Dong-A University, founded in 1946, is one of the leading universities in Korea, distinguished by its mission of providing high-quality education and promoting innovative research. With a history of more than 75 years of development, the university has continuously strived to overcome challenges and affirm its position in the national and international higher education system. Located in Busan, Dong-A University not only provides a modern and diverse learning environment, but also focuses on developing humanistic values, responsibility and innovation. With a wide range of training programs, from natural sciences to social sciences, and strong support from advanced infrastructure and technology, Dong-A University is committed to providing students with comprehensive learning experiences and diverse career opportunities in the current context of globalization.
I. OVERVIEW OF THE UNIVERSITY
Korean name: 동아대학교
English name: DONG A UNIVERSITY
Year of establishment: 1946
Number of students: 24,276 students (699 Vietnamese students)
Address:
Bumin Campus BC-0116~3, Bumin Campus, 225, Gudeok-ro, Seo-gu, Busan
Guduk Campus 32, Daesingongwon-ro, Seo-gu, Busan
Seunghak Campus 37, Nakdong-daero 550 beon-gil, Saha-gu, Busan
Website:.donga.ac.kr
II. LANGUAGE STUDY SYSTEM – VISA D4-1
The D4 system is a Korean language training program for international students, aiming to improve their ability to use Korean in daily communication as well as in studying. This program usually lasts from 1 to 2 years, with courses from basic to advanced.
1. Course participants
Enrollment 4 terms per year: March-June-September-December
High school graduates or highest academic qualifications
Proof of balance from 7,000 USD or more,…
※ For Vietnamese students, it is necessary to submit a separate certificate of study abroad funding issued by the bank.
(And some related fair documents, contact c-korea.vn for free consultation.)
2. Events for international students
| Event Name | Content | Time |
| Orientation for students
new student |
College and school life guide | In February and August |
| Opening ceremony for new students | School guidance, exchange between new students | At the beginning of each semester |
| KPOP Contest | KPOP Contest for International Students | Summer |
| Dong-A Youth Challenge | International Student Sports Day | In September |
| International Day | Introducing culture and exchanging culinary booths between countries | End of October |
| Graduation party
for international students |
Graduation party, seminar, awarding students with excellent achievements… | End of each semester |
| Prom Party for Students
international member |
Year-end party and cultural exchange between countries |
3. Tuition fee for D4 language course
| Semester | 4 semesters per year (10 weeks per semester) |
| Day | 20 hours × 10 weeks = 200 hours |
| Tuition | 1,200,000 (per semester) |
| Levels and hours | Beginners – Afternoon (13:10 ~ 17:10)
Intermediate + Advanced – Morning (09:00 ~ 13:00) Class hours may vary depending on level. |
III. SPECIALIZED UNIVERSITY SYSTEM – VISA D2
1. Typical majors of Dong A University
| University | Department | Specialized |
| University of Human Sciences | Faculty of Philosophy and Medical Ethics | |
| Faculty of History and Culture | Major in History | |
| Major in Archaeology and Art History | ||
| Department of Korean Language and Literature | ||
| Department of Child Studies | ||
| University of Science | Faculty of Information Mathematics | |
| Semiconductor Department | ||
| Department of Chemistry | ||
| Faculty of Biomedical Sciences | ||
| University of Social Sciences | Faculty of Politics and Sociology | Major in International Politics |
| Major in Sociology | ||
| Faculty of Public Administration | ||
| Faculty of Social Welfare | ||
| Faculty of Media and Television | ||
| Faculty of Economics | ||
| Faculty of Police Science | ||
| University of Business Administration | Faculty of Business Administration | |
| Faculty of Tourism Management | ||
| Faculty of International Trade | ||
| Faculty of Management Information | ||
| Faculty of Finance | ||
| University of Biological Resources Science | Department of Molecular Genetics | |
| Faculty of Applied Biotechnology | ||
| Faculty of Food Biotechnology | ||
| Faculty of Bioresource Industry | ||
| University of Technology | Faculty of Civil Engineering | |
| Faculty of Urban Engineering | ||
| Faculty of Construction Systems | ||
| Faculty of Environmental and Energy Engineering | Major in Future Energy Engineering | |
| Major in Environmental Safety | ||
| Faculty of Electrical Engineering | ||
| Faculty of Electronic Engineering | ||
| Faculty of Mechanical Engineering | ||
| Faculty of Industrial Management Engineering | ||
| Faculty of Marine Engineering and Shipbuilding | ||
| Faculty of Chemical Engineering | ||
| Faculty of New Materials Engineering | ||
| University of Design and Environment | Faculty of Architecture | Major in Architecture (5 years) |
| Interior Design Major (4 years) | ||
| Faculty of Industrial Design | Major in Visual Communication Design | |
| Major in Product and Spatial Design | ||
| Faculty of Fashion Design | ||
| Faculty of Landscape Architecture | ||
| University of Arts and Sports
|
Faculty of Fine Arts | Major in Modern Art |
| Major in Television Arts | ||
| Major in Woodworking and Design | ||
| Major in Ceramic Art | ||
| Faculty of Music | Classical Music (Piano, Orchestra, Vocal) | |
| Practical Music (Instrumental, Vocal, Music Composition) | ||
| Faculty of Sports | Sports: Baseball, Soccer, Athletics, Wrestling, Fencing, Swimming | |
| Taekwondo Department | Subjects: Fighting, Visual Performance, Performance | |
| University of Health Sciences | Faculty of Nutrition and Food | |
| Faculty of Biotechnology and Pharmacy | ||
| Faculty of Health Management | ||
| International University | Faculty of Global Business | |
| Department of English and American Studies | ||
| Department of Chinese Studies | ||
| Department of Japanese Studies | ||
| University of Computer Science and AI | Department of Computer Science | |
| Faculty of Artificial Intelligence Al |
2. One of the typical scholarships of Dong A University
University Scholarships for Outstanding Students
| Classify | ||||
| Condition | Type | Amount received | Condition | |
| Students who passed the university entrance exam for international students | A | Full tuition waiver for the first semester | Possess topic 5 or higher | |
| B | 60% tuition fee exemption for the first semester | Own topic 4 | ||
| C | 50% tuition fee exemption for the first semester | Own topic 3 | ||
| D | 30% tuition fee waiver for the first semester | People who do not have TOPIK and have passed the exam to DongA University | ||
There are also scholarships outside the school such as:
- Global Korea Scholarship, Global Urban Foundation Scholarship, Scholarship for Chinese International Students of the Korea-China Friendship Association, Scholarship for Chinese Students at the Korea Cultural Exchange Foundation, etc.
3. Tuition fees for each major
Unit: KRW / semester
| Industry | Tuition |
| Social – humanities | 3,128000 |
| Media | 3,288000 |
| Science and Physical Education | 3,678000 |
| Information Mathematics | 3,403000 |
| Technique | 4,187000 |
| Organic Materials and Polymer Engineering | 3,960000 |
| Entertainment | 4,262000 |
IV. DORMITORY OF DONG A UNIVERSITY, KOREA
At Dong A University, there are two dormitory areas. Depending on the conditions and wishes of students, they can freely choose one of these two areas.
1. Hanlim Dormitory:
| Dormitory
2 people / room |
Equipment | Cost (not including meals) |
| Hanlim 1(Female) | 1. Basic equipment: bed, desk, chair, drawers (including mirror, shoe cabinet), network cable | Female 800,000 won ~ 850,000 won |
| 2. Other facilities: dining room, rest room, laundry room, computer room, automatic convenience store, table tennis court, reading room, gym. | ||
| Hanlim 2 (Male) | 1. Basic equipment: bed, desk, chair, drawers (including mirror, shoe cabinet), network cable | Men 900,000 won ~ 950,000 won |
| 2. Other facilities: rest room, reading room, gym, laundry room |
2. Seokdang Dormitory:
| Classify | Equipment | Dormitory fee |
| Seokdang Global House
(International student dormitory) |
1. Basic equipment: bed, desk, wardrobe, shoe cabinet, storage cabinet,… | 756,000 won |
| 2. Other facilities: kitchen, laundry room,… |
4. Common points
- Depending on the conditions, students may be assigned to other dormitories on or off campus in addition to the dormitories listed above
- The above dormitory fees are calculated based on the official check-in time, the total amount may change depending on the move-in date. The exact dormitory fees will be provided in detail on the check-in date.
- The dormitory does not provide personal blankets. After entering the country, individuals must buy their own or can bring their own blankets. (You can rent bedding at Seokdang Dormitory)
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