University of Ulsan

What is the best form of transportation within the city?

Buses

What was your favourite place to visit within the city?

Bamboo forest

Were there any special events, festivals, or holidays in the city you would recommend others attend? Or anywhere you travelled to that you loved?

Seoul, Gangneung

On average, what was the weather like?

Really hot and humid in the summer. Temperate in fall and really cold in December.

Did you have a favourite course you would recommend to future students?

Anything with Benjamin Montgomery

Did the university provide airport pickup?

No

What is the best way for students to travel to the university upon arrival?

Uber

Did the university have a buddy program?

Yes

Were the following provided in your student dormitory?

• Bedding - no
• Kitchen - no

How long did it take to travel from your accommodation to classes?

Ten minutes

Which company would you recommend students purchase a sim card/e-sim through?

Airlo

Do you have advice for how students should handle banking in your host country?

Make a monthly budget

What would you suggest students pack before leaving Canada if they are studying at your host university?

Summer and winter clothes, charger adapter

South Korea, officially known as the Republic of Korea, lies adjacent to China and Japan. There are about 3,000 islands belonging to South Korea, located mostly off the west and south coasts. The country is often referred to as one of the "Four Asian Tigers" due to its rapid industrialization and economic growth. It is famous for its K-pop music, K-drama television shows, delicious cuisine (including kimchi and bulgogi), and cutting-edge technology companies such as Samsung and LG. With a population of over 50 million people, South Korea is known for its high-quality education system and strong emphasis on innovation and entrepreneurship. Mountain ranges have traditionally served as natural boundary markers between regions, historically inhibiting contact between people living on either side of the range, creating substantial differences in the spoken language and customs of the Korean people.

The population of Ulsan is 1 million people. The city is located 414 kilometers southeast of Seoul and has been transformed into an industrial hub with world-class Hyundai Heavy Industries and Hyundai Motor Co.Ulsan is divided into 4 districts (gu) and one county (gun).

The University of Ulsan was founded on February 19, 1969 as the Ulsan Institute of Technology and was then promoted to a full-fledged University on March 1, 1985. Today, the University offers a wide range of courses in the following disciplines: Humanities, Social Sciences, Business Administration, Natural Sciences, Human Ecology, Engineering, Music, Fine Arts, Design, Medicine and Industry Management.

In English

Email outgoing@uleth.ca to see a previous semester's list of courses taught in English.

Courses in English are categorized as "English Course A" and "English Course B." English A courses are taught and assessed in English. English B courses are taught in Korean and assessed in English.

UoU requires exchange students to take a minimum of 6 credits/semester.

Language Courses

Exchange students can take Korean language courses offered by Korean Language Education Center:

• Intensive course with 20 hours per week
  • There will be placement tests to divide incoming students into beginners, intermediates and advanced.
• Basic conversation course with 6 hours per week
  • Placement tests will be conducted in early March (for the spring semester) or early September (for the fall semester)

Other Programs

Ulsan International Program

UIP is an international summer program designed for foreign students who want to learn Korean culture, history, society, business as well as Korean language. The program consists of a broad knowledge of classes and excursions. Participants visit a wide variety of historical and cultural sites around Ulsan and other cities in Korea. On top of them, the program includes field trips to industrial complexes as well. The main topic of the UIP is ‘The Tradition & Industrialization of Korea.’ The geographical location and economical role of Ulsan give participants an unmatched opportunity to explore Korea’s rich past and cutting-edge present.

Part-Time Work Opportunity

UOU offers exchange students whose native language is English, French, Spanish, Japanese or Chinese the LaTU program. Exchange students working for LaTU can exchange their cultures with Ulsan students in the native language 5 hours per week and be paid around 200 USD per month. 10 hour working time is maximun for LaTU.

Courses in English include the following areas:

• Engineering
• Architecture & Design
• Social Sciences
• Business
• Computer Science & Technology
• Human Ecology

Students will be required to successfully earn an adequate number of equivalent U of L credits for courses taken at UoU. The number of credits UoU courses are worth varies and can be identified on their course list. Tuition is calculated based on the number of equivalent credits at the U of L. Course outlines must be evaluated to determine what equivalent U of L credit you will earn.

You are eligible for this exchange if you are:

• A full-time U of L student
• In at least the 2nd year of your program
• In good academic standing, with a GPA of 2.5 or higher

It is MANDATORY for exchange students to apply for a D-2-6 (exchange student) visa. You can apply for the visa through mail at the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Vancouver. The visa application fee is $78 CAD (2023). UoU must send you a Certificate of Eligibility before you can apply for a visa.

Students must also apply for an Alien Registration Card (ARC) within 90 days of their arrival in South Korea.

For more information about applying for a visa, visit the Vancouver Consulate's website.

The Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Vancouver
Phone: (604) 681-9581
Email: vancouver@mofat.go.kr
Website

For detailed information about vaccination recommendations when visiting South Korea, please visit the Government of Canada's website.

UOU provides international students with comfortable housing at a reasonable price. There are four dorms available for international students; two male and two female dorms.

• Kirin House (male dorm / double room)
  • Cost per semester: 650 USD
  • Toilets and showers are attached in the room
• Mugeo House (male dorm / quad room)
  • Cost per semester: 500 USD
  • Toilets and shower rooms are shared by the people on the same floor
• International House (female dorm / double room)
  • Cost per semester: 650 USD
  • Toilets and showers are attached in the room
• Moklyeon House (female dorm / double room)
  • Cost per semester: 550 USD
  • Toilets and shower rooms are shared by the people on the same floor

Dorm room placement is on a random base, and the room shall change every semester and break. (Students may not be placed on a room they applied due to the limited number of rooms).

Items in the dorms are a bed, desk, chair, closet, telephone, A/C, and a fridge (only at Kirin and International). Internet access is available at each room (students need to bring their own LAN cable or buy one at UOU, no WiFi). No linens or blankets are available, students can either bring their own or buy one after arriving at UOU.

House move-in dates are in late February for the spring semester and late August for the fall semester.

Option A: 5 days per week

• approx. CAD 700 per semester (2024)
• 3 meals per day at the dorm dining hall

Option B: 6 days per week

• approx. CAD 850 per semester (2024)
• 3 meals per day at the dorm dining hall

Option C: No meal plan

• UOU offers an option of self-cooking. Students who wish to use the Self Kitchen must apply for the Self Kitchen, pay the maintenance fee an be enrolled at the international office
• KRW 100 per semester and KRW 50 per vacation

Note: Be careful when you choose the meal plan because the food served at the dormitory is Korean style. Rice is the main food with side dishes and soup. Once you choose to buy the meal plan, there is no way to cancel. Your money will not be returned even if you do not have the meals. If you have dietary restrictions due to health, religious, or other reasons, please contact your UoU coordinator to see if the meal plan will suit your diet.

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Arrival Information

Ulsan assistants will come to an airport near Ulsan to pick you up. The closest international airport is in Busan, which is a 2.5-3 hour train drive away from Ulsan. Ulsan also has its own domestic airport.

Students going on an exchange pay regular U of L tuition and fees. For up-to-date tuition information, visit the U of L's Financial Services website.

It is MANDATORY for students to have health insurance valid in South Korea for their entire period of stay. As well, students are required to purchase the South Korean National Health Insurance. The cost is approximately KRW 50,000/month (approx. CAD 50, 2023).