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Yonsei University

Please find useful information below about Yonsei University as an exchange destination. Learn more about the location, the courses and student life! 

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About 

Yonsei University's Exchange/Visiting Student Programs offer opportunities to students who plan to study for a year or a semester in Korea's top university located in the heart of Seoul, the dynamic capital city of Korea.

Yonsei enjoys top 100 world rankings in many subjects including arts and humanities, modern languages, management and social sciences (QS).

Yonsei University, established in 1885 as the first Western institution of learning in Korea, is a leading university located in the heart of Seoul and one of South Korea's three SKY institutions. Committed to "truth and freedom," it offers comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs to over 38,000 students across four campuses.

Yonsei excels in research, particularly in medicine, biochemistry, engineering, materials science, and the humanities. Its 153 research centers foster interdisciplinary collaboration and cultivate globally minded leaders. The university is also actively engaged in addressing critical global issues such as climate change and inequality through its initiatives for sustainable development. Yonsei's extensive global network includes partnerships with over 660 institutions worldwide, solidifying its position as a key contributor in East Asia and on the global stage.

Consult Yonsei University on QS World Rankings to learn more about their current world ranking and academic reputation in different subject areas.

Location

Yonsei is situated in a spacious, quiet, and well-wooded environment with a mountain, located 6km to the west of the centre of Seoul's metropolitan area. 

The capital and largest city, Seoul, is the centre of Asia's third-largest economy. This round-the-clock city is constantly on the move. Yet there are plenty of areas to escape the crowds. Popular tourist spots include the ancient palaces and royal shrines of the Joseon Dynasty, the historic Namhansan Mountain Fortress, the Han River which runs to North Korea, and the Seoul World Cup and Olympic Stadia.

Seoul itself is within comfortable flying distance of Japan and China, with Tokyo, Beijing, and Shanghai all less than a three-hour flight away. Southeast Asian countries, such as Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia are not that far either, estimating between 4 to 7 hour flight away from Seoul.

Yonsei University has 3 main campuses: Sinchon Main Campus, Songdo International Campus, and Mirae, all located within the city of Seoul. Exchange students largely remain in the Sinchon Main Campus. Learn more by consulting Yonsei's campus maps. Yonsei University's Sinchon Campus is in the heart of Seoul's youthful and energetic district. Students can easily explore the trendy cafes, bustling nightlife, and independent shops of Sinchon, with its abundance of student-friendly bars and restaurants. Approximately 30-minute walk or 10-minute bus ride is the famous Hongdae neighbourhood, known for its music scene, street art, and fashion boutiques. And also, only 20-minute train ride away is Ikseondong, a historic district for a more traditional Korea, with its charming hanok houses and tea houses. And for those seeking a moment of tranquillity, the scenic Han River offers walking paths and stunning city views, all within walking distance of campus. Sinchon Campus truly offers the best of Seoul right at its doorstep.

Level of competitiveness

Very competitive ***

The level of competitiveness (Less competitive * / Competitive ** / Very competitive ***) refers to one's chances of being allocated an exchange space at this partner. This is an approximation determined by the number of applications received for this destination during the last academic year versus the total number of exchange spaces available to Queen Mary students. 

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