Introduction To Republic of Korea Air Force Academy Contents

I. Introduction ...... 1 1. Mission 2. Brief History 3. Precept 4. Symbols

II. Educational Curriculum ...... 4 1. Overview 2. Academic Curriculum 3. Military Training

III. Cadet Life ...... 15 1. Daily Rules / Customs 2. Schedule 3. Religious Life 4. Cadet Life Regulations

IV. International Cadets ...... 20 1. International Programs 2. Admissions 3. Admissions Criteria

V. Campus Facilities ...... 23

Ⅵ. Contact Us ...... 26 I. Introduction

1. Mission

Republic of Korea Air Force Academy aims to produce professional elite Air Force officers who will become the core leaders of the 21st century's aerospace force.

2. Brief History

1949.01.14. Aviation Academy established in Gimpo 1949.06.01. Entrance ceremony held for the 1st class of the Academy 1949.10.01. The Aviation Academy renamed as Air Force Academy 1951.01.25. Air Force Academy moved to Mosulpo in 1951.05.01. Air Force Academy moved to Jinhae 1954.05.10. The 4-year curriculum introduced 1958.12.12. Air Force Academy moved to Seoul Campus 1966.04.11. Former president Jung-Hee Park renamed the Academy as Sungmoodae 1970.02.10. The Academy's motto changed to "We learn and endeavor devoting our bodies, hearts and minds to our nation and the sky above." 1985.12.21. Air Force Academy moved to present-day Campus 1997.02.22. First female cadets entered the Academy 2009.06.10. The 60th anniversary marked 2010.06.15. "Everlasting Light" Monument unveiled 2012.04.23. Inter-academies Joint Education program commenced

- 1 - 3. Precept

◈ "We learn and endeavor devoting our bodies, hearts, and minds to our nation and the sky above."

4. Symbols

◈ Cadet Badge

· Boramae : Mascot of the Air Force Academy · Shield : National defense, air supremacy · Stars : Sublimity of the skies · Laurel Wreath : Victory · Knot : Unity · Mugunghwa & Taeguk Symbol : Republic of Korea · Diamond : - Dignities and responsibilities of the ROKAF officers - Absolute trust the citizens of Korea have for the ROKAF - Our determination for national defense

· Significance : As prospective air force officers in charge of protecting air sovereignty of the Republic of Korea, cadets establish air supremacy, win battles, and protect the lives of the Korean people.

- 2 - ◈ Unit mark

· Eagle : Air force's aircraft · 士 : The institution producing the professional elite air force officers with both the Pen (Intelligence) and the Sword (Courage) · Fourteen Stars : Fourteen provinces of Korea

· Significance : Elite air force officers with both intelligence and physical strength, as represented by "The Pen" and "The Sword," devote themselves to protect the sky over the fourteen provinces of the Korean peninsula.

- 3 - II. Education Curriculum

1. Overview

◈ Mission : Producing Elite Air Force Officers - Producing officers embodying core values of our Air Force with sound character and mind - Producing ready and intelligent specialists with extensive knowledge and deep insights - Producing goal-oriented leaders who will lead the future of aerospace force

◈ Curriculum - Academics : Bachelor of Arts & Bachelor of Military Science - Military Training : · Combat Skills / Physical Training · Commandership / On-the-Job Training · Cadet Flight Training - Character Education : · Character and leadership education · Cultivation of military discipline and "Sung-moo" spirit · Development of Independent thinking and vision-building skills

◈ Educational Principles - Academic curriculum focuses on teaching cadets liberal arts subjects as well as professional knowledge necessary for well-rounded air force officers in the age of technology and information. Cadets double major in Military Science and General Science. - Military training (basic cadet training and summer military training) equips cadets with practical military skills, mental and physical strengths, commandership, and practical combat skills. - Character development education imbues cadets with righteous and progressive military spirits and leadership skills through pursuit of honor and moral values.

- 4 - - Inter-academies Joint Program deepens the understanding of joint operations and organizations of other branches of the military for future military specialists who will lead joint battle space, and ultimately build friendship and deepen the bond among cadets from other service academies. - Winter Term and other special events, such as guest lectures and field trips, will be arranged according to the particular year’s academic schedule.

2. Academic Curriculum

◈ Academic Terms

First Semester (17 weeks) Second Semester (17 weeks) Winter Term 2015. 3. 2. ∼ 6. 27. 2015. 8. 31. ∼ 12. 24. 2016. 1. 18. 〜 2. 19.

◈ Course Credit - Course credit is composed of academic credit and military training credit

Year Academic Credit Training Credit Total

First Year 148 82 230

Second Year 148 82 230

Third Year 152 90 242

Fourth Year 152 98 247

◈ Degree/Major

Degree Major

All cadets must double major in Military Science and one of Military Science general science below · International Relations, Defense Management, Bachelor of Military Strategy Studies (64th-65th classes) Arts · Regional Studies (offered for the 66th class and after)

General Bachelor of Computer Information Science Science Science

Bachelor of Aerospace Engineering, Mechanics Engineering, Engineering System Engineering, Electronic Communications Engineering

- 5 - ◈ Course Curriculum (1) General Studies (A) First & Second years ( ) : # of credits, note: If not specified, each course is worth 3 credits

Humanities and Science and Engineering Category Social Sciences Department Department Core values (6) Korean National History, Intro to Philosophy Communication (9) College Writing, Leadership, Intro to Psychology IT/Informatization (3) Intro to Computer Science and Lab College-level English I, II (2 each), Air Military English (1) Foreign Languages (5) English Conversation I․Ⅱ․Ⅲ․Ⅳ (0 each) Required Basic Sciences (9) Linear Algebra, Calculus, Intro to Statistics (49) Aerospace Law, Intro to Aerospace Engineering, Avionics Engineering, Intro to Air Force (11) Aviation Dynamics (2) · In-class Lessons (2) : Exercise Physiology, PE Coaching Methodology, · Training(4) : Interval Training, Training Fundamentals, Apparatus Physical Education (6) Gymnastics, Weight Training, Aeronautic Physical Conditioning, G-Resistance Training, Swimming, Martial Arts, Ball Games Departmental Electives (Humanities and Social Fundamental Physics & Lab General Physics & Lab I․II Sciences : 6, Science General Chemistry & Lab General Chemistry & Lab I․II and Engineering : 12) History of World Civilization, Intro to Literature, Civilization’s Culture and Individual nd  Arts (3) Clashes and Exchanges, 2 Foreign Language , History and Cultural Electives Contents [Select 1] Electives (Humanities Intro to Law, Intro to Management, Intro to Economics, Intro to (24) Human and and Social Education, Intro to Political Science, Communication, Humanities Society (3) Sciences and Life [Select 1] : 18 Logic and Creative Problem Solving and Decision Making, Engineering Math Science Math (3) II, Math and Future Industries [Select 1] and Engineering Science and Computer Programming, Introduction to Natural Science, Life : 12) Technology Science, Environmental Science, Joy and Sorrow of Material (3) Civilization, Aeronautical meteorology [Select 1]  : Select 1 or more from each category. Cadets who belong to the Department of Science and Engineering select 4 courses, and those in the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences select 6  : Select 1 from Japanese, Chinese, German, French, and Russian (KoreanⅠ·Ⅱ : Required for foreign cadets)  : Required for cadets who are pursuing non-pilot specialty track

- 6 - (B) Third & Fourth years ( ) : # of credits, note: If not specified, each course is worth 3 credits

Category Humanities and Social Sciences Science and Engineering

Korean National History, History of World Civilization, Core values (9) Intro to Philosophy

Organization Intro to Law, Intro to Economics Management (6)

Communication College Writing, Communication, Intro to Psychology (9) Intro to Required Problem-Solving Intro to Statistics (3) Courses

(52) IT/Informatization(3) Intro to Computer Science and Practical Training

Foreign English ConversationⅠ․Ⅱ․Ⅲ․Ⅳ( 1 each), Reading in EnglishⅠ․Ⅱ(2), Languages (16) Air Military English(1), Second Foreign LanguageⅠ , Second Foreign LanguageⅡ · Theory(2) : Exercise Physiology(1), PE Coaching Methodology(1), · Practice(4) : Interval Training, Training Fundamentals, Apparatus Physical Gymnastics, Weight Training, Aeronautic Physical Education (6) Conditioning, G-Resistance Training, Swimming, Martial Arts, Ball Games Calculus, Linear Algebra, Fundamental Physics & Lab Calculus, Linear Algebra, Required General Chemistry & Lab General Physics & LabⅠ․Ⅱ, (18) Intro to Education, Intro to General Chemistry & LabⅠ․Ⅱ Management Funda- Intro to Political Science, Intro to Literature, Computer Programming, Engineering mentals Electives (6) International Sociocultural Theory MathⅠ [Select 1] (24) [Select 1 elective [Select 1] from your Intro to Political Science, Intro to Education, Intro to Management, Intro to department, select 1 Literature, Intro to Natural Science, Computer Programming, Life Science, elective of your Engineering Math II [Select 1] choice] (Practical EnglishⅠ․Ⅱ)  : Select 1 from JapaneseⅠ·Ⅱ, ChineseⅠ·Ⅱ, GermanⅠ·Ⅱ, FrenchⅠ·Ⅱ, RussianⅠ·Ⅱ, SpanishⅠ·Ⅱ (Korean Ⅰ·Ⅱ : Required for foreign cadets)  : Required courses for cadets who have not met the TOEIC requirement (700) (Offered in 1st and 2nd semesters for seniors/no credits earned)

- 7 - (2) Military Studies (A) First & Second years ( ) : # of credits, note: If not specified, each course is worth 3 credits

Category Course Credit

North Korean Studies(2), History of War, Intro to Military Studies and Methodology, War Theory(2), War Ethics(2), Air Force Operations and Weapon Required System(2), 30 National Security Theory, Military Ideology, History of Air Warfare(2), Cyber Warfare(2), Theory of Air Strategy, Theory of National Defense Policy

Strategy Modern Strategy Studies, Strategy Ideology Studies, Military Studies[G1] Classics Studies [Select 1]

Cosmology, Intro to Nuclear & Laser, Intro to Aerospace Military Propulsion, Intro to Military Science, Aerospace Weapons System Science[G2] [Select 1] 30 or Modern Warfare Studies, Modern Unconventional Warfare Studies, 45 War Studies[G3] Future Warfare Studies [Select 1]

Advanced Military Theory on Neighboring Countries, Theory on 15 Course Security International Disputes, Theory on Economics of War Expenditure, Policy[G4] Military Geology and Geopolitics [Select 1]

Theory on Military Organization(2), Theory on Civl-Military National Defense Relationship(2), Modern Intelligence Warfare(2), Economic Organization and  Theory on National Defense(2), Intro to National Defense Administration[G5] Administration Analysis(2) [Select 1]

“On the Job” Military “On the Job” Course(1) Course [G6]

 : Cadets choose to pursue advanced track in either Military Studies or General Studies at the beginning of their third year.  : In the 2nd semester of fourth year, cadets earn 2 credits from an elective under G5 and 1 credit from On the Job Research (G6), totaling 3 credits.

- 8 - (B) Third & Fourth years ( ) : # of credits, note: If not specified, each course is worth 3 credits

Category Course Credit

Military History of War, National Security Theory(2), Fundamentals Military Ethics(2)

Command Leadership, Military Organization and Command Management Management(1), North Korean Studies(2)

Air Strategy Theory, Intro to National Defense Required Strategy/Operation Administration Analysis(2), Doctrine and Operation(2) 38 Courses Cyber Intelligence Cyber Intelligence Warfare(2) Warfare 40 Aerospace Law, Intro to Aerospace Engineering, Aeronautic Theory Aerospace Electrical Engineering, Aviation Dynamics(2)

Space Theory Intro to Space Studies, Aerospace Weapon System(2)

History of Military Ideology(2), Economic Theory on National Defense(2),  Intro to Aerospace Propulsion(2), Intro to Military Science(2), Electives 2 [Select 1] Intro to Nuclear & Laser(2), Space Astronomy(2), Environmental Science(2), Aeronautical Meteorology(2)  : Cadets cannot take Military Studies electives courses that are offered by their own major department [i.e. History of Military Ideology (if a cadet’s major is Military Strategy Studies), Intro to Aerospace Propulsion (Mechanical Engineering major), or Economic Theory on National Defense (National Defense Management major).]

(3) General Studies Overview (A) First & Second years

Category Course Required Electives Credit

International Relations, National Defense Management, Liberal Arts Regional Studies

30 Natural Sciences Computer Information Science 10 Courses 5 Courses or (30 credits) (15 credits) 45 Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Electronic Communication Engineering, Systems Engineering

 : Cadets can pursue advanced courses in either Military Studies or General Studies. In the 2nd semester of senior year, cadets earn 2 credits from an elective course and 1 credit from On the Job Research, totaling 3 credits.

- 9 - (B) Third & Fourth years

Category Course Required Electives Credit

International Relations, National Defesne Management, Liberal Arts Regional Studies 8 Courses 4 Courses Natural Sciences Computer Information Science 36 (24 credits) (12 credits) Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Electronic Communication Engineering, Systems Engineering

(4) Physical Education (A) First & Second years

Category Course Credit 1st semester(KAFA Training) : Training Fundamentals, Swimming, Interval Training 1st year 1 2nd semester(Three Service Academies Integrated Training) : Training Fundamentals, Apparatus Gymnastics, Swimming Martial Arts(Select 1 from Kendo, Taekwondo, Judo) Ball Games, Weight 2nd year 2 6 Training, Swimming, Exercise Physiology(1 credit/1st semester) Aeronautic Physical Conditioning, Martial Arts(continued from 2nd year), 3rd year 2 Ball Games, PE Coaching Methodology(1 credit/2nd semester) 4th year Aeronautic Physical Conditioning, G-Resistance Training, Ball Games 1

(B) Third & Fourth years

Category Course Credit

1st quarter (KAFA Training) : Training Basics, Swimming, Interval Training 1st year 1 2nd∼4th quarters (Three Service Academies Integrated Training) : Training Fundamentals, Apparatus Gymnastics

Martial Arts (Select 1 from Kendo, Taekwondo, Judo), Ball Games, 2nd year 2 6 Weight Training, Swimming, Exercise Physiology (1 credit/1st semester)

nd rd Aeronautic Physical Conditioning, Martial Arts(continued from 2 year), 3 year nd 2 Ball Games PE Coaching Methodology(1 credit/2 semester) 4th year Aeronautic Physical Conditioning, G-Resistance Training, Ball Games 1

- 10 - (C) Martial Arts 1) Objective : All cadets should aim to earn at least a 1st degree martial arts status 2) Participants : All Juniors, willing sophomores and seniors 3) Test Date : Friday December 4th, 2015. 5th ~ 8th periods ☜ 4 hours in the afternoon, 2 weeks prior to 2nd semester final exams 4) Rules A) Cadets should choose from Taekwondo, Judo, or Kendo B) Cadets who hold 1st degree status are recommended to try out for 2nd degree

◈ Education for International Cadets Our academy provides additional special Korean language education for international cadets, designed to help them improve their Korean skills and adjust to their lives in Korea. We provide tailored, step-by-step curriculum to international cadets, setting measurable and achievable goals by each level. - Special Korean language curriculum consists of

Grade Subjects Note

First year 1st Semester North Korean Studies Required

First year 2nd Semester College Writing Required

Second year 1st Semester Korean Language (←Intro to Literature) Electives

Second year 2nd Semester Korean Language (←Second Foreign Language) Electives

- 11 - 3. Military Training The military training course consists of the following four courses : Basic cadet training, summer military training, reinforcement training, and cadet flight training. Through these various training, cadets acquire the fundamental military knowledge and skills required as ROKAF officer and cultivate flight and survival skills necessary for executing missions in the air.

Basic Cadet Training Cadet candidates undergo 4-week-long basic military training during which they are imbued with military spirit, get physical appearance and attitude required for cadet, and adjust himself/herself to cadet lifestyle. Cadet candidates are officially appointed as cadet during entrance ceremony after the completion of this course.

Summer Military Training Four-week-long military training from July to August includes a large variety of training on and off campus.

Reinforcement Training Cadets of all grades review, master, and apply the basic military skills learned from BCT through this yearly practice training. Reinforcement training is conducted twice a year, in the middle of semesters and during summertime military training.

Paragliding Training As part of Cadet Flight Training program, cadets participate in para-gliding training. The course comprises basic theory course and field trials in low altitude (30m) and high altitude (50m). It’s the very first flight training

- 12 - in Cadet Flight Training program and through this course, cadets develop spatial addability and flight sensitivity.

Ground Survival SERE Training 4th-year cadets develop endurance and perseverance through long-range marching, mountain climbing, trekking, camping, and simulated CBRN training around the area of Cheongju for four days.

Water Survival SERE Training During summertime military training, fourth-year cadets participate in one week long water survival SERE training to improve their swimming skills needed for pilots in case of emergency

Sea Survival SERE Training Third-year cadets practice swimming in the sea and undertake physical training on seashore in order to cultivate skills to return alive in case of emergency in the sea.

Ranger Training Third year cadets participate in two-week-long rangers training during summertime military training to improve their physical strength and cultivate courage

- 13 - Parachute Training Second-year cadets participate in three-week-long parachute training in summer military training period in order to improve physical strength and to exercise self-control, the skills necessary for pilot’s survival in times of emergency.

Flight Aptitude Training Cadets of all classes participate in flight aptitude training to familiarize oneself with piloting. It includes simulation training, G-tolerance training, and trial flying.

Ground Firing Training Cadets of all classes participate in ground firing training twice a year and summertime military training to practice firing, to understand bascis of rifles and pistols, to improve base-defense skills required of an officer.

Driving Lessons All first-year cadets learn to drive safely and skillfully by taking driving lessons at the Transportation Squadron.

- 14 - Ⅲ. Cadet Life

1. Daily Rules / Customs

Cadets are required to acquire "knowledge, moral values, and physical strength" to be an officer and hence a respected leader of the country. In order to achieve this noble goal, our Academy not only teaches knowledge but also imbues cadets with core values, such as honesty, sincerity, and devotion. In dormitories, cadets are divided into squadrons and flights. Below are different "Objectives for Cadet Life" for each class, as outlined in the “Air Force Academy Daily Rules," and cadets strive to meet these objectives on a daily basis.

Values Definition

Military Spirit First year cadets establish their identity as a First & military service members and learn important Year Patriotism values as an service member.

Citizenship Second year cadets familiarize themselves with Second & the rules of the academy and apply them on a Year Self-development daily basis

be able to guide lower classmen's daily Third Leadership dormitory life, exercise autonomy to improve the Year quality of dorm life, and learn to be a leader

Officership be able to guide lower classmen's daily Fourth & dormitory life, exercise autonomy to improve the Year Commandership quality of dorm life, and learn to be a leader

- 15 - 2. Schedule

◈ Daily Schedule Cadets learn the value of freedom by exercising self-discipline and following strict rules and restrictions at the Academy.

Breakfast/ Morning roll call/ Wakeup Class Morning Task Lunch Physical Training Preparation

06:40 ~ 06:30 07:20 ~ 08:30 08:30 ~ 12:35 12:35 ~ 13:40 07:20

Afternoon Dinner/ Study hall Roll call Bed time task Free Time

13:40 ~ 17:20 ~ 20:00 ~ 21:50 22:00 ~ 22:10 22:00 17:10 20:00

◈ Weekly Schedule

Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri Sat/Sun

1∼5 Academic Classes Period

6∼7 Physical Military Physical Military • Leave Training Training Training Training Period • Free Squadron Time Management Extra- Extra- 8∼9 Military Military curricular curricular Period Training Training Activities Activities

- 16 - ◈ Calendar

Winter Intensive English Program - 6 Weeks (all cadets) January Basic Cadet Training - 5 Weeks (Cadet candidates) February Entrance & promotion ceremony First semester begins - 15~17 Weeks March Graduation Ceremony April Mid-term exam - 1 week (all cadets)

Parent's Day Teacher's Day Sung-mu Spirit Training - 1 week (all cadets) May First Overseas Flight Navigation Training - 1 week (4th years) Space Challenge Homecoming Day

ROKAFA Founder’s Day Final exam - 1 week (all cadets) June Summer Intensive English Program - 2 Weeks (4th years) Inter-academes athletic competition

Summer Military Training - 3 Weeks (all cadets) July Sumg-mu Spirit Training Flight Aptitude Training (4th years)

August Summer Vacation - 4 Weeks

September Second semester begins - 15~17 Weeks Mid-term exam - 1 week (for all cadets) Second Overseas Navigation Training - 1 week (for seniors) Armed Force Day October Sung-mu Spirit Training Sung-mu Festival Sung-mu Scholarship Symposium Final Exam - 1 week (for all cadets) December Winter Vacation - 4 Weeks

- 17 - 3. Religious Life

Cadets develop character and find inner-peace through practice of faith. Cadets may participate in various religious services, discussions, meetings, and other activities offered at the religious centers. If a cadet is willing to invite non-affiliates to the religious service at ROKAFA or would like to participate in religious activities outside the campus, they may do so with the permission from Commandant of Cadets.

Wednesday Religious Service Our Academy provides several options for religious activities for cadets every Wednesday. Cadet may attend Catholic, Protestant or Buddhist services. Those who do not choose to attend any religious service on campus may participate in religious activities off-campus.

4. Cadet Life Regulations

◈ Cadet Life (1) Cadet Council (2) Limited Dating (3) Limited Weekend Leaves (4) Cadet ranking system (5) No Drinking, No Smoking, No Marriage Rule (6) No Driving (7) Honor System (8) Class Council

- 18 - ◈ Violation of Rules & Regulations (1) Rule Violation : Not following the rules of the academy either due to carelessness or on purpose will result in “Level 1 or 2 violation.” The punishment for Level 1 or 2 violation may include, but are not limited to, expulsion, probation, disallowance of free weekend privileges, penalty march, penalty community service, prohibition from assuming duty positions, penalty scores, and demerits. - Expulsion : Cadet will be expelled if he/she violates the rules that fall under the punishment category of expulsion. Detail procedures follow the ROKAFA by-laws. - Probation : Cadet will reflect on his/her misdeeds at a restricted setting for a set period of time. He/she will be prohibited from entering certain areas of the campus. - Weekend Limitation : For a set period of time, cadet will not be able to leave campus and prohibited from having outside visitors. - Penalty March : Reflecting on his/her behavior, cadet will must walk more than 120 steps with his/her gun in uniform for a set period of time. - Penalty Community Service : Cadet will participate in community service to reflect one’s behavior and carry out service for others. Under the direction of commanding duty cadets, he/she will participate in clean-ups of the campus and take on other duties. If he/she is a second class cadet, community service can be replaced with visitation duty. - Prohibition from assuming duty positions : Cadet will be prohibited from taking honorary duty positions, including positions in the student assembly and class council. (2) Penalty Scores : Penalty scores are imposed as punishment for Level 1 or 2 violation of regulations. (3) Demerits : Demerits are given to miscellaneous violations of rules that do not fall into either Level 1 or 2 violations category.

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Ⅳ. International Cadets

1. International Cadet Program

The Republic of Korea Air Force Academy offers two types of international cadet programs. One is a four-year degree program during which international cadets go through the same military training and academic curriculum as Korean cadet. Cadets from the Royal Thai Air Force Academy, Turkish Air Force Academy, Defense University of Mongolia, Philippine , Vietnam Aviation Academy, and Algeria Air Force Academy are eligible to enroll in this program.

In addition, the academy offers an one-year-long exchange program for cadets from the National Defense Academy of Japan. Those who wish to apply for the ROKAFA international cadet programs must first obtain recommendations from their home academies.

2. Admission ◈ General qualification To be eligible, applicants must (1) be under age 22 as of registration date, and single, of healthy physical conditions and sound mind. However, exceptions about the aforementioned prerequisite can be made in cooperation with sending academies. (2) have completed at least six months of education in their home academies. (3) have a current GPA of over 3.0 in 4.0 scale. ◈ Korean proficiency Applicants are required to meet one of the following qualifications. (1) Korean language course of more than 1,000 hours in home

- 20 - countries (certificate of completion required). (2) Completion of Korean language course at the Korean Defense Language Institute (KDLI). (3) Attainment of a TOPIK (Test of Proficiency in Korean) grade Level 4 or higher. ※ International applicants of Korean origin can be exempt from the above language requirement if the Defense Attaché at the Korean embassy in the country of origin evaluates that candidate’s Korean is proficient enough to take courses at the ROKAFA.

◈ Physical Fitness Test Applicants are required to take physical fitness test prior to Basic Cadet Training. The fitness test includes 1.5km running (1.2km for females), sit-ups (2 min.), push-ups (2 min.), and standing long jumps. The same pass/fail criteria applies to international and Korean applicants alike.

3. Selection If selected to attend the ROKAFA, prospective international cadets must be able to read, write, and speak Korean proficiently. It is recommended that prospective cadets from the National Defense Academy of Japan take extra Korean language courses prior to their enrolment at the ROKAFA. The same rules and regulations apply to both international and Korean cadets alike. The international cadets completing the four-year-long exchange program will receive a bachelor degree from their respective major departments upon graduation. They will not, however, be commissioned as an officer of the Republic of Korea Air Force. For further information on the ROKAFA International Programs, please contact the Korean Defense Attaché at your country’s Korean Embassy.

4. Required documents Applicants must submit the following documents through the Defense Attaché at the Korean embassy in their home countries by the end of August of the year of entrance.

- 21 - - Personal Data Form [See Attachment1] - Physical Examination Form (from your home country’s hospital) ※ must include test results about alcohol & drug addiction, homosexuality, and AIDS - Birth Certificate (from your home country’s institution) - Transcript (from your Secondary School and Air Force Academy) - Personal Statement in Korean and in English [See Attachment2] - Course Completion Certificate or TOPIK certificate from the year before the entering year

5. Application Procedures (1) International cadet applicant must complete medical examination, interview, and physical fitness test. (2) Candidates who have passed medical examination, interview, and physical fitness est must complete Basic Cadet Training to be officially appointed as cadet.

- 22 - Ⅴ. Campus Facilities

1. Headquarters

2. Faculty Board [Dan-jae Hall]

3. The Cadet's Hall

- 23 - 4. Sung-Moo Cultural Event Hall

5. Sung-moo Parade Ground

6. Everlasting Light Monument

- 24 - 7. Sung-Moo Tower In celebration of the 10th anniversary of the 4th class’s commissioning, the former President of Korea Jung-Hee Park named the Air Force Academy as “Sung Moo Dae,” and established Sung Moo Tower in Seoul Campus in 1966. Later, the tower was restored at Cheongju campus. The letter 'Sung' means the Sky and Leaders, letter 'Moo' means Military Discipline. Three wings supporting the round ball in the center of the tower represents the ROKAFA cadets’ quality, vitality and responsibility. The white body symbolizes cadet's dream, vitality, and unity. The top part of the tower is a constellation symbolizing the fourteen provinces of Republic of Korea.

8. Boramae Tower Boramae Tower was established in 1986, and it serves as a symbol of the ROKAFA cadets’ courage and spirit. The base of the tower lies a sculpture of aircraft, along with cadets holding up the world. It represents the grave responsibility of ROKAFA cadets who will become the future leaders in charge of Korea's safety and prosperity. The sculpture of Boramae on top symbolizes the infinite growth and progress of the Republic of Korea Air Force Academy.

- 25 - Ⅵ. Contact Us

1. Where we are ◈ Map

◈ Directions to the campus (1) By Car - Via Kyung-bu Highway : by way of Cheongju/South Cheongju IC, 20~30 minutes - Via Joong-bu Highway : by way of West Cheongju IC, 20~30 minutes (2) By Bus - Arrive at Cheongju Bus Terminal - From the Terminal by Taxi : takes about 20~30 minutes by Bus : takes about an hour (Bus 311,313,315) ◈ Address : Republic of Korea Air Force Academy, Danjae-Ro 635, Namil-Myun, Sangdang-Gu, Cheongju-Si, Chungcheongbuk-Do, Republic of Korea

2. Point of Contact Civilian Employee Mr. Kim Jung Tae, Office of Education Planning Phone Number : +82-043-290-6084 / +82-010-5089-5107 E-mail : [email protected]

- 26 - [Attachment 1] Personal Data Form

Name :

Date of Birth : Photo Sex : Height : cm Weight : kg

Blood Type : Religion :

Nationality :

Place of Birth :

Rank : Military Serial Number :

Secondary Education : Year of Graduation :

Home Address

Zip Code : Contact Number :

Family Information

Name Relationship to you Date of Birth Occupation

- 27 - Involvement in Organizations

Name Description Position Period

Other Activities

Awards

Date : Signature :

- 28 - [Attachment 2]

Personal Statement Photo (3㎝×4㎝)

Application ID : Name :

This statement is for application procedure and will not be disclosed for any other purposes. Please answer the questions below correctly and candidly.

※ Do not change this document’s format. You may change the font size and the format of the sections within the table. Please keep this statement under 2 pages. Please leave the evaluator’s comments sections empty for application readers’ evaluation.

A. Family Information

Final Degree Received

Date of Final Relationship Name Job/Position Address Religion Birth Degree

Family Briefly tell us about your family background.

Evaluator’s Comments

- 29 - B. Campus Life

Please tell us about the extracurricular activities you were involved in high school. (Student Assembly, Extracurricular activities, and Volunteer activities)

Evaluator’s Comments

C. Purpose Statement (Korea Air Force Academy, Military, Personal) 1. Why do you want to apply to the Republic of Korea Air Force Academy?

2. Why do you want to pursue military career? Where do you see yourself in the future in the military?

3. What’s the most important value in your life and Why?

Evaluator’s Comments

- 30 - D. Others 1. What’s your strength and weakness? What are your hobbies?

2. Why do you want to become a cadet at Korea Air Force Academy? If you become a cadet, what concrete steps will you take to lead a successful life as a cadet?

Evaluator’s Comments

I hereby certify that information above is complete and correct.

Date : . . . Name : (Signature) ______

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