Final call for student applications: Join the 11th Korea Arctic Academy in South Korea (7-12 July 2025) – apply by 25 April
The Korea Arctic Academy, hosted by the Korean Ministry of Oceans & Fisheries and co-organized by the Korea Maritime Institute (KMI) and the University of the Arctic (UArctic), invites students to participate in an enriching exchange programme / course in South Korea. This initiative aims to foster a shared Arctic vision by spreading knowledge on sustainable Arctic development, ocean management, and the understanding of Arctic indigenous peoples.
About the course in South Korea (7 - 12 July 2025)
The course features lectures n Arctic issues, delivered by international and Korean experts from Arctic-related organisations and research institutions in Korea.
- Price: FREE for students of Tampere University, including flight tickets to South Korea, accommodation in South Korea and all meals included in the course
- Language: English
- Level: Introductory
- Dates: 7 - 12 July 2025
- Organisers: Korea Maritime Institute and UArctic
- Course content: Topics include Arctic Policy, Sustainable Arctic, Arctic Science, Arctic Governance, Society Arctic, Arctic Science
- Additionally: Participants will also engage in cultural exchange activities, including traditional Korean experiences and collaborative workshops, as well as field visits to leading research institutions and industrial sites related to Arctic affairs
- Credits: Previously 2 ECTS were given, but no information is available regarding the 2025 course, please ask the organiser for more details
Eligibility criteria
- Accepted study levels: bachelor's, master's or doctoral (PhD) level students of Tampere University, with at least two years of bachelor's studies completed
- Open to students of all academic backgrounds
- Must be motivated to actively participate and enhance understanding of the Arctic and Korea
- Sufficient knowledge of English, both oral and written
How to apply by 25 April 2025
Submit the following documents as one PDF file to isabelle.guissard [at] uit.no (isabelle[dot]guissard[at]uit[dot]no)
- CV in English:
- Include your email address, degree programme at Tampere University, university name, mailing address and phone number
- A Europass template is recommended
- Motivation letter in English:
- Approximately 600 words/1 page
UArctic and KMI will make the final selection of admitted students on 30 April 2025, who will be informed immediately afterwards.
Questions?
Contact isabelle.guissard [at] uit.no (isabelle[dot]guissard[at]uit[dot]no) or check the attached flyer (visible in the intranet only)
