| Course Level: | Doctorate | |
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| Course Program: | Art & Humanities | |
| Course Duration: | 2 Years | |
| Course Language | English | |
| Required Degree | Master’s Degree | |
| First Year Total Fees: | $ 1950(₹ 162000) | |
| Total Course Fees: | $ 3900(₹ 324000) | |
Choosing a PhD in Dance at Korea National Sport University (KNSU) offers an exceptional opportunity to study in one of Asia’s leading institutions for sports and performing arts. KNSU provides a unique blend of artistic excellence and scientific research, fostering innovation in dance education, performance, and movement analysis. Students benefit from world-class facilities, interdisciplinary collaboration, and guidance from renowned faculty members. The program emphasizes creative research, cultural exchange, and professional development, preparing graduates to become global leaders in dance scholarship, choreography, and pedagogy while contributing to the advancement of contemporary and traditional dance practices.
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Details |
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Program Name |
PhD in Dance |
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Degree Awarded |
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Dance |
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Course Duration |
3–4 years (full-time) |
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Language of Instruction |
Korean (some courses may be offered in English) |
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Yearly Tuition Fees |
Approximately 5,000,000–6,000,000 KRW per year |
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Total Tuition Fees |
Approximately 15,000,000–18,000,000 KRW (for 3 years) |
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Total Program Cost |
Around 20,000,000–25,000,000 KRW (including living and research expenses) |
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Eligibility |
Master’s degree in Dance or related field from a recognized institution |
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Admission Requirements |
Application form, academic transcripts, research proposal, letters of recommendation, language proficiency (TOPIK or English test), and interview |
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Application Intake |
Usually March (Spring) and September (Fall) |
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Scholarship |
Available for outstanding international students (tuition reduction or full waiver through KNSU or Korean Government Scholarship Program – KGSP) |
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Career Prospects |
University professor, dance researcher, choreographer, cultural arts consultant, professional performer, or arts administrator |
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Curriculum Structure |
Core courses in dance theory, performance studies, research methodology, and choreography; electives; dissertation research and defense |
