All students admitted through an admission officer system Undeclared major system for all freshmen
Science & Technology Major Discovery Camp, Mueunjae School of Undergraduate Studies
POSTECH was the first in Korea to adopt an admission officer system, evaluating students’ potential not only on scholastic aptitude, but on diverse factors and perspectives. To deepen students’ understanding of academic fields, research, and career paths in science and engineering, POSTECH invites talented high school students to participate in the Science & Technology Major Discovery Camp every summer and winter break. Since 2018, the Mueunjae School of Undergraduate Studies has admitted all incoming freshmen as undeclared majors, allowing for a smoother transition to university life and offering time to explore academic departments before choosing a major.
No boundaries across disciplines, time, or space
Convergence Education, SES Program, OC Semester System
The POSTECH Open Curriculum offers students the freedom to customize tracks based their needs and in selecting a major. This flexibility allows students to combine various fields of study and design diverse career paths. Additionally, POSTECH provides apprenticeship programs such as the Summer Experience in Society (SES) Program, which provides on-the-job experiences and the Off-Campus (OC) Semester, allowing students to complete a semester outside the university.
Open Curriculum / School of Convergence Science and Technology
Major pillar of educational innovation of POSTECH 2.0
- Education without boundaries across disciplines, with self-designed curriculum
- Flexible, interdisciplinary convergence major tracks
- Strengthening educational competitiveness with POSTECH's unique and distinct programs
Entrepreneurship Support Programs
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Empowerment
Startup seminars, programs organized by student entrepreneurship groups APGC-Lab and Tech-Review. -
Entrepreneurship Education
Training to build entrepreneurial capacity, domestic and international market exploration, and JTBD innovation education -
Idea Generation and Refinement
Pohang Startup Club, POSTECH Startup Competition -
Start-up Establishment and Growth Support
Support for participation in international startup fairs, follow-up growth assistance
Pathfinder Program
CES, Nobel Week
Pathfinder Program is a grant that supports students in becoming global leaders in science and technology through vouchers for self-driven learning activities. Starting in 2024, incoming undergraduates will receive KRW 10 million to participate in academic events, world culture explorations, short-term studies abroad, and entrepreneurial activities. Key opportunities include the Consumer Electronics Show (U.S.) for experiencing cutting-edge technology and networking, and Nobel Week (Sweden), offering lectures by Nobel laureates and activities tied to the Nobel Prize award ceremony.
Voucher program
- University or department-designed educational programs : Study abroad, Summer/Winter Sessions, Nobel Week, CES, etc.
- Team or individually designed activities : Domestic and international academic events and training, world culture exploration, science and technology exhibitions, entrepreneurship activities, etc.
Entrepreneurship Courses and Support Programs
Interdisciplinary Minor in Entrepreneurship and Startup Bachelor's Program
POSTECH actively supports student startups through a strong foundation in entrepreneurship. The Entrepreneurship minor combines major-specific knowledge with business and entrepreneurship education, offering tailored training for aspiring startup founders at various levels. Students can benefit from programs like the Entrepreneurship Leave of Absence, Entrepreneurship Credit System, and Entrepreneurship Credit Exchange. These initiatives provide comprehensive support, including motivation, entrepreneurial education, and ongoing assistance to help grow their businesses.