GNUGlobalMobilityProgram| Contents |01 About GNU and GGMP
02 Application Procedure for GGMP
03 Benefits for GGMP Students

About GNU경상국립대학교
Gyeongsang National University• Established: 1948

• University Type: National• Organization: 5 campuses, 17 colleges,
11 graduate schools, 106 departments• No. of Student: About 27,706(Undergraduate 24,756, Graduate 2,950)• No. of Staff: 3,332(faculty 2,504, Administration staff 828)

What is GGMP?
☑ GGMP, which stands for the GNU Global Mobility Program,offers students the opportunity to engage in their studies as
exchange participants at GNU.
☑ This initiative not only facilitates academic growth but also encourages
students to immerse themselves in a wide array of cultural encounters,

spanning both scholarly and non-academic dimensions.

5 Campuses
Gajwa Campus
Chilam Campus

3 Campuses in Jinju（Gajwa、Chilam、Naedong）

Changwon Campus

ChangwonCampusTongyeong Campus

TongyeongCampus

Note: The main campus is the Gajwa Campus, where the dormitory and international office are located.

Dormitory
Providing a comfortable living environment

Dormitory Expenses(Currency: KRW, subject to change)

BuildingNo.

57, Gaecheok

1BTL(8,9)

2BTL(10,11)

3BTL(1-4)

Facilities
Beds, desks, chairs,

Cost555,750

569,790582,660

643,500

685,620

wardrobes,

bookshelves, etc.

Meal Plan(Currency: KRW, subject to change)

No. ofMeals
Cost

300 meals
2,200

230 meals
2,300

190 meals
2,700

150 meals
3,000

120 meals
3,400

Note
Cannot bechanged afterpayment

Dormitory Facilities
Student dormitory interior, exterior and convenience facilities

Building 5 (interior, exterior) Building 1-4(interior, exterior) Building 6-7 (interior, exterior)Dormitory Facilities
Student dormitory interior, exterior and convenience facilities

Building 8,9(interior, exterior）

Building 10,11(interior, exterior）

Dormitory Facilities
Student dormitory interior, exterior and convenience facilities

Contact
International Program Manager☑ Responsible for All countries except China
Ms. Jeong-seon KIM
Tel: +82-55-772-0273, Fax: +82-55-772-0269

E-mail: kk_jjj_@gnu.ac.kr☑ Responsible for China
Ms. Min-ju KIM

Tel: +82-55-772-0275, Fax: +82-55-772-0269
E-mail: mjkim8812@gnu.ac.kr
Homepage: https://www.gnu.ac.kr/international/main.doAddress: OIEC(Office of International & External Cooperation), Gyeongsang NationalUniversity, 501 Jinju-daero, Jinju, 52828, Republic of Korea

Requirements for GGMP☑ At GNU, most courses are taught in Korean(around 90%),and some taught in English(around 10%). If you are fluent in Korean,
you may take any courses that you want.
☑ However, if you are not fluent in Korean, please bear in mind thatyour course registration can be limited.
You may not find any relevant courses with your majors andeven your course application can be rejected by course lecturers.
☑ So, we strongly advise you to take good care of your credits for yourgraduation at your home university before coming to GNU.
☑ Graduate students will officially be admitted only after being reviewed
and approved by their respective department or laboratory at GNU.

Programs Available in GNU[Gajwa Campus-Jinju City]
Colleges

Departments

Humanities

Language and Literature (Korean, German, Russian, French, English, Chinese), History,Philosophy, Korean Classics in Chinese, Ethnic Dance

Social Science

Economics, Social Welfare, Sociology, Psychology, Political Science, Public Admin.

Natural SciencePhysics, Life Science, Mathematics, Food and Nutrition, Clothing and Textiles, Information
Statistics, Geology, Computer Science(Computer Science major), ChemistryBusiness

Management Information System, Business Administration, Intl’ Trade, Accounting

Engineering

Mechanical, Aerospace and Information Eng. (Mechanical Eng., Aerospace and Software
Eng.), Nano- New Materials Eng., Industrial Systems Eng., Architectural Civil Eng.,
Architecture, Semiconductor Eng., Chemical Eng., Electrical Eng., Electronics Eng., Controland Instrumentation Eng.

Agriculture and Life
Science

Food and Resources Economics, Forest Environmental Resources, Environmental Materials
Science, Agricultural Plant Science, Animal life science, Agrochemical Food Eng.,
Agrosystems Eng. (Biotechnology Industry Mechanical Eng., Area-based Environmental Eng.)

Law

Law

Programs Available in GNU[Chilam Campus-Jinju City]
CollegesDepartments

Life Sciences

Anti-aging Advanced Materials Science, Pharmaceutical Engineering,Computer Science(Computer Software major)

Construction&environmental
Engineering

Interior Materials Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Textile Design, Environmental
Engineering

IntegratedTechnology
Engineering

Mechanical Material Convergence Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automotive
Engineering, Convergence Electronic Engineering, Energy Engineering

Humanities andSocial Science

Social Welfare, Children and Family Studies, English

Business

Smart Logistics and Commerce※ Note- We advise you to apply for the same or similar major or department at GNU as with yourhome university. All the colleges, departments(majors), and course information can be foundat https://www.gnu.ac.kr/eng/cm/cntnts/cntntsView.do?mi=8527&cntntsId=4497

After choosing a department or a major, please state the selected department(major) in theapplication form.

Procedure and ScheduleSending
Certificate of
Admission

Semester
BeginsStep

Nomination

Application

Announcementof AcceptanceSpring10. 15.

10. 31.

MidNovemberMidDecember

Early March

Fall

4. 15.

4. 30.

Mid May

Mid June

EarlySeptember

1) Nomination- Please send an email containing following information to GNU through theInternational Program Manager of candidate’s home university∙ Candidate’s name in English(same as on passport)· Undergraduate or Graduate· Proposed department at GNU· Proposed exchange period at GNU

Procedure and Schedule2) Application① International program manager should send scanned version of required
documents for students’ application by the deadline◎ Required Documents- Official Academic Transcript (issued by the home institution)※ Graduate students must also submit the official transcript of their undergraduate academic records.

- Official Certificate of Enrollment (issued by the home institution)- Copy of Passport- Medical Checkup (Form Provided)- Permission for the Use of Personal Information(Form Provided)- Bank Balance(own): More than $8000/per year(More than $4000/per one semester)② Students should complete online application form by the deadline- Link for online application will be sent to international program manager

Procedure and Schedule3) Notification of Acceptance- Notification of Acceptance will be sent to the International Program Managerof each university via email.

4) Sending Admission Documents- We shall dispatch the admission documents to the International Officeof each respective university.
We kindly request that you subsequently facilitate their dissemination
to the students, enabling them to initiate the visa application process.

Course Selection☑ Course registration is scheduled one month prior to the commencementof the semester. Also, there is the option to apply during the additionalcourse registration period within the initial week following the commencementof the semester.
☑ While we recommend exchange students to take courses among their own
departments’ curriculum, they are also allowed to take any other preferredcourses in other departments.

※ Note- For an overview of courses taught in a foreign language, kindly refer to the link provided below.
https://www.gnu.ac.kr/main/cm/cntnts/cntntsView.do?mi=1149&cntntsId=1145.

- The course list for the fall semester will be updated in August, and the course list for thespring semester will be updated in February.
- Apart from the list, there is a basic Korean course for beginners and for intermediates.

Academic Information☑ Spring Semester: March 1st ~ Mid June
Fall Semester: September 1st ~ Mid December☑ Credit System- At GNU, 1 credit consists of 50 minutes coursework per week for 15 weeks
during the semester.

Arrival Information☑ Pick-up service will be provided from ICN to GNU.
☑ Orientation- Orientation will be held for the incoming international students at the endof Feb. or early Mar. for Spring semester and end of Aug. or early Sept. in
the fall semester.

Benefits for GGMP Students

Free
KoreanLanguage
Classes

WelcomeWeek forInternationalStudents1:1Mentoring
Program

Career&Employment
Programs

CulturalExploration

Admission toGraduate
Programs(if interested)

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Welcome Week
∙ Airport Pickup Service: We provide a pick-up bus from theairport to GNU.
∙ Course Registration: Students may enroll in the course with a
Buddy for up to one week following the commencement of thenew semester.
∙ Alien Registration: We offer guidance on Alien Registration for asecure life in Korea.

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1:1 Mentoring Program∙ Support when Immigration and Dormitory check-in∙ Help with course registration and adjustment to school life from the beginning ofthe semester∙ Support for Korean language and department classes through continuous
exchange with Korean students(Buddy Program) or Staff through 1:1 matching∙ Participate in local and University festivals

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Korean Language Classes
Purpose∙ Korean conversation classes and TOPIK test preparation classes for foreign students∙ Improve Korean conversational skills to increase academic achievement and support

adaptation in Korea

Period and Benefits∙ Period: 8~9 weeks<48-54 Hours>∙ Completion criteria: Awarding a certificateof attendance for achieving 80% or higher attendance.
∙ Completion benefits: Tuition waiver

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Cultural Exploration
Understanding Korean culture through cultural experiences at attractions near Jinju

Purpose∙ Providing opportunities for cultural experience and enhancing understandingof Korea to enhance university life satisfaction

Summary for Program∙ Period: During the semester (end of March - May / end of September - November)∙ No. of Session: 2-3 times per semester(※ The number of sessions and schedule may change depending on the situation each semester)

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Cultural Exploration
Understanding Korean culture through cultural experiences at attractions near Jinju

Cultural Exploration
Understanding Korean culture through cultural experiences and having fun activities

Cultural Exploration-Movie Night∙ GGMP students may have the chance to collectively watch a movie at alocal theater.
※ Please note that the scheduling and frequency of this activity may be subject to adjustment
based on the prevailing circumstances.

Cultural Exploration-Sports Activities∙ At the GNU Sports Complex, we offer opportunity to partake in one-day
session of experiencing various sports activities, including swimming,
Pilates, and yoga at no additional cost.

∙ An International Students' Sports Day is hosted during the springsemester, providing students with the opportunity to engage in a diverse
range of sporting activities.
※ Please note that the scheduling and frequency of this activity may be subject to adjustment
based on the prevailing circumstances.

Career & Employment
Programs∙ We provide valuable opportunities for students to participate in arange of employment-related initiatives, including involvement in job
fairs and related activities.