KR · Master's
Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH)
MS in Computer Science & Engineering
Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH)
Course Overview
POSTECH's MS in Computer Science & Engineering is a two-year research-track Master's at one of Asia's most selective science and technology universities. Pohang sits on Korea's east coast — a small, research-heavy campus where the student-to-faculty ratio is among the best in the world. Sri Lankan applicants accepted into the program join a tight cohort working alongside faculty on AI, systems, security, and theory.
The structure is research-first: you join a lab from day one, take graduate coursework in algorithms, machine learning, and your chosen specialization, and produce a thesis. POSTECH funds almost every graduate student through TA/RA scholarships — full tuition waiver plus a monthly stipend around KRW 1,400,000 — so the program is effectively fully funded for admitted candidates.
Entry Requirements
Academic
- check_circle Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a closely related field with a strong GPA (3.5/4.0 equivalent).
- check_circle Research statement and study plan identifying target labs and faculty supervisors.
- check_circle Two academic recommendation letters (from professors who know your research potential).
- check_circle GRE not required, but strong CS coursework and undergraduate research projects expected.
English Proficiency
- check_circle IELTS Academic: 6.0 Overall.
- check_circle TOEFL iBT: 79 Overall, or TOEIC: 750.
- check_circle Waived with a Medium of Instruction letter if your undergraduate degree was taught in English.
Estimated Cost of Study
| Expense Category | Amount (KRW) | Approx. LKR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | KRW 10,344,000 | Rs. 2,379,100 |
| Living Expenses (Pohang, 12 months) | KRW 9,000,000 | Rs. 2,070,000 |
| D-2 Student Visa & Alien Registration | KRW 200,000 | Rs. 46,000 |
| Total Year 1 (before scholarships) | KRW 19,544,000 | Rs. 4,495,100 |
*LKR conversion based on current bank rates. Subject to change.
Career Outcomes & PR
POSTECH CS graduates feed Samsung Research, LG AI Research, Naver, Kakao, and SK Hynix — Korea's major tech and chaebol R&D arms. Many continue into PhD programs at POSTECH, KAIST, or top US schools (CMU, Stanford, MIT). South Korea's D-10 job-seeker visa gives you 6 months to find work post-graduation, and the E-7 employment visa pathway is well-trodden for STEM Master's holders.
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