Konkuk International Summer School
Gwangjin District, South Korea
Summer Course
DURATION
22 days
LANGUAGES
English, Korean
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
31 May 2026*
EARLIEST START DATE
01 Jul 2026
TUITION FEES
KRW 3,500,000 **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* international summer school 1
** total fee for Summer 1 | KRW 2,620,000: total fee for Summer 2. Discounts are available
Delve into Korea's heritage through the International Summer School at Konkuk University, located in the bustling heart of Seoul. This prestigious four-week program allows you to earn up to 6 credits while immersing yourself in a rich array of one-of-a-kind extracurricular activities and field trips.
What's more, you'll have fantastic opportunities to truly learn and improve your Korean language skills. Make lifelong friends from around the globe and connect with a Korean buddy for an unforgettable cultural adventure!
At Konkuk, you can cultivate global friendships in an environment that promises a transformative summer experience!
Program Highlights
Summer 1
- 3-credit liberal-arts & major courses
- Themed around K-Wave: Psychology, Business, Architecture
- Morning 09:00–12:00 / Afternoon 13:00–16:00
Waterbomb Concert
- Exclusive K-POP festival tickets at 42% off + free shuttle (July 5, Saturday!)
Summer 2
- Track A: 10:00–12:00 → Korean + Culture
- Track C: 10:00–17:00 → Full-day Intensive
Summer 1 Academics
Korean Language
| Class | Program |
|---|---|
| Taught by Bilingual Korean Professors | |
| Korean Language (Beginner) | Learn basic communication skills in Korean, including pronunciation and everyday phrases. |
| Korean Language (Intermediate) | Enhance communication through structured learning in pronunciation, characters, and grammar. |
| Korean Language (Advanced) | Master formal and informal Korean with advanced grammar and vocabulary application. |
Electives & Majors
| Department | Class | Program |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | ||
| Architecture | Architecture and Human Environment | Explore the cultural, psychological, and environmental dimensions of architectural practice in Korea through design principles, sustainability, and historical movements. |
| Art | ||
| Art | Exploring the Vibrant World of K-Art (and K-pop) | Discover the dynamic interplay between K-Art and K-Pop and their cultural impact on global trends. |
| Design | ||
| Art & Design | K-Art Now: From Museum to Street (Previous: Social Space: Site-Specific Art) | Examine how site-specific and socially engaged art activate civic dialogue and reimagine public life in Korea through participatory interventions. |
| Beauty / Skincare | ||
| Beauty | K-Aesthetics | Explore the history, medical science, economy, and philosophy of Korea’s beauty industry. |
| Psychology | ||
| Psychology | K-Psychology: View of Koreans and Korean Culture | Analyze Korean society’s cultural traits through psychological concepts and cross-cultural comparison. |
| Business | ||
| Business | International Business | Learn to manage global business operations, with case studies from leading Korean companies. |
| Business | Culture & Business: Cases of the Korean Wave | Examine how the Korean Wave has shaped business strategies and consumer behavior worldwide. |
| Engineering & Computer Science | ||
| Computer Science | Introduction to Virtual Reality | Gain foundational knowledge of VR technology and its global applications. |
*Classes may be cancelled if fewer than 10 students register.
Summer 2 Academics
| Track | Description |
|---|---|
| Track A: Korean Language and K-Wave Classes | Class Days: 6 days Schedule: 2 hours of Korean language lessons each day. K-Wave Elective Courses: In Summer 2, K-Wave-related electives feature a 1:1 ratio of classes to hands-on experiences, including:
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| Track C: Korean Immersive Course | Class Days: 6 days Schedule: Morning session of 2 hours followed by an afternoon session of 4 hours of Korean language lessons (continuation of Track A + Track B). Focus: Offers a full-day immersive experience, ideal for maximising language exposure and proficiency through extended daily sessions, encompassing both foundational and advanced skills. Note: Contents may overlap slightly. Schedules are subject to change for improvements or due to special reasons. |
The total amount of class time for each course which includes in-class lectures, discussions, self-study and assignments, is up to 48 hours. Academic performance of a student will be assessed at the end of the program, and a certificate of completion will be issued as requested. Students will be informed of the finalized course schedule by email prior to their arrival. You can take up to 2 courses (monring + afternoon) which amounts to 6 credits.
Extracurricular Activities
| Summer 1 Program | Contents |
|---|---|
| Field Trip & Cultural Program |
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- The schedule and contents of Summer 1 are subject to change.
- International students must have international health insurance to participate in the field trips.
| Summer 2 Program | Contents |
|---|---|
| Field Trip & Cultural Program |
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| Konkuk University's Buddy Program | Our esteemed Buddy Program will have Konkuk University students guide you to the trendiest spots in Korea. Enjoy delicious food and fun places as you fully immerse yourself in your stay in Korea. This is a perfect opportunity to experience Korean culture |
- The schedule and contents of Summer 2 are subject to change.
- International students must have international health insurance to participate in the field trips.
- Partner University Students Scholarship: Students from partner universities will be eligible for program fee deduction.
- Please require your home institution Study Abroad Office to find out if you can apply as a partner university student.