Sogang University was founded in 1960 by the Society of Jesus to provide an education based on Catholic belief. In spite of its relatively short history, Sogang University has established its place as one of the top universities in Korea, ranking at #10 on 2019 QS South Korea Ranking.  
 
Approximately 3,000 foreign students study annually at Sogang University in various academic programs makes up 40% of the residents on-campus.  
 
Recognized for its high standard of education, Sogang University boasts the highest rate of graduate employment in major corporations in Korea, with over forty thousand alumni working in influential positions in various areas of society. In its efforts to make the campus more international, Sogang University offers the best services to foreign students in order to make their stay at Sogang as seamless and memorable as possible.  
 
Sogang has a very active student organization called Hands Up for Gathering (HUG). Buddies from HUG are Sogang students who help international students adjust smoothly into the life and culture of Korea. HUG organizes different field trips, parties, Korean language tutoring, and many cultural activities. Students can apply for the buddy program when submitting their online application for exchange. 

Seoul, the capital city of South Korea is located on the Han River in the north western part of the country. Home to 10 million people, the city is the cultural, economic and political centre of South Korea. Seoul is fashion and technology-forward but also deeply traditional. Here, you will find five UNESCO World Heritage sites, as well as state-of-the-art skyscrapers. The city offers beautiful scenic attractions as well as interesting bars, luxury hotels and great food.

South Korea, officially called the Republic of Korea, is a country in East Asia, covering the southern part of the Korean Peninsula and sharing its only land border with the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (North Korea).

South Korea has a population of around 51.5 million people, and is one of the world's most densely populated countries at 503 people per square kilometer, a number more than 10 times the global average. South Korea is a highly developed country and the world's 11th largest economy. Its capital, Seoul, is a major global city and half of South Korea's population live in the Seoul Capital Area, the fourth largest metropolitan economy in the world.

Nearly 70% of South Korea's land area is mostly uninhabitable due to it being mountainous, a major factor in the population concentration. Despite the large population and city lifestyle, South Koreans are known for being very active, with most weekends spent out of doors for many people.

It’s known for its green, hilly countryside dotted with cherry trees and centuries-old Buddhist temples, coastal fishing villages, beautiful sub-tropical islands, and its advanced high-tech cities such as Seoul, the capital. Today, South Korea is known for its globally influential pop culture such as K-pop and TV dramas, part of the phenomenon referred to as the Korean Wave. Korean and English are the major two languages used in South Korea, and generally English will get you by for exchange.

Did you know…..?

South Korea has the world's fastest Internet connection speeds and the world's second best healthcare system. South Korea is a global leader in many technology and innovation driven fields, being the world's 5th largest exporter and 8th largest importer.

All students must meet standard exchange selection criteria and any host institution restrictions.

Not all courses offered in English are available for exchange. Please ensure that you check the box next to “Courses for Exchange Students” 
 
Finalized course lists for each semester will be available about a month prior to the beginning of the semester. If students need to sign their Learning Agreements before the semester begins, please refer to the course lists from the past. 

• UniSA academic transcript 
• Passport 
• Passport sized photo  
• On-Campus Housing Application Form (optional) 
• Health Report Form - form to be uploaded a month before arrival in Sogang. 
• UniSA Insurance certificate 

Students should also submit the following forms through the online application system if they wish to apply for them. 

• Sogang Global Scholarship Form (Housing scholarship) 
• Buddy Request Form 
• Korean Language Course Application Form (KAP200/KGP60) 

We recommend that undergraduate students complete 4 courses for 13.5 UniSA units and 5 courses for 18 UniSA units at Sogang University, as each course is valued at 3 credits / 6 ECTS.  
 
Postgraduate students should enrol in 3 courses for 13.5 UniSA units and 4 courses for 18 UniSA units, as postgraduate courses are valued at 3 credits each / 8 ECTS, with a higher workload than UG courses. 

UniSA students are not required to provide evidence of English proficiency. However, students from non-English speaking countries are recommended to have English proficiency scores equivalent to or higher than TOEFL iBT 79 (PBT 550) or IELTS 6.5. 

Find courses at Sogang University

• Fall 2023 (SP5 2023) Courses List
• Spring 2023 (SP2 2023) Course List

Airport pickup service by "Hands Up for Gathering (HUG)" International Student Association is available to exchange students who arrive on arrival dates designated by the Office of International Affairs. The arrival dates designated by the Office of International Affairs is usually 3-4 days prior to the start of the semester, in line with the dormitory check-in dates. The dates will be announced by the Office of International Affairs. 
 
Students must apply for airport pickup service online through Sogang's application page. After submitting the airport pickup request form, a buddy from Sogang's HUG will contact you via email and pre-arrange the meeting place around 2 weeks before your arrival. On the day of your arrival, HUG buddies will meet you at the airport and show you the way to Sogang University. Please note that exchange students are responsible for their own transportation costs. 
 
If you do not require airport pickup service or if you arrive on a date other than the designated dates when airport pickup service by HUG is not available, you can take Airport Limousine Bus, airport train AREX or taxi. 
 
For details please refer to the pre-departure handbook you receive from the Office of International Affairs. 
 
More information on how to get to the campus can be found here. 

On campus accommodation is available (with meal plans included). Students who wish to live on-campus must apply for housing during the online application period. Students who apply for on-campus housing are required to submit a Health Report Form, officially signed or stamped by a doctor a month before arrival. More information Gonzaga Hall can be found here.   
 
Sogang University OIA does not provide off-campus housing assistance. If you would like to live off-campus, you will have to find housing on your own. More information on accommodation can be found here. 

As an exchange partner with the University of South Australia, you do not have to pay tuition fees to Sogang University, instead you will pay tuition as you would normally at UniSA. Travel and living expenses are at your own cost. The table below gives an indication of costs you will incur: 

More information can be found here.

You may be eligible to receive additional grants or scholarships to fund your experience. For more information please see the funding and scholarships website.

UniSA offers travel insurance as part of your exchange for up to 270 days (can be extended up to 365 days). For more information please see travel insurance website.  
 
Please click here to read the travel insurance policy. 
 
A list of Frequently Asked Questions can be found here. 
 
If you have any further questions about travel insurance, please contact the UniSA Insurance Office on 08 8302 1678.