Ajou University: Suwon - Ajou International Summer School

 Ajou University, a leading research university in Korea, welcomes international exchange students and individual applicants to Ajou International Summer School (AISS), a comprehensive short-term study abroad package for studies, cultural workshops, trips and social activities. It offers an unique opportunity for international students to experience Korean culture and tradition while taking courses during the summer.

AISS is a 6-week international summer school in the field of Korean Studies, Asian studies, International Studies and Business Administration taught in English. In addition to courses offered with transferable credits, there are also special social and cultural activities, language programs, and other exciting events for students to learn about Korean culture during the summer vacation. A three-day field trip to Jeju Island (World Heritage) is offered to all participants prior to the official start of the program. This allows the multinational students to experience Korean nature and culture while building close friendships. AISS also provides a weekly Korean Culture Workshop where all students can learn Taekwondo (Korean martial art), traditional music, paper art and pottery making in the morning, and visit global Korean companies or historical and cultural sites in Korea in the afternoon.