Language of instruction
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As South Korea's first national university, Seoul National University has a tradition of standing up for democracy and peace on the Korean peninsula. SNU is currently ranked within the Top 100 universities worldwide. Graduates have long served as public servants in key positions of the Korean government.
SNU offers its students outstanding cultural and recreational opportunities with a wide variety of additional entertainment options available in the city of Seoul. Gwanak Campus, the main campus of the university, covers a vast area at the foot of the magnificent Gwanak Mountain 鈥� one of eight mountains surrounding Seoul.
Semester dates
| UQ Semester | Host Semester | Dates |
| Semester 1 | Spring Semester | 惭补谤肠丑鈥揓耻苍别 |
| Semester 2 | Fall Semester | 厂别辫迟别尘产别谤鈥揇别肠别尘产别谤 |
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Guides and additional information
SNU has online resources to help get more from your exchange:
- Information sheet
- College of Business Administration fact听sheet
- (includes information about housing)
Exchange deadlines
Exchange deadlines
The Semester-based Exchange application process begins one year before the exchange starts. For example, if you plan to start your exchange in UQ鈥檚 Semester 1, 2027, you must apply in UQ鈥檚 Semester 1, 2026.
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 April
Register interest by: 21 May
Applications close: 31 May
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 September
Register interest by: 21 October
Applications close: 31 October
Student testimonials
I got to learn from experts with vast international experience, opening my eyes to global issues and perspectives.听
- B ArtsSemester 1, 2019
- B ArtsSemester 1, 2019
These 4 months have changed my life about my goal and direction.
Full-time study load
Host university requirements
GPA
- General undergraduate students听will need a minimum cumulative GPA of 5.0听to study at SNU.
- SNU听College of Business Administration requires a听minimum cumulative听GPA of 5.25.
- Postgraduate students will need a minimum cumulative GPA of听5.25.听
Language
Students wishing to take courses taught in Korean will require a TOPIK level 5 or above.
Study Options
You must choose a specific SNU and take the majority of courses within the chosen college/department. Cross-college/department study is allowed but not recommended, as some courses have enrolment restrictions as outlined below.听
Law at SNU: Please read the Academic Restrictions section below regarding undergraduate Law exchange at SNU.
Other Requirements
- Department of听Korean History /听Psychology / Statistics: Students who apply for these departments must provide proof of their Korean language ability. A听satisfactory level of Korean language听ability should听be either听 or Level 5 or above of the Korean Test conducted at the SNU Language Institute.
Note: Host university eligibility criteria are at the discretion of the host and may change without notice.
Find courses
Search the 听and search courses with the mortarboard icon which are English-taught courses.
SNU has about 15% of courses are taught in English. Please听read the instruction听on How to search SNU courses.
Crosscheck the courses you found in the host course catalogue with the to see if UQ credit has previously been granted. The database should be used as a general guide only. Few courses from each host will be in the database and many course precedents in the database may have expired. Note, the credit precedent database does not replace the host course catalogue. If a course is not listed in the CPD, you can still ask for it to be assessed on your study plan.
Study areas taught in English
Academic restrictions
Additional academic information
Exchange deadlines
Exchange deadlines
The Semester-based Exchange application process begins one year before the exchange starts. For example, if you plan to start your exchange in UQ鈥檚 Semester 1, 2027, you must apply in UQ鈥檚 Semester 1, 2026.
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 April
Register interest by: 21 May
Applications close: 31 May
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 September
Register interest by: 21 October
Applications close: 31 October
Accommodation
Exchange students at SNU can apply for accommodation in , but places cannot be guaranteed. The Office of Internation Affairs provides SNU student accommodation information and tips for finding private accommodation.
Cost of living
Guides are available to help you understand the听听and prepare a budget for your exchange.
Financial support
A range of funding for student exchange including scholarships, grants and loans are available to UQ students.
Host University Scholarships
Exchange students at SNU may be nominated by their home university for the . The SNU Office of International Affairs has information on the application and selection process for available scholarships.
Hyun Family Korea Scholarship听
Enables undergraduate students studying Korean who have an interest in journalism, media and/or communications to participate in semester-long exchange programs in South Korea. Read the page for full details including the eligibility criteria.
Insurance
Students approved to participate in a Semester-based Exchange are automatically covered by UQ鈥檚 Travel Insurance for the country of their host university only.
For more information, read the Student Travel Insurance Policy Summary on (login required).
If you plan to travel outside of your host country, you should purchase additional insurance.
All international students are required to have an for the entirety of their stay in Korea.
Exchange deadlines
Exchange deadlines
The Semester-based Exchange application process begins one year before the exchange starts. For example, if you plan to start your exchange in UQ鈥檚 Semester 1, 2027, you must apply in UQ鈥檚 Semester 1, 2026.
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 April
Register interest by: 21 May
Applications close: 31 May
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 September
Register interest by: 21 October
Applications close: 31 October
Organise your visa
It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct visa for the country where you will be studying. As the Global Experiences team is not a visa-issuing authority we cannot provide visa advice.
SNU provides for incoming exchange students.
Contact the听听for more visa information.
Travel risk levels
51吃瓜网 cannot and does not allow students to travel to any country with (Reconsider your need to travel) or above, as assessed by the Australian Government.
If a country's risk level changes to 3 or above, experiences to that country are suspended until the risk level improves.
Find out the risk level and travel advice, and sign up to receive updates for your host country on the .
Exchange deadlines
Exchange deadlines
The Semester-based Exchange application process begins one year before the exchange starts. For example, if you plan to start your exchange in UQ鈥檚 Semester 1, 2027, you must apply in UQ鈥檚 Semester 1, 2026.
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 April
Register interest by: 21 May
Applications close: 31 May
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 September
Register interest by: 21 October
Applications close: 31 October