Seoul National University (SNU) is offering the ASEAN Smart City Professional Program for Fall 2025. This fully funded master’s scholarship targets professionals from ASEAN member states involved in smart city development. The program promotes knowledge and practical skills necessary to tackle urban sustainability challenges.
- 🌐 Funding: Fully Funded
- 🎓 University: Seoul National University (SNU)
- 📚 Degree Level: Masters
- 📖 Subjects: All Disciplines
- 🌍 Eligibility: International Students
- 📍 Location: South Korea
- 📅 Application Deadline: February 28, 2025
Designation
Fully Funded Master’s Scholarship
Table of Details
| Key Details | Information |
|---|---|
| University | Seoul National University (SNU) |
| Degree Level | Master’s Degree |
| Research Area | Smart City Development |
| Location | South Korea |
| Eligibility | International Students from ASEAN Member States |
| Scholarship Benefits | Full tuition waiver, monthly stipend, airfare support, health insurance |
| Application Deadline | February 28, 2025 |
Eligibility/Qualification
- Professional Background: Government officers or public university professionals with at least 3 years of experience in smart city-related fields.
- Academic Qualification: A bachelor’s degree or higher from a recognized institution.
- Nationality: Nationals of ASEAN member states (both the applicant and their parents must hold foreign citizenship).
- Additional Preference: Recommendations from the ASEAN Smart Cities Network (ASCN) will be prioritized.
- Exclusion: Applicants currently benefiting from similar scholarships are not eligible.
Description
The ASEAN Smart City Professional Program aims to equip professionals with knowledge and skills needed to address urbanization, sustainability, and technological innovation challenges. Hosted by SNU, it provides a blend of academic excellence and practical insights essential for smart city development.
Scholarship Benefits
- Tuition Fee Waiver: Full tuition exemption for up to 2 years.
- Monthly Stipend: $1,400 for living expenses.
- Settlement Fee: One-time payment of $300.
- Airfare: Round-trip airfare of up to $400 (economy class).
- Health Insurance: Coverage under Korean National Health Insurance.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit the following documents via email to grc@snu.ac.kr with a copy to connectivity@asean.org:
- Completed application form.
- Personal statement and study plan.
- Two letters of recommendation.
- Certificate of graduation or academic degree.
- Academic transcript.
- Copies of the applicant’s and parents’ passports.
- Proof of parent-child relationship (e.g., birth certificate).
- Data-driven smart city project proposal related to ASEAN and Korea.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV).
For detailed application guidelines and to download the application form, visit the official SNU GRC website.
Last Date for Application
February 28, 2025 (by 5:00 PM KST)
Don’t miss this opportunity to advance your career and contribute to the development of smart cities in ASEAN. Apply for the ASEAN Smart City Professional Program at SNU today!
