KAIST International Summer School (KISS)

http://summer.kaist.ac.kr/
CONTACT INFORMATION
International Relations Team
Address: KAIST International Relations Team, KAIST, 291 Daehak-ro, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon 305-701,Republic of Korea
(Building: W2-1, #102)
Tel: +82-42-350-2441~4, 2437~8, 2405~6
Website: http://www.irt.kaist.ac.kr, http://www.kaist.edu
E-Mail: SummerSchool@kaist.ac.kr
Coordinators
Inbound Exchange Students & KISS Program: Miss Jihyeon Lee
Tel: +82-42-350-2438
Email: jihyeon@kaist.ac.kr
Outbound Exchange Students & KISS Program: Miss Kelly Yoon
Tel: +82-42-350-2442
Email: kellyyoon@kaist.ac.kr
Outbound Exchange Students: Ms. Dabit Jung
Tel: +82-42-350-2443
Email: dabit501@kaist.ac.kr
International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS): visa and campus life
KAIST International Student and Scholar Services, KAIST, 291 Daehak-ro, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon 305-701, Republic
of Korea (Building: W2-1, #104)
Tel: +82-42-350-2481~3
Website: http://isss.kaist.ac.kr
E-Mail: isss@kaist.ac.kr
Useful Websites
• ISSS (Visa, Campus life): http://isss.kaist.ac.kr
• KAIST Dormitory: http://kds.kaist.ac.kr
• Course Information: https://cais.kaist.ac.kr/totalOpeningCourse
• About Korea: http://English.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/index.kto
• About Daejeon: http://www.daejeon.go.kr/language/english
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS TEAM
291 Daehak-ro, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon 305-701, Republic of Korea
TEL +82-42-350-2441~4 FAX +82-42-350-4930 E-MAIL irt@kaist.ac.kr
KAIST
KOREA ADVANCED INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
EXCHANGE PROGRAM
SUMMER SCHOOL
APPLYING FOR KAIST EXCHANGE PROGRAM
2014 KAIST INTERNATIONAL SUMMER SCHOOL (2014 KISS)
1. Eligibility
Overview
An Inbound Exchange Student is someone from one of our partner institutions who meets the exchange eligibility
requirements. The student will study at KAIST for one or two semesters and pay tuition fees to their home university. If
you wish to study as an exchange student at KAIST, you should first contact the Exchange Coordinator at your home
university. Be sure that your school is in partnership with KAIST. KAIST will only process applications that have been
nominated by the home institution in official partner relationship with KAIST.
2. Inbound Exchange Entry Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of full-time study at a partner university
- GPA (Grade Point Average) of 3.0 or better (on a 4.3 point scale) or equivalent
- English Language Proficiency level in accordance with KAIST requirements when English is not the first language
- TOEFL iBT 80 or its equivalent in other English language proficiency test
3. Procedure
A.The partner university selects students for the exchange programs according to the entry requirements and nominates
them for the exchange semester.
B.Nominated students are required to submit the following documents (hard copies) to KAIST International Relations Team.
*Applications sent directly to International Relations Team at KAIST will not be accepted. They should be sent to through
the international office of the students’ home university with the nomination letter from the student coordinator.
• Application Form (printed version with a coordinator’s signature)
• Current original transcript(s)
(All transcripts must be in English or accompanied by a certified translation.)
• Statement of purpose (one page, word processed only)
• Three passport-size photos (write your name on the back of every photo)
(No larger than 55mm x 45mm and not smaller than 50mm x 40mm).
• English Language Proficiency Record (if any)
• Copy of Passport
C.Once the nominated students are finally accepted by the departments at KAIST will send them the admission package
with the certificate of admission.
4. Student Exchange Program Application Deadline
- Academic Year of 2014/15 - Fall Semester: Opens on March 15th - Ends on April 15th, 2014
- Academic Year of 2014/15 - Spring Semester: Opens on September 15th - Ends on October 15th, 2014
5. Academic Information
6.
Academic Calendar
Spring Semester : March 3rd – June 20th, 2014
Fall Semester : Beginning of September – End of December, 2014
* For more details, visit http://www.kaist.edu
Course Information
https://cais.kaist.ac.kr/totalOpeningCourse
* It is possible to search for the courses taught in English. FYI, most of the courses are taught in English.
The 2014 KAIST International Summer School (KISS) offers a great opportunity for students to enjoy their summer
vacation while pursuing academics at KAIST as well as taking part in extra-curricular and excursion activities. This year,
we are offering classes that emphasize interaction and fundamental skills required by today’s world and knowledgebased economy by offering such courses as the Global Entrepreneurship and utilizing the Education 3.0 Curriculum, an
interactive education system. The Global Entrepreneurship course will allow students to learn about the fundamentals,
infrastructure, and process behind transforming an idea into reality. The Education 3.0 system is revolutionary and
innovative learning program which was developed at KAIST and its focus is to enhance interaction and discussion of a
traditional classroom setting. We believe that the 2014 KAIST KISS Program guarantees an opportunity to learn at one of
the best universities in Korea and a chance to learn and experience the Korean language and culture.
Please visit our website: http://summer.kaist.ac.kr
1. Eligibility
-Undergraduate students currently enrolled at partner or non-partner universities may apply.
-English Language Proficiency level in accordance with KAIST requirements when English is not the first language;
TOEFL iBT 80 or its equivalent in other English language proficiency test
2. KISS Application and Deadline
Application: http://summer.kaist.ac.kr (Online Application)
Deadline
-Early Bird Deadline: April 15th, 2014 (150.00 USD off KISS Program fee)
-Regular Deadline: May 15th, 2014
3. Academic Information
Structure
The KISS program offers six different tracks, which consist of one major course (3 credits) and one Korean language and
Korean culture course (2 credits). Students will also have the opportunity to engage in extra-curricular activities and field
trips. All classes have a limit of 30 students.
Courses Offered
• Major Courses
Course Title
Department
Credits
Global Entrepreneurship *
Management Science
3
Art and Philosophy *
Humanities & Social Sciences
3
Introduction to Programming *
Computer Sciences
3
Light, Color, and Life *
Industrial Design
3
Idea & Expression
Industrial Design
3
Vision, Brain and Art
Humanities & Social Sciences
3
* Education 3.0 Programs:Unlike traditional courses, classes that are classified as Education 3.0
interactive activities and discussions instead of lectures.
Note
Education 3.0
Education 3.0
Education 3.0
Education 3.0
will focus more on
• Language Courses
Accommodation
Applying for
On-campus Housing
IRT will apply for on-campus accommodation for all exchange students based on their application form. The assigned dormitories (room type: double or triple occupancy) for exchange students are furnished with beds, closets, desks and chairs for each room. KAIST will lend you one
pillow and one blanket. Shared facilities include restrooms, showers, washing machines, clothes
dryer, and a lobby on each floor.
Cost of On-campus Housing USD 70 -100/month
Website
http://kds.kaist.ac.kr/
Course Title
Basic Korean and Korean Culture_A
Basic Korean and Korean Culture_B
Department
Humanities & Social Sciences
Humanities & Social Sciences
Credits
2
2
Note
Morning Class
Afternoon Class
4. Tuition & Accommodation Fees
Please note that students nominated from partner universities will be exempt from paying tuition fees, only if their
participation will count towards the exchange balance with the partner universities of KAIST.
Tuition Fee
300.00 USD or 300,000 KRW per credit
Dormitory Fee
250.00 USD or 250,000 KRW
Cultural Activity Fee
150.00 USD or 150,000 KRW