13/08/2025
I hope this message finds you well.
I wanted to share an exceptional postgraduate opportunity at Yeungnam University, a prestigious private research university located in Gyeongsan, just outside Daegu, South Korea. Founded in 1967, Yeungnam University is known for its expansive, green campus and offers a wide range of graduate programs, including Master’s, PhD, and integrated degree pathways. With robust research infrastructure and a strong global academic presence, it is an excellent choice for students seeking high-quality academic and cultural experiences.
One of its flagship initiatives, the Park Chung Hee School of Policy and Saemaul (PSPS), is currently offering a fully funded Master’s program - exclusively for students from New Zealand - focused on Saemaul Studies and International Development. This program is designed for students passionate about global development, community empowerment, and public leadership. All courses are taught entirely in English.
Scholarship benefits for New Zealand students include:
• Full tuition and admission fees
• A monthly living stipend of 1,000,000 KRW (approximately $1,200 NZD) for 12 months
Eligibility requirements:
Applicants must:
• Have completed 12 years of formal education (elementary, middle, and high school or equivalent) prior to undergraduate studies
• Hold a bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution, equivalent to a 4-year Korean bachelor’s degree
• Demonstrate a high level of proficiency in English
• Be in good physical and mental health
Program details:
• Master’s programs require full-time study with all coursework conducted in English
• Students can graduate in as little as 18 months, with a mandatory one-year residency in Korea
• Available degree tracks include:
Saemaul and International Development
• Master of Saemaul Development Studies (MSDS)
• Master of Arts in Saemaul International Development (MA/SID)
• Master of Public Policy and Saemaul (MPPS)
Saemaul and Economic Development
• Master of Arts in Saemaul International Development (MA/SID)
• Master of Arts in Applied Economics (MA/AE)
• Master of Arts in Administrative Management (MA/AM)
Public Policy and Leadership
• Master of Arts in Development Economics (MA/DE)
• Master of Public Policy (MPP)
Sustainable Development
• Forest and Environmental Policy – Master of Public Policy (MPP), Master of Public Administration (MPA), or Master of Science (MS)
• Water Resources Management – Master of Public Policy (MPP) or Master of Science (MS)
Full program details can be found here: https://psps.yu.ac.kr/psps/main.do
If you know of any eligible New Zealand students who may be interested, I would be truly grateful if you could share this opportunity with them or direct them to me. I am happy to provide further details or answer any questions.
You can reach me at shinehee7@gmail.com or on 027 888 9927.
Kind regards,
Hazel Park
