2021 GLOBAL KOREA SCHOLARSHIP Application

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REGISTRATION NUMBER

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Institution Receiving Application (접수기관) :

Person in Charge (확인자) :
Signature (서명)

1) Name of Applicant : (Surname) Poudel (Given Name) Kriti

2) Country : Nepal

3) Desired Program: ☐ Doctoral Degree ☒ Master’s Degree ☐ Research

(*Please check (√) in the appropriate box.)

Submission
Application Documents Status
Yes No
1 (Form 1) Application Form √
2 (Form 2) Personal Statement √
3 (Form 3) Statement of Purpose √
4 (Form 4) Research Proposal * Research Program applicants ONLY √
5 (Form 5) TWO Letters of Recommendation √
6 (Form 6) University’s Official Letter of Invitation * Research Program applicants ONLY √
7 (Form 7) GKS Applicant Agreement √
8 (Form 8) Personal Medical Assessment √
9 Certificate of Bachelor’s degree or Bachelor’s Diploma (Original) √
10 Bachelor’s degree Transcript (Original) √
11 Certificate of Master’s degree or Master’s Diploma (Original) √
12 Master’s degree Transcript (Original) √
Certificate of Doctoral degree or Doctoral Diploma (Original)
13 √
*Post-Doctoral Research Program applicants ONLY
14 Doctoral degree Transcript (Original) * Post-Doctoral Research Program applicants ONLY √
15 Certificate of Employment (Original) * Only applicable for relevant applicants √
16 Applicant’s Proof of Citizenship Document (Original) √
17 Applicant’s Parent’s Proof of Citizenship Document (Original) √
18 Proof of Overseas Korean Document (Original) * Overseas Koreansadoptees ONLY √
Proof of Korean Citizenship Renunciation Document (Original)
19 √
* Previous Korean citizenship holders ONLY
20 Proof of Korean Adoptee Document (Original) *Overseas Korean Adoptees ONLY √
Certificate of Employment(teaching subject clearly indicated) (Original)
21 Certificate of Teaching Career(years taught specified) (Original) √
* Applicants for Korean Language Teaching Professionals track ONLY
22 Certificate of Valid TOPIK score * optional √
23 Certificate of Valid English Proficiency Test * optional √
24 Published books & research papers, and etc. * optional √
25 Awards and other Certificates * optional √
26 Applicant’s Passport Copy * optional √

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 27 Comprehensive Medical Examination Results * 2nd round successful candidates ONLY √

FORM 1. 2021 Global Korea Scholarship Application

Please check (☒) the following. Click the box to check or uncheck.

1. Application Track 추천기관

☒ Embassy 재외공관 ☐ University 국내대학
2. Type of Application 추천유형
☐ General 일반추천
☒ Research 연구과정 ☐ Science & Engineering majors of Regional University 지방대 이공계
☐ Overseas Koreans 재외동포 ☐ Korean Language Teaching Professionals 한국어교원
3. Desired Field of Study 희망계열
☐ Liberal Arts 인문계열 ☐ Social Science 사회계열
☒ Science 자연계열 ☐ Technology and Engineering 공학계열
☐ Arts and Sports 예체능계열 ☐ Education 교육계열
4. Program to Apply 지원과정
☐ Doctoral Degree 박사과정 ☒ Master’s Degree 석사과정 ☐ Research 연구과정
Please complete the form below. It must be typed in English ONLY.

Surname 성 Given Name 이름 Gender 성별

Marital Status
결혼여부
Full Name
Poudel Kriti
성명
☐ Male ☒ Single
☒ Female ☐ Married
*Please write your full name as indicated on your passport or official documents Photo

Date of Birth 생년월일 1998/05/17 Age 나이 22 Size: 3cm x 4cm

(YYYY/MM/DD)

Country 국가 Nepal Citizenship 국적 Nepali

Korean Citizenship Applicant’s Parent(s) ☐ Yes ☒ No

Applicant ☐ Yes ☒ No
한국국적 여부 (if any one of your parents has Korean Citizenship, check ‘YES’)

Address6688-Kataharchowk, Bharatpur-7, Chitwan, Nepal

Contact Information
Phone (Must start with the country code) +977-9865028261
연락처
*Must be applicant’s
E-mail poudelkriti8@gmail.com

Agriculture and Forestry Location (City, Country)

University Name 학교명 Bharatpur, Nepal
University 소재국가/도시
☒ Bachelor’s
Most Recently Attende Achieved or Expected Deg ☐ Master’s Major 전공 Agriculture
d University 최종학력 ree 학위
☐ Doctoral
Degree Thesis Title Effect of crop establishment methods on yield and yield attributes of spring rice at
최종학위논문제목 Khairahani, Chitwan, Nepal, 2020
English Proficiency Type Score
Language Abilities TOPIK Level
☐1 ☐2 ☐3 ☐4 ☐5 ☐6 Test Scores IELTS 7.5
어학능력 한국어능력시험성적
영어공인성적

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 Published books & Effect of crop establishment methods on yield and yield attributes of spring rice at Khairahani, Chitwan, Nepal,
research papers 2020
Effect of crop establishment methods on yield and yield attributes of spring rice at Khairahani, Chitwan, Nepal,
Thesis.
2020
Awards (If available)Youth and Sports Coordinator, LEO Club of Bharatpur Chautari
Choice of University
Major 세부전공
& Major University 대학 Division 계열 Department 학과
(optional)
지원신청대학
Choice 1
Seoul National University Horticulture
(Type A & B)
Choice 2
Korea University Horticulture
(Type A & B)
Choice 3 Kangwon National
(ONLY Type B) University
※ Please refer to section III. AVAILABLE UNIVERSITIES AND FIELDS OF STUDY in the application guidelines.
 Embassy Track applicants must choose THREE different universities and majors.
(For choice 1 and 2, you may choose universities among Type A & B. For Choice 3, you MUST choose a university from Type B)
 University Track applicants must choose ONE university and major. (Choose among Type A & Type B)
Period 기간 University/ Institution 학교명 Country 소재국 Major 전공분야 Degree 학위
Agriculture and Forestry
Previously 2015-2020 Nepal Agriculture Bachelor
University
Achieved
Degree(s)
학력

Cumulative GPA
School Score Percentil
1st year 2nd year 3rd year 4th year (CGPA)
GPA* Year e 환산점수
평균평점
(ONLY for
terms or Term/
1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2
semesters Semester
completed)
Bachelor’s 3.55/4 3.75/4 3.59/4 3.31/4 3.31/4 3.66/4 3.78/4 4/4 3.6 91/ 100
성적
(이수
학기만)
Master’s / / / / / / / / / 100
Doctoral / / / / / / / / / 100
*If needed, you may add additional columns to the term or semester section. You can write either the CGPA or Score Percentile
Period Institution/ Company Position Responsibilities
Employment or Prime Minister Agriculture
6months Research Intern Coordinated soil test
Professional Research Modernization Project
Experience Phytocare International
2 months Research Assistant
직업 혹은 연구경력 Pvt. Ltd.

Previous Visits to Period Purpose of Stay City or Region Affiliated Organization

Korea 과거 한국
거주 또는
체류 사실

Previously Received Grant Amount 지원금액

Sponsor 지원기관 Period 수혜기간
Scholarship Awards (USD/year)
from Korean
/
institutions
장학금 수혜 /

년(yyyy) 월(mm) 일(dd)

Applicant's Name : Kriti Poudel (signature)

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 FORM 2. PERSONAL STATEMENT
Be it subsistence or commercial agriculture, I was bound to be in this ecosystem since many years before my
divulgence at biological science. However, after four years of undergraduate study in Agriculture, my quench
to get enrolled in the most pragmatic and down-to-earth major and helping people tackle mundane problems
seems to be half fulfilled as I have not yet mastered the particular field. During these periods, I got birds eye
view in every subject related to soil, ecosystem, plant mechanism and so on. These explorations have
certainly motivated me to opt for more innovations and opportunities available in this field- to reduce the
challenges of plant production both sustainably and economically. I sincerely believe that pursuing Masters
in Plant Science at Korean Universities at this juncture of my life would be a utopian step for my future since
many research questions in this field are yet to be addressed although agriculture being a day-to-day science.
I have recently completed my undergraduate study from Agriculture and Forestry University, Nepal with
3.6/4 GPA. The first year of my study was all the fundamentals; plant physiology, biochemistry, soil science,
crop science and more. However, the introduction of advance subjects like Plant Pathology, Entomology,
Agronomy, Horticulture, Plant Breeding, Soil Physics and genesis, and Agribusiness surged my interest to
pursue a career as a researcher in biological field. I was always looking forward to the variations within
subjects in each semester with which we could unfold the different aspects of “Agriculture”. With every
subject came the practical lessons and finally the six months long internship at Prime Minister Agriculture
and Modernization Project where I worked under the supervision of senior agriculture officer Mr. Meghnath
Timilsina, also a plant protection scholar who has already served for more than 30 years in this field helped
me learn a lot during those months. During this tenure, I published my Bachelor’s thesis entitled “Effect of
Crop Establishment Methods on Yield and Yield Attributes of Spring Rice at Khairahani, Chitwan, Nepal”.
Moreover, he entrusted me as the coordinator of soil testing programs, Integrated Pest Management
Trainings and plant clinics. Installing cue lures, preparing the pesticide concentrations and researching the
management practices for different crops which we learnt during our course studies and restricted laboratory
practices were all explored within those periods. As a hackneyed trite, "little knowledge is dangerous",
knowing basics will not help me attest the findings I want to achieve in this field of study. Contributing in the
field of plant science, certainly means enhancing the productivity and attenuating the loss by several folds
thus aiding in the food security-my ultimate goal. Apart from the academic portfolio different extra-
curricular activities like being the delegate of Denmark at C-MUN, general member of AMNESTY,
enumerator at UN Volunteers, top 10 idea pitcher at REFT Local Heroes, Youth and Sports Coordinator at
Leo Club of Bharatpur Chautari and Secretary at SOS Alumni Association and teacher at Xavier’s Institute
were noteworthy where my contributions were eminent in the society and also as a Green fellow at
Himalayan Climate Initiative, non-profit organization carrying out the project specifically “Nursery House
for Local and Seasonal Crops and Seed Bank Establishment” collaborated with Bharatpur Metropolitan and
also IPM Trainee, I was able to contribute as general agriculturist. During my recent internship at Phytocare
International, I learnt basics of isolation, culturing and formulation of antagonist fungi, Trichoderma viride
and Beauveria bassiana and extraction and concentration adjustment of active Neem based biopesticides. As
a trainer in Mushroom Cultivation Practices in Ramechhap, Nepal I got to learn more about fungal ecology.

- Motivations with which you apply for this program

- Family and Education background
- Significant experiences you have had; risks you have taken and achievements you have made, persons or
events that have had a significant influence on you
- Extracurricular activities such as club activities, community service activities or work experiences
- If applicable, describe awards you have received, publications you have made, or skills you have acquired,
etc.

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 FORM 3. STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
Be it subsistence or commercial agriculture, I was bound to be in this ecosystem since many years before my
divulgence at biological science. However, after four years of undergraduate study in Agriculture, my quench
to get enrolled in the most pragmatic and down-to-earth major and helping people tackle mundane problems
seems to be half fulfilled as I have not yet mastered the particular field. During these periods, I got birds eye
view in every subject related to soil, ecosystem, plant mechanism and so on. These explorations have
certainly motivated me to opt for more innovations and opportunities available in this field- to reduce the
challenges of plant production both sustainably and economically. I sincerely believe that pursuing Masters
in Plant Science at the Korean Universities at this juncture of my life would be a utopian step for my future
since many research questions in this field are yet to be addressed although agriculture being a day-to-day
science. I have recently completed my undergraduate study from Agriculture and Forestry University, Nepal
with 3.6/4 GPA. The first year of my study was all the fundamentals; plant physiology, biochemistry, soil
science, crop science and more. However, the introduction of advance subjects like Plant Pathology,
Entomology, Agronomy, Horticulture, Plant Breeding, Soil Physics and genesis, and Agribusiness surged my
interest to pursue a career as a researcher in biological field. I was always looking forward to the variations
within subjects in each semester with which we could unfold the different aspects of “Agriculture”. With
every subject came the practical lessons and finally the six months long internship at Prime Minister
Agriculture and Modernization Project where I worked under the supervision of senior agriculture officer
Mr. Meghnath Timilsina, also a plant protection scholar who has already served for more than 30 years in
this field helped me learn a lot during those months. During this tenure, I published my Bachelor’s thesis
entitled “Effect of Crop Establishment Methods on Yield and Yield Attributes of Spring Rice at Khairahani,
Chitwan, Nepal”. Moreover, he entrusted me as the coordinator of soil testing programs, Integrated Pest
Management Trainings and plant clinics. Installing cue lures, preparing the pesticide concentrations and
researching the management practices for different crops which we learnt during our course studies and
restricted laboratory practices were all explored within those periods. As a hackneyed trite, "little knowledge
is dangerous", knowing basics will not help me attest the findings I want to achieve in this field of study.
Contributing in the field of plant science, certainly means enhancing the productivity and attenuating the loss
by several folds thus aiding in the food security-my ultimate goal. Why crop protection? When population is
growing exponentially and food crops in arithmetic proportion, neither less productivity nor loss through
pathogens or insects is affordable. With more loss, more land is needed for huge production destroying the
forest areas for agricultural land, also the rise in price due to scarcity of food in the market adds to poverty.
Crop protection -being the potential field of plant science, it determines not only the occurrence and
epidemiology of pathogens and pathogenicity but also the curative measures to increase crop production
efficiently and contribute to food security. Also, reducing the use of chemical pesticides and encouraging the
use of beneficial pathogens to contribute for the well beings of other living creatures is what I am looking
forward to. Moreover, awaring the farmers about the ecology of pest-plant interaction and pathogen-plant
symbiosis in the farming system reducing the use of chemical pesticides usage and encouraging the use of
beneficial microbes to contribute for the well beings of other living creatures is what I am looking forward
to. Moreover, resurgence of chemical resistant secondary pests is more unbearable. Pollination is the boon
for crop production but the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides have hit the pollinators to rock-bottom
moments. These factors have incited me to pursue an advanced study in crop protection and their efficacy.
Apart from the academic portfolio different extra- curricular activities like being the delegate of Denmark at
C-MUN, general member of AMNESTY, enumerator at UN Volunteers, top 10 idea pitcher at REFT Local
Heroes, Youth and Sports Coordinator at Leo Club of Bharatpur Chautari and Secretary at SOS Alumni
Association and teacher at Xavier’s Institute were noteworthy where my contributions were eminent in the
society and also as a Green fellow at Himalayan Climate Initiative, non-profit organization carrying out the
project specifically “Nursery House for Local and Seasonal Crops and Seed Bank Establishment”
collaborated with Bharatpur Metropolitan and also IPM Trainee, I was able to contribute as general
agriculturist. During my recent internship at Phytocare International, I learnt basics of isolation, culturing
and formulation of antagonist fungi, Trichoderma viride and Beauveria bassiana and extraction and
concentration adjustment of active Neem based biopesticides. As a trainer in Mushroom Cultivation

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 Practices in Ramechhap, Nepal I got to learn more about fungal ecology. The principal reason for my interest
to pursue Masters abroad is competitive opportunity, laboratory facilities, innovations and academic
excellence. Korean Universities has always been the top research institute for agricultural enthusiast. Not
only does it focus on student’s academic excellence but also the achievement of sustainable environment
through the results they got from the project the particular student carried out. It enhances the skills of plant
systematics and genomics which is great asset while working as an operators or specialists to agricultural
firms or industries in future. During my internship at governmental office, farmers eagerness towards plant
clinics drove my attention to this very field. Working alongside the supervisors from this university, I would
be able to enhance my skills to help farmers being a consultant. Getting in lab experience with eminent
scholars and learning plant-pest interactions, both pathogen-pathogen and pathogen-host interactions would
certainly broaden my field of knowledge and skills. I am seeking out for scholarships for international
students to aid my financial rift during my stay at Korea. I look forward to a long and fruitful association
with Korean Universities.

Language Study o Study plans to improve foreign languages(Korean, English, etc) required for taking a
Plan degree course BEFORE and AFTER you come to Korea.

“Multilinguists are more diverse and creative than monolinguists” is what I believe in. With this attitude I have
been learning few verses in few different languages. Even though poor expresser through writings, one who
takes a single step to learn few words shows their desire to globalize, their desire to understand others. In my
case, as per the English language, I have been studying in the English medium school from the beginning of my
student life although Nepali being my native language and also have already taken IELTS examination where
my proficiency was found satisfying. Apart from my formal study, I am quite into English series, songs and
movies; same goes for Korean dramas as well. Even though I have very poor dialect and written proficiency on
Korean, I understand few words/verses since I have been watching dramas with English subtitle for more than a
decade now. Moreover, I am enthusiastic about Korean culture, songs and technological advancement as a
whole. So, if I am fortunate enough with this scholarship, even before getting to Korea, I would resume my
Duolingo class and after getting to Korea, I have whole year to revise my Korean linguist. While the world is
crazy over BTS, I have fanatic interest to pursue my higher education there alongside the eminent scholars
working under sophisticated technologies.

Goal of study &

o Goal of study and detailed study plan
Study Plan

Future Plan
o Future plan in Korea or another country after study in Korea
after Study

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 FORM 4. RESEARCH PROPOSAL
Instructions: This form is required for the Research Program applicants ONLY. Please type in Korean or in
English. The proposal must be single spaced, with the font Times New Roman, size 11. (*11 points). Please
write in as much detail as possible, but not exceeding FIVE pages. Please remove the instructions after
reading it.

▣ Research Topic

▣ Research Objectives

▣ Detailed Research Plan

▣ Research Methodology

▣ Expected Results of the Research

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▣ Research Timetable

FORM 5. RECOMMENDATION LETTER

To the applicant: Please fill in your name and the other required information below. In turn, deliver or email this
form to the person who will write this letter. NOTE: Request your recommender to seal his or her letter of
recommendation in an official envelope and sign across the back flap upon completion. Recommendation letters that are
not sealed and signed will not be accepted. Confidential

Name of Applicant: (Surname) (Given Name)

Nationality: Desired Degree Program: ☐ Master’s ☐ Doctoral ☐ Research Intended Major:

To be completed by the recommender:

Your frank and candid evaluation of the applicant will be highly appreciated in the selection of Global Korea
Scholarship awardees and the admissions to a Korean university. We greatly appreciate your time and effort.

*You may use your own recommendation letter template and attach your letter to this form. However, we hope
to glean the following information of the applicant from your recommendation letter:

- How long have you known the applicant and in what relationship?
- What are applicant’s capabilities, strengths, and weaknesses (in regards to academic achievement, passion and interest
for intended major, future academic potential, integrity, responsibility, independence, creativity, adaptability,
communication skills, and others)?
- Please comment on the applicant’s performance record, potential, or personal qualities which you believe would be
helpful in considering the applicant’s application for the proposed degree/research program.
Recommender’s Name

Recommender’s Signature Date

Position or Title: University (Institution):

Address:

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 (zip-code: )

Email: Tel:

*Instruction for the recommenders: After completing the recommendation letter, please add date and your signature
at the bottom. Recommendation letters that are not signed will not be considered valid. Please attach this form and
your recommendation letters sealed in an envelope (sign across the back flap) and deliver the sealed envelope to the
applicant. For the recommenders of Embassy Track Applicants : Please printout or make 3 photocopies of the letter
you wrote and sign all copies (1 original and 3 photocopied letters) respectively. Please enclose all 4 letters and this
form altogether in an official envelope and sign across the back flap.

FORM 6. LETTER OF INVITATION

This form is required for the Research Program applicants ONLY and must be completed by the staff or
faculty of the inviting university.

A. Applicant Information

Full Name

Nationality Final Degree

Current Current
Affiliation Position
B. Invitation Details
Period of
Department
Invitation
Professor (signature)
* Please briefly describe the applicant’s research topic and plan.

Research Plan

1. Please check all that applies:

☐ Participation in our university’s research project;
☐ Support for coursework, as in auditing a course;
University’s
☐ Personal research office
Support
☐ Access to the university’s library
Plan
☐ Financial support for attending academic conferences
☐ On-campus accommodation
☐ Other

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 2. University Support Details

I hereby confirm that our university (institution) will invite the above person as a research program scholar
under the Korean Government Scholarship Program.

Date (yyyy/mm/dd):

President (Signature) University (Official Seal)

FORM 7. GKS APPLICANT AGREEMENT

As an applicant for 2021 Global Korea Scholarship for Graduate Degree, I agree to abide
by the following;

※ Please read each article, check each box and sign below.

(1) The information I have provided in this application forms are true and accurate and all
documents I submitted to the National Institute for International Education (hereafter
NIIED) are genuine. ☒

(2) I understand that all the documents submitted to NIIED for GKS will not be returned
regardless of the final outcome of the selection process. ☒

(3) I will abide by all the Korean laws and ordinances. ☒

(4) I will respect and uphold the values of the Korean culture and society. ☒

(5) I will fulfill my responsibilities as a GKS scholar to the best of my abilities. ☒

(6) I will not participate in any form of political activities (such as organizing or joining a
political party, attending political meetings, publishing articles and declarations, and
organizing or participating in political demonstrations). ☒

(7) I will maintain financial integrity at a personal level. ☒

(8) I accept NIIED’s decision concerning graduate degree, research program and the Korean

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 language program. ☒

(9) I understand that once I am selected as a GKS scholar. I am not permitted to change the
university, either for the Korean language program or for the degree and research
program. ☒

(10)I will abide by the academic regulations and requirements of NIIED, Korean language
institution, and university. ☒

Date(yyyy/mm/dd) Applicant’s Name (Signature)

(continued in the next page)

(11)I understand that if I have any dependents that will accompany me to Korea, I am
responsible for all matters concerning those dependents such as visa issuance and that
NIIED will not provide any extra expenses or support in regards to my dependents. ☒

(12) I give permission to NIIED, the Ministry of Education of Korea, the Ministry of
Foreign Affairs of Korea, the Ministry of Justice of Korea, and affiliated institutions to
use the contact information provided in my application for the purpose of visa issuance,
communication, conducting surveys, and sharing information as needed. I give
authorization for photos and video of me to be taken during GKS orientation and used in
any promotional or educational materials. ☒

(13) I hereby authorize NIIED to verify the information disclosed in this application
form and the documents required by GKS as well as to collect any other information
deemed necessary by GKS to determine my suitability as an applicant from any
institution, organization or individual issuing said information and/or documentation.
This includes but is not limited to contacting recommendation referees or previous
employers. ☒

(14) I hereby understand that all information provided to NIIED will be stored in
secured servers where access will be limited to GKS team and its affiliates. I understand
that all reasonable efforts will be made to protect confidential and sensitive information.
By signing below and submitting my application, I agree to these terms. ☒

(15) I understand that failure to uphold any of the above statements may be grounds
for termination of my scholarship offer. ☒

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I confirm that I read all of the above conditions. I also understand that the violation of
any one of the above might result in suspension or cancellation of the scholarship.

Date(yyyy/mm/ dd) Applicant’s Name (Signature)

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 FORM 8. PERSONAL MEDICAL ASSESSMENT
Attention! This form is just a personal medical assessment and applicants do not need to get a comprehensive
medical examination at this stage. However, all applicants who pass the 2 nd round of selection must receive
comprehensive medical checkup and submit the certificate of health and medical examination result issued by a
medical doctor or a licensed hospital. (The Certificate of Health form will be posted in the GKS Notice board
along with the announcement of successful candidates of 2 nd round of selection) After arriving in Korea, all GKS
scholars will be subject to a medical examination (including TBPE drug test) administered by NIIED in
accordance with the requirements of the Korea Immigration Service. If the results show that the applicant is
unfit to study and live overseas, he/she may be disqualified.

Gender ☐ Male ☒ Female HEIGHT 161.5 cm WEIGHT 55 kg

QUESTION YES NO IF YES, PLEASE EXPLAIN
Have you ever had an infectious disease that posed a
√
risk to public health (i.e., tuberculosis)
Do you have allergies? √

Do you have hyper tension? √

Do you have diabetes? √

Do you have any type of Hepatitis? √

Have you ever suffered from or been treated for
depression, anxiety, or any other mental or mood
√
disorder? (If you have received treatment, please
explain and attach an official medical report.)
Have you ever been addicted to alcohol? √
Have you ever abused any narcotic, stimulant,
hallucinogen or other substance, either legally or √
illegally?
Have you been hospitalized in the last two (2) years? √
Have you had any serious injury, ailment or sickness
√
in the last five (5) years?
Do you have any visual or hearing impairment? √

Do you have any physical disabilities? √

Do you have any cognitive/mental disabilities? √

Are you taking any prescribed medication? √

Are you on a special diet? √

Are you pregnant? √

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