The main focus of CT (Culture Technology) is "culture" and "culture industry". The GSCT has several perspectives of viewing and analyzing cultures, such as science/engineering, humanities, social studies, and art. However, the GSCT does not classify students by their majors or backgrounds, as we believe that the essence of CT lies in the convergence of different fields of study. Furthermore, lowering barriers between different fields of studies is one of the most important goals of CT. The GSCT has about 20 laboratories and research groups each having its own focus of study. For further details, please refer to the GSCT website.

CT means blending and interchanging technology, humanities, social studies, culture, and arts. In fact, there is no restriction on undergraduate academic background. The CT Interdisciplinary Program, the predecessor of GSCT, has students not only from Computer Science, Mechanics, and Industry Technology, but also from English Literature, Psychology, Sociology, Industry Design, Fine Arts, and even Fashion Design.

We are well aware that few people have received an M.A./M.S. in CT. The only precondition to applying for a Ph.D. in CT is that applicants (who already have a master's) have to have a passion for CT studies, a clear sense of their goal, and the excellence to carry out research in CT. Successful applicants will also have a clear study plan and concrete ideas about their intended research.

Applicants can apply twice per year. Students are accepted in the spring and fall semester. For more information about application timeline, please visit the Graduate Admissions Team(https://admission.kaist.ac.kr/intl-graduate).

In addition to standard application documents (self-introduction letter, transcripts of academic records, recommendation letters, etc.), we recommend that you make a study plan in advance that details what path of study you may wish to take here. During the interview process, you will likely be asked about your intended study plan, as well as what have accomplished thus far (if you pass the document screening). To get acceptance to KAIST, you need a certain level of English proficiency, regardless of your academic background. You are required to submit a publicly credible English score such as TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC, or TEPS.

Please refer to KAIST’s main website for standard application forms and requirements.
As GSCT students have various backgrounds and majors, applicants for GSCT are required to submit additional data.
(Please See the “What do I need to prepare before applying for an M.A. or Ph.D. at the GSCT?” Q&A for details.)

GSCT follows the general standards and regulations of graduate schools worldwide. Because academic plans and fields of study are typically determined prior to application, applicants to the GSCT Master’s and Ph.D. programs are strongly encouraged to carefully review the active research areas within the graduate school. 
Once a professor whose research interests align with your own has been identified, applicants are advised to contact the professor in advance to discuss the possibility of academic supervision. While admission without a prospective advisor may be possible, applicants who do not make such arrangements prior to application may experience difficulties in selecting and confirming both their field of study and advisor after admission. 
Detailed information on faculty research areas is available on the department website.

* NOTE: In the case of international students, there is an exception to this rule. The applicants (both M.S. and Ph.D.) must secure an advisor before they will be admitted. And the advisor’s name must be included in the application.
For applicants applying for the GKS program, there is no space to write down the desired advisor on the application form. Therefore, applicants should submit their desired advisor when the department manager investigates later.

KAIST offers dormitory rooms to almost all the students with “government scholarships and/or KAIST scholarships”. Living in a dormitory is not compulsory. KAIST also has apartments for married students that students can apply for those if desired, or students can choose to find their own (self-funded) housing options.