Course Description: South Korea Tech & STEM Study Tour Programme (Groups)

🧪 Korea Tech & STEM Programme in Seoul, Busan, Jeonju & Gyeongju

Experience cutting-edge technology and centuries of culture across Seoul, Busan, Jeonju, and Gyeongju. Over 2 weeks, students combine university-based STEM workshops, industry visits, and iconic cultural excursions—all in a fully supported group format.

⭐ Key Facts

• Type: Group (minimum 10 students) • Ages: 12–18 • Duration: 2 weeks

• Locations: Seoul • Busan • Jeonju • Gyeongju

• Teaching sites: Sessions at leading universities (examples include top-ranked Seoul institutions)

• Accommodation: 3 star hotels, 2–4 students/room (group leaders in single rooms)

• Meals: Three meals/day (Korean specialties + international options)

• Supervision: 24/7 pastoral care (counsellor ratio 1:15)

• Outcomes: Certificate of Completion + personalised STEM report

📚 Programme Highlights

• STEM workshops & labs: Hands-on sessions in science, engineering, and technology at university/partner classrooms

• Industry visits: Explore global tech leaders’ labs and visitor centres to see real-world STEM in action

• Innovation & future tech: Smart cities, nationwide 5G, and research facilities that showcase Korea’s tech leadership

• Cross-cultural collaboration: Team STEM challenges that develop problem-solving, critical thinking, and presentation skills

🗓 Daily Routine (guide)

• Mornings: STEM classes and practical workshops at universities/centres

• Afternoons: Company visits, science museums, innovation hubs, and cultural tours

• Evenings: Cultural activities, local dinners, night markets, and structured free time with peers

🗺️ Key Excursions & Activities

Seoul: Innovation museum/tech visitor centre • National science museum • Historic districts and markets

Busan: Haeundae Beach • Gamcheon Culture Village

Gyeongju: UNESCO World Heritage sites, royal tombs, and historic temples

Jeonju: Traditional hanok village and craft workshops

Tech immersion: Learn how Korea pioneered a nationwide 5G network and explore smart-city applications

🛏 Accommodation & Meals

• Modern 3 star hotels with safe, comfortable environments; students share twin–quad rooms; leaders in singles

• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided daily; dietary needs accommodated with advance notice

✅ What’s Included

• Hotel accommodation (shared) and all meals

• Academic STEM lessons, workshops, and course materials

• Excursions, cultural visits, and intercity transportation

• Evening social and cultural activities

• 24/7 supervision by experienced managers/counsellors (ratio 1:15)

• Welcome kit (T-shirt, notebook, water bottle)

• Certificate of Completion and personalised STEM report

🚫 Not Included

• International airfare • Visa • Insurance • Translation services (if required)

🎓 Certificates & Awards

• Certificate of Completion

• Personalised STEM academic report highlighting skills in technology and innovation

• Awards for top performance in the final STEM Challenge Showcase

Why this programme: South Korea offers a future-ready STEM immersion—learn in world-class university settings, visit major tech companies, and engage deeply with a culture that blends innovation and tradition.