South Korea

Birkbeck, University of London has traditionally welcomed South Korean students across a wide range of postgraduate programmes, including Sports Management, Economics, Arts Policy and Management.

English language entry requirements

Successful applicants will usually have met our English language requirements by the time they expect to start their studies.
If you have recently studied successfully for an academic qualification taught in English, you may not be required to submit a language test. In which case, please indicate in your application that you want exemption from an English Language test.

Academic entry requirements

Since our entry criteria may differ from one course to another, we can only offer a broad indication of the Grade Point Averages we expect students to achieve.
Master's degrees: we generally expect applicants to have a Haksa from a recognised South Korean university. For programmes that require the equivalent of a UK Bachelors degree (2:1) you should have a Grade Point Average of of 3.2/4.0, 3.3/4.3 or 3.5/4.5. For programmes that require the equivalent of a UK Bachelors degree (2:2) you should have a Grade Point Average of 3.0/4.0 or 3.2/4.3 or 3.3/4.5. The minimum grade may vary depending on the university at which you studied, and from one subject to another. Relevant work experience may also be taken into account.
Master's Foundation Programme: If you do not meet these entry criteria then you may be eligible to apply for the London FoundationCampus Master's Foundation Programme (MFP). Students who successfully complete the MFP are welcome to apply for a range of postgraduate programmes at Birkbeck for the following intake.
Research degrees: we generally expect applicants to have a Suksa from a recognised South Korean university with at least a final GPA of 3.2/4.0, 3.3/4.3 or 3.5/4.5. A key consideration will be the quality of your research proposal. You must also meet our English Language proficiency requirements.

Popular programmes

Meet us in South Korea

We usually visit South Korea to meet prospective students at specific education events, usually once in October and once in March or April. Check our events calendar to see when we are visiting.

College representation in South Korea

We work with local representatives who offer prospective students advice on selecting a course, making an application, and securing a visa for study in the UK:
EDM Education (Seoul)
11F, Kyewon Building
32-7 Gwanchul-dong
Jongro-gu
Seoul
110-111
Tel: +82 2 562 5091
Web: www.edmedu.com
Check website for office in Gangnam
EDM Education (London)
Room 29-32
2nd Floor, Morley House
314-322 Regent Street
London
W1B 3BD
Tel: +44 (0)207 580 1521
E-mail: london@londonuhak.com
UK Education Network (UKEN)
6th Floor Hyunseok Building
897-2 Daechi Building
Gangnam-Gu
Seoul
135-280
Tel: +82 2 2052 1221
Email: uken@uken.co.kr
Web: www.uken.co.kr
UKEO (Central Office – Hongdae)
1401 LG Palace Building
165-8 Dongkyo-dong
Mapo-ku
Seoul
121-754
Tel: +82 2 3143 0380
Email: seoul@ukeducation.co.kr
Web: www.ukeducation.co.kr
Check website for office in Gangnam
School Guide (Seoul)
502-ho Jangyeoun Building
Yucksam-dong
Gangnam-gu
Seoul
135-080
Tel: +82 2 738 1723
Email: admin@schoolguide.co.kr
Web: www.schoolguide.co.kr
School Guide (London)
1st Floor, Hedges House
153-155 Regent Street
London
W1B 4JE
Tel: 020 7287 5100
Email: master@schoolguide.co.kr
Web: www.schoolguide.co.kr

Contact us

Matt Dean is responsible for enquiries and applications from South Korean students. If you have specific questions about studying at Birkbeck, or wish to arrange a discussion by Skype, email m.dean@bbk.ac.uk