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    The Master of Arts in Inter-Asia NGO Studies (MAINS) is an 18-month graduate program offered by Inter-Asia Graduate School of NGO Studies at Sunkonghoe University. The multidisciplinary curriculum covers issues in social change, NGOs, and civil society from regional and global perspectives. The program is intended for those with experience in Asia's non-profit sector seeking leadership skills. Coursework includes core classes, electives, fieldwork, and a thesis. Scholarships are available and tuition is approximately $4,290 per quarter.

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    The Master of Arts in Inter-Asia NGO Studies (MAINS) is an 18-month graduate program offered by Inter-Asia Graduate School of NGO Studies at Sunkonghoe University. The multidisciplinary curriculum covers issues in social change, NGOs, and civil society from regional and global perspectives. The program is intended for those with experience in Asia's non-profit sector seeking leadership skills. Coursework includes core classes, electives, fieldwork, and a thesis. Scholarships are available and tuition is approximately $4,290 per quarter.

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    The Master of Arts in Inter-Asia NGO Studies (MAINS) is an 18-month graduate program offered by Inter-Asia Graduate School of NGO Studies at Sunkonghoe University. The multidisciplinary curriculum covers issues in social change, NGOs, and civil society from regional and global perspectives. The program is intended for those with experience in Asia's non-profit sector seeking leadership skills. Coursework includes core classes, electives, fieldwork, and a thesis. Scholarships are available and tuition is approximately $4,290 per quarter.

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    Inter-Asia Graduate School of NGO Studies

    Graduate School, Sunkonghoe University

    Master of Arts in Inter-Asia NGO Studies (MAINS)

    Course Description and Admission Guide

    March 2011
    About MAINS (The Master of Arts in Inter-Asia NGO Studies)

    The programme of Master of Arts in Inter-Asia NGO Studies started in 2007. Its
    multidisciplinary curriculum, integrating academic and practitioners’ training with
    dynamic changes occurring in Asia and the globe, is unique in the field of studies on social
    changes, non-governmental organizations and civil society. The curriculum covers a wide
    range of current issues from both regional and global perspectives, placing a special focus
    on the development of solidarity among civil society participants.

    MAINS is intended for the people who have been contributing or have the potential to
    contribute to a better understanding of or leading social changes in Asia. With academic
    and practical resources in SungKongHoe University, MAINS offers intensive and flexible
    preparation for those who seek leadership and skills for more just and equitable social
    changes in Asia.

    Admission

    Eligibility

    We welcome applicants with an undergraduate degree, preferably in social science, and


    with experiences generally in the non-profit or non-governmental sectors in Asia. We are
    looking for individuals with sensitivity to and involvement in issues such as the promotion
    of social change, human rights, democratization, local community development, solidarity
    across borders, and humanitarian aid in Asia.

    Documents Required

    - Completed and Signed Application Form


    - Official Transcript from the university previously attended (original & a photocopy)
    - Certificate of previous degree (original & a photocopy)
    - Two letters of recommendation (from two different persons)
    - TOEFL, IELTS or TOEIC test results (recommended)
    - Photocopy of passport
    - THREE 3.5cmx4.5cm identical colour photographs taken within the last six months
    with a white or light background. Printed digital pictures are not acceptable. (Only
    ONE needed for Korean citizens)
    - One paper, article, or report written by the applicant (Optional)
    - Family registration certificate (only for Chinese applicants)

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    Schedule for 2011

    Procedure Deadlines How to

    Submission of All Required Application


    10.18(Mon) – 11.19(Fri) by post mail
    Materials
    Announcement of Admission 12.3(Fri) on website

    Notification of Admission 12.6(Mon) - 12.10(Fri) by email

    Orientation February to be noticed


     Applicants must submit all required application and documents by post mail

     Completed application and materials should be sent by courier to the following


    address

    The office of Graduate School,

    Sunkonghoe University 4F Seoungyeonguan

    1-1 Hang-dong Guro-gu,

    Seoul Korea. 152-716

     Inquiry : asia@skhu.ac.kr / 82-2-2610-4125

     Application fee: 60,000 KRW (55 USD)

    - Should be transferred to the following account

    Korea Exchange Bank/159-22-00698-6/성공회대학교

    Curriculum

    Course nature
    The Master of Arts in Asian NGO Studies (MAINS) is an alternative social studies program
    taught in English with special reference with Asia. The program particularly encourages
    applications from Asian students and Korean citizens with experiences of non-
    governmental activities in Asia. MAINS offers an advanced and intensive programme, with
    teaching methods based on individual self-research, mutual learning by students and
    thematic approaches. Reading and writing as well as debating and interacting with field
    groups are strongly emphasized.

    Course structure
    MAINS is a 18-month, 5-quarter (including 6months for field work and thesis writing)
    program consisting of core courses, elective courses, and a thesis, making up a total of 24
    credits. On 5th semester, Students are allowed to return their home country and complete
    thesis. There is a particular theme given to each quarter as a synthesizing structure. Class

    2
    schedules run from one quarter to the next with a 10-day break in between. Quarters have a
    varied number of sessions. Some courses may be taught intensively by visiting lecturers.
    Courses combine lectures and student-led seminars.

    Core Courses
     Tutorials with academic director
     A Seminar on Asian NGOs
     Research Methodology and Thesis Writing
     Understanding / Experiencing in Korean Society
     Thesis Writing
     Internship
     Regional School

    Elective Courses
    * Not all elective courses are available each year.

     Culture, Society and Film


     Critical Peace Studies and International Relations
     Social Problems and Social Movements
     Global poverty
     NGO Management
     Politics of Development in Asia
     Democracy and Democratization in Asia
     Human Rights, Theory and Practice
     Conflict and Rebuilding Peace in Asia
     Korean Society and Its Change
     Modern Korean History and the Process of Past dealing
     Global Asia Feminism

    Special Program (non-credit courses)


     Korean Language

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    Thesis
    All students are required to write a thesis or an equivalent research report on a topic related
    to social changes and non-profit/governmental sectors in Asia. Applicants are strongly
    encouraged to define their research interests prior to the beginning of the program.
    Students are expected to start working on their thesis/report proposal from the first quarter,
    with the support of supervisors. In the third quarter, students should be able to defend their
    thesis/report proposal. The fourth quarter is devoted mostly to the thesis/report, including
    field work, data collecting, write-up and defence.

    Tuition, Scholarship and Other Expenses


    (The approximate exchange rate of US$1 = 1126 Korean Won)

    Full or partial scholarships may be given to qualified students. Those from developing
    countries in Asia have priority for scholarships.

    Approximate tuition and expenses:*

     Registration fee: 808,000 KRW (720 USD)

     Approximate tuition: 4,830,000 KRW (4290 USD) per quarter

     Minimum living cost: 400,000 KRW (360 USD) per month (12month)

     Dormitory cost: 300,000KRW (270 USD) per month (12month)

    * Amount can be changed under circumstances.

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    Faculty

    Dean of Graduate School


    Prof. Kim Dong Chun (tel +82-2-2610-4236, E-mail : dckim@skhu.ac.kr)

    Program Director of the MAINS

    Prof. Park Kyung Tae (2610-4235, E-mail : ktpark@skhu.ac.kr)

    Board of Teaching and Resource Persons

    Jin, Young-jong
    Cho, Hyo-Je
    Cho, Hee-yeon
    Hur, Sung-woo

    Administrative Officer of MAINS

    Ms. EJ LEE (tel +82-2-2610-4125, E-mail : asia@skhu.ac.kr)

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