Bachelor in Korean Music

Applications for the Sep 2027 intake are due by Apr 1, 2027, and the tuition fee is 7,832,000 KRW per year.

The Bachelor in Korean Music at Seoul National University is a 3-year program for students passionate about traditional Korean music. It offers a unique chance to study at a prestigious university in Seoul, South Korea, and graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Music.

Students will learn to play instruments like the gayageum, geomungo, and haegeum, and study music theory and composition. The program includes regular performances, seminars, and workshops, providing hands-on experience that helps students develop their artistic expression and technical proficiency.

Graduates can pursue careers as performers, composers, music educators, and researchers, finding opportunities in cultural institutions, music festivals, and educational settings. They may work as Music Teachers, Instrumentalists, or Music Directors, contributing to the global appreciation of Korean music.

Seoul National University, established in 1946, is South Korea's flagship national research university and hosts roughly 28,000 students, including a substantial international community. SNU offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate disciplines and is noted for high research output, extensive library resources and advanced laboratory facilities. The institution combines rigorous academics with opportunities for interdisciplinary study and global collaboration.

Campus life at SNU is designed to support student wellbeing and engagement, featuring modern dormitories with en-suite options, free shuttle services, multiple dining venues including vegetarian choices, and numerous student clubs. The university provides robust health services in partnership with SNU Hospital, Korean language programmes for international students, and a wide spectrum of cultural and recreational activities such as arts events and competitive sports.

SNU's strong academic reputation and industry connections make it a competitive choice for students pursuing research, technology, public policy and the arts, while its location in Seoul offers direct access to major corporations, start-up ecosystems and cultural institutions. International students benefit from exchange programmes, academic advising and a vibrant campus culture that balances scholarly rigor with practical opportunities and city life.