Hankuk University of Foreign Studies
International Bachelor's DegreeSeoul, South Korea
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
04 Jul 2025
EARLIEST START DATE
01 Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
EUR 22,700 *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* on average 3,200 EUR per semester. 300 EUR cheaper when applying through Asia Exchange
Key Summary
Introduction
Complete an International Bachelor's Degree in South Korea in the Division of International Studies at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies.
Apply through Asia Exchange and receive a guaranteed 300 EUR scholarship for your first semester as a full degree student at HUFS. This scholarship guarantees a cheaper first semester than applying directly! Asia Exchange will guide you through the application process. Book a Zoom meeting with us to find out more!
Experience Seoul’s vibrant culture, a blend of tradition and modernity. Explore ancient palaces, bustling markets, and futuristic skyscrapers. Savor delectable Korean cuisine and indulge in K-beauty trends. Discover the Han River’s charm, dynamic K-pop scene, and immersive tech innovations. Seoul captivates with its warmth, hospitality, and endless excitement!
Program Highlights
- Apply through Asia Exchange and get a 300 EUR scholarship for your full degree studies in Korea with the added benefits of our support and services during the application process
- Receive assistance and instructions on the application process from our dedicated Full Degree team
- No need to send physical copies of application documents when applying through Asia Exchange
- Get an acclaimed degree from one of Korea’s best universities
- Gain the necessary language skills and professional know-how to work in demanding and competitive international environments
- Gain the necessary language skills and professional know-how to work in demanding and competitive international environments
- Take in the international atmosphere on campus, meet with people from all over the world and improve both your English and intercultural communication skills
- Explore life in the “24-hour city” Seoul, also rated one of the top 10 student cities in the world
Ideal Students
The goal of the 4-year Bachelor’s degree program is to give you the necessary language skills and professional know-how to work in demanding and competitive international environments. You also have the chance to choose among different specializations depending on your interests and career goals. All the while you have the chance to immerse yourself in Korean culture and build your international network.
The Bachelor’s degree program in Korea is for you if…
- You have an upper-secondary degree
- You have a good command of English
- You’re interested in pursuing an international career
- You’re interested in East Asia and Korea
Admissions
Curriculum
As a student in the Bachelor’s degree program, you’ll study at the Division of International Studies (DIS), located on the Seoul Campus in downtown Seoul. Currently, students from more than 300 countries study in the Division of International Studies and graduates of HUFS DIS are moving forward in various directions. Some are working in the United Nations and other international organizations as official diplomats. Others are paving their academic path by entering graduate schools around the world including the United States of America, the United Kingdom, and China.
The program allows you to specialize further and deepen your knowledge based on your interests and skills. Complete courses related to for example international law, economics, culture and humanities, and international relations during your full degree.
The program is taught entirely in English.
Mandatory Courses for all students:
| Spring Semester | Autumn Semester |
| Principles of Economics I | Principles of Economics II |
| Understanding Culture | Understanding Culture |
| English 1 (Academic Writing for International Studies) | English 2 (English Debate and Presentation)
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| International Relations Theory | Volunteer Service II |
| Volunteer Service I |
The ‘Understanding Culture’ course is held both semesters, but you only need to take it once.
Specialization paths from Semester 3 onwards (you will choose one patch during your full degree)
| Economics | Development and Law | Language and Culture | International Relations |
| Principles of Economics I | Theory and Practice of Economic Development | English I (Academic Writing for International Studies) | Introduction to Comparative Politics |
| Principles of Economics II | Introduction to Polar Studies | English II (English Debate and Presentation) | International Organization |
| Microeconomic Theory | Institutions and Development | Understanding Culture | International Relations of Asia |
| International Finance and Balance of Payments | International Organization and Law | Chinese I | Public Diplomacy II |
| Financial Economics | International Public Law | Chinese II | Future of War |
| Macroeconomic Theory | Introduction to Korean Law | Chinese III | Global Governance and NGO |
| International Trade and Investment | Introduction to Development Economics | Chinese IV | Power in World Politics |
| Statistics | Advanced Development Economics | Korean I | Korean Politics and Diplomacy |
| International Studies Seminar I | ODA and Law | Korean II | International Political Economy |
| International Studies Seminar II | Globalization and Development | Korean III | International Relations Theory |
| Korean Economy and Law | Korean IV | Public Diplomacy I | |
| Korean Politics and Diplomacy | |||
| Transnational Actors in World Politics | |||
| The Politics of Technology |