2017 KOICA-KU Master’s Degree Program in Agricultural Processing and Marketing
2017 KOICA-KU
Master’s Degree Program in Agricultural Processing and Marketing
August 8, 2017 - December 21, 2018 Seongnam & Seoul, Republic of Korea
Korea International Cooperation Agency Konkuk University
*Participants are strongly advised to thoroughly read and follow the provided instructions in the Program Information
CONTENTS
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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 ELIGIBILITY
08
2. ADMISSION PROCESS
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3. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
18
PART IV.
PROGRAM CONTENTS
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1. ACADEMIC SCHEDULE
4. EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
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PART V.
TRAINING INSTITUTE
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1. GENERAL INFORMATION
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2. ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES
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3. OTHER INFORMATION
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PART VI. SUPPORT SERVICES
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1. TRAVEL TO KOREA
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2. EXPENSES FOR STUDY AND LIVING
PART VII. REGULATIONS
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1. ACADEMIC REGULATION
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2. PARTICIPANT'S RESPONSIBILITIES
4. TEMPORARY LEAVE
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5. ACCOMPANYING OR FAMILY INVITATION
PART VIII. CONTACTS
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APPENDIX 1. BRAND NAME OF THE KOICA FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM
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APPENDIX 2. HOW TO JOIN THE KOICA COMMUNITY
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APPENDIX 3. HOW TO GET TO THE ICC
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 implem enting 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 Resources Development (HRD) has been the most important factor in Korea’s escape from vicious cycle of poverty and underdevelopment that had existed for many decades. With scarce 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 HRD.
From its own development experience, Korea came to fully recognize the significance of HRD, specifically in regard to Korea’s collaboration with other developing countries. With much experience and know-how in HRD, Korea contributes greatly to the international community by sharing its unique development experience with other nations.
Since its establishment in 1991, KOICA supported a variety of international cooperation programs for HRD, mainly in project-type aid form, focusing on education and vocational training with a concentration in building a foundation for HRD.
The training and expertise-sharing programs help our partner countries build administrative and technical expertise in both the public and private sectors. In order to share experience at the grassroots level, under the name of World Friends Korea, KOICA dispatches Korea Overseas Volunteers to provide services in the fields such as education, regional development, computer science, health care and nursing. Approximately 7,806 volunteers have been dispatched to 57 countries thus far.
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 offered 3,410 courses to 53,810 participants from 173 countries. 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 socio-economic 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 2013, the program has assisted a total of 1,854 students through 92 courses. In addition, as of 2014, 290 participants will participate in 16 master ’s degree programs at 16 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
1. Program Title - KOICA- KU Master’s Degree Program in Agricultural Processing and Marketing
2. Duration
- Stay duration: August 8, 2017 - December 21, 2018 Students are strongly recommended to complete their thesis within their stay. - Academic duration: August 2017 - June 2019 In accordance to the university regulations, the diploma will be issued in August 2019.
3. Degree: MS in Agriculture or MA in Business Administration
4. Objectives
1) Deepen knowledge and insights of government officials from developing countries in agricultural products processing and marketing.
2) Obtain hands-on experience of his / her own major and strengthen practical
capabilities by a combination of class and industry activity.
3) Expand available resources and personnel network in partnership with Konkuk University and other Korean institutes.
5. Implementing Agency: Konkuk University (KU) (www.konkuk.ac.kr/eng)
6. Number of Participants: 20 participants
7. Language of Instruction: English
8. Accommodations: KOICA International Cooperation Center (ICC),
Konkuk University Dormitory (Double occupancy)
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Part III
HOW TO APPLY
1. APPLICATION ELIGIBILITY
Candidates should:
- Be a citizen of the country which has a cooperative relationship with KOICA. - Be a government/municipality official or a researcher / an instructor in state
institute working in his/her home country with a Bachelor’s Degree or higher
(Private sector employees are not eligible).
- 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.
- 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. - Not be a person who has withdrawn from KOICA’s scholarship program. * Person belonging to the institution in which candidates submitted false documents and returned to his / her country arbitrarily in the middle of SP program cannot apply.
- Have not participated in KOICA’s scholarship program or any of the Korean
G overnment’s Scholarship Program before (Master’s degree program). - Meet the following nationality requirements
1) Applicants and their parents are foreign nationals without Korean citizenship OR
2) Applicants completed primary, secondary, and tertiary education in a foreign country.
- Obtain a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university by February 2017.
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2. ADMISSION PROCESS
Process
Dates
Step 1. Application Package Submission Due February 28, 2017, at 17:00 Step 2. On-site Interview (KOICA local office)
March 1 – March 7, 2017 Step 3. First Round: Document Screening
March 15 – March 31, 2017 Step 4. Second Round: Phone Interview (KU)
April 14 – April 28, 2017
Step 5. Medical Check-up (local)
May 10 – June 16, 2017 Step 6. Admissions Decisions Announced
June 23, 2017 ※ The timeline in this table is based on the local time in South Korea and is subject to change.
▶ Post Admission
Arrival in Korea Tuesday, August 7, 2017 KOICA Orientation
Wednesday, August 9, 2017 Admission Ceremony / KU Orientation
Friday, August 14, 2017 Beginning of the first semester
Monday, August 28, 2017
A. Application Package Submission
- Applicants for the program have to apply via the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA). For the first selection process, applicants will be screened and selected by the KOICA selection committee based on the selection standard provided by KOICA and KU. Then the best applicants for the next selection process will be recommended. Documents of the selected applicants will be forwarded to KU.
- Prepare all required documents for your admission package and fill out the ‘Document Checklist’. Check whether all information is correct. - Submit the application package (including both KU and KOICA application forms and other required documents) to the regional KOICA office or Korean Embassy (if KOICA office is unavailable) by the submission due date.
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B. On-site Interview (KOICA / Embassy)
- 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.
C. First Round: Document Screening
- Documents of the applicants nominated by the regional KOICA office or Korean Embassy (if KOICA office is unavailable) will be screened and evaluated by KU Admissions Committee. The Committee will assess the education and work experiences of the applicants based on their submitted documents. The Committee will also look into whether or not the applicants prepared the required documents properly.
- Application package as well as the on-site interview result will be thoroughly
reviewed by the Committee. - Every component included in the application package such as accreditation of the undergraduate school, undergraduate GPA, English proficiency, current affiliation and working experience will be evenly evaluated.
- Selection results for phone interview will be announced to the applicants and
KOICA respectively.
D. Second Round: Phone Interview (KU)
- An opportunity for a phone (or Skype) interview will be given only to those who
have passed through the document screening successfully. - The place and time for the interview will be determined by KOICA and KU. The
phone interview will be conducted in English. The applicants’ educational goals,
leadership potential, fluency in English and communication skills will be evaluated. - 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 a 2-3-day notice in advance.
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E. Medical Check-up (local)
ㅇ (Summary) The medical check- up results will identify the applicants’ health conditions, and doctors belong to the coordinating agency will verify factors that
hamper the completion of the scholarship program.
ㅇ (Coordinating Agency Contact Info) - Inje University PAIK Hospital - Person in charge: Ms. Leah OH - E-mail: inje_paik@daum.net / CC. Leon@koica.go.kr - Tel: +82-2-2273-0980
ㅇ (Date of examination) May 15 th , 2017 – May 26 , 2017 - The date of the medical check-up will be notified individually from the coordinating
th
agency after passing the interview successfully. - The hospital reservation and related information will be notified to the applicants
individually by e-mail from the coordinating agency. However, applicants who do not th, receive any notice until May 12 2017, they should contact via e-mail or telephone with the coordinating agency.
※ Since coordinating agency will provide guidance on medical check-up for those who passed the 2 nd round interview by e-mail, you need to fill out the correct e-mail
address on the application form and check your e-mail in time.
ㅇ (Recipient) Applicants who successfully pass the 2 nd round interview (limited to about 130% of capacity)
- Applicants who successfully pass the 2 nd round interview must receive an additional medical check-up. If you fail to take the examination within the given time, you will be
disqualified. - Even though you are on the waiting list, you must receive the medical check-up. ㅇ (Medical institution) The medical check-up will be carried out in the medical
institution “designated by KOICA” located in the applicant’s capital city. ※ Examinations received individually are invalid and non-refundable. ㅇ (Expenses) The coordinating agency designated by KOICA will cover all costs to
the local medical institution directly, so the applicants should not make separate payments to the medical institution.
- Please remember that transportation and accommodation fees will NOT be reimbursed.
- KOICA will not pay for the treatment necessary after the examination.
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ㅇ (Result notice) The local medical institution does not inform the participant of the results of the examination, but if the participants request to the local medial check-up service agency, they will send it to them directly.
- You may be asked to receive re-examination by the coordinating agency to certain your medical condition.
※ In case of re-examination, it must be done during the re-examination period. (the coordinating agency will inform individually for those who need re-examination.)
- The results will be provided to KOICA Headquarters, KOICA overseas office as well as embassies, training institution, training support organization, and coordinating agency to progress application process.
Read Carefully before you apply Changes in other natural and living environments may affect your health as leaving your home country. Among the trainees who have ever entered the country; their physical condition has fallen sharply, resulting in cases where they are hospitalized or had to return home earlier without being able to complete the program. In order to prevent such situation, we apply and judge the standard that does not interfere with the long-term study through the health screening when selecting trainees; we comprehensively judge the applicant's health eligibility based on the result of the medical examination. Therefore, if you suffered from an illness in the past, or still have it (previous illness); you must state it in the Medical Questionnaire because there are some diseases that are exacerbated by the environment even if it is currently cured. If you do not report the exact details, you may not be able to claim your insurance or receive medical assistance. Besides, you might be sent back to your home country or end up returning your living expenses, travel expenses, etc. to us.
Korea may have higher medical costs than your home country. According to Korea's insurance system, 20% of medical expenses are mandatory deductibles by law; which often is covered by the participants themselves. Therefore, we would like to recommend for those who are under medical treatment due to illness, those who need regular medical examinations, and those who are receiving outpatient treatment for tooth problems such as cavities to consult with their doctors and appl y to the Master’s Degree Program after they
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F. Admissions Decisions Announced
- Admissions results will be notified to the regional KOICA offices or Korean embassy. Registration instructions and information about other necessary steps will be provided to individuals.
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3. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (CHECK LIST)
No.
Submission KOICA Application Form (separately attached)
Documents
1 ㆍ Fill out the separately attached application form. Typed Required application form is strongly recommended.
Konkuk University Application Form (separately attached)
2 ㆍ Fill out the separately attached application form. Typed Required application form is strongly recommended.
Resume / CV
ㆍ Submit a copy of your updated resume. Required
Essay
ㆍ Answer the following questions within the word limit. Write each question above your answer.
1) How did you get to know of this program? And how will
Required this program help you deal with problems in your job?
(500 words)
2) What are your strength(s) and weakness(es)? (500 words)
Notarized * Bachelor’s Degree Diploma
1) Submit the notarized* original copy of Bachelor ’s Degree Diploma.
2) Submit the notarized* English translation of Bachelor ’s
Required Degree Diploma, if the original copy of the Diploma is
in languages other than English or Korean. * Refer to [Notarization Requirement Details] on page 13 for notarization requirements.
Notarized * Academic Transcripts
1) Submit the notarized* original copy of academic transcripts.
2) Submit the notarized* English translation of academic
Required transcripts, if the original copy of the transcripts are in
languages other than English or Korean. * Refer to [Notarization Requirement Details] on page 13 for notarization requirements.
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No.
Submission Notarized * Family Relations Certificate
Documents
ㆍ This certificate must show the relationship between the
7 applicant and both his / her parents. Required * Refer to [Notarization Requirement Details] on page 13 for notarization requirements.
Photocopy of both parents’ Identification Cards
8 ㆍThe identification cards must show the nationality of the Required applicant ’s parents.
9 Photocopy of Passport
Required
Recommendation Letter
10 ㆍ Submit ONE recommendation letter signed by someone who
Required knows you well.
Passport photo (8 copies)
ㆍ Photo size (35mm X 45mm) with white background. Required
Official Transcript of English Proficiency Test (TOEFL / TOEIC / IELTS, etc.)
12 ㆍ If your native language is English, you do not need to Recommended submit it.
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* Notarization Requirement Details
Applicant’s Bachelor’s Degree Diploma (both original copy and English translated copy),
Academic Transcripts (both original copy and English translated copy), and Family Relations
Certificate MUST BE NOTARIZED as below.
1) If the applicant is from Apostille countries (See Apostille Countries List below), choose ONE of the following options.
Apostille / Notarization Options
Apostille documents by government authorities such as Department of
Option 1
External Relations or Foreign Affairs (STRONGLY recommended). Notarize documents with a seal or stamp by the Korean Embassy or the
Option 2
Consulate of the Republic of Korea in applicant’s home country. Notarize documents with a seal or stamp by the Embassy of the applicant ’s
Option 3
home country in Korea (NOT recommended).
2) If the applicant is from a NON-Apostille country (countries not included in Apostille Countries List below), choose ONE of the following options.
Notarization Options
Notarize documents with a seal or stamp by the Korean Embassy or the
Option 1
Consulate of the Republic of Korea in applicant’s home country. Notarize documents with a seal or stamp by an authorized institution in
Option 2
applicant’s home country. Notarize documents with a seal or stamp by the Embassy of the applicant’s
Option 3
home country in Korea (NOT recommended).
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Apostille Countries List
Albania, Andorra, Argentina, Armenia, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Belgium Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Bulgaria, Chile, China, People's Republic of, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ecuador, Estonia, Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Korea, Republic of, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Mauritius, Mexico, Monaco, Montenegro, Morocco, Netherlands New Zealand, Norway, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Republic of Moldova, Romania, Russian Federation, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Suriname, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America, Uruguay, Venezuela
Note: The full list is found at Hague Conference on Private International Law, http://www.hcch.net/ .
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Important Notes for All Applicants:
1. All forms should be typed in English and all the supporting documents should
be in English. Documents in any other language should be accompanied by a notarized English translation.
2. Original documents should be submitted. Should they be unavailable, however, copies must be authorized by the originating institution before they are submitted.
3. If any of the submitted materials contain false information, admission will be rescinded.
4. Applicants whose forms and supporting documents are incomplete or unsatisfactory will be disqualified from the admission process.
5. Applicants should take full responsibility for any disadvantage due to the mistakes or omissions on the application.
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Part IV PROGRAM CONTENTS
1. ACADEMIC SCHEDULE
Entry to Korea
KOICA 2017
Aug. 10-12
(KOICA Orientation)
Admission ceremony /
Preparatory course
Aug. 28 – Dec. 15
First semester
Jan. 9 – Feb. 24
Internship during winter break
Mar. 2 – June 16
Konkuk University, 2018
Second semester
Aug. 1 – Dec. 14
Third semester
internship partners
Dec. 15
Program completion ceremony
Dec. 22
Departure Fourth semester (remotely
Mar. 2 – June 18
guided on thesis)
2019 Issuance of Master’s degree
Aug.
Konkuk University
certificate
Note: The schedule above is subject to change.
2. ORIENTATION
A. KOICA ORIENTATION
When you first arrive, there will be an orientation for 2- 3 days for KOICA’s Scholarship Program at the KOICA International Cooperation Center (ICC). The orientation aims to provide participants with useful information on the program as well as general information on living in Korea that you will need during the program. Usually, the orientation is composed of two parts: KOICA’s welcoming session and
a medical check-up. The order of each part is subject to change.
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■ KOICA’s Welcoming Session
In the first part of the orientation, you will have a welcoming session which includes KOICA’s welcoming reception, an introduction of KOICA and a course outline. Through this session, you can have an overview of the Scholarship Program. Lectures about Korean culture, as well as general information regarding daily life in Korea, will also be delivered in this session.
B. KU ORIENTATION
An orientation will be conducted for the students during the first week after their arrival at Konkuk University.
The orientation will include:
■ Outline of the Academic Program
- Academic schedule - Curriculum and course list - Graduation requirements - Academic rules and regulations
■ Introduction to Student Support and Services
- Alien registration - Student ID card / bank account - Mentorship Program
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3. CURRICULUM
A. KOICA- KU MASTER’S DEGREE PROGRAM ■ Concentration: Agricultural Processing and Marketing
Agriculture has great potential in developing countries. However, due to the lack of awareness and technology, post-harvest loss is high and value-addition is low. Shortage of technical personnel, inadequate distribution infrastructure, lack of finance, and inefficiency in agricultural laws and regulations, are also problems prominent in developing countries.
The program provides hands-on experience in the field of Agricultural Processing and Marketing in theory and practice. This program will help:
- Strengthen capacity of recipients in policy development by learning from Korea’s experience in agricultural policy development and implementation - Form student s’ proactive, pioneering attitude in agricultural policy development - Support in identifying challenges and improvement tasks in agricultural policy
and institute of students ’ home countries - Establish a cooperative network among students, KU and partner institutes - Contribute to solidifying friendship and promoting economic cooperation
between Korea and the recipients’ countries through continued development cooperation in agriculture
Applicants must select a department to apply among the three departments.
Department
Professors
Doo Hwan KIM Mee Jung CHOI
Bio-resources and Food Science Young Soo GEUM Se Chul CHEON Hong Gu LEE Kyung Woo LEE
Animal Science and Technology Beob Kyun KIM
Soo Ki KIM Livestock Business and Marketing
Min Kyoung KIM
Economics
Seung Chul CHOI
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■ Common courses
0 (2 weeks) 1st
Korean and Korean Culture
3 Winter break Advanced Korean and Korean Culture
Thesis Seminar
0 (3 weeks)
Marketing Management of Agricultural
2nd
Products
Project Management
Development Cooperation
Thesis Research
■ Departments
1) Department of Bio-resources and Food Science Semester
Course
Credit
Agricultural Product Function and Safety 3
Development Postharvest Physiology and Technology
Crop Cultivation
Pathology
Lipid Foods
Note: Internship is offered during break.
2) Department of Animal Science and Technology Semester
Course
Credit
Digestive Physiology
Advanced Feed Biotechnology
Animal Nutritional Proteomics
Poultry Nutrition
3 Nutrition and Disease
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3 Note: Internship is offered during break.
Modeling for Livestock Feeding Standard
3) Department of Livestock Business and Marketing Economics Semester
Course
Credit
Agricultural Marketing
Price Analysis and Livestock Products
Econometrics
2 Advanced Agriculture Production
Economics Agricultural Economics
3 Note: Internship is offered during break.
Agribusiness Marketing
B. INFORMATION FOR ACADEMIC PROGRAMS ■ Semester
The KU master's degree program consists of four semesters. The master's degree requires a minimum of one and a half years of full time study. All students are required to complete coursework of at least 24 credits. Students will return to their home country after the completion of the third semester and continue thesis research with their adviser ’s remote guidance during the fourth semester.
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C. DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
Students pursuing a master's degree in KU must complete the following requirements:
1) Fulfil the coursework requirements
a. Obtain 24 credit hours of coursework (9 credits per semester at maximum).
b. Submit the master ’s thesis.
c. Average GPA must be no lower than B (3.0 out of 4.5).
2) Fulfill Korean and Korean Culture (2 weeks) and Advanced Korean and Korean Culture (3 weeks).
3) Achieve the approval of the Thesis Review Committee on the thesis and submit the final draft of the thesis.
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4. EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
A. FIELD EXPERIENCE ■ INTERNSHIP
• Internship opportunities will be provided during break. The internship may be
offered by institutions under Korean government or private companies. • Academic advisors of each department will be in charge of recruiting internship institutions and organizing internship programs. • Transportation and accommodation fee will be provided.
■ FIELD TRIP
• Students will come to learn how what’s taught in class becomes applicable in industry by visiting agricultural product trade or processing facility. • Students will be able to establish good personal networks with policy makers, executioners and corporate executives in order to be able to call for professional assistance when possible.
• Destinations may include RDA (Rural Development Administration), CFS (Canaan Farmers School), AT (Korea Agro-Fisheries and Food Trade Corp), Canaan Farmer s’ School, Nongsan and etc.
B. CAPACITY ENHANCEMENT ACTIVITIES ■ INTERNATIONAL AGRICULTURAL CONFERENCE
• This conference offers opportunities for KOICA-sponsored graduate students to present their research before experts in agricultural fields and motivates students for academic excellence.
• It also facilitates active discussions including Q&A, and students may have chances to refine their theses based on feedbacks.
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■ SCHOLARLY EVENTS
• Students can stay updated with current status of each studies and new technologies by participating agriculture-related conferences. They include ones held by Korean Agri-food Policy Association, Korean Industrial Food Engineering Association, Korean Food Storage / Distribution Association and Korean Agricultural Economy Association.
• Identify information useful to students' theses and have findings presented in
seminars. • Actively participate in KOICA-organized development cooperation forum and
academic forum.
■ DISCUSSION SEMINAR
• This is a part of our action-based learning. Students come to obtain practical knowledge as they, as a team representing a group of stakeholders of an actual project, make a plan and assert it against opposing teams.
• Each team presents PPT slides for around 20 minutes. • Each team plays roles for a group of stakeholders: for example, in case of
“Improvement of food security by integrated natural farming methods in Sri Lanka”,
1) Director, World Vision Sri Lanka, 2) Director, Agricultural Department, Batticaloa District, Sri Lanka 3) OXFAM Australia, 4) Professor at Eastern University, 5) FBO lead farmer in the project area.
• Each team is requested to present: objectives, partners and their roles, expected
obstacles and ways to overcome them, desired outcomes and so on. • Prepare to address actively questions and comments from other teams. Students will play various roles such as scientist, renowned agricultural institute, politician, policy-maker, firm executive and farmers.
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C. SOCIAL ACTIVITIES ■ HOMESTAY AND MENTORING PROGRAM
• Students will get a chance to reside temporarily with homestay families who are open-minded and sensitive to the needs of the students staying in their houses. Students are expected to learn and understand Korean living standards, foods and habits throughout their stay with Korean host families.
• Host families will learn the needs and problems of the students through sincere hospitality and entertainment. • Host families will be asked to contact the students periodically to support their residence in Korea. • Cooperating Institution and Individuals: Program professors, Global Agricultural Development Cooperation Center and interested individuals.
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Part V TRAINING INSTITUTE
1. GENERAL INFORMATION
A. ABOUT KONKUK UNIVERSITY
It was the liberation of Korea from Japan that enabled Dr. Yoo to transform Konkuk Eui-Sook (a private institution for training young Korean leaders) to Konkuk University in 1948. As a strong believer in the role of higher education in maintaining Korea’s future sovereignty, Dr. Yoo and his supporters chose the name Konkuk ― meaning “founding a nation” in Hanja (Chinese characters) ―hoping that Konkuk graduates would serve Korea with the spirit of building a nation.
Years of experience in reforming rural areas and educating young leaders, along with a short stint as a politician, convinced Dr. Yoo that education goals should be set beyond academic excellence. Konkuk University not only leads agricultural and life science research but also excels in many areas, thanks to his generous endowment and education philosophy. Moreover, in less than a decade, Konkuk went through a major transformation, incorporating a modern complex of a hospital, shopping mall, movie theatre, and residential facilities. Such advancements gave Konkuk the title of “the fastest growing university in Korea”.
Today, the Seoul Campus, located in the heart of Seoul, comprises 21 undergraduate colleges and 15 graduate schools that offer a diverse range of programs. The Global Campus in the city of Chungju, Chungcheongbuk-do, consists of six undergraduate colleges and two graduate schools. As of 2014, a total of approximately 25,600 students study at the two campuses and abroad.
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CAMPUS MAP MAP OF ADJACENT AREAS TO KONKUK UNIVERSITY
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B. KIID
KU Institute for International Development Cooperation (KIID) was launched as an institute designated by the president in February 2014 as a part of the Konkuk University's internationalization businesses. Since then, KIID has been actively involved in numerous international development cooperation projects including Official Development Assistance (ODA) projects, international forums, and academic activities, thereby contributing to the common prosperity of the international community through the development of developing countries. In this process, by adequately utilizing the various school resources (professors, researchers, students, hospital, Konkuk Dairy & Ham, etc.), we are constantly supporting the reinforcement of research capacity of researchers and support students and graduate student's careers.
Recently performed or completed ODA projects include 1) the establishment of the Palestine-Korea biotechnology center, 2) ICT innovation capacity building in Rwanda, 3) the establishment of model farm in Parwan Province, Afghanistan, and
4) the agricultural training program for capacity building of Gabonese officials.
Also, in early 2014, we held a total of three symposiums and forums such as KIID Forum. Moreover, Central Asia Colloquium was held three times to promote international cooperation with Central Asia by inviting specialists in the Central
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Asia. In addition, we invited the director of the UNESCO World Heritage Centre for
a special lecture. Name
Major
Position
Song, Chang Seon
Director Kown, Yong Soo
Veterinary Medicine
Associate Director Kim, Gera
Administration
Director of Central Asia Center Kim, Doo Hwan
History
Director of Capacity Development Center Cho, Yong Bum
Bioresources & Food Science
Director of Global Strategy Center Bae, Ho Jae
Electronics Engineering
Director of ODA Center Lee, Hong Gu
Bioindustry Engineering
Director of New Village Movement Center Choi, Jae Heon
Animal Science & Technology
Director of World Heritage Research Center Lee, Jeong Ik
Geography
Biomedical Science & Technology
Kim, Dae hwan
Economics
Kang, Min Hyung
Researcher of Central Asia Center Kim, Ki Duk
Advanced Industry Fusion
Researcher of World Heritage Research Center Kim, Min Kyoung
Cultural Contents
Bioindustry Engineering
Kim, Beob Gyun
Animal Science & Technology
Choi, Mi Jung
Bioresources & Food Science
Kim, Soo Ki
Animal Science & Technology
Researcher of World Heritage Research Center Park, Kwang So
Kim, Sook Jin
Geography
Researcher of Central Asia Center Park, Jong Kwan
Commerce & Trade
Researcher of World Heritage Research Center Seo, Kun Ho
Geography
Veterinary Medicine
Sur, Jung Hyang
Veterinary Medicine
Researcher of World Heritage Research Center Yoo, Dong Hwan
Song, Ki Hyung
Film Studies
Researcher of World Heritage Research Center Lee, Sang Hun
Cultural Contents
Researcher of World Heritage Research Center Lee, Kyung Woo
Construction Engineering
Animal Science & Technology
Chung, Ill Min
Applied Bioscience
Han, Sang Do
History
Researcher of Central Asia Center & World Heritage Research Center
Han, Seung Hyun
Researcher of Central Asia Center Hong, Hyun Chul
History
Researcher of World Heritage Research Center Alexandre Repkine
Geography
Economics
Researcher of Central Asia Center
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2. ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES
A. DORMITORY (ON-CAMPUS)
Students who are admitted to the program will live on campus in Seoul. They will stay in the dormitory which is housed in KU:L House, specially designed for international students. Two students will share a room.
All dormitory rooms are equipped with a twin sized bed, desk, chairs, bookshelf, closet, refrigerator, bathroom and air conditioner. The internet system is also available (electrical outlets: 220V). However, blankets or pillows are not provided.
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■ Communal kitchen
There is a communal kitchen, where all students can cook for themselves. The facilities in the kitchen include an electric burner, microwave, refrigerator, sink, and cooking utensils.
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3. OTHER INFORMATION FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
A. PRAYER ROOM
To promote a culturally harmonious environment in the campus and to respect other people’s cultural preferences, the program provides a prayer room for religious students.
B. CUTTING-EDGE TECHNOLOGY FOR LECTURE ROOMS
To support students with the finest learning environment, the lecture rooms are equipped with high-tech devices.
C. ONE-STOP SERVICE CENTER
The One-stop Service Center offers various kinds of service to students such as issuing certificates, lost & found, fax service and others. It is located in the International House.
D. WIRELESS INTERNET SERVICE
Wireless Internet service is available for free everywhere on Konkuk University campus.
F. OTHER FACILITIES FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Cafeteria, book rental shop, convenience store, bakery, laundry service, and Global Café are located in the dormitory buildings or other facilities on campus.
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G. HEALTH CARE : KONKUK UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
With a history stretching back to its humble beginnings in the 1930s, Konkuk University Hospital (Konkuk University Medical Center) has been providing care to patients for over 80 years. In August 2005, the hospital took a giant step forward with the unveiling of its ultramodern facility, with 13 floors, four basements and 879 beds. This new-generation general hospital is capable of providing tests, diagnosis and treatment —everything in one location. With the synergy of research, training and treatment functions established at the hospital, students, doctors and researchers can benefit from each other working side-by-side.
In March 2011, the hospital received accreditation from the Ministry of Health and Welfare of the Korean government. The accreditation officially recognizes the quality of the hospital’s medical services. In July 2011, the hospital was officially certified as a Health Promoting Hospital (HPH) by the World Health Organization (WHO). In December of the same year, it was also designated by the Korean government as a Senior Medical Center specialized in high-level medical practices, particularly for severe illnesses such as cancer and cardiovascular diseases.
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Extensive Research Capabilities
Equipped with the latest diagnostic and treatment technologies, including MRI, radiation therapy equipment and computer diagnostic tools, the hospital maximizes the capabilities of medical researchers. With the opening of this new facility, the hospital has entered a new phase, providing unprecedented excellence in medical care.
Easy Accessibility
The hospital is easily accessible from anywhere on campus —no more than a 10- minute walk. It is also easily accessible from downtown Seoul as it is directly linked by Subway Line 7. (Exit 3, Konkuk University Station) The escalator leads you directly to the basement of the hospital. You can also reach the hospital by using Subway Line 2 as well. (Exit 2, Konkuk University Station) During lunchtime, patients and visitors can enjoy a musical concert staged in the basement. Since it began on September 16, 2005, the concert has been held more than 1,300 times.
Business Hours
Weekdays: 09:00 –12:00 Saturdays: 09:00 –12:00
Sundays: Closed (The emergency room is available 24 hours a day year-round.) For more information and reservations, call 1588-1533 (call center) or (02) 2030-7281, 7282. (Emergency Room)
International Clinic
In 2010, Konkuk University Hospital opened the International Clinic for all foreign patients, particularly foreign faculty and students of Konkuk.
1. Business hours: weekdays (morning 9:00 –12:00 / afternoon 13:00–17:00) - In order to receive medical treatment without a reservation, you should visit the clinic at least before 15:30.
2. Available languages: English, Chinese and Japanese
3. Choose one of the three methods to make an appointment: (An appointment at least one day in advance is strongly recommended). ① Call the clinic at (02) 2030-8361, 8362.
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② Visit the clinic to make an appointment at the front desk. ③ Visit www.kuh.ac.kr/english to fill out an application form. If it does not work out, download the form and send the completed form to
konkuh@gmail.com. Wait for a confirmation call or email from one of the clinic’s staff members.
4. Location: 1st basement, Konkuk University Hospital [Note] Regular full-time foreign faculty members and tuition-paying foreign students of Konkuk University are entitled to small discounts on certain (not all) medical treatments. You must present a certificate of employment (재직증명서) (Korean version) or a certificate of enrollment (재학증명서) (Korean version) in order to receive benefits.
For more information and reservations, contact Ms. Joo at (02) 2030-8362 or hedy@kuh.ac.kr (Chinese) Ms. Kim at (02) 2030-8361 or 20110616@kuh.ac.kr (English)
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Part VI SUPPORT SERVICES
1. TRAVEL TO KOREA
KOICA arranges and pays for the participant ’s 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 participan t’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 t
he ‘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: KRW 999,000 per month (Subject to change) - A medical checkup after entrance - Overseas travel insurance
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.
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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