GKS Scholarship at KDI – Global Network Program Scholarship

We are thrilled to introduce the Global Korea Scholarship GKS 2024 at the KDI School of Public Policy and Management called Global Network Program. This program is a unique initiative that aims to nurture tomorrow’s leaders in international cooperation through a comprehensive curriculum spanning International Cooperation, Korean Studies, and Data Science.

GKS – Global Network Program at KDI School

KDI School’s newly launched Global Network Program is sponsored by NIIED, which melds together 3 different areas into a single, 1.5-year master’s degree program

• International Cooperation
• Korean Studies
• Data Science

While the three key disciplines are required, a student may choose the major and the specific area of study within the selected major.

Benefits of Global Network Program at KDI School

Candidates who receive an admission offer will automatically be eligible for the GKS Global Network scholarship, which includes the following benefits, subject to maintaining the necessary academic standards:

• full tuition waiver,
• return airfare support,
• and monthly stipend (approx. 1 million KRW),
• as well as the opportunity to be a part of the dynamic learning environment KDI School has to offer including numerous non-degree academic programs,
• field trips, and networking opportunities.

Degree Programs for GKS at KDI School

Degree (Master’s): Public Policy, Development Policy, Public Management

Students are required to apply for one major and one 1st concentration within the selected major. All students will take Data Science for Public Policy and Management as their 2nd concentration.

Study length:

• 1.5-year residential, on-campus learning. Students are expected to complete both the coursework and the research project within the 1.5-year residential period
• Graduation requirements: 39 credits including capstone project.

• Courses from each concentration may be found here

GKS Scholarship at KDI Schedule

Students are anticipated to arrive in Korea around early to mid-August 2024 to commence studies in early September 2024, concluding by mid-December 2025.

For additional academic events and schedules, please consult the KDI School 2024 Academic Calendar.

How to apply for the GKS Scholarship at KDI Global Network Program Scholarship

• Application period: Monday, March 11 ~ Sunday, April 7
• Application website: https://gradnet.kr/kdis/main
• For more information on applying, including eligibility, required documents and other important information, visit https://kdischool.ac.kr/admissions/

Contact information for GKS Scholarship KDI

– School website: https://www.kdischool.ac.kr
– Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KDISofficial
– Admission inquiry: [email protected]