Program Overview

Introduction to the Graduate School of Next-Generation Secondary Batteries

The Graduate School of Next-Generation Secondary Batteries at the University of Ulsan is dedicated to driving innovation in the field of secondary batteries, a crucial technology for the 21st century energy industry. With a focus on high-capacity and high-safety battery technologies, the school aims to accelerate the transition towards an eco-friendly energy society.

Mission and Education Goals

The mission of the Graduate School of Next-Generation Secondary Batteries is to cultivate global leaders in the battery industry by providing cutting-edge education and research that integrates materials, processes, and system technologies. The school's education goals include:

• Cultivating highly skilled professionals who will lead the research and development of next-generation secondary battery technologies
• Delivering innovative energy solutions through interdisciplinary approaches and integrative thinking
• Strengthening collaboration between academia and industry to provide practice-oriented education and research

Organization and Directions

The Graduate School of Next-Generation Secondary Batteries is located at the University of Ulsan, with the following address: 50m: 93, 23 204 (Academic Affairs Office, College of Convergence), Building No.23, University of Ulsan, 93 Daehak-ro, Nam-gu, Ulsan, Republic of Korea

Admission

The school offers a master's program with the following admission criteria:

• Online application period: Monday, 29th December 2025 - Friday, 9th January 2026 (extended until Sunday, 18th January 2026)
• Online (ZOOM) interview: Wednesday, 21st January 2026
• Document submission address: Announcement of successful applicants: Wednesday, 4th February 2026
• Deadline for submission of documents: By Wednesday, 21st January 2026

Curriculum

The Graduate School of Next-Generation Secondary Batteries offers a range of courses, including:

• Non-Lithium Secondary Batteries (Major Elective, 3 credits)
• Recycling and Reuse of Used Batteries (Major Elective, 3 credits)
• Next-Generation Battery Materials and Technology (Major Required, 3 credits)
• Advanced Topics in Next-Generation Batteries (Major Elective, 3 credits)
• Battery Production and Performance Evaluation (Major Required, 3 credits)
• Battery Safety (Major Elective, 3 credits)
• Battery Management System Engineering (Major Elective, 3 credits)
• Advanced Electrochemistry of Secondary Battery (Major Required, 3 credits)
• Advanced Material Chemistry of Secondary Battery (Major Elective, 3 credits)
• Analysis of Secondary Battery Materials (Major Required, 3 credits)

Scholarships

The school offers various scholarships, including:

1. Admission Fee: Fully waived (715,000 KRW)
2. Tuition Fee: Fully waived for 2 years (4,109,000 KRW per semester based on the 2025 academic year)
3. Living Support Allowance: 800,000 KRW per month
4. Dormitory Fee (including meals on weekdays): Fully covered

Courses and Course Registration

Course registration is done through the UWINS website. Students can access the website, enter their ID and password, and click on "Graduate School Course Registration" to register for courses.

Leave of Absence and Return

Students can apply for a leave of absence or return to school through the UWINS website. The application process involves:

1. Accessing the UWINS website
2. Entering ID and password
3. Clicking on "Academic Status Change"
4. Clicking on "Leave of Absence / Return to School"
5. Completing the required details and printing the application form
6. Obtaining signatures from the student and major supervising professor
7. Submitting the form to the Graduate School Administration Office

Graduation

The graduation requirements include:

• Program duration: 2 years
• Credits required for program completion: 28 credits (Thesis Option), 34 credits (Non-Thesis Option)
• Cumulative GPA: 3.00 or higher
• Completion of 100 hours of Korean language courses

Academic Calendar

The academic calendar includes:

• Spring semester: March 1 - August 31
• Autumn semester: September 1 - February 28

Announcements

The school makes various announcements, including:

• 2026 Spring UOU WSU Graduate School Additional Admission
• Notice for WSU Program Additional Round Applicants
• Notice of Temporary Suspension of Admission Service
• Notice of Extension for the Autumn 2025 WSU Program Admission Application Period

QnA

The school provides a QnA section for frequently asked questions, including:

• Admission requirements
• Course registration
• Scholarships
• Leave of absence and return
• Graduation requirements