Study in South Korea

Fast-growing English-taught programmes, spring and autumn intakes, and up to two years to look for work.

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Main intakes: March and September
Visa: Study visa (D-2)
Applying: Directly to each university
Work: With permission; hours depend on level and Korean
After graduating: Job-seeking visa (D-10-1), up to 2 years
Housing: Most students start in university dormitories

Checked against official sources on 31 October 2026. Information only, not immigration advice.

Studying in South Korea

Korean universities admit international students twice a year, in March and September, and you apply directly to each university. Many offer scholarships, and learning some Korean (TOPIK) helps with work and daily life.

How applications work

Apply directly to each university. For March starts, applications usually run from September to November; for September starts, from April to June.

Getting your visa

With your admission letter you apply for a D-2 study visa at the Korean embassy in your country. Each embassy sets the documents and financial proof it needs, so check with yours.

Working and staying on

You need permission from immigration before you work part time, and the hours you can work depend on your level of study, your Korean language level and your university. After graduating you can apply for a job-seeking visa (D-10-1), granted in six-month steps for up to two years.

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Information only, not immigration advice. Last checked: 31 October 2026.

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