LPDP Offers Scholarships for Master's and Doctoral Programs in South Korea

The Indonesia Endowment Fund for Education (LPDP) has announced a new scholarship opportunity in collaboration with the University of Science and Technology (UST) in South Korea.

The scholarship program is open to Indonesian citizens, including civil servants, military personnel, and police officers, who wish to pursue master's (S2) or doctoral (S3) degrees in the fields of digital technology, renewable energy, blue economy, and biotechnology.

The LPDP-UST scholarship program offers a total of 19 study options, with a maximum quota of two recipients per program. The available master's and doctoral programs at UST include Semicon Semiconductor and Advanced Device Engineering, Nuclear Science and Technology, Radiation Science, and Electric Energy & Materials Engineering, among others.

To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must meet specific age and academic requirements. For master's programs, the age limit ranges from 35 to 42 years, while for doctoral programs, it ranges from 40 to 47 years, depending on the applicant's background. The minimum GPA requirement is 3.0 for master's and 3.25 for doctoral programs, and applicants must have a minimum language proficiency of TOEFL IBT 79 or IELTS 6.

The selection process for the LPDP-UST scholarship involves both administrative and substantive reviews. Interested applicants must apply through the UST portal according to the university's schedule and requirements. The application period is from April 17 to May 6, 2024, and the academic year is set to begin on September 1, 2024.

Why this matters: The LPDP-UST scholarship program provides a valuable opportunity for Indonesian students to pursue advanced degrees in cutting-edge fields at a prestigious university in South Korea. By investing in human capital development, this initiative aims to enhance Indonesia's competitiveness and contribute to the country's progress in key areas such as digital technology, renewable energy, blue economy, and biotechnology.

The LPDP-UST scholarship is part of a broader effort by the Indonesian government to support higher education and foster international collaboration. In addition to the UST partnership, LPDP has also opened targeted scholarships for universities in China, including Northeastern University (NEU) and Central South University (CSU), offering opportunities for master's programs in metallurgy and materials science.

Key Takeaways

• LPDP offers scholarships for master's and doctoral degrees at University of Science and Technology, South Korea.
• Scholarships available in digital technology, renewable energy, blue economy, and biotechnology fields.
• Eligibility: Indonesian citizens, age 35-47, GPA 3.0+ for master's, 3.25+ for doctoral, TOEFL 79+ or IELTS 6+.
• Application period: April 17 to May 6, 2024, for academic year starting September 1, 2024.
• LPDP also offers scholarships for master's programs at universities in China, including Northeastern and Central South.