POSChemistryPohang University of Science and Technology · Pohang, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea

Program Overview

Degree: Master's
Duration: Not published
Tuition: To be confirmed
Fields: Chemistry

Application Cycle

Dates and tuition are specific to the 2027 intake

Application opens: Jul 6, 2026
Application deadline: Sep 11, 2026

Documents Required

Please check the official program website (link below) for specific writing guidelines

Personal statement

Published Score Requirements

Academic: Bachelor's degree; Must be completed before enrollment.
Prerequisites: Relevant academic background; The Department of Chemistry states that non-Korean nationals with a bachelor's degree in science or engineering from a Korean or foreign university may apply for its Master's Programs.
IELTS: 6.0 overall; One accepted English proficiency option; an institution-sealed certificate proving English as the medium of instruction may substitute.
TOEFL: 79 iBT; One accepted English proficiency option; an institution-sealed certificate proving English as the medium of instruction may substitute.

Historical admission data is not published.

Source

Visit the official program source

Required POSTECH-provided form.

Curriculum vitae

Free-form personal resume.

Master's degree certificate(s)

Optional

Optional for Master's applicants; include if applicable.

List of honors and awards

Optional

Optional; list undergraduate or graduate honors, awards, or fellowships.

Degree thesis

Optional

Optional.

Bachelor's degree certificate(s)

From every institution where a bachelor's degree was earned; an expected-graduation certificate is accepted for prospective graduates.

Applicant's and parents' proof of citizenship

Passport copies are recommended; notarized nationality documents or an alien-registration certificate may be used when a passport is unavailable.

Application photo

Required application material.

English proficiency evidence

Official English test score report or institution-sealed proof that the degree was taught in English; listed exemptions apply.

Recommendation letters x 2

From two academic faculty members or supervisors; each recommender submits the provided form directly to POSTECH Admissions.

Research plan

Required POSTECH-provided form.

Official transcript(s)

From every undergraduate and graduate institution attended; original documents with the institution's official seal and signature. Apostille or consular verification is required.

Master's degree transcript(s)

Optional

Optional for Master's applicants; include if applicable.