If you have questions about this program, email the program leader listed below.

Semiconductors in Korea

Program Details

The arrangements for the travel, housing, meals, excursions and course content of this program have been made by the leader. Questions about this program can only be answered by the program leader listed below.

Program Type Departmental
Program Location Seoul, Suwon, Geyongju, Busan, Daejeon, South Korea
Course # SA 10522
Duration Summer
Upcoming Program Dates
Summer 2025 05/11/25 to 05/24/25

Program Leader

Name Martin Byung-Guk Jun
Email jun25@purdue.edu
Click here to enroll in this program!
Please Note: Programs may be altered or adapted with little notice

Program Description

This course offers an opportunity to learn Korean culture and society while visiting leading semiconductors companies and research laboratories in one of the world's leading hubs for semiconductor technology--South Korea!

Gain firsthand exposure to cutting-edge developments in semiconductor research and manufacturing, engaging with both the academic and industrial sectors.

Explore and experience Korean culture and society visiting Gyeongbokgung Palace and Insa-dong in Seoul; Bulguksa in Gyeongju; Daejeon "Asia's Silicon Valley", and Suwon.

For information, please contact Professor Martin Byung-Guk Jun (mbgjun@purdue.edu) or Professor Huai-Rhin Kim (kimhr@purdue.edu).


Academic Credit

Earn 6 credits! ENGR49600 - 3CREDITS and KOR28200 - 3CREDITS

*KOR 28200 can be used as an elective for Korean minors and Asian American Studies minors. 

Eligibility

Preference is given to FYEs and Sophomores but all levels are encouraged to apply!

All students participating in a departmental program will complete a pre and post assessment as part of program completion.

Program Cost

Students pursuing program participation accept financial responsibility. Purdue will take measures to mitigate financial risks, although will not be liable for loss.

Estimated cost : $4700 which includes: hotels, ground transportation, daily breakfast, welcome and farewell dinners, cultural activities, academic credits and international health insurance. ADDITIONAL COST: airfare, some meals, passport, visa (If needed) and personal expenses.

Application Deadline

Students will be accepted on a rolling basis until the program reaches capacity, up to 20 spots are available!



Financial Aid

Purdue University financial aid may be applied to the costs of studying abroad. Students interested in receiving financial aid should

NOTE:  Recipients of certain tuition remission and scholarship programs should pay careful attention to the regulations for using those benefits for study abroad.  Ask your financial aid advisor about any limitations.

Click here for a list of scholarships and grants available to assist with the costs of studying overseas.