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The acceptance email came in few days ago and within a week, I received this hardcopy which included the official receipt of my payment, the certification of admission, a general introduction of Yonsei University, schedule of my semester and also map of Yonsei University.
I'm not going to disclose the contents inside as it is private and confidential, but hey! they give some useful tip and information with all the documents you need so don't worry!
As for the accommodation, I have decided not to stay in the hostel for Yonsei University, not only it was hard to get, provided I am only going to be staying for a short period, I would like to enjoy a more private and personal space outside of the campus. I'm not sure if many of you have heard about Goshiwon, which basically means "exam area/room".
It is not uncommon for student in Korea to stay focus studying during their annual exam period by moving out from their house, leaving all the entertainment distractions behind and solely focus on their revision. Hence, the exam room is for them to move out and live for a month or two, to focus and study. It is practically a very small room, with a single bed, a wardrobe, a study table, a small refrigerator, a TV and private/shared bathroom. The owners who run the building will provide wifi and other necessities such as food.
It is a rather cheap accommodation to stay in especially you are still a student and do not have much money to rent a one room by paying a huge sum of deposit. Goshiwon requires no deposit fee, the most, just a small amount for the key deposit which will be returned when you leave the room and return the keys. You can stay as long and as short as you want, no contracts. So, it is a really convenient place to stay for students like me. Goshiwon ranges from 330,000won to 500,000 per month, depending on the size of the room and the location.
I have done bookings for my Goshiwon, which is located 10mins away from Yonsei University by foot. I preferred to stay nearer to the university without having to take public transport to reach so that i don't have to go through the hassle to wake up earlier and wait for public transport every morning when I travel to school.
The place I live in is called Sinchon. It is quite of a busy place as it is always crowded with students, teenagers, young adults and working adults looking to have a good time and have good food.
As I will be going to Korea during winter time, winter clothes are also a must. I have been going around, looking for winter clothing but I have not bought much. I've decided to save some money and buy it in Korea, after I have settled down. There will be more choices for me and cheaper compared to Malaysia.
My preparation is on the way though I am not 100% done with all. I am already so excited and I can't wait to see what God has planned for me. Anybody who are visiting Korea, you are most welcome to contact me!
p/s: Many of you have contacted me through my personal Facebook's inbox, expressing interest to apply for the universities in Korea. I will be updating a post on that subject matter once I've got everything settled. In the meanwhile, you can always get updates on my blog and my journey through my Facebook page HYORIYA 효리야 스토리
Update:
Here is an article on Yonsei University's Korean Language Institute receiving the 2018 Korea Educational Industrial Award!
The Korean Language Institute (KLI) at Yonsei University received the 2018 Korea Education Industrial Award under the “Korean Language Education for Foreigners” category. Jointly presented by The Korea Herald and The Herald Business, the award was given in recognition of KLI’s excellent educational services and significant contribution to the development of Korean language education for non-native speakers.
https://medium.com/@yonsei/korean-language-institute-receives-2018-korea-education-industrial-award-e4ce6a12a4e1
