Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Global Scholarship Program at the Seoul National University (GSP-SNU Program)?

This program is designed for talented students willing to obtain the Master of Sciences (MSc) Degree in Electronics and Computer Sciences. The educational program is held at the Seoul National University (South Korea) and lasts 2 years. After graduation, the GSP-SNU student will work for Samsung Electronics in South Korea for 2 additional years.

Will I receive a job offer after my graduation from the Seoul National University?

Yes, you will. After graduation from Seoul National University the GSP-SNU student will work for 2 years at a research centre of Samsung Electronics in South Korea. This is a mandatory requirement.

What will happen if I refuse to join Samsung Electronics after completing the GSP-SNU Program? What are the terms of contract? What are the company's obligations? What are my obligations?

In case of your refusal to join Samsung Electronics after completing the GSP-SNU, you will have to reimburse the company for all your educational and living expenses (around USD 30000). According to the terms of contract, Samsung Electronics will pay for your education, provide you with a scholarship (around Won 1000000 per month, which corresponds to approximately USD 800 per month), as well as providing you with accommodation in South Korea. Your obligations are to study at "good" and "excellent" marks as well as to work at Samsung Electronics in South Korea after your graduation for 2 years.

What is the major (specialty) at Seoul National University?

The GSP-SNU major is a degree in Electronics and Computer Science (the Master of Sciences' Degree).

What is the duration of studying?

The GSP - SNU Masters lasts 2 years. After completing the GSP-SNU, you will work at Samsung Electronics in South Korea for 2 additional years.

Which expenses, except for the direct ones, does Samsung Electronics cover?

Samsung Electronics pays for the air flight (economy-class air ticket) and gives you a money allowance (scholarship money) to live in South Korea.

Will I be able to go back to my country of origin on my vacation? Will the company pay for this flight?

Yes, you will. Once a year, you will be able to visit your country of origin on your vacation. Samsung Electronics will pay for the round-trip air ticket (an economy-class air ticket).

Will the company pay for meals, books, and trips across South Korea?

No, these expenses are not included in the allowance.

How many research institutes and faculties are affiliated with Seoul National University?

Seoul National University has more than 30 research institutes and more than 50 faculties (professional schools).

When will the programme start? What are the preliminary dates of moving to Seoul?

The programme starts end of summer / beginning of autumn, 2013. You will be moving to South Korea around the end of August, 2013.

Is it possible to postpone the start date?

No, it is not possible.

Will the GSP-SNU Program's students have a chance to visit a research centre of Samsung Electronics in South Korea?

Yes, of course!

For students of which year is this program intended?

The GSP-SNU Program is intended for students who achieved their B.Sc. degree this year or their M.Sc. / Specialist degree, as well as students who will be achieving their B.Sc. / M.Sc before September 2013.

What is the rating of Seoul National University in the world?

Seoul National University is ranked number one in Korea and number 37 in the world according to QS rankings 2012 / 13.