2023 PKNU International Summer School ━ Pukyong National University
Introduction
Pukyong National University (PKNU) invites you to learn about Korea and its unique culture through lectures and exciting cultural activities.
The on-site three-week summer school is one of the shortlisted summer programmes eligible for HKSYU’s credit-bearing Summer Abroad Scheme (GEC206).
| Courses available | |
| Mandatory | Global Culture II (Cultural Activities) Weekday afternoon; 1 PKNU credit
Korean Traditional Costume and Etiquette, Taekwondo (Korean Traditional Martial Arts), K-pop Dance, Korean Food Class, Fieldtrip to Gyeongju, Marine Sports in Busan, etc. |
| Elective (Choose from one of the five courses. Weekday morning) | Understanding of International Relations (3 PKNU credits)
Current Issues on Korean Society I (3 PKNU credits) Sailing Yacht (3 PKNU credits) Sports SCUBA Diving and Understanding the Aquatic Environment (2 PKNU credits) Sport Diving (3 PKNU credits) |
Programme Dates
3-21 July 2023 (3 weeks)
Programme Fee
US$1,100 (Partner University) for 15-day academic programme, transportation from Busan Station to Pukyong National University, on-campus accommodation in a twin room, 3 meals/day including weekend, and cultural activities and field trip expenses.
Accommodation
Included in programme fee
Application Deadline
15 May 2023
Eligibility
Students currently enroll at HKSYU (Year 4 students are also welcome)
Be able to understand lectures in English
Submission of Application
1. Please fill in the application form and email it to HKSYU’s International Unit by 15 May 2023
2. The International Unit will liaise with PKNU and send you the payment information by 17 May 2023
3. Students should pay the fee to PKNU by 19 May 2023
4. The International Unit will assist you to prepare the official academic transcript, and brief you on issues related to summer programmes, but you are responsible for submitting your application to the programme organiser before the deadline, paying for the programme fee, purchasing air tickets and insurance, securing a proper visa (if applicable), etc.
Programme Information
Education Bureau’s Scheme for Subsidy
| Means-tested Subsidy
Those receiving means-tested student financial assistance from the Student Finance Office (SFO) or whose families are receiving Comprehensive Social Security Assistance (CSSA) are eligible to apply for the Scheme for Subsidy on Exchange for
The amount for an eligible student is calculated by the approved level of student finance (in terms of percentage of full grant) to the maximum level of subsidy for the Subsidy Scheme. Each student will be eligible for assistance under the Means-tested SSEBR twice throughout their study in programme(s) at the same level of study in Hong Kong, irrespective of the amount of subsidy received. |
| Non-means-tested Subsidy
All full-time and local undergraduate students are eligible to apply for the Non-means-tested SSEBR. With Korea as the destination and 19 days in duration, the maximum level of subsidy for the Subsidy Scheme on this summer school programme is HK$2,700 However, each student will only be eligible to receive once throughout their study in programme(s) at the same level of study in Hong Kong. |
| * Students can apply for the Education Bureau’s Scheme for Subsidy via our online Application Form.
* For more information about the Education Bureau’s Scheme for Subsidy on Exchange, please visit our website. |
Home University Approval – for PKNU Application Form
| Name of Office | International Unit, Hong Kong Shue Yan University |
| Name of Person in Charge | Ms. Pauline LAU |
| Mailing Address * | RLB 501, Research Complex, Hong Kong Shue Yan University
6 Wai Tsui Crescent, Braemar Hill, North Point, Hong Kong |
| Email Address | studyabroad@hksyu.edu |
| Telephone | (+852) 2804-8407 |
Enquiries
Please contact the International Unit at 2804-8407 or through email to studyabroad@hksyu.edu. You may also visit us at RLB501 of the Research Complex.
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