Overview and Application Details
- Eligible Applicants: Undergraduate and graduate students
- Enrollment Status: Must be currently enrolled at the time of application (leave of absence allowed during the program; students exceeding the standard duration of study are not eligible)
- Number of Selected Participants: Approximately 20 students, selected within the available budget
- Activity Period: Up to 6 months, flexible according to the applicant’s preference
- Host Institutions: Selected autonomously by the applicants
Support Details
| Field | Activity Description | Activity Period | Support Provided |
|---|---|---|---|
| Academic | Participation in conferences, forums, seminars, etc. | Less than 60 days | -Actual airfare reimbursed (up to 1.5 million KRW) -500,000 KRW support for activities lasting 15 days or more (one-time) *Recommended during vacation periods |
| Education | Participation in overseas seasonal semesters, workshops, coursework, excavations, etc. | Less than 60 days | -Actual airfare reimbursed (up to 1.5 million KRW) -500,000 KRW support for activities lasting 15 days or more (one-time) *Recommended during vacation periods |
| Research | Research exchange | 60 days or more | -Actual airfare reimbursed (up to 1.5 million KRW) -Activity allowance of 500,000 KRW per month (up to 3 months) |
| Pratical Training | Unpaid internships and fieldwork | 60 days or more | -Actual airfare reimbursed (up to 1.5 million KRW) -Activity allowance of 500,000 KRW per month (up to 3 months) |
- Activity allowances for research and practical training are paid monthly for up to 3 months (a maximum of 3 payments) if the activity period is 60 days or longer.
- Overlapping support with on-campus field training programs, specialized research courses, or other support programs is not allowed.
- Academic credits are not granted, except for partial credit recognition in the case of overseas seasonal semesters.
Eligibility Criteria & Evaluation Process
- Eligibility Criteria: Must be a currently enrolled student (undergraduate or graduate) at the university and have completed at least one semester.
- “Applications may be submitted individually or as a team (no limit on team size).
- Note: Number of participants may be adjusted during the selection process.”
- No GPA or language test score requirements.
- Only new applicants to the Global Talent Development Program for Cultural Heritage are eligible.
- ※ Each student is eligible for this support only once during their undergraduate or graduate studies
- Evaluation Process : First Stage: Recommendation by the department chair – 2. Second Stage: Review by the International Exchange and Cooperation Committee
- Evaluation will consider the purpose and sincerity of the activity plan, the host institution, and an overview of the proposed program.
- Bonus points will be given if the activity takes place at a partner institution with an existing exchange agreement (MOU).
- The number of selected participants may vary depending on the available budget.
- ※ Applicants are expected to independently plan and propose activities related to their major or interest in cultural heritage, including academic, educational, fieldwork, and practical experiences.
- ※ Applications proposing only travel or site visits to overseas cultural heritage sites will be excluded from consideration.
- Required Documents & Program Procedure
- (At the Time of Application)
- Activity Plan (refer to the attached template)
- Recommendation Letter from the Department Chair “
- (After selection)
- Activity registration documents
- Invitation letter and other supporting documents
- Flight ticket purchase details
- Copy of personal ID and bank account information
- Proof of travel insurance
- Consent form for personal data collection”
- (After Completion of the Activity)
- Original flight ticket, Certificate of completion or proof of participation, Final report (up to 7 pages)
- Activity video (within 5 minutes)
- All documents must be submitted within 15 days of return”
- Activity videos may be used for university promotions and on official social media platforms.
- (At the Time of Application)
- Program Application Procedure
- Program announcement and recruitment
- Submit application to your department office : Includes Activity Plan and Recommendation Letter
- Department recommends applicants to the K-Heritage International Center (via official letter)
- International Exchange and Cooperation Committee convenes and evaluates applicants
- Final selection and notification of successful applicants
- Submit pre-departure documents : Invitation letter, flight ticket purchase details, proof of travel insurance, pledge form, etc.
- Departure and program participation
- Submit final report within 15 days of return : Includes original flight ticket, certificate of completion, and final report
- Disbursement of airfare and activity allowance
- Sharing of activity video on the university website and social media