The Student Exchange Program is designed for students from partner universities who wish to study at DGIST for one or two semesters, with the opportunity to transfer credits earned back to their home institution.
How to be an Exchange Student at DGIST
To become an exchange student, candidates must follow a two-step process. Firstly, they need to be officially nominated by their home institution. Secondly, exchange students are required to pay the tuition fee to their home institution, not to DGIST.
Semester
- The academic year commences in late February in DGIST.
- Spring (Semester 1) : Late February to Mid June
- Fall (Semester 2) : Late August to Mid December
Academic Calendar
Academic System in Korea
Eligibility
- Undergraduate or graduate students nominated by the Student Exchange coordinator at partner institutions are eligible to apply.
- All courses at DGIST Graduate School are delivered in English. On the other hand, only a few courses are currently offered in English in the Undergraduate School. Therefore, DGIST only accepts exchange students who can study in the Graduate School (Master's, Ph.D., Level M1, M2, etc.).
- Exchange students must possess sufficient ability to converse, read and write in English. To meet the instructional needs of students, English language proficiency with a level of CEFR B2, IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 80, or above is highly recommended.
- The eligibility requirements may vary for each institution. Please check the specific requirements for your home institution with your outgoing student exchange coordinator.
Process
- Nomination : The Student Exchange coordinator of the home institution will nominate eligible students by mid-March for the Fall semester or mid-September for the Spring Semester.
- Application : Once DGIST receives a list of nominated students, DGIST will contact them, advising them to submit the following documents by mid-April for the Fall semester or mid-October for the Spring semester:
- 01.Application form
- 02.Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- 03.A copy of the academic transcript in English
- 04.Evidence of English language proficiency
- Application Review : DGIST will review the submitted documents and make final admission decisions. The results will be communicated to partner universities and applicants by the end of May for the Fall semester or the end of November for the Spring semester.
- Registration : Once admission is approved by DGIST, students are required to submit the necessary registration documents.
- Exchange Student Visa : TExchange students must obtain a D-2-6 visa to study in Korea, Republic of. DGIST will send the required documents, including Certificate of Admission, Invitation Letter, and Certificate of Business Registration of DGIST, for visa application in June for the Fall semester or December for the Spring semester. Successful candidates are asked to apply for the visa through the provided website.
- Medical Insurance : Exchange students are required to have sufficient medical insurance to cover healthcare costs during the exchange program. They must also provide a certificate of insurance to DGIST, including subscriber information, insurance coverage period, and coverage amount.
Courses Registration
Life at DGIST
- DGIST Buddy : DGIST students will assist exchange students in settling down.
- Orientation Week : DGIST conducts orientation in Global Lounge(E 261) in the first week of the exchange students’ stay. It includes providing information related to life in DGIST and campus tours.
- On-campus Dormitory : DGIST will reserve a room in the on-campus student dormitory after receiving information on the estimated date of arrival and departure of each student. Students are responsible for paying the room charge, and DGIST will cover the cost of electricity and water.
Address : 333, Techno Jungang Daero, Hyeonpung-eup, Dalseong-Gun, Daegu, 42988, Korea, Rep. of
Dormitory website : https://dorm.dgist.ac.kr
- RC (외국인등록증) : The Residence Card (formerly ARC) in Korea serves as an official identification card for foreign residents. It is a mandatory for those staying in Korea for over 90 days. As a D-2 visa holder returning to their home country, it is necessary to submit their RC at the Airport Immigration Office, after which it will be invalidated.
- NHIS (국민건강보험) : Once receiving the RC number, exchange student will be automatically enrolled in the National Health Insurance Service (NHIS). This subscription will provide you with the same benefits as Korean citizens for various medical issues. However, please note that monthly payments will be required. If a student wishes to cancel their NHIS registration, the International Affairs Team will assist in submitting the application for exclusion and providing proof that the student has coverage equivalent to NHIS.
- Korean Language Learning : Korean language courses (Level 1, Level 2) are offered every semester for international members of DGIST. This is a great opportunity to learn basic Korean language and culture and meet other international members. Please note that it is not mandatory for exchange students to take these courses. Students who wish to take Korean language courses must register during the “Course Registration Period.”
- Guidebook : For more information about campus life at DGIST, please refer to the “DGIST Guide Book”
Contact Us
For more detailed information and specific application procedures, please contact the Student Exchange Coordinator at the International Affairs Team.
Contact Information
- Name : Ms. Sujeong Jang
- Email : amatista@dgist.ac.kr
- Phone : +82-53-785-1163