MYONGJI UNIVERSITY FACT SHEET

Myongji University, founded in 1948, has evolved into one of the most respected higher educational institutions of Korea, offering various levels of degree programs (BA, MA, Ph.D. and MBA) along with

the Korean Language Institute and the Institute of Continuing Education.

Why Myongji?

Myongji University is - an Appointed and validated by the Korean Ministry of Education as an institution accredited to

receive and manage international students for its excellence in teaching and administration. - an international university with students from over 50 countries, where students can truly befriend

with international students and experience a global citizen life. - accredited internationally and nationally in different academic disciplines. - located at the center of Seoul and Yongin. Both campuses offer convenient public transportation. 1. Seoul Campus: located close to the heart of old Seoul. Near numerous cultural heritage sites &

tourist attractions such as Gyeongbuokgung Palace, Hongdae and Myongdong. 2. Yongin Campus: located near various cultural attractions such as Yongin City Hall, Traditional

Korean Folk Village, and Everland (Korea’s biggest amusement park).

Special Features that Myongji University is Proud of: - Myongji Asia Leadership Program (MALP): Courses offered to students who wish to become

experts in Asian Studies to approach Asia from diverse perspectives. Comprehensive range of academic courses including politics, economics, business, culture, society, history, art and philosophy are provided in English with particular focus on Asia and Korea.

- Various Support Services for International Students provided by buddies (peer support and academic support).

- Variety of Cultural excursions for international students to experience and feel the REAL Korea. - A warm, caring and nurturing international office. One-stop service is provided to all international

students at the Office of International Affairs.

Academic Specialties - Selected as the top-class university in Korea by the Korea Science and Engineering Foundation:

28th in the world for thesis publication - Active research collaboration with companies and government offices & selected for funding:

selected for the Brain Korea 21 Project and University for Creative Korea Project, received 16 million KRW fund from GS Korea, selected for the ECO-STAR project with 12 billion KRW fund, received 4.5 million KRW from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, received 10 million KRW funding from the Korea Institute of Marine Science & Technology and received over 60 million KRW from the Korea government for research projects in 2014.

- Business Administration, International Trade: is accredited by Korea Association of Business Education Accreditation (KABEA) for its undergraduate academic excellence (only 27 universities among over 400 Korean universities) and undergraduate+graduate program (only 10 universities in Korea). The curriculum focuses on thorough understanding of business management and international trade as academic disciplines, combined with theoretical applications in the real-world through case studies.

- Language and Literature majors: The curriculums include teaching of practical Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese and Arabic language as a second language.

- Korean Language Courses: Different levels of Korean language courses from beginner to advanced and specialized courses on writing and presentation are provided.

- Public Administration: Several courses focused on Korea and Asia are provided in English by academically outstanding professors.

- Political Science and Diplomacy: offers specialized courses by EU specialist and Korean/American election specialist professors. One-of-a-kind course in political philosophy is provided.

- Digital Media (Mass Media): Equipped with high-tech studio and filming utensils. - Architecture: First in Asia to be accredited for 5-year course and second in the world. Myongji

University is the only university in Korea that offers Korean traditional architecture and operates a small traditional folk village in Yongin campus.

- Engineering majors: is accredited by the Accreditation Board of Engineering Education of Korea (ABEEK). Students are educated in cutting-edge technology laboratories. Civil Engineering is ranked as number one in Korea and the Hybrid-center is the best in Korea (only six were authorized by the Korean Ministry of Construction and Transportation among over 400 Korean universities). Electrical/ Electronics/Mechanical Engineering departments were selected in the University for Creative Korea Project by the Ministry of Education. If more than seven students apply for a same curriculum, a customized course can be offered in English.

- Art majors: Division of Film and Musical is the center of Hallyu (Korean Wave) with globally well-known Korean popular celebrities such as Park Bogum (actor), Jonghyun Key and Taemin (Shinee), Sandeul (B1A4), Bora (Sistar), Yoonho and Joonsu (TVXQ), Yubin (Wonder Girls), Seongmin and Donghae (Super Junior).

- Physical Education majors: Myongji is renowned for its world-famous professors (team coaches, referees, casters) and excellent sports facilities. Ji-Sung Park (football player, Manchester United) is a graduate of Myongji (BA and MA).

- Baduk Studies: The only higher education in the world that teaches Baduk (the game Go) as an academic major and the leader of the academic field.

- Korean Language Institute (KLI): KLI provides high quality education from experienced professors who hold nationally accredited Korean Language Teaching certificate. International exchange student receive a 50% tuition-waiver.

- First Ubiquitous High-tech IT Library in Korea - LG-Yeonam Library with largest and oldest collection in Korea related to Korean history: It was

sponsored by LG to collect different historical data from all over the world. - First and only university partner of NAVER BAND (Google of Korea with nearly 80% of market

share) to better support and communicate with international students

List of Majors in Myongji

[Seoul Campus]

[Yongin Campus]

College Major

Humanities

Korean Language & Literature Chinese Language & Literature English Language & Literature Japanese Language & Literature Art History Philosophy Library & Information Science History Arabic Studies Creative Writing

Social Science

Public Administration Economics Political Science & Diplomacy Digital Media Youth Education & Leadership Child Development & Education

Business Administration Business Administration International Trade Management Information Systems

Law Law

Information and Communications Technology Convergence

Digital Contents Design Division of Software Convergence (Application Software Track, Data Technology Track)

College Major

Natural Science Mathematics Physics Chemistry Food & Nutrition, Division of Biological science & Biological Information

Engineering

Electrical Engineering Electronics Engineering Advanced Materials Engineering Chemical Engineering Civil & Environmental Engineering Computer Engineering Industrial Systems Engineering Mechanical Engineering Information & Communications Engineering Environment & Energy Engineering Transportation Engineering

Arts & Physical Education

Division of Design (Visual Communication Design Industrial Design, Media Communication Design Fashion Design), Division of Physical Education Division of Music (Piano, Voice, Composition) Division of Film & Musical Baduk Studies

Architecture (5 Years) Division of Architecture Traditional (Korean) Architecture Space Design

Academic Calendar (for Exchange Students)

Dormitory

The Dormitory Building in Seoul Campus was built in 2006, a 9-story building with a capacity of 864 students with 309 rooms. There are five Dormitory Buildings in Yongin Campus which can host 1,872 students. Each room is equipped with beds, closets, desks, shelves, a telephone, LAN system, air conditioning and refrigerators. Also TVs are equipped in the lounges, and microwaves, electric burners & kettles in the kitchen for simple cooking.Various subsidiary facilities are also available including a laundry room, a seminar room and a convenience store.

* Fees are subject to change without prior notice.

Other On-Campus Convenient Facilities

- International Student Lounge - CNN Cafe (Coffee Shop) - Language Service Center - Hair Salon - Health Service (Clinic, provides medicine) - Convenience Store - Sports Complex (Gym, football field & more) - Resting Lounge with Bunk beds - Cafeteria - Movie Theatre - Library - Roof Top Garden - Student Lounges (for group studies) - Book & Stationary Shop - Print & Photocopy Shops - Study Room - Post Office - Computer Labs - International Counseling Office - Student Counselling Center

Campus Rooms One Semester

Vacation4 weeks 8 weeks Per day

Seoul Campus(Meals not included)

Double (2beds) 1, 130 USD 260 USD 500 USD 16 USD

Quadruple (4beds) 820 USD 200 USD 370 USD 13 USD

Yongin Campus(20 Meals included)

Double (2beds) 960 USD - - 15 USD

Quadruple (4beds) 710 USD - - 10 USD

Semester Period Spring Semester: 02 March ~ mid June Fall Semester: 01 September ~ mid December

Application Deadline Approx. 3~4 months prior to semester start

Official Arrival (pick-up) Day Wednesday of the week before the semester starts

Pick-Up Service Only provided on the Official Arrival Date (fee of charge)

Orientation & Health Check-up Day Thursday of the week before the semester starts

Submit Course Registration Form Spring: February 1 Fall: August 1

Course Registration Period Spring: 2nd week of February Fall: 2nd week of August

Course Registration Changing Period 1st week of each semester

Services Provided to the International Students

Oulami (International Outreach Student Club): Peer Support (daily life and cultural excursions)OULAMI are elite students who are selected to represent Myongji University. They help international students to get settled and accompany in official cultural excursions. They also host regular weekly activities, where international students are welcomed to participate freely, such as tasting Korean food, visiting cultural sites, playing board games, trying out different traditional costumes, enjoying sports games and watching movies.

Global Buddy Program: Academic SupportGlobal Buddy students are selected academically talented students who help international degree-seeking students with academics. One Buddy is assigned to 3-4 international students and the Buddy meets each international student once on a weekly basis. International students can consult their Buddy regarding homework, class group projects and other academic assignments. At the same time, Global Buddy students assist the international students in managing their graduation credits and other requirements.

Contact Information

Office Office of International Affairs

Address Seoul Campus: 34 Geobukgol-ro, Seodaemung-gu, Seoul, 03674, KoreaYongin Campus: 116 Myongji-ro, Cheoin-gu, Yongin, Gyeonggi-do 449-728, Korea

ContactPerson

Inbound & Summer Program Manager: Ms. Tenny KimTel : +82 2 300-1514, Fax : +82 2 300-1516E-mail : tenny@mju.ac.kr

OfficialWebsite

http://www.mju.ac.krhttp://abroadeng.mju.ac.kr

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