Study in Seoul, South Korea at Hongik University.
Immerse yourself in the rich culture of South Korea at Hongik University. As a private university in South Korea, Hongik is widely renowned for having the country's top-ranked College of Fine Arts and School of Architecture. Founded in 1946, it operates multiple locations, most notably its main campus in Seoul’s vibrant, art-centric "Hongdae" neighbourhood.
Key Information
Academics
Term(s) Available: Fall, Winter or Full-Year
Semester Dates
Semester 1: Sept to Dec
Semester 2: March to June
Language of Instruction
English, Korean
Credit System
15 credits per semester is a full course load. This is usually 5 courses per semester – each worth 3 credits.
Fields of Study Available
*Subject to timetable and course availability
Arts, Business Administration, Education, Languages, Sociology |
⚠️ Notes
Don't see your program in our list? Review Hongik's course offerings to see if there are courses that could fit your program or degree requirements.
Around 10% of Hongik University’s courses are taught in English, while the rest are conducted in Korean.
Exchange students can take classes across all faculties, though English course options are limited. A comprehensive course catalog is typically provided right before the semester begins
Accommodations
On-campus accommodation is available. Exchange students are not guaranteed accommodation. While exchange students are given priority status, the demand for on-campus housing often exceeds the available spots.
Hongik University Video
Useful Links
Hongik University Exchange & Study Abroad Website
On-campus Housing at Hongik University
Hongik University Course Listings
Interested in studying at Hongik University?Review our Application Process page for next steps or contact us at studyabroad@trentu.ca |
