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2015 Admission Guideline for International Students
2015 Admission Guideline for International Students
The Global Leading Institute in Nuclear Power Plant Technology, KINGS
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KEPCO
INTERNATIONAL
NUCLEAR
GRADUATE
SCHOOL
Kings Introduction
I.
Introduction
II. Education Programs
Admission Guideline
I.
Admission Guideline
II. Financial Details
III. Campus Life
IV. Useful Information
Background
Interdisciplinary Education on Nuclear Power Plant Technology
KINGS (KEPCO International Nuclear GraduateSchool) University was established to
cultivate leadership-level professionals in nuclear power plant (NPP) engineering. KINGS
University offers a 2 year MS program accredited by the Korean Ministry of Education.
KINGS University has a curriculum and teaching method uniquely designed to educate
and train nuclear professionals who will help enhance nuclear safety and technology
globally. In 2014, KINGS University graduated its first 54 students, with 22 students from
Indonesia, Kenya, Malaysia, South Africa, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, and Vietnam.
Our two year curriculum results in a Master of Science (MS) degree. The MS program
consists of courses in the fundamentals of nuclear power plant engineering during the
1st year, and specialized programs during the 2nd year. These programs include team
project courses focusing on the engineering and management aspects of NPP design,
operation, and maintenance. This helps students become better prepared to contribute
to their energy organizations.
KINGS University has close ties with the KEPCO group of companies, which participate
in each phase of the NPP lifecycle. This enables KINGS University to provide a high
level of practical training and engineering education. Moreover, KINGS University is
located next to the Kori NPP complex. KINGS University also works closely with IAEA
to promote NPP human resources development, through a ‘Practical Arrangement for
Cooperation and Promotion of Education and Training System’.
Term
1st
Trimester
(1st year)
Course
Duration
-- Preparatory compulsory and elective courses to obtain
Fundamentals
of Nuclear
Engineering
basic knowledge in NPP engineering
-- Lectures and e-Education systems
12 weeks
-- Showcase the fundamentalsin basic NPP systems and
NPP
Systems
safety
-- Lectures and tours of local nuclear power plants
-- Special course to acquire core knowledgein systems
Systems
Engineering
2nd
Trimester
3rd
Trimester
1st-3rd
Trimester
(2nd year)
Content
engineering
-- Lectures and technical tours
12 weeks
Project
Management I:
Pre-Construction
-- NPP planning and national energy policies for 1st NPP
NPP Technology
Project
Management II:
On-Construction
-- Comprehensive courses on in-depth knowledge in
Specialization
Course
⇩
MS
Degree Awarded
deployment, infrastructure and project management
-- Lectures
12 weeks
NPP engineering and management
-- Lectures and team building activities
-- Intensive and comprehensive course to produce
12 months
nuclear professionals with expertise in the irrespective
fields, including technology, systems andproject
engineering programs
Note : During each of the trimesters in the 1st year, progressively structured elective courses are offered for the students to
obtain theoretical and managerial insights along with analytical skills necessary to carry out NPP engineering and analyses in a
cumulative manner.
I. Introduction - II.Education Programs
II. Education Programs
KINGS Instroduction
I. Introduction
Admission Guideline
Term
Content
Age
Less than 40 years old
Working experience
3 years
Letter of recommendation
From applicant’s organization or government
GPA
Minimum 2.7 (on a 4.3 scale)
Proof of English language proficiency
Certified English test scores or
equivalent language proficiency
Admission Policy
KINGS University is authorized to accept up to 100 students per year by the South
Korean government.
• KINGS University desires future-oriented and experienced applicants who are working
in energy related fields. Motivated and open-minded individuals are invited to apply.
An understanding of Korean culture is desirable at KINGS University.
• Graduates are expected to contribute in their home countries and companies.
• Korean students will be recommended by the KEPCO Group or other corporations in
the NPP related industry.
• International students will be admitted among those recommended by the referee
organization designated by KINGS University, or by the countries which are planning,
building, or operating NPPs.
Admission Process
Admission Process
1. Submission of on-line application
2. Submission of the required documents
3. Document review
4. Interview
5. Final selection
Guideline for Admission
• Minimum requirements are a bachelor's degree or equivalent in the natural science
or engineering field. Bachelor’s degree holders from other disciplines with working
experience in the development of national energy supply or nuclear energy
applications will also be considered.
• Eligibility criteria such as age, GPA, proof of English language proficiency and
professional experience is described in the table below.
• Applicants whose native or official language is English are not required to submit the
results of their English language proficiency tests. Applicants who have studied at a
university where the official language is English for more than two years can replace
the language proficiency test with an attestation issued by the institution.
6. Admission letter sent to successful applicants
Application Procedure
• Find the “Apply Now” banner on the KINGS website (www.kings.ac.kr) and access the
on-line application.
• Create your own account and fill in all the required information for each page of the
on-line application form. After submitting the final on-line application, you also have to
submit the required documents as below by courier.
• The on-line application page will be available during the official application period.
Please refer to the notice on 2015 Admission for the application period.
I. Admission Guideline
I. Admission Guideline
Application Fee
Document
• KINGS University does not charge an application fee
Note
1. Application for admission (form 1)
Notes on the Preparation and Submission of Documents
2. Personal Statement (form 2)
3. Statement of purpose (form 3)
• You are required to submit original documents. Notarized copies of the original
certificates are acceptable for your convenience.
4. Letter of recommendation (form 4)
• All documents should be translated into English. The translated copy should be
notarized.
6. Original certificates or diploma of all undergraduate and
graduate level degrees
• Submitted documents will not be returned (except an original diploma). Please check
your documents carefully and keep a copy of completed forms for your records.
7. Original college/university transcripts
e.g. TOEFL or IELTS score taken
within the last two years
8. Proof of proficiency in English
9. Copy of an applicant’s current passport
10. Personal medical assessment (form 6)
11. Parental consent in emergency cases (form7)
Applicants who successfully pass the
admission procedure
12. Original certificate of health authorized by a M.D
Timelines
Classification
Date
Site
Note
Submission of on-line
application
by Sep.30, 2014
KINGS website
[www.kings.ac.kr]
Required documents
should be uploaded.
See the Mailing Address
below
Required documents
should be submitted via
registered mail or courier
service.
For international
applicants, an interview
will be conducted via
video conferencing.
by Oct.15, 2014
Document review
and interview
by Nov.28, 2014
Designated
Admission decision
Dec.15, 2014
Notification letters will be
mailed and posted online
Mailing Address :
Room #514 main bldg.,
658-91 Haemaji-ro, Seosaeng-myeon, Ulju-gun, Ulsan 689-882, Republic of Korea
• If an applicant has gained admission in an illegal manner, through forgery, alteration
of documents, or document translation errors then the admission will be nullified.
Furthermore, if a criminal case is suspected, the student will be reported to the
authorities of South Korea and of the applicant’s home country in compliance with the law.
I. Admission Guideline
5. KINGS pledge (form 5)
Submission of the
required documents
Admission Guideline
Required Documents
ENTRANCE FEE, REGISTRATION, AND TUITION
Residence
Entrance Fee
• The KINGS dormitory has 200 single occupancy rooms, a cafeteria, and a prayer
room considering the cultural diversity at KINGS University.
• Each room is equipped with a bathroom, study desks, and one bed. Linen is also
provided.
• The KINGS cafeteria provides halal food for Muslim students.
• A fully furnished common kitchen is available for students who wish to cook food for
their own tastes.
• Also, recreational facilities such as basketball courts, soccer fields, a table tennis
room, and a fitness center are available.
• KINGS University has a high-speed(100Mbps), internet connection everywhere on
campus freely.
The entrance fee is 1 Million Korean Won (MKRW) (≒$962)
Tuition Fee
The tuition fee is 48.40 MKRW (≒$46,538) per academic year. Tuition covers lectures,
lecture materials, and access to library and various facilities for academic and school
supported extra-curricular activities.
Dormitory fee
The dormitory fee including three meals a day is 12.36 MKRW (≒ $11,885) per year.
Scholarships
Academic scholarships are available for international students. Scholarships are
awarded based on a student's admissions application. KINGS academic scholarships
cover a maximum of six trimesters of full-time study. To receive a KINGS scholarship
for the second year of the program, recipients must have completed at least 6 credits
in each term of the previous school year with a minimum GPA of B- (2.7/4.3) without
any F grades. The scholarship can cover the above mentioned entrance, registration,
tuition, and dormitory fees. No money will be paid out to students in exchange for
accommodation and meals.
Students can also pursue scholarships from the South Korean government, or the
student’s own government.
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will also support the participation of
fellows to the KING's Master degree course in 2015. For further information, please
contact the IAEA National Liaison Office in your country.
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2
All fees and costs are based on the year 2014 academic year and are subject to change for the 2015 academic year.
Values in parentheses are fees in USDollars based on the exchange rate of 1,040 KRW/USD.
Medical Aid Program
• KINGS University provides basic health check /care service in the nurse’s office. For
international students who need medical treatment at a hospital, the school provides
support regarding hospital information and transportation.
II. Finalcial Details - III. Campus Life
III. Campus Life
Admission Guideline
II.Financial Details
Assistantships
Living Expenses
Living expenses depend on each individual and lifestyle. Approximate cost of living in
South Korea relative to other countries can be found in the following websites:
http://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/city_result.jsp?country=South+Korea&city=seoul
http://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/comparison.jsp
Campus Location
Various Cultural Programs and Extracurricular Activities
• KINGS University provides Cross Culture and Korean Language Programs to help
reduce stresses that may arise from a new environment and a different culture.
The Cross Culture Program (CCP) is a fun-oriented program designed to spread
camaraderie among fellow students and showcase different cultures among students
from various countries. CCP activities include student seminars, talks to compare do’s
and do-not’s in different cultures, and lectures to share the ordeals and gloriesin South
Korean history, including the endeavors of national economic development to modern
South Korea. Tours are planned for breathtaking UNESCO sites around South Korea
and to the Demilitarized Zone where South and North Korea are divided.
• There are a variety of student clubs and club activities at KINGS University. Some of
the themes for student clubs include badminton, marathon, photography, swimming,
soccer/football, tennis, music, and taekwondo. Students in the Taekwondo club that
complete the Taekwondo training will be eligible for a nationally-approved black belt
testing.
• Student Council represents the student body at KINGS University, tasked with
protecting and promoting students’ rights as well as creating and maintaining an
environment where students’ needs are taken into account.
• Busan, the second largest city in Korea is located 30 minutes away from KINGS
University. Large towns such as Jung-gwan and Gijangwhere students can find
necessities in life, are only 20 minutes away. Beautiful beaches such as Haeundae
and Ilgwang, and other various historic sites are also near KINGS University.
• KINGS University runs a shuttle from the campus to the Wollae railroad station on the
weekends for students’ convenience. The railroad gives convenient access to Busan
and other provinces in South Korea.
Living Expenses
Students who intend to live with their family are responsible for their private
accommodation off-campus at their own expense prior to their family’s arrival. Offcampus rental housing is available at commutable distances. In regards to children’s
education, the Busan International Foreign School is about 20km from KINGS University.
It provides international quality education at the kindergarten, elementary, and high
school levels. Detailed information can be obtained from the website:http://www.
bifskorea.org.
For more information, visit the KINGS website(www.kings.ac.kr) or contact Ms. Hana
Kim, assistant admission commissioner at [email protected].
III. Campus Life - IV. Useful Information
Research Assistantships (RA) and Administrative Assistantships (AA) are available for
eligible international students. For entry level students, AA is the most common type
of assistantship. The monthly assistantship stipend depends on the actual hours of
services provided by the student for the month, with a limit of 30 hours per month. The
average administrative assistantship payment is about $ 288 per month.
Admission Guideline
IV. Useful Information
Letter from Graduates and Student
They are just amazing
I like the professors at KINGS; owing to their never ending urge to impact knowledge and offer
mentorship to all cadres of students from various countries and institutions without any discrimination,
while taking into account their academic, experience, and cultural diversities.
An exclusive graduate school
To me, KINGS is special because it is located on the beautiful shores of the East Sea. Once in a while,
I enjoy the breathtaking views of the sunrise, if I’m lucky enough to wake up early and at the right time.
But the most unique thing about KINGS is the fact that my professors are nuclear industry experts,
having worked on nuclear projects and businesses as professionals for many, many years. Their work
experiences in the real world are priceless. As a KINGS student, I am very fortunate to be able to benefit
The KINGS staff and faculty are just amazing; their dedication and humility to duty in ensuring better
learning environment is beyond reproach and I will forever be grateful to them as we study in this world
class global nuclear institution. KINGS’ strategic location with the nuclear power complex presents
students with easy access to practical learning and this by all standards cements the theory we learn in
class.
- Eric Ohaga (Kenya)
from their vast knowledge, in an exclusive university established with this very purpose in mind.
- Wan ShakirahBinti Wan Abdul Kahar ( Malaysia)
A privilege to Achieve NPP Engineering
I am Mohammad Dhuhair form United Arab Emirates and a 2nd Year Student at KINGS. Since ENEC
has signed a contract with KEPCO to build the first four NPP Units in the UAE, ENEC requires more
UAE Engineers in the field of NPP. I feel privileged to pursue my engineering studies in this prestigious
The best place for graduate students of Nuclear Industry
school and to be the first UAE student to study for a Master’s of NPP Engineering at KINGS.In KINGS
If you want to learn about Nuclear Power Plant, KINGS University is the best choice for you. KINGS
in the field of NPP, and they follow the KINGS vision, which is to educate the new generation using
give you a total program related to Nuclear field not only technical aspects but also managerial
practical teaching methods through actual projects that will benefit the students in the future careers.
aspects. Furthermore, the unique and valuable thing of KINGS is their talent students. Half of them are
Life at KINGS is a dynamic environment, where I get to meet students from different countries and
experienced employees from companies of Korean nuclear industry as well as many countries around
learn from their experiences in addition to the Cross Culture Program where I was introduced to Korean
the world. Along with knowledgeable professors, students have exclusive discussion and work with their
Culture.I enjoy my time at school: it is really nice to study and the students are very friendly and ready to
classmates to exchange every information and experiences regarding nuclear industry.
help.
KINGS program supplies to you necessary skills for your career through team learning and team
- Mohammad Dhuhair (UAE)
teaching. By group of 10 people in one project class, effective skills will be trainedwhile doing the project.
This is amazing and unique feature for us because we got and experienced a lot of things from each
projects. Besides, KINGS is located near nuclear power plant so that students frequently go and got
hands-on experience they need.
For people who work in nuclear energy field, KINGS is the most suitable for them to upgrade their career
as well as to become experts in this field.
- Le Khanh Cong (Vietnam)
we are privileged to be educate by a team of professional professors with extensive practical experience