Study in South KoreaStudy
in South Korea
Top-ranked universities, full government scholarships and a tech and cultural scene that inspires the world.
Ask on WhatsAppProcessing time: 2 to 4 weeks for the D-2 student visa Intakes in March and September
Scholarships
GKS: tuition, housing and monthly allowance
Why study in South Korea?
Why choose South Korea
Full scholarships, recognised universities and a country at the cutting edge of innovation.
GKS scholarships
The Global Korea Scholarship covers studies, housing and Korean classes.
Renowned universities
SNU, KAIST, Yonsei, Korea University and many more.
Programmes in English
Many programmes with no Korean prerequisite.
Tech hub
At the heart of the Samsung, LG and Hyundai ecosystem.
Student life
Seoul, K-culture and a very rich campus life.
After your studies
A job-seeker visa and opportunities in tech and engineering.
Programmes and pathways
How to study in South Korea
A full degree, research with GKS or a language pathway on a D-4 visa.
Scholarship
Global Korea Scholarship
Korean government scholarship for bachelor's, master's and PhD.
- One year of Korean included
- Tuition, housing and allowance
Degree · D-2
Bachelor's and master's
Direct admission to universities, programmes in English or Korean.
- Intakes in March and September
- Merit-based university scholarships
Language · D-4
Language institute
Intensive Korean courses at a university language institute.
- TOPIK preparation
- Switch to D-2 after admission
Research
PhD
Funded laboratories at research universities.
- Assistant positions
- Industry collaborations
Your journey
From Algeria to Seoul
Admission, certificate and visa: we prepare every document.
- 01
Choosing the pathway
GKS, direct admission or language institute.
- 02
Application
File, recommendation letters and study plan.
- 03
Admission
Admission letter and certificate from the institution.
- 04
D-2 or D-4 visa
Consular file with proof of funds.
- 05
Arrival
Alien registration card, housing and insurance.
Frequently asked questions about studying in South Korea
The D-2 visa is usually issued within 2 to 4 weeks after you receive your admission.
Yes, with permission, generally up to 20 to 25 hours a week depending on your Korean level.
The D-10 visa lets you look for work after graduating, before a work visa.
With GKS, most costs are covered. Without a scholarship, fees remain reasonable compared with English-speaking countries.
TOPIK for programmes in Korean, IELTS or TOEFL for programmes in English.
Yes. We support you from choosing the programme to settling in: applications, language test preparation, visa file, housing and departure. You keep the same advisor from start to finish.
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