Starfield COEX Mall

Remarkable Landmarks and Must-Visit Sights

COEX Mall

Shop till you drop at COEX Mall, one of the largest underground shopping malls in Asia, offering a wide range of retail outlets, restaurants, and entertainment options.

Kimchi Museum

Immerse yourself in Korean culinary culture at the Kimchi Museum, where you can learn about the history and significance of Korea's famous fermented dish.

Starfield Library

Indulge in a reading retreat at the Starfield Library, a unique public library located within the COEX Mall, featuring a vast collection of books and a mesmerizing bookshelf display.

Culture and History

Experience the cultural and historical significance of COEX, which has hosted major international events like the ASEM Summit and the G-20 Seoul summit, showcasing South Korea's global presence.

Local Cuisine

Savor the flavors of South Korea at COEX with popular local dishes like kimchi, bibimbap, and bulgogi, offering a culinary journey through traditional Korean cuisine.

Research Practices Authentic to the Discipline

Engage in asking questions, gathering and analyzing data, and developing interpretations and arguments specific to your field of study.

Discovery and Exploration

Explore ill-structured questions with the potential to create new knowledge and insights, challenging both students and instructors.

Impact Beyond the Classroom

Produce work that extends beyond academic settings, such as reports for organizations, publications, or content for wider distribution.

Collaboration

Participate in group work, peer feedback, data sharing, and interpretation exchange to enhance collaborative skills.

Iteration and Revision

Embrace processes of revision, learning from failures, and building on peers' work to refine your own projects.

Master Core Competencies and Specialized Skills

Over 16 months, the COEX program equips you with the ability to analyze conflict, evaluate interventions, and engage with stakeholders. You can also specialize in areas such as development, transitional justice, and humanitarian action.

Gain Fieldwork Experience for Impactful Careers

Experience hands-on fieldwork opportunities that prepare you for impactful roles in nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and intergovernmental bodies like the United Nations.

Collaborate with Global Peers

Join a diverse and passionate community of socially conscious individuals from various backgrounds, including diplomacy, education, journalism, and health. Work together to advance knowledge and interventions for sustainable peace.