Korea University Division of International Studies

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Division of International Studies
고려대학교 국제학부
Type Private
Established2002
Dean Andrew Eungi Kim, Ph.D.
Location,
Website https://int.korea.edu

The Division of International Studies is one of the undergraduate divisions at Korea University in Seoul, South Korea.

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Specializations

"Students are able to take all courses and do not need to officially declare a specialization. However, for students doing the Intensive Major it is advisable to specialize in one of the five areas." [1] Korea University Division of International Studies provides 5 tracks to the students.

Student’s council

The student council of Division of International Studies is organized through autonomous elections and manages various activities within the division for a year, representing and protecting the rights of its students. The council takes charge in preparing annual school events such as Ipsilenti, Ko-Yon-Jeon (Athletic Contest of both Universities: Korea Univ., Yonsei Univ.) and endeavors to enhance its students’ general welfare.

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References

  1. "Korea University Division of International Studies & Graduate School of International Studies | Undergraduate Program | Academic Curriculum | Bachelor of International Studies".