Inha University

Inha University is a private university located in Incheon, the second largest port in Korea on the west coast with a population of 2.5 million and only 30 kilometres away from Seoul. Inha University offers a wide range of faculties across 12 colleges, and is currently home to about 16,300 undergraduates and 2,700 graduates.

School’s Main Website | International students’ guidebook

GPA requirement:

NIL

Language of instruction:

Korean, English

Flying Chalks’ tip: Do note that even for classes indicated as being taught in English, professors may choose to teach in Korean instead for various reasons (own preference, cater to the English standards of Korean students etc). It is advisable to check out the classes at the start of the semester, and plan more course options as a backup plan. 

Courses:

More information on course descriptions can be found here!

Korean language courses
Students may choose to take “Basic Korean”, “Intermediate Korean” or the “Advanced Korean” class.

Course registration process:
Registration for courses is via the Fastest-Fingers-First system on the start of the application date.

Flying Chalks’ tips:

• In most Korean universities, professors have the authority to accept students into their class even though it might appear as fully enrolled on the university’s online course registration system.

In addition, professors are usually more understanding towards exchange students’ demands. Having said that, do not bet all your hopes on it!

• As Korean websites tend to require certain plug-ins not used in other parts of the world, it would be good to use Internet Explorer which supports these plug-ins. Browsers like Google Chrome or Firefox may not support the plug-ins needed for the websites to run. 

Attendance policy:

Inha University’s academic regulations mandate a class attendance of at least 70% to earn a passing grade. However, professors have the authority to enforce a different attendance policy and in such cases, students should follow the professors’ guidelines.

Campus map:

Inha University's campus map can be found here!

Selected facilities:

Fitness Center: Students staying on-campus can access the fitness centre situated in their dormitory building.

Female-only student lounge: A lounge exclusive to female students and established to provide a secure environment for female students to hang out with friends or have a rest.

Student Life Research Center: The Center conducts counselling, psychology tests, and research activities to help students better understand themselves. It conducts about 20 tests that include the integrated aptitude test, ethologic test, IQ test, Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI), temper test, MBTI, and projective technique tests such as TAT, BGT, RORSCHACH, DAP, and SCT.

Reservation is required for these tests and you can find out more information by visiting the Student Life Research Center Counselling Information Office in room #507, 5th floor of the Student Center. You may also choose to contact the office at (032) 860-8262~3, or darmawon@inha.ac.kr.

Facilities in the Student Center (Building No.7)

Food on campus:

Apart from the mini stores and cafés, students usually head to the following places for their meals on campus:

Student Cafeteria
Location: 2^nd floor of the Student Union Building
Price: KRW $2,000 - $4,000 [Set menu only]

West Building Restaurant
Location: 1^st floor of the West Building
Price for buffet lunch:  KWR $1,000 - $4,000 [each item is priced separately]
Price for dinner: KRW $2,500 [Set menu only]

Campus transportation:

The school is relatively small and there is no need for campus transportation.

While campus life may not be as bustling as some of those located in Seoul, Inha University also has its own line-up of festivals and activities to keep its students entertained!

Orientation program:

You will first be welcomed to the school through a mandatory one-day orientation program where you can learn how to sign up for classes, apply for alien registration card & student ID card, use the INS (Inha Network System) etc.

Buddy program:

Inha University has a buddy program where upon successful sign-up, you will be paired with a Korean Inha student. You will receive an email from the school informing you more on the program and the sign-up process about 1-2 months before the start of the semester. 

Student clubs:

Inha University has more than 100 student clubs and voluntary organisations that allow its students to enjoy a richer campus life.

For the full list of student clubs, click here!

University events:

Inha University celebrates has 2 main festivals, namely:

Grand Cooperation Festival
This is Inha University’s highlight festival where all colleges, departments and student clubs hold various events such as cultural performances, seminars and exhibitions for the celebration.

Flying Dragon Athletics Festival
The Flying Dragon Athletics Festival is a two-week festival held in autumn. During this period, students can enjoy various sporting games such as basketball, soccer, dodge-ball and relay games, in addition to academic events.

Incheon, where Inha University is located, is one of the largest cities in Korea in terms of its population size. With the introduction of the high tech and futuristic New Songdo City, Incheon continues to be a dynamic city undergoing rapid economic and cultural changes.

For a detailed list of the shops around Inha University, click here!

For food:

There are eateries around Inha University’s rear gate that are pretty affordable and delicious!

For nightlife and entertainment:

You will be able to find several bars around Inha University’s rear gate for a couple of drinks.

Flying Chalks’ recommendation:
The “Hands Up” bar is highly popular with Inha students, attracting both local and international students alike!

For the “real deal”, students would usually head to Seoul for a whole night’s out of partying!

Flying Chalks’ recommendations:

• Sinchon and Hongdae are places famed for its nightlife and entertainment. It mainly caters to the younger, hipster crowd.
• Gangnam is another place famed for its nightlife and entertainment, which also received global recognition when Korean artiste Psy’s MV “Gangnam Style” went viral. As compared to Hongdae, it mainly caters to the working and more sophisticated crowd.

For those looking for a nightlife and entertainment area that features a more international crowd, Itaewon will be the place for you!  

For daily necessities and groceries:

For daily necessities and groceries, students usually head to the “Homeplus” hypermarket near the university main gate. For cheap household items and plasticware, you can also head to “Daiso” located near the Juan Subway station!

For shopping:

Flying Chalks’ recommendation: Bupyeong Underground Shopping Center is one of the largest underground shopping centers in Korea with over 1,400 shops selling everything from clothes and bags, to shoes and accessories!

The closest subway station to the university is Juan station (Line 1).

Getting from Incheon airport to Inha University:

By Subway

Take the subway at Incheon International Airport to Gyeyang station
At Gyeyang station, transfer to Incheon metro and alight at Bupyeong station
At Bupyeong station, transfer to Line 1 subway and alight at Juan station
Take the no. 2 exit and board bus no. 511 or take the free shuttle bus* to Inha University
The entire journey is estimated to take about 1.5 hours.

Taking the free shuttle bus:

The bus-stop is located on the left side of Juan Station Southern Square (in the direction of Hankook Gosi Academy). The free shuttle bus service runs Monday through Friday, except during vacations.

The shuttle bus service schedule can be found here!

Private Pickup Service

Inha University has contracted a company, “AIRHELP CENTER INT’L” to provide pick-up service from the airport to the campus.
The fare is about KRW $75,000 and online reservation can be made here!

By Limousine Bus

The limousine bus offers a comfortable and relatively inexpensive ride to various places, including that of Seoul.  Passengers can get information about its services and ticketing at the following ticket booths located outside the airport’s Arrival floor:

Exit 4 and 9 (indoors)
Exit 4, 6, 7, 8, 11, 13, and 9C (outdoors)

Directions: Board the Samwhan Limousine Bus at bus stop “4A” or “10A” and it will take you to Juan station (Line 1 Subway). The journey will take about 60 minutes and from there, you will be able to take the free shuttle bus or public bus no. 511 to Inha University.

For more information, please click here and here! 

By Taxi

Taxi is by far the most convenient way of getting from the airport to the campus (especially when you have lots of luggage) but is also the most expensive. The fare of a regular taxi will set you back about KRW $50,000.