programs for HRD, mainly in project-type aid form focusing on
education and vocational training with a focus in building a foundation for HRD.
The training program provides opportunities to individuals from developing
countries to gain first-hand knowledge of Korea’s development experience. The
purpose of the program is to enable the participants to apply what they learned
for the development of their home country or local community. Since 1991,
KOICA has an accumulated sum of 58,916 participants who have enrolled in the
program, and each year we invite approximately 5,000 participants under some
300 different courses. There are a wide range of topics covered in the training
program, including administration, economic development, science and
technology, information and communication technology, agriculture and health. In
order to meet the changing needs of partner countries, KOICA always strives to
renovate and improve its HRD programs.
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Types of KOICA Training Programs
KOICA offers five major types of training programs:
1.Country Training Program
Tailored programs that are specifically designed for an individual partner country
2.Regular Training Program
Programs that are open to any interested partner countries
3.Special Training Program
Programs that are temporarily available owing to particular commitments of the
Korean as well as partner governments
4.Joint Training Program
Programs conducted in partnership with international organizations and other
agencies
5.Scholarship Program
Master’s degree programs offered to individuals from partner countries
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KOICA's Scholarship Program
With a mission to nurture talented students from developing countries, KOICA
invites high-caliber students from developing countries and helps them gain
professional and systematic knowledge that will play a key role in their home
country’s development.
To accomplish this mission, KOICA has been operating master’s degree courses
with leading Korean universities in the fields of economics, trade, women’s
empowerment, rural development, etc.
In particular, this program has significantly strengthened the relationships
between Korea and the students’ home countries. Students, who have been
given an opportunity to see Korea’s experience in poverty reduction and socioeconomic development, will gain a deeper understanding of Korea and contribute
to the future social, political and economic ties between the two nations.
From 1997 to 2015, the program has assisted a total of 2,598 students through
141 courses. And as of 2015, 388 participants will participate in 19 master’s
degree programs at 19 Korean universities.
KOICA Scholarship Program is fully committed to the Millennium Development
Goals (MDGs) and is determined to expand its efforts to nurture future talents
from developing countries to promote their countries’ sustainable economic
growth and social development.
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Part II
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
▣Name of the course: Master's Degree Program in International Trade
and Policy
▣Name of Degree: Master of Arts in International Trade and Policy
▣ Duration:
∙Stay duration in Korea:
August 15th, 2016 -January 7th, 2018 (17 Months)1
∙ Academic duration:
August 19th, 2016 - February, 2018 (Graduation)
▣Objective:
The objectives of this course and the program aims are:
1) To secure a pool of future international experts needed by
developing countries, with a view to encouraging their active
participation and providing them with a meaningful role in
international trade.
2) To conduct academic research to improve understanding of
International Trade and Policy in this rapidly changing global
economy
3) To educate students on trade strategies and policies hereto
employed by Korea during its rapid economic expansion period, and
on the current trade issues under discussion in international trade
and Policy.
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The majority of the participants complete their thesis during their 16 months of stay (Completion of the
thesis at one’s home country is rarely accomplished).
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▣Training Institute:
Graduate School of International Studies (GSIS), Ajou University
(http://gsis.ajou.ac.kr)
▣Number of Participants: 20 persons
▣Language: English
▣Accommodation
∙ August 15,2016 ~ Middle of January, 2017: On-campus housing (Double occupancy)
∙Middle of January, 2017 ~ January 7, 2018: Off-campus housing (Single Occupancy)
▣Other: This master’s degree program is an intensive course and students
admitted SHOULD expect to work hard according to the university
instruction and follow the university’s regulation. Please also note
that Ajou GSIS is offering International Trade and Policy major and
cannot change their major upon being admitted.
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Part III
HOW TO APPLY
1. APPLICATION ELIGIBILITY
KOICA-AJOU Scholarship Program applicants must satisfy all of the following
requirements:
(1) Bachelor’s degree by August 31, 2016 or higher
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GPA 3.5/4.5 preferred
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Business or Economics majors (e.g. Economics, Mathematics, Statistics,
Business, etc.) with quantitative education/training is recommended.
(2) Citizen of Korea not eligible
(3) Government Officials
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Minimum of 3-yearworking experience in the government office preferred.
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Private sector employees are not eligible
(4) English Proficiency
-Have a good command of both spoken and written English to take classes conducted
entirely in English and to be able to write academic reports and theses in English.
- Applicants who can submit the Official English Proficiency Test Result preferred.
(5) Physical Condition
- Be preferably under 40 years of age in good health, both physically and mentally, to
complete the program.
* Pregnancy is regarded as a disqualifying condition for participation in this program.
* Having Tuberculosis or any kind of contagious disease is regarded as a disqualifying
condition for participation in this program.
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2. APPLICATION PROCESS
Process
Dates
February 29th, 17:00
Step 1. Application Package Submission
[Local time in Korea]
March 1st ~ 7th
Step 2. On-site Interview(KOICA)
Step 3. 1st Round Selection Process
(Document Screening)
Step 4. 2nd Round Selection Process
(Interview and English Writing test(University))
March 15th ~ 31th
April 18th ~ 29th
Step 5 Medical Check-up (local)
May 16th ~ June 17th
Step 6 Admissions Notification
June 30th
※The timeline in this table is based on local time in South Korea and subject to change.
▶ Post Admission
Arrival in Korea
August 15th
KOICA Orientation
August 16th
Ajou University Orientation
August 19th
First Day of Class
September1st
* Please note that the above schedule is tentative as of December 2015 and is subject to
change. Any changes will be informed to the applicants.
(1) APPLICATION PACKAGE SUBMISSION
- Prepare all required documents for your admission package and fill out the ‘Document Check list’.
Check whether all information is correct.
- Submit the application package (including both Ajou and KOICA application forms and other
required documents) to the regional KOICA office or Korean Embassy (if KOICA office is
unavailable) by the submission date (February 29)
- Scanned copies are acceptable but original copies or Notarized copies should be sent to Ajou before
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the phone interviews.
* Applicants who submit the scanned copies should send the original copies to the University
personally. KOICA nor the university will pay postage costs for late submission of original copies.
(2) ON-SITE INTERVIEW (KOICA)
- Participate in an on-site interview by KOICA regional office or Korean Embassy. If an applicant lives
in a country where the KOICA regional office/Embassy does not exist or lives far from the capital city,
he/she can be interviewed by phone after consulting with the KOICA regional office/Embassy.
(3) 1
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ROUND DOCUMENT SCREENING
- Applicants nominated by the regional KOICA office or Korean Embassy (if KOICA office is
unavailable) as a result of on-site interview and have submitted their application packages are
considered for document screening.
- Document screening will be processed by Ajou University. Application package as well as the onsite interview result will be thoroughly reviewed by International Trade Admission Committee of
Ajou University’s Graduate School of International Studies.
-Every component included in the application package such as the reputation of undergraduate
school, undergraduate GPA, English proficiency, current affiliation, working experience will be
evenly evaluated.
- Transcripts, SOP (Study of Purpose) and 2 Recommendation letters will be mainly reviewed
while considering other documents submitted along with application materials such as English
Proficiency Result, resume and any other license or certificates to prove candidate’s academic
ability to pursue master’s degree program in English. Students SHOULD submit transcript, SOP
and recommendation letters on time along with other documents; otherwise, students will fail
from the Round 1 Evaluation which will lead not to be able to go through the Round 2. All of
documents submitted should be translated into English. Transcripts which DO NOT include
explanation on the grading system of the universities attended should include explanation of
your attended university’s grading system.
i.g. 1) Grading system of Nepal:
- Distinction (80-100%), I (65-79%), II (50-64%), III (40-49%)
i.g.2) Grading system of Korea: A+(100-95), A0(95-90), B+(85-90)….etc.
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- The result for the 1 round selection will be announced to the applicants and KOICA respectively.
(4) 2
ND
ROUND: INTERVIEW AND ENGLISH WRITING TEST (UNIVERSITY)
- An opportunity for a phone interview will be given only to those who pass through the 1st selection
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document screening successfully.
- Details of the interview including the interviewee list will be sent to the regional KOICA offices and
interview arrangements will be made respectively.
- The phone interview schedule will be notified individually by the regional KOICA offices or Korean
embassy with 2~3 day notice in advance.
- Ajou’s Graduate School of International Studies will work with the KOICA in Korea to take the
Academic English Writing Proficiency Test at the KOICA offices or the Korean Embassies overseas.
Applicants who passed the Round 1 will be notified to go through writing test as well as phone
interview on the same day. All applicants who passed Round 1 MUST COME either to the KOICA
office or the Korean Embassy for the Round 2 tests (writing test and phone interview). Writing test
and phone interview WILL ONLY be taking at the offices (KOICA Office or Korean Embassy)
designated by the KOICA and the Ajou University.
Writing and Phone Interview are conducted in order to evaluate the applicants’
academic English in both written and spoken level in order to complete Ajou’s Master
Degree Program successfully within the given time limit (16 months).
(5)MEDICAL CHECK-UP (LOCAL)
- Applicants who successfully pass the 2nd round need to receive an additional medical
check-up at the local hospital “designated by KOICA”. The hospital reservation and related
information will be notified to the applicants individually by an organization responsible for
arranging check-up schedule (TBD). Medical check-up fees will be fully covered by KOICA
but the transportation fee has to be covered by the applicants themselves (please remember
that transportation and accommodation fees will NOT be reimbursed).
- The medical check-up results will identify the applicants’ health conditions, and KOICA will
verify factors that hamper the completion of the scholarship program. The final acceptance of
the program will be confirmed after the medical check-up results are examined.
- Upon request, individual medical check-up results can be provided by the KOICA program
manager of KOICA HQ at least two weeks after the completion of medical check-up.
-The status as the participant for KOICA SP will be finalized and the acceptance for the
program will be confirmed after medical check-up.
(6 ADMISSIONS NOTIFICATION
- Admissions results will be notified to the regional KOICA offices or Korean embassy.
Registration instructions, course registration and other necessary steps will be guided to
individuals
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3. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
0.Document Checklist
Check all the documents you included in your
admission package. (Form 1)
Original copy
1.Application Forms
Complete both KOICA and Ajou applications and
print out. Should be clearly typed. (Form 1 and 2)
Original Copy
2.Recommendation
Letters (TWO letters)
1) Two recommendation letters from your
supervisors and from your workplace are
required. (Form 3)
2) Please use Ajou recommendation form(From 4)
Original Copy
4. Degree/Diploma
Certified copy with official stamp of bachelor’s
degree certificate from every institution attended
or attending are required.
5. Transcripts
1) An original copy of transcript must include a
year-by-year record of courses from every
institution applicants have attended or are
attending.
2) The transcripts should include a statement of
personal rank in department, if available.
3) If the CGPA/maximum score does not appear on
the transcript, please submit a proof letter
certified by the university, if available.
6. Statement of
Purpose
1) You should clearly type it in English on a
separate paper(at least 2 pages).
2) Please also include the action plans how you
can contribute to your own society and your
country after completing the master’s degree
program at Ajou.
6.English
Proficiency Test
Reports (EPT)
OR
If you have any kind of English Proficiency Test
Score or certificate to prove your English
proficiency, please include it in your application
materials for the reference. (If available)
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Certified copy
with official
seal from the
Ministry of
Foreign Affairs
or Notarized
copy of
Bachelor’s
Degree
Original or
Certified Copy
Original or
Certified Copy
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Official Letter from
Ministry
7. Curriculum Vitae
Please write your CV in detail by focusing on your
work experiences
Copy
8. Copy of
passport(applicant’s)
1) A copy of passport
(Include a copy of page showing the passport
number, date of issue and expiration, photo, and
name.)
2) According to the Korean Law, admission
certificate should include the passport number and
the university cannot issue the Admission
Certificate without the passport number. Please
double check the valid date of your passport.
Copy
9. Employment
Certificate
An official document proving your work
experiences which should include- duration of
employment, position, and job description should
appear on the certificate or letter.
Original Copy
Optional 1.
List of Honors and
Awards
1) If there is any honors, awards, fellowships, or
academic certificates and test reports during
university please list them in order of
importance in the list form. E.g. General Record
Examination (GRE), Graduate Management
Admissions Test (GMAT), Test of Proficiency in
Korean (TOPIK), Korean Language Proficiency
Test (KLPT), etc. (Form 6)
2) The list will be valid only when testimonials or
evidences are submitted
Original Copy
Optional 2.
School Profile/Credit
Rating System
School profile and description of the grading
system would help us understand better for
evaluation.
i.g. 1) Grading system of Nepal:
- Distinction (80-100%), I (65-79%), II
(50-64%), III (40-49%)
i.g.2) Grading system of Korea :
A+(100-95),
A0(95-90),
90)….etc.
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B+(85-
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Important Notes for All Applicants
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All KOICA and Ajou GSIS forms should be typed in English, not handwritten.
Moreover, all documents should be in English. If it's in any other language, you must
submit a notarized / certified translation (in English or Korean) completed by a public
notary in the country in which the document was originally produced.
2.
If any of the submitted materials contain false information, admission will be
rescinded.
3.
Original documents should be submitted. Should they be unavailable, however,
copies must be authorized by the originating institution before they are submitted.
4.
Applicants whose forms and supporting documents are incomplete or unsatisfactory
will be disqualified from the admission process.
5.
Be sure to make and keep photocopies of all completed forms. Submitted documents
become property of Ajou GSIS and will not be returned to the applicants.
6.
Verification of Academic Record form will be a part of the application.
7.
Detailed account of individual admissions decision for each applicant cannot be
disclosed.
8.
Please be sure that, in principle, any modification or cancellation will not be accepted
after completing the application.
9.
Applicants should take full responsibility for any disadvantages due to the mistakes
or omissions on the application.
10. Applicants, who transferred during their prior course of studies, must submit their full
complete academic records from all the applicable institution including Transcripts
and Certificate of Graduation / Attendance.
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Part IV
PROGRAM CONTENTS
1. ACADEMIC SCHEDULE
Master’s Degree Program on
Procedure
Arrival in Korea
August 15th, 2016
Arrival to AU
Preparatory Session/
Orientation
Fall Semester
August 17th, 2016
Winter Session
January 2nd, 2017 ~ January 26th, 2017
Spring Semester
March 2nd, 2017 ~ June 21nd, 2017
Summer Session
July 3rd, 2017 ~ July 28th, 2017
Fall Semester
September 1st, 2017 ~ December 21th, 2017
Farewell Party
January 3rd, 2018
Graduation Ceremony
January 4th, 2018
Departure from Korea
January 7th, 2018
August 18th, 2016 ~ August 31st, 2016
September 1st, 2016 ~ December 21st, 2016
▶The above schedule may be subject to minor changes.
A detailed Program Schedule will be provided upon arrival.
a) Preparatory and Orientation Session
Staring from the end of August, before the academic year begins, the GSIS
will offer a two day (or one day) intensive orientation.
The Orientation is prepared to ensure that students adjust themselves
successfully to the program, and it includes: information about Korea,
Suwon, Ajou and the GSIS, and it also gives a special lecture on
Intercultural Communication to help students adjust in Korea with many
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international students from countries different from their own. During the
Orientation Session, students will have a chance to meet with other
international students who belong to undergraduate and different graduate
programs of Ajou as well as our own Korean students. This Orientation
Session is very useful for students who have not been exposed much to
foreign countries or Korea.
b) Regular Semesters and Sessions
The Ajou GSIS-KOICA program is run for three regular semesters, plus two
summer/winter sessions: Fall Semester, Winter Session, Spring Semester,
Summer Session, and Fall Semester. During regular semesters (Fall and
Spring), the semester consists of 16 weeks and students normally take 1215 credits.
During Summer/Winter Session, the session consists of 4-5
weeks and students normally take 3-6 credits.
KOICA Students MUST
take 3 regular semesters and 2 sessions (including summer session and
winter session) provided. After the summer session 2017, students can
participate in Internship program for 3~4 weeks if they want. When students
want to take some break during the summer or winter vacation, students
can only take a break before or after the summer/winter session when there
are no academic activities are going on.
2. ORIENTATION (KOICA)
When you arrive, there will be an orientation for 2-3 days for KOICA’s
scholarship program at the ICC of KOICA. The orientation aims to provide
participant with useful information on the program as well as general
information on living in Korea necessary during your stay. Usually, the
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orientation is composed of three parts; KOICA’s welcoming session and
Medical Check-up. The order of each part is subject to change.
Session
Date
Contents
Arrival
August 15, 2016
Arrival in Korea
KOICA Orientation
August 16, 2016
KOICA’s welcoming session
* Before checking in the dormitory, you will stay at KOICA International Cooperation
Center (ICC).
a. KOICA’s Welcoming Session
In the first part of the orientation, you will have welcoming session which
includes KOICA’s welcoming reception, introduction of KOICA and course
outline. Through this session, you can have an overview of the Scholarship
Program. Lectures about Korean culture and general information regarding
daily life in Korea will also be delivered in this session.
b. Medical Check-Up
KOICA will implement a medical check-up after each participant’s arrival in
Korea to assure their health condition. After the medical check-up, KOICA
will officially accept each participant as a KOICA trainee for the program. If
any case which may hamper the scholarship in Korea is found in the
medical check-up, the participant will be required to return home. The
status as the participant for KOICA SP will be finalized and the acceptance
for the program will be confirmed after medical check-up.
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3. CURRICULUM
Graduation Requirement
Completion of Graduation Credits
Comprehen-
Korean
Required
Elective
Research
Total
Thesis
Track
3
15
21
6
45
NonThesis
Track
3
sive Exam
2 subjects
15
27
0
45
Credits (Required Credits for graduation)
As shown in the table below, AJOU-KOICA students have to complete 45
credit hours for graduation and earn the master’s degree in International
Trade and Policy.
After completing the fall semester and winter session of
academic year 2016, students will be evaluated by the university to follow
thesis track or non-thesis track course according to their 1st semester and
winter
session’s
academic
performance,
English
proficiency,
and
seriousness towards completion of study and many others. Detailed and
Accurate Criteria for thesis and non-thesis track will be announced during
the Orientation upon arrival to Ajou Graduate School of International
Studies. In addition to the course completion and the thesis, students will
need to pass comprehensive exams (2 subjects) for the final graduation of
the course. Please note that all KOICA students who are in thesis track
quailed criteria should write a thesis at Ajou University.
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All international students are required to take at least one course (3
credits) in Beginning Korean Language I. If you have studied Beginning
Korean Language, you should choose 1 course in Korean studies instead
of Beginning Korean Language I.
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- Research credits are credits earned by working on Thesis.
- Comprehensive exams can be taken from the second semester
(2017Spring semester) and students should pass 2 subjects from their
major required/elective courses, detailed information will be distributed
during the orientation session.
- Students only who can meet the eligibility for thesis writing can be on the
thesis track. The eligibility for thesis writing is 1) earn at least B0 in
Research Method and over cumulative GPA 3.0 after completing spring
semester and summer semester.
Curriculum of International Trade and Policy Major
1. Major Required Course(5 Subjects)
 Korea and World Economy : Past, Present & Future (3 Hours, 3 Credits)
 WTO and International Trade Policy (3 Hours, 3 Credits)
 International Trade Law (3 Hours, 3 Credits)
 International Business : Korean Perspective (3 Hours, 3 Credits)
 Quantitative Analysis for Business and Economy (3 Hours, 3 Credits)
2 Major Elective Course(Choose 9 Subjects out of 19 Subjects)
(1) Analytical Foundations
 Quantitative Research Design and Method (3 Hours, 3 Credits)
 Qualitative Research Design and Method (3 Hours, 3 Credits)
 Economic Analysis and Public Policy (3 Hours, 3 Credits)
 Economics of Finance : Markets and Policy (3 Hours, 3 Credits)
 Econometric Methods (3 Hours, 3 Credits)
(2) Trade and Economic Development Strategies
 International Trade & Development (3 Hours, 3 Credits)
 Economic Development and Social Policy (3 Hours, 3 Credits)
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 International Economic Policies and Organization (3 Hours, 3 Credits)
 International Finance : Markets and Policy (3 Hours, 3 Credits)
(3) Global Business Strategies
 Global Strategic Management (3 Hours, 3 Credits)
 Human Resource Management (3 Hours, 3 Credits)
 Foreign Investment and Multinational Corporation (3 Hours, 3 Credits)
 Industrial Policy & Development (3 Hours, 3 Credits)
 Energy and Resource Management (3 Hours, 3 Credits)
(4) Practices
 Leadership and Ethics Workshop I (Field Study, 1 Credit)
 Leadership and Ethics Workshop II (Field Study, 2 Credits)
 Internship (3 Hours, 3 Credits)
(5) Thesis
 Research 1(3 Credits) : Thesis Workshop & Thesis Proposal Defense
 Research 2(3 Credits) : International Symposium & Thesis Defense
3 Korean Studies Course (1 Subject)
 Beginning Korean Language 1 (3 Hours, 3 Credits)
Recommended Sequence for AJOU-KOICA program 2016
Semester
Fall, 2016
Winter,
2016
RQ/EL/R
Credits
Course Name
Major Required
3
Quantitative Analysis for Business and Economy
Major Required
3
International Business: Korean Perspective
Major Elective
3
International Finance : Market and Policy
Major Elective
3
Economic Analysis and Public Policy
Major Elective
1
Leadership and Ethics WorkshopⅠ
Korean Studies
3
Beginning Korean Language 1
Major Elective
3
Quantitative Research Design and Methods /
Qualitative Research Design and Methods
(Choose 1 out of 2)
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Spring,
2017
Summer
2017
Fall, 2017
Major Elective
3
Human Resource Management
Major Required
3
Korea and World Economy : Past, Present & Future
Major Elective
3
International Trade & Development
Major Elective
3
Econometric Methods
Major Elective
3
Industrial Policy & Development
Major Elective
2
Leadership and Ethics workshop II
Research
3
Research I
Major Elective
3
Internship
Major Elective
3
Foreign Investment and Multinational Corporation
Major Required
3
WTO and International Trade Policy
Major Required
3
International Trade Law
Major Elective
3
Energy and Resource Management
Major Elective
3
International Economic Policies and Organization
Research
3
Research II
Medium and Method of Instruction
English is the medium of instruction. Not only the course but all academic
affairs will be conducted in English.
Students can complete all their course requirements and thesis for
graduation within 16 months and will have the graduation ceremony in
January 2018but will receive their master’s degree and graduation
certificate as the date of February 2018 according to the Korean Education
law. Courses are designed to ensure students to gain practical expertise.
Participatory teaching methods will be fully utilized. Diverse methods such
as debate, simulation and case studies will be employed to enhance
problem-solving ability.
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Extracurricular Activities
Extracurricular activities are offered during the whole study period, and
students are able to receive credits for this activity by registering a
Leadership and Ethics course I and II. Course registration guide will be
announced during the orientation session by the GSIS staff members.
Field trips, industrial site tours and other extracurricular activities will be as
follows
4. EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE
Seoul Forum :
Seoul Forum is hosted by Seoul Economic Newspaper and the forum theme is
“Beyond Korea : New Success Formula (ICT & IoT –Fintech – Biotechnology –
Advanced Materials). Korea’s transition into the new era of soft-power driven
industrial development will not be easy. Innovation in all relevant areas – from
corporate strategies to human resource management-needs to be put in place if the
country and its business world are to benefit from the advancement of ICT technology,
biotechnology and advanced materials – the three sectors that will be dominant
features in the next 10 to 15 years.
ICT and its convergence with all aspects of not only business and industries but also
lives of ordinary people creating new innovations to revolutionize financial payments
and banking system. It is called Fintech. And the convergence of ITC and material
science is helping develop new materials and nanotechnology that will revolutionize
new product development and production. Even more important is the emergence of
IoT or Internet of Things that rely on connectivity, software, and sensors is expected
to create an entirely new industry and also change the way we do business or live our
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live. The purpose for Seoul forum is that Korea must move rapidly in innovating and
transforming business, management, as well as government administration and
policy making.
Global Public HR Conference:
On behalf of COTI and the Korean Society for Public Personnel Administration,
International students are invited to the COTI’s 3rd annual Global Public HRD
Conference.
The conference theme this year, “The roles and future direction of Public Human
Resources Development (HRD) in the Era of Globalization,” focuses on the critical
roles of public HRD in facing numerous global challenges such as economic
recession, natural disasters, geopolitical conflicts, and ethics scandals. In order to
effectively respond to soaring demand from the public and correspond to the everchanging administrative environment, it is crucial that we all develop better strategies
and tactics for promoting the efficiency and effectiveness of public HRD by linking
research and practice and learning from benchmarks. Prominent HRD experts and
civil servants from around the world will be invited to the conference to share
important policies and strategies for effective Public HRD.
ODA Global Conference:
On behalf of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Korea International Cooperation
Agency (KOICA), we have the pleasure of inviting you to participate in the 9th Seoul
ODA International Conference which will take place on October 27-28th in Seoul.
Since its inauguration in 2007, the Seoul ODA International Conference has been
dedicated to serve as a platform for knowledge-sharing on the issues of development
cooperation and the role of ODA, as dealing with important current issues in the
Conference such as, "Lessons learned from Korean Development Experience,"
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"Busan Global Partnership Implementation," "Post-2015 Development Framework
and the Role of ODA" as well as "Good Governance and Effective Institutions." The
Conference has become the most leading annual conference in the field of
development cooperation in Korea for more than 600 experts and other participants
at home and abroad sharing their opinion and promoting their understanding on
issues of development cooperation.
D. INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM
In order to expand and deepen knowledge on international politics and
business issues in Korean and around the world, GSIS holds International
Symposium during every semester of each academic year and it is run by
all student participants under supervision of their faculty members. The
most recent International Symposiums included topics on
 NGOs and Democratization: Contemporary Regional Challenges (2011)
 Economic Democratization: Social Justice and Free Market Fairness(2012)
 Sustainable Development: Domestic, International and Transnational
Issues(2013)
 The New Next Engines of Growth in the 21st Century : Innovating Social
Systems(2014 Spring)
 Reimagining Borders? Securing
Development
in a Post-Sovereign
Age(2014 Fall)
 Effective Governance and Institutional Reliability: Remapping Concepts,
Policy and Geopolitics (2015)
 Deepening of Global Value Chain: Impact on Economic Development and
Trade(2015)
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E. SPECIAL LECTURE AND DISCUSSION
Special lectures are also provided as an extension of academic studies at
Ajou GSIS every semester to provide opportunities to meet famous figures
in various fields with our students and to listen to policies and practices in
the real world.
Special lecture topics included knowledge based society,
ODA of Korea, Korean Economic Development, G20 issues and many key
issues in the past. The most recent International Special Lectures and
Discussions included topics on

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (2013)

The History of the European Integration and its Implications (2013)

Korean Political Leadership and Its Evaluation (2013)

Green Economy - New Paradigm of Sustainable Development
(2013)

Global Crisis and Korea(2014)

The Sense of Value for Success Leader(2014)

The History of the European Integration and its Implications(2014)

Half Century of Industrial Developments in Korea(2014)

Global Leadership and Ethics(2015)

Mathematics, Engineering and Science: a Fundamental pillar of Korean
development(2015)
E. GAZETTE
(http://gsis.ajou.ac.kr/gsis/Introduction/GSIS_Newsletter.jsp):
Gazette is a student-run news magazine of Ajou GSIS which views GSIS
students’ opinion on cutting edge international issues around the world. It
also represents our students’ voices on many issues going on in and out of
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the Ajou campus. The ultimate goal of GAZETTE is to make the magazine
to appeal not only the GSIS and Ajou students, alumni, faculty, prospective
applicants and general readers around the world. The GAZETTE Vol. 1
was created in the spring semester of 2002 academic year and
continuously published every semester publishing Vol28 in the fall semester
of 2015.
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Part V
TRAINING INSTITUTE
1. GENERAL INFORMATION
a) About University
Ajou University, established in 1973 under the motto of "Asia's best
university of the 21st century," is a leading research university in Korea with
9 colleges. Located in Suwon, about 30km south of Seoul, Ajou has 15,000
students (10,000 undergraduate, 3,500 graduate, and 1,500 in other
courses).
The strength in Ajou's academic programs and research lies in Engineering,
IT, BT, NT, Medical Science, Business and International Studies. Ajou is
widely recognized for its innovative international programs and strong
support for international students and has collaborative partnership with
over 200 universities in 58 countries. There is a wide range of international
programs at Ajou including student and faculty exchanges, international
summer school, Korean language program, etc. International students are
taking courses offered in English by various majors. Today Ajou is
welcoming about 750 international students every semester.
The Graduate School of International Studies (GSIS) of Ajou University was
the first independent school to lead campus internationalization in early
1990s and is a host school for the KOICA program.
Ajou GSIS has
educated more than 615 graduate students from more than 69 different
countries for the last decade and is one of the best graduate programs in
Korea offering superb graduate programs for international students. Ajou
GSIS holds the special scholarship program funded by “Argentine
Government” called “BEC.AR Program 2013”, “BEC.AR Program 2014”,
“BEC.AR Program 2015”.
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2. ACCOMODATIONS
a) Housing Services
Participants will be housed aton-campus dormitory named “Global
Dormitory”. The rooms are double occupancy.
b) Facilities
Type
Individual
Space
Place
Equipment
 2 Single Beds, 2 Mattresses and Covers, 2
Beddings(comforter, pillow),
Room
(2 people  2 Desks & Chairs(with Bookshelf), 2 Closets
shared room)  Air-conditioner and Heating system
 Wifi Available
Kitchen
Toilet and
Shower
 Placed in every other floor
 Refrigerator, Electronic Range, Sink
 Tables and Chairs
 Shower Booths
 Toilet
Common Study Room  Tables and Chairs, Refrigerator
Living Place
Landry
 Coin Laundry Machine, Coin Dryer, Sink
Machine
Lounge
 Sofa, LED TV
Gymnasium  Running Machine and other facilities

For a more intense security, there are several CCTV near the residence
and in the building (Entrance, elevator, hallway)
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
Janitor’s Office is located on the 1st floor.

Individual bedding (blanket, pillow) should be either brought from home or
be purchased upon arrival to Korea.

Elevator is available
c) Housing Services
1. All residents should abide by the rules and regulations of the
Ajou University Dormitory. Ajou University Housing Offices are
maintained for students of all nations, races, and beliefs. These
rules and regulations have been set for the purpose of
promoting convenience, security, and welfare of the residents of
our dormitory, and to protect the dormitory’s property from
misuse and abuse. You are expected to be willing to follow the
dormitory regulations and to be submissive to the school
authorities (dorm staff members and inspectors) and their
instructions
to
minimize
disturbances
and
inappropriate
behaviors.
2. Participants should not be accompanied by any member of their
family
3. The
detailed
tenant
regulations
distributed upon move-in day.
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instructions
will
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d) Pictures of Global Dormitory
<Global Dormitory Building>
<Main Gate>
<RF Card Reader Machine for each room>
<Elevator>
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<Room-Beds and Closets>
<Room-Desks and Chairs>
<Kitchen >
<Kitchen >
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< Shower Room>
< Shower Room>
<Laundry Machine >
<Study Room>
3. OTHER INFORMATION FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
1) University Libraries
Central Library (http://library.ajou.ac.kr)
The central library of Ajou University is located in the center of the university.
The general studying area is open 24 hours a day throughout the year,
and the periodical room is open from 09:00 – 21:00 during weekdays
and 09:00 – 17:00 during weekends.
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At the periodical room, you can read books, journals, and newspapers.
You can also browse the CD-Rom titles and use the Internet to search
for the information you need.
More
detailed
information
on
Central
Library,
please
visit
http://library.ajou.ac.kr
2) International Students Counseling Offices
Office of International Affairs (OIA)
Coordinates study abroad programs with sister universities in the world.
Assists incoming and outgoing exchange students.
Provides service to international scholars and students
Room 101, Yulkok Hall
(tel. 219-2922~2926, fax. 219-2924, Email: [email protected])
Graduate School of International Studies (GSIS)
GSIS Office offers Academic information, simple immigration issue,
internships and career services for our international students.
Room 155, Yulkok Hall
(tel. 219-1551~1555, fax. 219-1554, Email: [email protected])
Ajou Service Center (ASC) - Certificate Issuance Service
ASC offers services for issuing certificates and many miscellaneous
matters.
Room 116, New Student Union Building
3) PC Labs on Campus
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There are many PC labs on campus, where you can use computers for
word processing, web surfing, and so on.
Also, there is a PC LAB on the
1st floor of the dormitory where you will check-in. The PC labs are provided
with printers and you are required to bring your paper.
Building Name
Location
Building Name
Location
Yulkok Hall
Rm153-1 (Only
GSIS students)
Rm 157
Wonchun Hall
Rm 436, Rm 341
Dasan Hall
Rm 308, Rm 307
Library
Internet Center 1 Floor
Sung Ho Hall
Rm 101
Hwahong Hall
PC Room 1 Floor
for
st
st
4) Cafeteria
Cafeteria
Dormitory
Dining Hall
Sun In Jae
Ahyang
Cafeteria
Sinsegye
Location
Hours
Food Served
Dorm. Dining Hall
8AM~7PM
Korean/Western meal
Basement, Songjae Hall
9AM~8PM
Behind Wonchun Hall
9AM~6:30PM Korean/Western meal
1st Floor, Student Union
BL
Korean
home
bakery
9AM~6:30PM Korean/Western meal
Sungho Hall
1st Floor, Sungho Hall
9AM~7PM
Snacks, Beverages
Dasan Hall
1st Floor, Dasan Hall
9AM~8PM
Snacks, Beverages
Yulkok Hall
Basement, Yulkok Hall
9AM~6PM
Snacks, Beverages
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Paldal Hall
1st Floor,Paldal Hall
9AM~6PM
Snacks, Beverages
5) Lounge/Fitness
Facility
Location
Service
Global Lounge
Rm 153, Yulgok Hall
Use of
Computer/Lounge
Ajou Student
Service Center
1st Floor of New Student Union Building
Certificate
Issuance Service
On Campus
Gymnasium
1st Floor of Gymnasium
Sports Facilities
6) Others
Facilities
Functions
Location
Assists students who reside in on-campus
housing.
International Coordinator is available
Ajou Sexual Harassment Counseling Center
Sexual
aims to minimize the damage caused by
Harassment sexual harassment by promptly dealing with
Counseling issues of sexual harassment that might occur
Center
on campus by providing counseling services.
English speaking counselor is available
Standard
Open a bank account, deposit and cash
Chartered
withdrawal.
Bank
Post Office Send mail, postcards and parcels
Students can purchase train tickets and make
Travel
a reservation for airline tickets to take a trip to
Agency
major Korean cities and other countries
Photo
Students can take a picture for student ID
Studio
cards or other purposes.
Photocopy
Students can make a copy of any paper
Room
material.
ATM
Students can withdraw money.
Housing
Office
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2nd Floor,
Dormitory Dining
Hall
Room 338,
Sungho Hall
1st Floor, Student Union
Building
Located
inside
the
cafeteria in Yulgok Hall
Basement of Yulgok Hall
Basement of all lecture
Halls
1st Floor of Library and
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YulgokHall,
on-campus
Bank, and other lecture
halls
4. HEALTH CARE
1) Community Health Care Center (Infirmary)
For minor health problems such as cold or digestion, we strongly
recommend students to visit the infirmary located on the second floor of the
new student union building.
Location : Rm 227 New Student Union
Tel: 219-1597
Office Hours : 09:00a.m – 06:00p.m
2) Ajou University Hospital International Health Care Center
Ajou International Health Care Center (IHCC) provides total care of medical
and communication service with multi languages including English.
For severe health problem or medical check-up, you can go to the Ajou
University Hospital. We recommend you to visit the Office of International
Affairs or the GSIS office before you go to the hospital. To go to the hospital,
we will make a proper arrangement with the hospital for you.
Available
Services
Contact
Info
• Appointment
• 1:1 Care for outpatients
• Private Insurance Consultation
• English Bill & Certificate Issue Service
• Multi languages including English
• Inpatient & ER patient coordinators
• Medical Check-up
• Tel: (82-31) 219-4311 ~ 2, 2010, 5546
• Fax: (82-31) 219-5432
• E-mail: [email protected]
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• Office Hours : 8 a.m. ~ 5 p.m.
3) Other Hospitals in Suwon
St. Vincent Hospital: 93, Ji-dong, Paldal-gu, Suwon 249-7114
www.vincenthosp.com
Dongsuwon Hospital: 441, Uman-dong, Paldal-gu, Suwon 210-0114
www.dongsuwonhospital.co.kr
Oriental Hospital
Oriental hospitals are different from western hospitals. Doctors at oriental
hospitals feel a patient's pulse for diagnosis, and prescribe treatments
such as acupuncture, moxa cautery, and herbal medicine. Oriental
treatment is not about eliminating the disease, but rather strengthening
our body's immune system against disease. Each individual is treated
according to his/her unique physical constitution. The main ingredients in
herbal medicine are natural elements from plants and animals, which
reduces the possibility of side effects.
※ Korea's prescription law
Korea’s prescription law that separates dispensary from medical practice
requires patients to receive a doctor's prescription and submit it to a
pharmacist who prepares the medicine. Pharmacies are usually located
near hospitals, so it is easy to spot them.
Part VI
SUPPORT SERVICES
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PART VI. SUPPORT SERVICE
1. TRAVEL TO KOREA
KOICA arranges and pays for the participants’ round trip to Korea. The participant is to
travel by the most direct route between the Incheon International Airport and a main
international airport in the participant’s home country. KOICA will cover economy class,
round-trip airfare.
If a participant wants to change the flight itineraries, they should pay the additional
airfare. The participant is responsible for the issuance of an appropriate visa (which
must be the ‘Study Abroad Visa [D-2]) necessary for this Scholarship Program. Should
the participant be unable to get the appropriate visa before the date of entrance, KOICA
is unable to provide any assistance and, if it proves necessary, participants may have
to return to their respective countries to get the visa issued at their own expense.
2. EXPENSES FOR STUDY AND LIVING
The following expenses will be covered by KOICA during the participant’s
stay in Korea.
- Tuition fee
- Accommodation (the dormitory of a training institute)
- Living allowance (including meals): KRW 990,000 per month
(Subject to change)
- Study visit & field trip, etc. during the program
- A medical check-up after entrance
- Overseas travel insurance, etc.
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In addition, participants may be invited to a special event organized by
KOICA with the aim of promoting friendship among each other and
understanding about Korea during the program.
3. INSURANCE
During the program participants will be covered by the ‘“New group accident
insurance (2)”. The insurance covers expenses for medical treatment and hospital
care caused by diseases or accidents within the scope and limit of insurance
coverage. Participants should first pay by themselves and then be reimbursed for the
expenses later, on the condition that the case falls under the coverage of the
insurance.
Limits of Coverage (subject to change)
- Death or Permanent Disability by Accident: KRW 100 million
- Medical Expenses by Accident: KRW 50 million
- Medical Expenses by Disease: KRW 50 million
- Death by Disease: KRW 100 million
- Liability: KRW 10 million (deductible: KRW 200,000)
Main Scope of Coverage
- Death or Permanent Disability by Accident & Death by Disease: The insurance
shall pay the insurance money up to the above limit.
- Medical Expenses by Disease and Accident: The insurance shall cover the medical
expenses at actual cost within the limit of the medical insurance subscription
amount per case (for details, refer to the insurance policy)
- Medical checkup at the participant’s option and the fee for a medical certificate and
diseases caused by pre-existing medical conditions, etc. are not covered by the
insurance.
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※ THE INSURANCE COVERAGE IS LIMITED TO THE TREATMENT INCURRED WITHIN KOREA
Deductibles (Insured persons are responsible for deductibles, as described
below.)
1) Maximum Coverage Limit per Day
- Outpatient services: KRW 250,000
- Medicine: KRW 50,000
2) Deductible per day (outpatient)
- Clinic: KRW 10,000
- Hospital: KRW 15,000
- University hospital, level 3 hospital: KRW 20,000
3) Deductible per day (medicine): KRW 8,000
4) Dentistry and Oriental (Chinese) medicine: Uninsured items and prosthetic dentistry
5) Hospital treatment
- The beneficiary is responsible for 10% of the costs
6) Orthopedics
- Equipment and consumables (e.g., wristbands and cast shoes)
7) Fees for issue of certificates
8) In the case of uninsured items and material costs, a detailed statement must be
submitted.
9) Receipts from medical institutions or pharmacies must be submitted. Credit card
receipts will not be accepted
Procedures, Services and Diseases Not Covered by the Insurance
1) Medical check-up, vaccination, nutritional supplements, and tonic medicines
2) Mental disease and behavior disorder
3) Dental care
※ To receive dental care, prior consultation with the coordinator of KOICA is required.
4) Congenital cerebropathy
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5) Herbal remedies
6) Obesity
7) Urinary diseases: Hematuria and urinary incontinence
8) Diseases of the rectum and anus
9) Tiredness and fatigue
10) Freckles, hirsutism, atrichia, canities, mole, wart, pimple, and skin ailments such as
hair loss due to aging
11) Medical expenses caused by treatments for enhancing appearance (e.g., doubleeyelid surgery)
12) Costs that are not related to treatments and medical check-up costs that are not
related to a doctor’s diagnosis.
13) Diseases that participants already had before arrival in Korea.
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PART VlI. REGULATIONS
Part VII
REGULATIONS
1. PARTICIPANT’S RESPONSIBILITIES
- To take up the scholarship in the academic year for which it is offered
(deferral is not allowed)
- To follow the training program to the best of their ability and abide by the
rules of the training institute and KOICA
- To reside in the accommodation designated by the training institute for the
duration of the course except for holidays or temporary leave on the
condition that the leave is reported to the university in advance.
- To maintain an appropriate study load and achieve satisfactory academic
progress for the course. If the participant fails to attain certain grades
required by the university, his or her status as a KOICA program
participant may be suspended and, in some cases, participant will be
required to return home. In that case, the participant will not be allowed to
apply for the KOICA scholarship program again.
- To participate in all activities associated with the approved course of study
including all lectures and tutorials, submit all work required for the course
and sit for examinations unless approved otherwise by the training institute
in advance
- To notify the academic advisor and the Ajou GSIS office two weeks prior to
the departure by submitting the “Request for temporary leave” document.
The e-ticket should also be submitted when issued.
- To advise KOICA and the training institute of any personal or family
circumstances such as health problems or family problems which may
seriously affect their study
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- To refrain from engaging in political activities or any form of employment
for profit or gain
- To agree to KOICA collecting information concerning them and passing
that information onto other relevant parties, if necessary
- To return to their home country upon completion of their training program
- Not to extend the length of their training program or stay for personal
convenience; neither KOICA nor the university will provide any assistance
and be responsible for an extension of their stay
- To either return to their original job post or remain employed in a field
related to their degree for at least 3 years.
- To recommend not to purchase personal vehicles with their allowances
provided by KOICA due to safety concerns and concentration on their
studies.
2. WITHDRAWAL
- In principle, a participant is not allowed to withdraw from the course at his
or her own option once the course starts.
- A participant may withdraw with valid personal or relating to issues from
one’s home country’ (such as health or work issues) when acceptable to
KOICA. In this case, he/she is not allowed to re-apply for KOICA’s
scholarship program.
- If a participant fails to attain certain grades required by the training institute,
he or she may be forced to withdraw and return home upon withdrawal. In
this case, he/she is not allowed to re-apply for KOICA’s scholarship
program.
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- The participant who withdraws must return to the training institute the living
allowance he or she has already received for the remaining period from the
date of departure from Korea.
3. TEMPORARY LEAVE
- Participants may take a temporary leave during the school vacation (to the
participants’ home country or for a trip abroad) under the condition that the
trip does not affect their schoolwork and as long as they notify the
university in advance.
- KOICA and the university will not pay the airfare for the trip and his or her
living allowance will be suspended from the day of departure to the day of
return during temporary leave.
- If the participant 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.
4. ACCOMPANYING OR INVITING FAMILY
- As KOICA’s Scholarship Program is a very intensive program which
requires full commitment to and concentrated effort for studying,
participants CANNOT bring any family members. The duration of family
members’ visiting days cannot exceed one month.
- KOICA does not provide any financial or other administrative support for
the dependents of the participants. The safety and security of their family is
also the participant’s responsibility
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- If a participant invites family members within the duration of one month,
one must take a full responsibility related to their family members travel to
and stay in Korea including administrative and financial support as well as
legal matters in Korea. The participant is required to sign and submit the
Written Pledge with supporting documents by acknowledging their
responsibility and conditions of bringing their family members in Korea in
advance. A copy of the Written Pledge is available at University Office.
5. OTHERS
- KOICA will assume any responsibility only within the limit and scope of the
insurance for participants.
- KOICA is not liable for any damage or loss of the participant’s personal
property.
- KOICA will not assume any responsibility for illness, injury, or death of the
participants arising from extracurricular activities, willful misconduct, or
undisclosed pre-existing medical conditions.
- If the participants violate any of the rules of KOICA and the training institute
during their stay in Korea, their status as a KOICA program participant may
be suspended.
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PART VIII. CONTACTS
Part VII
CONTACTS
❏Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA)
 Program Manager: Mr. Keonhee Lee
 Phone: +82-31-740-0417
 Fax: +82-31-740-0684
 E-mail: [email protected]
 Home page: http://www.koica.go.kr
∙Program Coordinator: Mr. Sang-jun Han
∙Phone:+82-31-777-2675
∙Fax: +82-31-777-2680
∙E-mail: [email protected]
❏ Graduate School of International Studies (GSIS), Ajou University
∙Training Coordinator: Ms. Jeong-Young Choi
∙Phone+82-31-219-1552
∙Fax:+82-31-219-1554
∙E-mail: [email protected] / [email protected]
∙Home page: http://gsis.ajou.ac.kr
∙Address: #155 Yulgok Hall, Ajou University 206 Worldcup-ro Yeongtong-gu
Suwon,16499, Republic of Korea
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Appendix.
facebook.com/koica.icc
The Fellows’ Facebook is a place for fellows to ask questions and write comments
on KOICA fellowship programs. So, if you have questions regarding our program,
please feel free to join our FFacebook community
twitter.com/koica.icc
Do you have a Twitter account? It seems everyone does these
days. If you have a Twitter account, be sure to follow us
@koica_icc
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