Program Outline
GYP is a program in which POSCO Group fosters the next generation of global leaders in Korea.
Students are given the opportunity to study in POSTECH for 1 year, participate in research, visit POSCO, and learn about startups and Korean culture. Students will also have an opportunity to communicate and create a network with other GYP students from various countries.
Requirements
- Second or third-year undergraduate student enrolled at & nominated by POSTECH’s partner university
- GPA average above 3.3/4.3
- Equivalent English proficiency certification scores of TOEFL iBT 90, IELTS 6.5 or above
Academic Programs
Selected students will be placed into one of the following undergraduate programs at POSTECH
| – Mathematics | – Chemistry |
| – Physics | – Life Sciences |
| – Electrical Engineering | – Chemical Engineering |
| – Convergence IT Engineering | – Computer Science & Engineering |
| – Materials Science & Engineering | – Mechanical Engineering |
| – Industrial & Management Engineering | – Semiconductor Engineering |
Supporting Documents to POSCO
- Application Form signed by the university’s international exchange coordinator (download here)
- Statement of Purpose (download here)
- Official Academic Transcript in English
- Recommendation Letter from Home University
- Valid certification scores of English Proficiency (TOEFL iBT 90, IELTS 6.5 or above)
- Copy of Passport (scanned; the passport must be valid for at least six months from visa issuance)
Supporting Documents to IO
- Latest course plan (IRS)
- CV
- Motivation Letter
- Statement letter of willingness not to leave the country if the faculty does not give permission
- Written approval letter of departure from parents
Program Timeline
GYP is a year-long program that will operate from September 2023 until June 2024
Key program dates and timelines are as follows:
- Application Deadline (at UI): May 18
- Document Evaluation: May 31 – June 2
- Candidate Interview (in-person or online): June 7 – 14
- Admission Announcement: June 15
- Korean Language Course (online): July 1 – 31
- Arrival in Korea: August 21 – 25
* The dates may change due to unforeseen circumstances
Scholarship & Benefits (from POSCO)
- Full coverage of round-trip flights to/from Korea and visa-related fees
- Monthly scholarship (1,000,000 KRW/month)
- Participants who decide to drop out of the GYP before program completion may be required to return the scholarship
Application Method
All student applications and supporting documents should be collected and sent via e-mail following the relevant deadline to:
outbound email: outbound@ui.ac.id