Program Overview

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Introduction to the Law School Program

The Law School at Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) offers a comprehensive program designed to foster exceptional legal professionals. The program is built on a rich history of academic excellence and a strong commitment to innovation.

Educational Objectives

• The program aims to cultivate talented individuals with a deep understanding of the law and its applications.
• It seeks to instill in students a strong sense of justice, ethical awareness, and the ability to critically analyze complex legal issues.
• The educational objectives are multifaceted, including the development of professional skills, legal knowledge, and personal character.

History of SKKU Law

SKKU has a long and distinguished history in legal education, with roots tracing back to 1895 - 1904 - 1905 - 1906 - 1910 - 1922 - 1929 - 1932 - 1934 - 1940 - 1944 - 1946 - 1953 - 1959 - 1961 - 1962 - 1963 - 1965 - 1967 - 1970 - 1971 - 1972 - 1973 - 1975 - 1977 - 1978 - 1979 - 1980 - 1981 - 1982 - 1983 - 1984 - 1985 - 1986 - 1987 - 1988 - 1989 - 1990 - 1991 - 1992 - 1993 - 1994 - 1995 - 1996 - 1997 - 1998 - 1999 - 2000 - 2001 - 2002 - 2003 - 2004 - 2005 - 2006 - 2007 - 2008 - 2009 - 2010 - 2011 - 2012 - 2013 - 2014 - 2015 - 2016 - 2017 - 2018 - 2019 - 2020 - 2021 - 2022 - 2023 - 2024.

Program Structure

The Law School offers various programs, including:

• Professional Master's Degree
• Professional Doctoral Degree
• Exchange student programs for both undergraduate and graduate students

Exchange Student Programs

Undergraduate Program

• The program provides students with the opportunity to study at participating universities in three major areas:
  • Introduction to the host country's legal and political system
  • Comparative law and comparative politics
  • Language education specialized in social sciences
• Students can earn credits by completing courses in these areas, with each course providing credits according to the host university's standards.
• Additionally, students can take international language courses offered by the host university.

Graduate Program

• The graduate exchange student program offers courses in two main areas:
  • East Asian Law Research 1 A/B: Comparative Law in East Asia
  • East Asian Law Research 2 A/B: "Jus Commune" (Common Law) in East Asia
• All graduate students participating in the Campus Asia program must take at least one of these courses.
• Upon completion of their study abroad period, all students must submit their academic achievements related to East Asian law.

Student Support

• Tuition waiver and living expenses scholarship are provided based on the academic exchange agreement between participating universities.
• Each university's international student office offers various support services for foreign students.
• Buddy programs, such as HI-Club, MAPLE, and FRIENDS at SKKU, are also available to support international students.
• Each exchange student can receive language support and other necessary assistance from a personal tutor.

Internship Opportunities

• Most long-term and some short-term exchange students will have the opportunity to participate in English-language internships at government agencies, companies, and NGOs.
• Various institutions, including Toyota Motor Korea, SK Energy, Chunichi Shimbun Beijing Branch, KOTRA, and Aichi Bar Association, provide internship opportunities for exchange students.

Language Education and Cultural Experience

• Exchange students learn English and the host country's language (Korean, Chinese, or Japanese) before and after their study abroad period.
• The language education aims to enhance students' abilities in three areas:
  • English for class discussions and lectures
  • Basic knowledge of the host country's language for accessing local culture and information
  • Ability to read and understand legal and political materials in the host country's language
• Field trips and cultural exchange programs are organized to provide students with opportunities to experience the local culture.

Campus Asia Program

The Campus Asia program is a consortium of three universities that aims to promote academic exchange and cooperation in the field of law and social sciences. The program includes:

• Introduction to the history and objectives of the Campus Asia program
• Information on participating universities and their programs
• Details on the application process and requirements
• Testimonials and experiences from past participants

Research Areas

The Law School at SKKU focuses on various research areas, including:

• Comparative law
• International law
• Constitutional law
• Civil law
• Criminal law
• Commercial law
• Intellectual property law
• Tax law
• Environmental law
• Labor law
• Social welfare law

Faculty Introduction

The Law School has a diverse and experienced faculty, including:

• Full-time professors
• HCR (Honorably Commissioned Research) professors
• Special lecturers
• Honorary professors
• Visiting professors

Affiliated Institutions

The Law School is affiliated with several institutions, including:

• Law Research Institute
• Global Science and Technology Law Research Institute
• East Asian Law and Politics Research Institute
• Legal Clinic
• Career Development Center

Community

The Law School community includes:

• Law School news
• Notices
• Important schedules
• Document download center

Introduction to SKKU

Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Korea, with a history dating back to 1398. The university is committed to academic excellence, innovation, and community engagement.

Campus Life

SKKU offers a vibrant campus life, with various facilities and services, including:

• Library
• Career support
• Language institute
• i-Campus
• Certificate issuance
• Webzine
• Transportation guide
• Campus map
• Phone directory