How to Study in Spain being from Korea: the most complete guide for your international educational adventure
In recent times, young people from Korea have chosen Spain as a destination for their higher studies. They come to Spain to pursue a university degree or a higher degree training cycle. And this choice is not just limited to Korean students! Spain also enthusiastically opens its doors to students from neighboring nations such as 🇯🇵Japan, 🇵🇭Philippines or 🇲🇾Malaysia. There are cultural and linguistic differences between both countries. But Spain offers a unique and exciting educational experience for you if you want to come to study in Spain as a Korean. Let's explore the reasons that make Spain a fascinating option:
Reasons to choose Spain if you are a Korean student
- Excellence in education: Spain has a solid academic tradition and is home to several internationally renowned universities.
- Breadth of academic programs: Spain offers a variety of academic programs in different disciplines.
- Cultural and heritage wealth: Spain has a rich cultural heritage, with numerous museums, historical sites and artistic expressions. Spanish culture is especially attractive to inhabitants of the other end of the globe.
- Gateway to Europe: Spain facilitates access to other European countries, expanding the possibilities of exploration.
- Climatic and geographical diversity: The Mediterranean climate is one of the mildest in the world, with very pleasant summers and winters.
- Enriching international experience: Studying in Spain provides the opportunity to connect with people from all over the world.
- Promising job prospects: Many students choose to stay in Spain after graduating. Spain offers a lot of employment for university graduates.
- World-renowned gastronomy: Like the renowned Korean cuisine, Spanish gastronomy is appreciated worldwide.
- Vibrant university life: University life in Spain is dynamic, with numerous extracurricular activities, clubs and events that complement the student experience.
Steps and documentation necessary to study in Spain as a Korean student
Asian students who aspire to study in Spain must meet general requirements to be admitted to a Spanish university. In general terms, it is required to have a qualification equivalent to the Spanish Baccalaureate. In many cases you will also need to pass a university entrance test, known as UNED Selectivity: the UNEDasiss Specific Competencies Tests.
- Legalization of the High School Diploma in Korea: for this, you must manage the legalization of the Korean High School Graduate title (고등학교). You will also have to complete the corresponding Hague Apostille process in your country.
- Professional from the Korean Secondary Degree to the Spanish Baccalaureate Degree: this process involves presenting a certified copy of the original degree. You will also present the grades from the last three years: 10, 11 and 12 of the Godeung Haggyo Jol-eop. In addition, a certified copy of the passport or identity document and the model 079 duly completed for university studies. Here You have explained, step by step, the requirements to validate the Baccalaureate degree in Spain.
- Request the UNEDasiss accreditation and registration in Specific Competence Tests PCE. These university entrance tests are in May and September and are recognized by Spanish universities to admit international students. You can prepare for these tests both in Korea and in Spain, but always with Luis Vives! You can choose from our training online o in-person or.
IMPORTANT! To present the PCE UNEDasiss tests, it is sufficient to have started the homologation process; It is not necessary to have received the definitive approval. You can estimate the approved Bachelor's grade from your Secondary School grade. In the South Korean educational system the scoring scale goes from 0 to 100, while in Spain it goes from 0 to 10. So, to know what approximate grade you will have in the homologation, it is enough to move the comma to the left once. For example, if you have an 87 on your Korean high school transcript, your high school grade approved in Spain will be 8,7. Maybe something minor, but never major.
We provide you with a real view of what your Secondary School degree will look like once it is approved for the Spanish Baccalaureate. Yes, it is not the best photo you will find on the web. But we wanted to show you the REAL aspect, it is the image provided by a student from our PCE UNEDasiss school :)
Other aspects to take into account when studying in Spain as a student from Korea
In addition to the requirements to study in Spain, you must take into account other issues:
- Student visa if you are from Korea: to study in Spain, you must apply for a visa at the Spanish Embassy in Seoul. You must prove your enrollment in a teaching center, your financial capacity, the home you will have in Spain and the absence of a criminal record.
- Cost of living in Spain: you must calculate the expenses related to your trip and stay in Spain. For this, you must include travel expenses, housing, maintenance, lifestyle and academic costs.
- Adaptation to the Spanish educational system: if you come from Korea, you will need to get used to our teaching and evaluation system. You will find quite a few differences.
If your great goal is to study in Spain while being from Korea, you can look for support networks to help you undertake this adventure. You can locate Korean communities in Spain or agents that facilitate the procedures and transition.
We assist you with everything you need to study in Spain as a Korean
At the Luis Vives Study Center we offer the preparation course for the PCE UNEDasiss Specific Competencies Tests. We also provide administrative, legal and academic advisory services, such as:
- Assistance in applying for study visa.
- Help with formalities upon arriving in Spain: housing, insurance, opening a bank account, contracting services, etc.
- Assistance for choose your UNEDasiss subjects.
- Support in the application process UNEDasiss accreditation.
- Information about universities in Madrid and throughout Spain, both public and private.
If you have already made the decision, it is crucial to start this path as soon as possible. You can start preparing for the PCE UNEDasiss tests and count on our help during your journey and learning. Don't hesitate to contact us! contact us!
