[Destination] Kyungki University (Korea)
[Study abroad period] August 2019 to January 8.
[Type of study abroad] Long-term study abroad at a partner university
Q.Scenes around the university
In the vicinity of the university, there are not only restaurants within walking distance, but also large supermarkets, entertainment facilities such as karaoke, libraries, etc., and an environment where you can do everything related to life.There are also many Japanese restaurants and shops that sell Japanese products.
Many Korean students do their school assignments and study for tests at cafes, and there are many cafes around universities.About a 20-minute walk from the university, there is a street called “Cafe Street” with countless stylish cafes.
A recommended chicken shop near the school
Q.Inside the university
The university grounds are very large, and it takes more than an hour to walk around the school.And there are so many slopes, just going from the dormitory to the classroom where classes are held is a little exercise.According to what I heard from my friends, not only the university I'm studying at, but almost all Korean universities have a lot of hills.Each building in the university has a café, and many students buy drinks at the café before going to class.
In addition, the learning environment is well-equipped, and the library on campus is open until midnight during normal times, and is open 12 hours a day during exam periods.I was very surprised that the test period was almost full no matter what time I went.
Long way to class (still half way up)
Q.Transportation within the city and fees
As for transportation within the city, there is a bus stop in front of the university, and if you take a bus from there, you can go almost anywhere.It takes about an hour by bus from my university to Seoul, and the fare is 3200₩ (about 300 yen), which is very cheap.One thing to keep in mind when riding a bus is that you basically have to use a transportation card (like suica in Japan) to ride the bus.You can also pay with cash, but change is often not prepared, and when you get off, you have to go all the way to the driver to pay, so when you get on the bus, buy a transportation card in advance before boarding. strongly recommended.
There is also a subway station near the school, and you can basically go anywhere even if you use the subway.It's a bit difficult to get on the bus, so I think it's safe to move by subway or train until you get used to it.