Yeungnam International Summer School

Contact International Summer School Yeungnam University Daehak Ro 280, , Gyeongbuk 712-749, Republic of Phone: +82-53-810-7875 Fax: +82-53-813-4016 E-mail: [email protected] Office of External Cooperation Located in the southeastern part of the Korean Peninsula, Yeungnam is surrounded by scenic nature and historic relics. Yeungnam University Gyeongsan is adjacent to the metropolis, the 3rd largest city in Korea, and it takes less than two hours by train from , Capital of Korea. With a population of approximately 2.5 million, Daegu offers a perfect mixture of urban and rural environments.

Yeungnam University is located in the center of the cultural areas between Andong where Confucianism and Buddhism have been harmonized and , the ancient capital of Shiila Dynasty where the splendid national and originated.

Moreover, YU is adjacent to Gumi, Silicon Valley of Korea which includes Samsung Electronics and LG display among other world-class companies. YU is also near Pohang, which is home to Posco, the largest steel company in the world and Ulsan, which is home to Hyundai Motors.

Yeungnam University

As one of Korea’s leading private institutions, YU has 22,000 undergraduate students, 3,000 graduate students, and 1,000 faculty and staff members . YU is also known for its fine facilities and numerous academic organizations. The provide state- of-the- services for all with over 1.5 million books and audio-visual materials. The University holds the distinction of being named “Best Cultural Facility” by the Korean Ministry in Culture and Tourism.

2 3 Staying at the Old “Hanok” Korean Traditional Road to Yeungnam University “I can endure overwhelming workload in medical school thanks to the great memories of Yeungnam University International Summer School. It is and will be one of the greatest experiences I have ever experienced.” Hyunseok Lee, Korea

“In the process I made some great friends I will never forget. The experience has given me a direction to which I am now focused on achieving. I encourage other students to join the YUISS program and open themselves up to many life-changing experiences.” Andrew Taylor, USA 4 5 About the International Summer School Studying at Yeungnam University YU International Summer School (YUISS) Yeungnam University is one of the largest private institutes in Korea; its reputation for outstanding academic achievement is Studying at Yeungnam University International Summer School known nationwide. For nearly sixty years, the University has is a unique experience that you will enjoy and remember forever. encouraged scholars to challenge their own ideas. Students to You will be encouraged to discuss, debate, and develop your own develop themselves. understanding of the issues raised in class with the guidance of During the four weeks, students will take classes in the your professors and administrative officers. morning and early afternoon, and participate in extra-curricular activities in the late afternoon and weekends.

The International Summer School offers opportunity to experience true Korea and a Teaching medium Class hours and credit students from all over the world an gleam of the world. The entire program for the International All international students may transfer the opportunity to explore the core of fast Summer School is in English. All students Yeungnam University International Summer Renowned for the variety of excursions and economic development of Korea and must be able to understand and follow School credits to their home institutions in cultural activities and for quality of face-to- experience Yeungnam University’s great arguments presented in written and spoken accordance with their own academic rules face courses, our program attracts many structured learning. students. English at university level. Please contact or regulations. We will provide transcripts Taught by a mixture of leading Yeungnam International Summer School coordinator if and other information to facilitate this if University professors and other specialists, you have any questions concerning this. needed. the International Summer School is a rare Making “BuChae”: Korean Traditional Fan Grade Assignments, quizzes, final examination and attendance are the main factors. Students need to attend 80% or higher to earn credit for the courses.

6 7 Our Program

International Summer School offers interdisciplinary courses covering variety of subjects including complimentary Korean classes in the morning.

Basic Korean I This course is for all international participants in Yeungnam University International Summer School to study basic Korean.

Security and Stability on the Korean Peninsular This course will provide students with a basic understanding of the nature of North-South tensions and rivalry, including the historical basis and context for demarcation. It will also introduce students to current security, political and economic issues, including international relations and military alliances, economic disparities, nuclearization, and prospects for reunification.

Understanding Global Terrorism The course is designed to help students gain an insight into terrorism by providing an overviewof its history and politics, and examining the changing face of terrorism in recent decades. Through the study of conflicts around the world, students will gain a better understanding of terrorist motivations and strategies, and why there is no generally accepted definition of terrorism. Making wishes on “GiWa” a roofing tile at Gyungju Temple

“It was very nice to have small classes for discussion and opportunities to talk personally with the professor. International Summer School was the gate to Korea and Korean culture to me.” Vic Chan,

“It was just too interesting so I decided to pursue my academic career in Yeungnam University.” Ghabi Mohammad, Tunisia

8 9 Extra-Curricular Activities

We offer extensive programs in order for you to make the most of your time in Korea. These range from temple visit to beautiful mountains and beaches. It is a good way to meet new people and learn more about Korean culture.

YU Buddy Program Yeungnam students’ families for one The buddy program is designed to ensure weekend to find their home in Korea. It will that every student is comfortable in the new give you the chance to live in a Korean home surroundings. With their Yeungnam as a member of the family and build a long University Buddy, students can make a lasting friendship with Yeungnam students. lifelong friendship, learn about student life in Korea and venture around Daegu and Gyeongsan.

Excursions The stimulating environment of the summer school continues even after the class with varied extracurricular activities, including hands-on experience of making traditional pottery and food, dying scarves, wearing costumes, and staying in a Korean Learning how to play “GaYaGeum” Korean traditional string instrument traditional house. They also include visits to industrial companies, such as Hyundai Motors, Samsung Electronics, and Buddhist temples and beautiful beaches. “I could explore the Korean traditional culture and art through

Cultural Workshops Yeungnam International Summer School excursions. It will be Learn about Korean and performances part of foundation of my art work” first-hand. All participants will make Xuan Pham, USA Korean food and crafts with Yeungnam students.

Home stay International students can stay with

10 11 Living in Yeungnam

Housing & Meals Room and the Resources Search The Office of International Services, Room in the . Yeungnam University will make reservations for on-campus housing for all YUISS You can obtain all kind of materials in the participants. Double occupancy is available library and check the details including their during the course. The university location and materials request results. You is equipped with air-conditioning, desk, can also search and access the full texts of closet and washing machine. Meals will be e-journals, e-books and databases such as provided three times a day in the dormitory Springer, SCOPUS, IEEE, etc. To obtain cafeteria for breakfast and dinner, and library homepage services, you have to first restaurants near campus for lunch. It will register for the library homepage be a nice opportunity for international www.slima.yu.ac.kr/lib. You can also use students to taste a variety of Korean on the first floor of cuisines. the Central Library and have access to the wireless network on campus. Libraries Yeungnam libraries are composed of one Central Library and three Branch Libraries ( Library, Medical Library, and Law Library). For reading spaces, Digital Resources Room, & Art Room, Language & Literature Room, General Works & Thesis and Dissertation Room, Social Science Room, and Ancient “Yeungnam University is a wonderful place where academics Document Room are in the Central Library and an international social life meet.” and Nature Science Room, Periodicals Chris Ho, Hong Kong Room, and Digital Resources Room are in the Science Library. There are the Legal

12 13 YUISS Schedule Application

June 20th - July 15th Any students who are enrolled in an accredited institution of Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat higher in their home country or Korea are eligible to June 15 June 16 June 17 June 18 June 19 June 20 June 21 apply for the YUISS. Applicants can apply by sending application Classes materials to Yeungnam University. Orientation Gyeongju Arrival Arrival Welcoming Tour Party

June 22 June 23 June 24 June 25 June 26 June 27 June 28 US Dollars - Tuition (six credit hours per week) $ 700.00 Classes - Room & Meals $ 800.00 Classes Pottery Classes Classes Classes Haeundae Making beach - Activity fees $ 500.00 TOTAL $2,000.00 June 29 June 30 July 1 July 2 July 3 July 4 July 5

Classes Classes Classes Classes Classes Home Stay Pro-baseball City Tour Pick-up service July 6 July 7 July 8 July 9 July 10 July 11 July 12 Classes Tea Classes The International Cooperation Team at Yeungnam University Home Stay ceremony Classes Classes Final Hanok Stay Hanok Stay Korean Examination offers a pick-up service to all international students. costume International students should apply for the service via online July 13 July 14 July 15 July 16 July 17 July 18 July 19 survey at least two weeks prior to arrival. The service is available only at Daegu International Airport. Industrial Farewell Site Visit Party

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