Inter-Asia Graduate School of NGO Studies

Graduate School, Sunkonghoe University

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Master of Arts in Inter-Asia NGO Studies (MAINS)

Course Description and Admission Guide

March 2011

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About MAINS (The Master of Arts in Inter-Asia NGO Studies)

The programme of Master of Arts in Inter-Asia NGO Studies started in 2007. Its

multidisciplinary curriculum, integrating academic and practitioners training with

dynamic changes occurring in Asia and the globe, is unique in the field of studies on social

changes, non-governmental organizations and civil society. The curriculum covers a wide

range of current issues from both regional and global perspectives, placing a special focus

on the development of solidarity among civil society participants.

MAINS is intended for the people who have been contributing or have the potential to

contribute to a better understanding of or leading social changes in Asia. With academic

and practical resources in SungKongHoe University, MAINS offers intensive and flexible

preparation for those who seek leadership and skills for more just and equitable social

changes in Asia.

Admission

Eligibility

We welcome applicants with an undergraduate degree, preferably in social science, and

with experiences generally in the non-profit or non-governmental sectors in Asia. We are

looking for individuals with sensitivity to and involvement in issues such as the promotion

of social change, human rights, democratization, local community development, solidarity

across borders, and humanitarian aid in Asia.

Documents Required

- Completed and Signed Application Form

- Official Transcript from the university previously attended (original & a photocopy)

- Certificate of previous degree (original & a photocopy)

- Two letters of recommendation (from two different persons)

- TOEFL, IELTS or TOEIC test results (recommended)

- Photocopy of passport

- THREE 3.5cmx4.5cm identical colour photographs taken within the last six months

with a white or light background. Printed digital pictures are not acceptable. (Only

ONE needed for Korean citizens)

- One paper, article, or report written by the applicant (Optional)

- Family registration certificate (only for Chinese applicants)

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Schedule for 2011

Procedure Deadlines How to

Submission of All Required Application

Materials 10.18(Mon) 11.19(Fri) by post mail

Announcement of Admission 12.3(Fri) on website

Notification of Admission 12.6(Mon) - 12.10(Fri) by email

Orientation February to be noticed

Applicants must submit all required application and documents by post mail

Completed application and materials should be sent by courier to the following

address

The office of Graduate School,

Sunkonghoe University 4F Seoungyeonguan

1-1 Hang-dong Guro-gu,

Seoul Korea. 152-716

Inquiry : asia@skhu.ac.kr / 82-2-2610-4125

Application fee: 60,000 KRW (55 USD)

- Should be transferred to the following account

Korea Exchange Bank/159-22-00698-6/

Curriculum

Course nature

The Master of Arts in Asian NGO Studies (MAINS) is an alternative social studies program

taught in English with special reference with Asia. The program particularly encourages

applications from Asian students and Korean citizens with experiences of non-

governmental activities in Asia. MAINS offers an advanced and intensive programme, with

teaching methods based on individual self-research, mutual learning by students and

thematic approaches. Reading and writing as well as debating and interacting with field

groups are strongly emphasized.

Course structure

MAINS is a 18-month, 5-quarter (including 6months for field work and thesis writing)

program consisting of core courses, elective courses, and a thesis, making up a total of 24

credits. On 5th semester, Students are allowed to return their home country and complete

thesis. There is a particular theme given to each quarter as a synthesizing structure. Class

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schedules run from one quarter to the next with a 10-day break in between. Quarters have a

varied number of sessions. Some courses may be taught intensively by visiting lecturers.

Courses combine lectures and student-led seminars.

Core Courses

Tutorials with academic director

A Seminar on Asian NGOs

Research Methodology and Thesis Writing

Understanding / Experiencing in Korean Society

Thesis Writing

Internship

Regional School

Elective Courses

* Not all elective courses are available each year.

Culture, Society and Film

Critical Peace Studies and International Relations

Social Problems and Social Movements

Global poverty

NGO Management

Politics of Development in Asia

Democracy and Democratization in Asia

Human Rights, Theory and Practice

Conflict and Rebuilding Peace in Asia

Korean Society and Its Change

Modern Korean History and the Process of Past dealing

Global Asia Feminism

Special Program (non-credit courses)

Korean Language

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Thesis

All students are required to write a thesis or an equivalent research report on a topic related

to social changes and non-profit/governmental sectors in Asia. Applicants are strongly

encouraged to define their research interests prior to the beginning of the program.

Students are expected to start working on their thesis/report proposal from the first quarter,

with the support of supervisors. In the third quarter, students should be able to defend their

thesis/report proposal. The fourth quarter is devoted mostly to the thesis/report, including

field work, data collecting, write-up and defence.

Tuition, Scholarship and Other Expenses

(The approximate exchange rate of US$1 = 1126 Korean Won)

Full or partial scholarships may be given to qualified students. Those from developing

countries in Asia have priority for scholarships.

Approximate tuition and expenses:*

Registration fee: 808,000 KRW (720 USD)

Approximate tuition: 4,830,000 KRW (4290 USD) per quarter

Minimum living cost: 400,000 KRW (360 USD) per month (12month)

Dormitory cost: 300,000KRW (270 USD) per month (12month)

* Amount can be changed under circumstances.

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Faculty

Dean of Graduate School

Prof. Kim Dong Chun (tel +82-2-2610-4236, E-mail : dckim@skhu.ac.kr)

Program Director of the MAINS

Prof. Park Kyung Tae (2610-4235, E-mail : ktpark@skhu.ac.kr)

Board of Teaching and Resource Persons

Jin, Young-jong

Cho, Hyo-Je

Cho, Hee-yeon

Hur, Sung-woo

Administrative Officer of MAINS

Ms. EJ LEE (tel +82-2-2610-4125, E-mail : asia@skhu.ac.kr)