DUAL DEGREE PROGRAM

Dividing time between GSIS and the University of Leuven, students can participate in the dual degree programs and obtain an additional degree, after 4 semesters of coursework of which 2 semesters are to be completed at GSIS.

GSIS students who have participated in this program and have fulfilled all its requirements will be granted the Master of European Studies or Master of International Politics degree from the Faculty of Social Sciences, KU Leuven along with the Master of International Studies degree from SNU GSIS.

Application Deadline

Around the end of January, each year
Application deadline for GSIS students who would like to apply for the Double Degree Program with KU Leuven is around the end of January each year.  Students interested in applying to this program must submit the Double Degree Program Application.

Required Documents for Dual Degree Program

  • Completed application form
  • A resume (CV)
  • A Study Plan (in English)
  • A Personal Statement (in English)
  • A copy of your Master’s transcript
  • A copy of your undergraduate degree and transcript
  • Two letters of recommendation from your professors or your former employers (Any format is available. These will be submitted to KU Leuven directly, and therefore, have to be sealed.)
  • English Test Results (TOEFL IBT: min. 100; or TOEIC: min. 850)
  • A copy of your identity card or passport
  • Letter of Recommendation from academic advisor (GSIS prescribed form)
  • Declaration of Commitment
* Applicants who have finished their 2nd semester should also submit the following form:
  “Confirmation of Advisor Approval for Applicants of Exchange Program in their Fourth Semester.”

Submission

Applicants are required to submit documents to the Office of International Cooperation (Room 303, Bldg.140-1).