International Programs for domestic students

Selection Period

	Spring Semester – Semester 1	Autumn Semester – Semester 2
Application	Early October (previous year)	Early April (current year)
Application	Mid October (previous year)	Mid April (current year)
Selection	Late October (previous year)	Late April (current year)
Dispatch	February – March (current year)	August – September (current year)

Important Pre-departure Administrative Tasks

1. Check your passport’s expiration date. If it is set to expire soon, apply for a renewal in advance.
2. When completing the host university’s application forms, you may be required to provide your passport number, so be sure to have your passport ready
3. Ensure that the spelling of your English name and your date of birth are consistent across all official documents such as your passport, certificates, and flight ticket.
4. After receiving the Letter of Acceptance and visa documents from the host university, apply for a student visa at the respective country’s embassy in Korea.
5. Purchase your flight ticket in accordance with the academic calendar and dormitory move-in schedule of the host university
6. You are personally responsible for purchasing international student or travel insurance that covers the entire period abroad, including your departure and return dates
7. In the event of cancellation, early return to Korea, or any major changes to your exchange plan, you must immediately contact the K-Heritage International Center

Tuition Fee and Living Expenses

• Exchange students must remain officially enrolled at Korea National University of Cultural Heritage (KNUCH) during the exchange period. (Note: Students who take a leave during the exchange will be considered unregistered and will lose their eligibility for the exchange program.)
• Tuition tee must be paid to KNUCH each semester. (If you are participating in a year-long exchange, tuition must also be paid for the second semester)
• Apart from scholarships for living expenses provided to exchange students, all other costs associated with the exchange (e.g. airfare, additional living expenses, etc.) must be borne by the student.

Before Departure

• Research academic programs, housing, and other relevant information about the host institution through past exchange students, the host university’s website, and its international office.
• Share all relevant information with other students going to the same university or region.
• Familiarize yourself with KNUCH’s history, academic system, and features, so you are prepared to introduce the university to international peers
• Attend the pre-departure orientation organized by the K-Heritage International Center.

Upon Arrival

• Report your arrival to the international office of the host university and submit your Arrival Report.
• Use the brochures and posters provided by KNUCH to promote our university to students at the host institution.
• If your address, phone number, email, or any major information changes during the exchange period, you must notify the K-Heritage International Center immediately.

Credit Transfer

1. Credit transfer is based on the Academic Regulations and the Student Exchange and Credit Recognition Guidelines of KNUCH.
2. If you plan to transfer credits as major courses, you must consult with your department office before departure, as the process for credit recognition varies by department.
3. Courses taken at the host institution should primarily be major-related, but elective or second major courses may also be taken.
4. If you need to fulfill required major or second major courses, you must thoroughly discuss and determine equivalent courses with your department chair before departure. Failure to do so may result in non-recognition of credits, and the responsibility will rest with the student.

Credit Transfer Policy

• The total number of credits earned at domestic or overseas institutions (including exchange universities) cannot exceed half of the total credits required for graduation at Korea National University of Cultural Heritage (KNUCH).
• During the exchange period, students must transfer at least one course per semester, and may not transfer more than 18 credits per semester. For summer or winter sessions (seasonal semesters), no more than 6 credits may be transferred.
• Credits earned at the host university will be counted toward the total number of credits required for graduation, but will not be included in GPA (Grade Point Average) calculations.
• “If the credit value of a course at the host university matches KNUCH’s credit system, it will be transferred as-is. If the systems do not align, the number of credits will be adjusted according to KNUCH’s credit transfer standards for each partner university.”

Sharing Outstanding Exchange Reports

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Partner Universities List

• Germany – Free University of Berlin, Department of East Asian Art
• Sweden – Uppsala University
• China – Jingdezhen Ceramic Institute, Department of Ceramics, Jingdezhen Ceramic Institute, Department of Sculpture
• Taiwan – Tainan National University of the Arts
• Japan
  • Tokyo University of the Arts, Faculty of Fine Arts
  • Shizuoka National University, Japan
  • Tohoku University of Art and Design, Faculty of Fine Arts and Faculty of Design Engineering
  • Nara University, Faculty of Letters
• Cambodia – Royal University of Fine Arts, Departments of Archaeology, Traditional Architecture, and Fine Arts

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Eligibility Requirements

*This guide provides general information and is subject to change. Please review detailed instructions in each semester’s selection announcement.*

Chapter 2: Studying at Other Universities for Our Students

Article 4 (Eligible Universities)
Eligible universities (excluding specialized graduate schools) are primarily those with which our university has academic exchange agreements. However, in special cases, students who receive a recommendation from their academic advisor and approval from the university president may apply to other universities.

Article 5 (Eligibility)

①For undergraduate students of our university who wish to participate in exchange programs at other universities, the following conditions must be met. (Transfer students may participate only during summer/winter sessions.)

1. Must have completed at least 2 semesters and be able to study abroad between the 3rd and 7th semester.
2. Must have earned at least 36 credits, with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
3. Must have no disciplinary actions or academic warnings according to our university regulations.
4. For exchange programs at overseas universities, students must have no restrictions on overseas travel under military service laws or other relevant regulations.

② For undergraduate students who wish to participate in credit exchange programs at other universities, the following conditions apply:

1. Must have completed at least 2 semesters and be able to study abroad between the 3rd and 7th semester.
2. Must have a GPA of 2.00 or higher in the immediately preceding semester.
3. Must have no disciplinary actions according to university regulations.

③ For graduate students (Master’s and Doctoral programs) who wish to study at other universities, the following conditions must be met:

1. Must have completed at least 1 semester and be able to study abroad between the 2nd and 3rd semester.
2. Must have earned at least 12 credits, with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
3. Must have no disciplinary actions or academic warnings according to university regulations.
4. For exchange programs at overseas universities, students must have no restrictions on overseas travel under military service laws or other relevant regulations.