| Course Level: | Master's | |
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| Course Duration: | 2 Years | |
| Course Language | English | |
| Required Degree | 3 Year Bachelor’s Degree | |
Pursuing an MS in Gerontological Nursing at Korea University offers a unique opportunity to specialize in elderly care in one of Asia’s leading healthcare and research environments. Korea University provides cutting-edge facilities, experienced faculty, and a strong focus on evidence-based practice, preparing graduates to address the complex health needs of an aging population. With South Korea’s rapidly growing elderly demographic, this program equips students with advanced clinical, leadership, and research skills to improve quality of life for older adults. Additionally, the university’s global reputation, collaborative learning environment, and career opportunities make it an excellent choice for aspiring gerontological nursing leaders.
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Program Name |
Master of Science (MS) in Gerontological Nursing |
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Degree Awarded |
MS in Nursing (Specialization in Gerontological Nursing) |
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Course Duration |
2 years (4 semesters) |
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Language of Instruction |
English / Korean (depending on course selection) |
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Yearly Tuition Fees |
USD 7,000 – 8,000 (approx. KRW 9–10 million) |
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Total Tuition Fees |
USD 14,000 – 16,000 for 2 years |
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Total Program Cost |
USD 18,000 – 22,000 (including living expenses) |
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Eligibility |
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN or equivalent); RN license preferred; minimum GPA requirements |
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Admission Requirements |
Online application, transcripts, degree certificate, English proficiency test (TOEFL/IELTS) or TOPIK for Korean track, statement of purpose, recommendation letters, interview |
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Application Intake |
Spring (March) and Fall (September) semesters |
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Scholarship |
Korea University Graduate School Scholarships, Global Korea Scholarship (GKS), research assistantships, tuition waivers |
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Career Prospects |
Advanced practice nurse in gerontology, clinical nurse specialist, researcher, nursing educator, healthcare administrator, policy advisor in elderly care |
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Curriculum Structure |
Core courses (Gerontological Nursing Theory, Advanced Health Assessment, Nursing Research, Statistics), Specialization electives (Chronic Illness Management, Dementia Care, End-of-Life Care), Clinical Practicum, Thesis Research |
