APPLICATION. International Scholar Exchange Fellowship. Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies

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1 APPLICATION International Scholar Exchange Fellowship Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies

2 CONTENTS International Scholar Exchange Fellowship Introduction to Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies ISEF Academic Seminar Visit to Afforestation Plant 06 International Scholar Exchange Fellowship Cultural Tour Korean Speech Contest 08 Prospectus of International Scholar Exchange Fellowship for the year Korean Language Class Visit to Industrial Site 11 Application Information and Instructions Seoul Cultural Event Farewell Party Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies

3 Introduction to Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies Examination for scholarship programs affered to Korean students Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies is a non-profit educational organization, which was established in November 1974 for cultivating superior scholars and contributing to the advancement of higher learning. To this end, the Foundation has supported hundreds of young scholars pursuing doctoral degrees in prestigious universities outside Korea, as well as thousands of college students in Korea during the past thirty-seven years. The programs maintained by Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies are as follows: 1. Scholarship Programs 2. International Scholar Exchange Fellowship(ISEF) Program 3. s(arcs) 4. International Academic Forums 5. Library 1. Scholarship Programs Abroad Doctoral Study Program Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies provides merit scholarships to qualified Korean students in Korea who wish to pursue their doctoral degrees in selected foreign graduate programs in the fields of humanities, social sciences, law, management, natural sciences, electrical engineering, and computer sciences. Currently, the Foundation supports a total of 192 doctoral students who are enrolled in prominent graduate programs at major universities, mainly in the United States. Through the Abroad Doctoral Study Program, 540 scholars have acquired their doctoral degrees and many are working in highly regarded institutions in Korea and the United States. Among those scholars, seventy earned their degrees from Harvard University; sixty-two from Stanford University; forty from the University of Chicago; thirty-one from the University of California at Berkeley; thirty-five from Massachusetts Institute of Technology; twenty-one from Yale University; twentyone from the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign; twenty-one from the University of Michigan; sixteen from Princeton University; sixteen from the University of Pennsylvania; fourteen from the California Institute of Technology; seven from Columbia University; four from Cornell University; and the remaining from other leading universities in the world, such as the University of Oxford, Peking University, and University of Tokyo among others. The Undergraduate Student Scholarship Program Along with the Abroad Doctoral Study Scholarship Program, the Foundation provides scholarships to undergraduate students in Korea from various academic dis- Introduction to Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies 1

4 Overseas Scholarship Awardees according to Institution Institution ciplines. The Undergraduate Student Scholarship Program supports academically qualified college students at an early stage (i.e. sophomore or junior students) and gives them an option to study further at selected prominent graduate programs in foreign countries after finishing their college education. doctoral degree recipients Students in PhD programs 1 Harvard University Stanford University University of Chicago Massachusetts Institute of Technology University of California, Berkeley University of Michigan Yale University Universityof Illinois at Urbana-champaign University of Pennsylvania Princeton University California Institute of Technology University of Texas at Austin Columbia University Cornell University Brown University New York University Peking University Northwesten University University of Washington University of rochester 4 21 Carnegie-Mellon University University of Minnesota 3 23 University of Oxford 3 24 University of Wisconsin-Madison Johns Hopkins University University of Cambridge 2 27 Duke University 2 28 Vanderbilt University University of California, Santa Barbara 1 30 University of Connecticut 1 31 University of Manchester 1 32 University of Tokyo 1 33 Georgia Institute of Technology 7 34 Others(28 institutions) 123 Total Classical Chinese Studies Scholarship Program The Classical Chinese Studies Scholaship Program is designed to support academically qualified college students in Korea wishing to pursue Classical Chinese Studies. The recipients of this scholarship generally come from disciplines in the humanities or social sciences. The Graduate Student Scholarship Program - Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Graduate Student Scholarship : This scholarship supports Korean students who are currently enrolled in domestic graduate programs in information technology-related fields, and are aspiring to become scholars or specialists in their field. - East Asian Studies Scholarship : This three-year scholarship supports students who have successfully completed, or are currently enrolled in, the KFAS Classical Chinese Studies Program, and are further pursuing East Asian studies. 2. International Scholar Exchange Fellowship (ISEF) Program The Foundation invites approximately fifty scholars from Asian nations every year and supports them to conduct research in collaboration with Korean scholars. So far, 630 scholars from 13 countries in Asia have visited Korea under the auspices of the International Scholar Exchange Fellowship. Please refer to page 6 for details. 3. Asia Research Centers (ARCs) In order to support Asian scholars for research and other academic activities in their own countries, the Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies (KFAS) began establishing s (ARCs) since 2001 at various leading academic institutions in the region. Currently, there are seventeen ARCs across seven countries including China, Cambodia, Laos, Mongolia, Myanmar, Thailand and Vietnam. Through the ARCs, local researchers are provided support for research projects, academic conferences, publication of research findings and other academic activities. Furthermore, KFAS and the ARCs share the understanding that academic development and mutual understanding among Asian nations are necessary for a balanced and continued growth of Asia. 2 International Scholar Exchange Fellowship

5 Each ARC is composed of the following: - Board of Trustees The Board of Trustees manages and oversees the general administration and operation of the ARC. The President or Rector of the academic institution is appointed the Chairman of the Board. - Academic Advisory Committee The Academic Advisory Committee is responsible for planning, implementing and evaluating policies regarding research projects, academic conferences, and publications. - Steering/Managing Committee The Steering/Managing Committee is in charge of management and supervision of effective execution of research funds. - Director The Director of the ARC performs duties and authorities vested by the Board of Trustees and is in charge of day-to-day business of the ARC. Annual ARC Events ARC Directors Workshop The Directors Workshop is held annually to provide a venue for the directors to exchange methods of effective ARC operation and promote academic spirit. The seventeen centers can also strengthen mutual understanding and network for cooperation. The first workshop was held in October 2003 in Jeju Island, Korea under the theme Towards the Development of Asia in the 21 st Century ; the workshops in 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008 were held in Mongolia, Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia and China. Asia Media Forum Asia Media Forum is hosted annually by Asia Media Research Center (AMRC) at Communication University of China. The conference attracts researchers and experts in the fields of journalism, communication, media industries, new technologies, digital contents, and related policies. International Conference on Confucianism The International Conference on Confucianism is hosted by Renmin University of China and supported by KFAS every year since The conference deals with critical issues in Confucianism such as how the teachings of Confucius are interpreted in the twenty-first century, cultural and historical aspects of Confucianism, and the transmission of Confucian philosophy throughout various Asian countries and beyond. Northeast Asia Forum Since 2005, Liaoning University hosts Northeast Asia Forum in Shenyang, China with support from KFAS. The main focus of the forum is maintaining peace and economic growth in the region. By looking at the area from economic, political, cultural, and historical angles, the forum strives to promote regional cooperation and stability. Tumen River Academic Forum Tumen River Academic Forum is an international academic conference hosted by Yanbian University that covers humanities and social sciences. Under the theme Plural Coexistence and Boundary Choice, various scholars from across the world including China, North Korea, South Korea, Japan, USA, Russia, and Mongolia attend each year. The main agenda of the forum is to seek ways for the Tumenjiang River region, which is currently an economic and cultural frontier, to play a more central role in northeast Asia. Also, the annual gathering strives to make use of the region s cultural plurality in promoting regional development, collaboration, and prosperity. Supported by Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies, the forum was launched in 2008 and has been held three times so far, drawing much attention from related academic circles. International Conference on Southeast Asian Cultural Values Another academic event sponsored by the Foundation is the International Conference on Southeast Asian Cultural Values, which is organized annually by the Asia Research Center at the Royal Academy of Cambodia since The themes of the conference were: Preservation and Promotion (2005), Exchange and Cooperation (2006), Promoting Community Spirit (2007), Angkor: a Symbol of Cultural Location and Year of Establishment of ARCs Beijing Foreign Studies University Beijing / 2007 Chinese Academy of Social Sciences Beijing / 2002 Communication University of China Beijing / 2002 Fudan University Shanghai / 2002 Liaoning University Shenyang / 2002 Nankai University Tianjin / 2004 Peking University Beijing / 2002 Renmin University of China Beijing / 2003 Yanbian University Yanji / 2006 Tsinghua University Beijing / 2002 Chulalongkorn University Bangkok / 2002 National University of Laos Vientiane / 2002 National University of Mongolia Ulaanbaatar / 2002 Royal Academy of Cambodia Phnom Penh / 2005 Vietnam National University, Hanoi Hanoi / 2002 Yangon University Yangon / 2002 Zhejiang University Hangzhou / 2011 Prestige in Southeast Asia (2008), and Cultural Industry (2009) and The Values of Cultural Heritage (2010). The annual event is hosted either in Siem Reap, which is famous for Ankor Wat and other historical relics, or Phnom Penh, the capital city. The upcoming 2011 gathering is slated to take place in Siem Reap in December, themed Southeast Asian Cultural Values: Culture in High-tech Era (2011). Introduction to Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies 3

6 Asia Research Network In addition, the Foundation publishes the Asia Research Network, a quarterly publication that introduces research Tony Blair, Former projects and activities of each ARC, Prime Minister, UK, giving a closing promotes cooperative research pro- speech at Beijing grams, and strengthens the ARC network. Through the Asia Research Network, the Foundation provides information on the latest on-going and completed research that is supported by ARCs, news on the institutions to which the ARCs belong, and the latest relevant academic movements. 4. International Academic Forums With its scholarship programs, ISEF program and ARCs, the Foundation has cultivated outstanding scholars, produced numerous research results, and created an academic network in the Asian region. To further the communication and provide a meeting point for scholars to discuss the present and future of humanity under the context of academic knowledge, the Foundation supports the following international academic forums. Beijing Forum Approved by the State Council of the People s Republic of China, and under the auspices of the Chinese Ministry of Education and the Beijing Municipal Government, Beijing Forum is an annually held international forum co-sponsored by Peking University, Beijing Municipal Commission of Education, and Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies. The general theme of Beijing Forum is The Harmony of Civilizations and Prosperity for All. Beijing Forum aims at promoting the study of humanities and social sciences around the world. It endeavors to promote academic development and social progress across the world in order to contribute to the development and prosperity of humankind. Beijing Forum believes in promoting and safeguarding the progress of human society through peaceful integration of civilizations. Beijing Forum embraces three characteristics. Firstly, it is an international assembly based in Peking University but open to Asia and the world at large, gathering world-class scholars. Secondly, it is an academic conference exploring the relationship between the world civilizations and social development. Thirdly, it is an influential forum aimed at the public good, attracting close attention from the world academia. Beijing Forum, initiated in 2004, has been held annually for eighth consecutive years. So far it has witnessed the involvement of a total of over 2,900 participants including well known politicians and noted scholars from approximately sixty countries and regions around the world. With the support and assistance from all concerned, Beijing Forum has gradually become one of the most influential academic forums in the international humanities and social sciences, which attracts a number of renowned scholars and professionals around the world. The theme of The Harmony of Civilizations and Prosperity for All advocated by the forum is becoming a topic of common concern in the global academic communities, and gaining increasing consensus throughout the field of humanities ad social sciences. Adhering to its goal and the notion of harmony, Beijing Forum will continue to commit itself to promoting the research on humanities and social sciences, facilitating the academic development and social Beijing Forum International Scholar Exchange Fellowship

7 progress of the Asia-Pacific Region and even the whole world. It aims to provide a platform for cross-cultural dialogue on equal basis and to contribute to the harmonious development of all humankind. Shanghai Forum Shanghai Forum is jointly initiated by Fudan University and Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies. The first forum was held during the Centennial Celebration of Fudan University in Shanghai Forum is headquartered in Shanghai, China, and is the most influential annual conference of Fudan University. Each annual conference gathers around 300 delegates under the auspice of KFAS. The forum takes its mission as Concentrating on Asia, Focusing on Hot Issues, Congregating Elites, Promoting Interactions, Enhancing Cooperation and Seeking Consensus, and explores the advantage of Fudan University s comprehensive disciplines to build a communication platform for academic, political and commercial circles, to invites leaders and elites of all fields to dialogue and collaborate, and to provide perspectives and advice for Asia s overall economic, political, social and cultural progress. Under the general theme of Economic Globalization and the Choice of Asia, Shanghai Forum has seen six successful rounds with varied key words for each year. The topics of the past forums were Energy, Finance and IT in 2005, Energy, Currency and Common Market in 2007, Transition, Growth and Welfare in 2008, Crisis, Cooperation and Development in 2009, Reflect, Recover, Restructure in 2010 and Market, Goverment and Global Goverment in Based on previous success, Shanghai Forum now boasts an international influence and recognition, and has made a substantial contribution to the status and development of Fudan University. Through the participation of multiple disciplines, indepth and extensive discussions were made on the critical issues facing the current world and Asia in particular. On the basis of international cooperation, Shanghai Forum will continuously enrich its database, attract internationally eminent institutions and companies to forge a worldleading think tank. In the future, Shanghai Forum will gradually establish itself as an elite forum for discussions on the Asian and global economy, and as a bridge for the cultural and economical exchange and cooperations of Asian countries. 5. Library Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies Library was established in order to provide research materials to KFAS scholarship and fellowship recipients, and to aid research of scholars in social sciences, natural sciences, East Asian studies, computer science and electric engineering. The library s collection includes domestic and foreign academic books, journals, publications of scientific societies, doctoral dissertations, information on leading universities and other study abroad reference materials. Research assistance is also provided for the International Scholar Exchange Fellowship (ISEF) program. Collection Books The Library s collection includes approximately 30,000 books in English, and 4,000 books in Classical Chinese. The majority of English books are on the reading lists of Ph.D. programs in social sciences and natural sciences at leading research universities around the world. Publications and monograph collections cover economics, business, political science, sociology, anthropology, psychology, education, public policy, law, history, physics, mathematics, chemistry, biology and Classical Chinese. Journals The Library holds a collection of periodicals, most of which are academic journals in social sciences and natural sciences. Research/Academic Society Publications Through memberships, the Library collects research publications, research reports, periodicals and newsletters from major research institutions and academic societies in Korea and other countries, such as OECD, IMF, Korea Development Institute, and Korea Institute of Economic Policy. Materials for Studying Abroad Information on Vice Chairperson Liu Yandong of the world s leading universities and their Chinese People s Political Consultafaculties are available at the Library along with syllabuses for top graduate schools. The graduate program information is categorized according to field of study and institution so that scholarship recipients planning to go abroad may prepare for their studies in advance. Services Interlibrary Network Through and inter-library loan system that is networked with Korea Education and Research Information Service (KERIS), Korea Special Library Association (KSLA), and National Digital Science Links (NDSL) offered by the Korea Institute of Science and Technology Information (KISTI), the KFAS Library is able to provide users materials from hundreds of libraries in and outside of Korea. New KFAS building under construction in Yeoksamdong of Seoul Introduction to Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies 5

8 International Scholar Exchange Fellowship The International Scholar Exchange Fellowship(ISEF) program aims to enhance academic exchange and cooperation among international scholars by providing them with an opportunity to visit and stay in Korea for one year(or six months) to conduct research. This program was implemented in 1999, and began supporting scholars in early The first to eleventh cohorts of the ISEF laureates, totaling 573 scholars from Asian countries such as China, Cambodia, India, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Mongolia, Myanmar, Philippines, Russia, Thailand, and Vietnam have safely returned to their home countries after successfully completing their research for a year in Korea. The twelfth cohort, the ISEF laureates for , consisting of fifty-seven scholars from such Asian nations as Cambodia, China, India, Kazakhstan, Laos, Malaysia, Mongolia and Vietnam safely arrived in Korea this past August. They have successfully embarked upon, and are currently conducting their proposed research in collaboration with their host scholars at nine major universities and research institutions in Korea. Recently, the West has shown a growing sense of awareness in traditional Asian culture and ideas through their reflection on Western civilization. As evidenced by such development, Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies believes that, in the 21 st century, a new culture in which Asian values and thoughts interact with Western ideas will play a vital role. Thus, the ISEF Program has been implemented as a no-strings-attached research support program to help other countries Arrival of the ISEF Laureates 6 International Scholar Exchange Fellowship

9 Profile of Fellowship Laureates 348 Country China Cambodia India Indonesia Kazakhstan Laos Economics Business Political Science Public Administration Law Sociology Education Psychology Anthropology Journalism Geography History Philosophy Energy IT Life Science Total Malaysia Mongolia Myanmar Philippines Russia Thailand Vietnam Total Vice Minister Hao Ping of the Ministry of Education, PR China make reciprocal and balanced advancements with Korea to prepare for the 21 st century when Asian countries are expected to play a prominent role in world affairs. To this end, the Foundation is inviting qualified scholars from other countries and supporting them to conduct research at leading universities or research institutions in Korea. The fellowship brings a select number of scholars every year to Korea. The number of fellowship laureates vary from year to year. The fellowship provides comprehensive research expenses, which includes a research stipend, initial settlement support, publication support, round-trip airfare, and overseas travellers insurance. During the fellowship period in Korea, the laureates enjoy full access to the Foundation s facilities, such as seminar rooms and the library to help them conduct their research. Currently, this program focuses only on scholars from Asia, the Middle East, the Far East, and we are interested in inviting outstanding scholars in the fields of humanities, social sciences, petrochemical engineering, electrical engineering (electronic science), telecommunications, computer science and life science. Following the Foundation s tradition in honoring the freedom of scholarship, researchers are given the freedom of choosing research subjects within the given fields. The Foundation screening panel only considers the quality of stated research proposals in selecting the fellowship laureates, not the laureates subjects. In order to enhance understanding of Korean language, culture and society, the Foundation organizes Korean language classes and seminars, as well as trips to various cultural sites, industrial facilities, and academic/research institutions for the ISEF laureates. International Scholar Exchange Fellowship 7

10 Prospectus of International Scholar Exchange Fellowship for the year Purpose The purpose of International Scholar Exchange Fellowship program is to enhance international exchange and cooperation in learning to promote mutual understanding and academic advancement among various cultural groups. To this end, Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies supports academically qualified scholars who wish to carry out advanced research at leading universities or research institutions in Korea. 2. Fields of Research Humanities and social sciences Economics Business administration Political science Public administration Law Sociology Energy related fields Education Psychology Anthropology Journalism Geography Philosophy History Petrochemical engineering and related fields Information science and technology Electrical engineering(electronic science) Telecommunications Computer science and related fields Life science * Those in fields other than specified are not eligible to apply. 3. Number of Supported Fellows Approximately 50 fellows per year, depending upon the availability of qualified applicants 4. Eligible Applicants University faculty members and institutional researchers from countries in Asia and the Middle East Those not eligible: - Persons already researching in Korea - Persons whose prime interest is to teach in Korea 5. Qualification of Applicants Those who are 50 years of age or younger, as of submission deadline Those who have a doctoral degree Applicants should be able to carry out research in English or Korean 6. Research period 1 Year Months Application Materials 1) Application form (online application) 2) Statement of proposed activity 3) Three letters of recommendation 4) Certificate of Employment 5) Typical research performance: 2 books, or 2 research papers, or 1 book and 1 research paper (an abstract in English within 300 words must be submitted for each book or research paper) 8. Submission of Application 1) China Applicants from institutions where (ARC) is located must submit the application documents to the center. Applicants from institutions without (ARC) must submit the application documents directly to KFAS. 2) Cambodia, Laos, Mongolia, Myanmar, Thailand and Vietnam Applicants must submit the application documents to Asia Research Center (ARC) found in the respective country. 3)Asian countries other than those stated above Applicants must submit the application documents to KFAS. 8 International Scholar Exchange Fellowship

11 9. Selection 1) Initial screening according to field: Preliminary selection by the screening panel consisting of scholars in the field of the applicant's expertise. 2) Comprehensive screening: Final decision through comprehensive screening by Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies Steering Committee. Interviews may be arranged if necessary. A decision on the fellowship application is solely based on the quality of stated research proposal and the applicant's academic potential as expressed in the application. 10. Schedule 1) Application deadline to Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies: February 24, )Announcement of results: March 31, Details of Financial support Research expenses - 2,200,000 won per month (approximately USD 2,000) - 1,000,000 won after successfully submitting a final research paper at the end of the fellowship period The fellowship is valid only to those who enter Korea within one month from the recommended date of entry ISEF Laureates Visit SK Energy Ulsan Complex suggested by the Foundation. Initial settlement support 1,000,000 won (one-time payment) Round trip airfare Economy-class round trip airfare between the airport nearest to the laureate s residential place and Seoul Medical insurance - National health insurance upon request - Overseas traveller s insurance Research expenses provided by the International Scholar Exchange Fellowship Program are provided directly to the laureates, and not to either home institutions or hosting institutions. 12. Research support program Access to the Library ISEF laureates have access to Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies library so that they may use the general library and reference materials necessary for the stated research projects. Lending of Study Facilities Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies seminar room, lecture rooms, and other academic resources will be made available for academic events which are related to the stated research project. Prior reservations may be necessary to secure study facilities. Research Activities Support Program To promote participation in meetings, seminars, discussion meetings, and colloquiums so that the laureates may facilitate their own research ideas through interaction with other scholars. Korean Language Class Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies operates Korean classes for ISEF laureates for whom the language lessons will provide a basis for better understanding the Korean Roger Myerson, people and society during 2007 Nobel Laureate in Economics, their stay. The giving a keynote Korean language class is speech at Beijing offered in two or three classes. The classes are offered from September to July of the following year. In August, there is a speech contest in the Korean language for the laureates. Cultural Tours Cultural tours are provided three times during the one year of research for ISEF laureates. The laureates will visit major cities and cultural areas of Korea to learn about Korean history and traditions. Industrial Site Visits Visits to prominent industrial sites and research centers will provide ISEF laureates with an opportunity to learn about the industrial development of Korea, which will deepen their understanding of the Korean society. 13. Presentation of research report Interim progress report The fellowship laureates are required to submit progress reports on the proposed research project on November 15, February 15, and May 15. Final research paper The fellowship laureates are also required to submit the research paper on the basis of their research conducted during the fellowship period by August 15, 2013 in order to conclude their research project during the fellowship period in Korea. The format of the final research paper should follow internationally acceptable styles in academia. Prospectus of ISEF for the year

12 Contact Information 14. Laureate s obligations ISEF laureates in Busan, Korea The fellowship laureate shall devote herself/himself to the stated research project in their application, without committing to any other type of employment without the approval of Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies. The fellowship laureate is not permitted to be a lecturer of a regular class that is part of the curriculum of a university or research institution. The fellowship laureate shall not perform any act in violation of any laws of Korea during the fellowship study period. The fellowship laureate shall not receive any other financial support in addition to the research expenses provided by the International Scholar Exchange Fellowship Program. The fellowship laureate shall reside in Korea for the fellowship period, and she/ he shall not go out of Korea temporarily at her/his discretion without any prior approval by Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies. The fellowship laureate shall return to her/his home institution after the fellowship period expires. Failure to comply with the abovementioned regulations specified as Laureate s Obligations may result in disadvantages or expulsion of the laureate from the Program. China Beijing Foreign Studies University Information Center for Worldwide Asia Research 2 North Xisanhuan Avenue Beijing , China T E. icwar@bfsu.edu.cn Chinese Academy of Social Sciences International Cooperation Bureau No. 5 Jianguomennei Dajie Beijing , China T , 6143 Communication University of China Asia Media Research Center No.1, East Street, Dingfuzhuang Chaoyang District, Beijing , China T E. amc@cuc.edu.cn Fudan University Guanghua Building 603 Sub.East Section 220 Handan Road, Shanghai , China T E. jinguangyao@fudan.edu.cn Liaoning University No.66 Chongshan Zhong Road, Huanggu District, Shenyang, Liaoning , China T E. arclnu@lnu.edu.cn Nankai University 94 Weijin Road, Tianjin , China T E. arnk@nankai.edu.cn Peking University Asia Pacific Research Institute RM.216, 1 st Courtyard, Beijing , China T E. apri@pku.edu.cn Renmin University of China, International Office No.59 Zhongguancun Street Haidian District, Beijing , China T E. wsc_hmt@ruc.edu.cn Tsinghua University Wenxilou 107, Beijing , China T E. jysbgs@mail.tsinghua.edu.cn Yanbian University No.977 Gongyuan Road Yanji, Jilin , China T E. meihuali70@yahoo.com.cn Zhejiang University No.48, Tianmushan Road Hangzhou, Zhejiang , China T E. jinjianren@hotmail.com Cambodia Royal Academy of Cambodia Russian Federation Blvd., P.O.Box 553 Phnom Penh, Cambodia T E. arc_racademy@yahoo.com Laos National University of Laos Dongdok Campus, POB 7322 Vientiane, Lao PDR T E. nuol-arc@nuol.edu.la, bouadam06@yahoo.com Mongolia National University of Mongolia POB 46A - 523, Ikh surguuliin gudamj-1 Rm 213A, Ulaanbaatar, , Mongolia T E. research@num.edu.mn Myanmar Yangon University Convocation Road, Kamaryut Towrship Yangon Union of Myanmar T E. arcyu@mptmail.com.mm Thailand Chulalongkorn University Room 204, Jamjuri 1 Bldg., 2 nd Floor Phyathai Road, Pathumwan Bangkok Thailand T E. arckfas@chula.ac.th Vietnam Vietnam National University, Hanoi Room No. 504, 5 th Fl., Headquarter Bld. 144 Xuan Thuy Rd., Cau Giay District Hanoi, Vietnam T E. arc@vnu.edu.vn arc.vnu.edu.vn 10 International Scholar Exchange Fellowship

13 Application Information and Instructions How to Apply Online Please carefully read the following information and instructions before applying online. Order of Online Application 1. Confirmation of eligibility 2. Log in( 3. Completion of online application form (filling out necessary information, preparing research proposal, attaching files) 4. Submission of supplementary documents (three recommendation letters, two pieces of research performance) 5. Confirmation of application process 1. What to Prepare before Applying 1) Check your eligibility to apply Thoroughly read Prospectus of the International Scholar Exchange Fellowship(ISEF) for the year to make sure that you meet all requirements concerning the field of research, eligibility, and region/country. Those that do not meet such requirements will be rejected without notice. 2) Become a KFAS member to log in Those who are eligible to apply for the ISEF program must first go to the KFAS website at and join to become a member. Once you become a KFAS member, an authentication number will be sent to the address that was provided. The authentication number must be entered the first time you log in. Please make sure there are no spaces preceding and/or proceeding the authentica- Shanghai Forum 2011 Application Information and Instructions 11

14 tion number when it is entered. Only the authentication number must be entered. The authentication number is only needed the first time you log in. James A. Mirrlees, Afterwards, you 1996 Nobel Laureate in Economics, your ID and pass- need to only enter giving a keynote word. Make sure speech at Shanghai you enter the correct address when you become a member. 2. Online Application 1) Completing the application form From the main page of the KFAS website (www. kfas. or. kr), you may click Go to ISEF Application on the right hand side. You may also go to International Academic Program and then go to ISEF to click ISEF Application. Those from an institution where an (ARC) is established may go to the ARC homepage to click the appropriate menu. The ISEF Application section of the website is made of three pages: Personal Information, Academic Information, and Additional Information. Only after completing each page, you may be able to save the information entered. You cannot save an incompletely entered page. After saving all three pages, the application form is complete. All items must be entered in English. For applicants from China, Chinese may be entered in some cases but always along with English. Required fields (marked with a red dot) must be entered in order that you move to the next item. In the middle of the Personal Information page, you must select the (ARC) that applies to you. In case of Chinese applicants, please select your home institution. For those from Cambodia, Laos, Mongolia, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam, please select the ARC that represents your country. (refer to page 10 for institutions where ARCs are established) Only those that acquire ARC approval may proceed to the KFAS evaluation and selection. If you do not belong to an ARC, please select Korea. If you apply without indicating which ARC you belong to even though you belong to one, the application will not be considered for evaluation. Online applications that are sent to KFAS cannot be sent to ARCs. After completing the application form, you may temporarily save the entered information to come back later and make corrections. You may log in and check the information at My Page. After you make the final submission, you will not be able to change any of the entered information. Every question must be answered completely and carefully. 2) Completing your research proposal and attaching documents Applicants should organize their proposals to address the following items and attach the document at the end of the application process. First of all, prepare the proposal including the following information on separate A4 sheets. A minimum of three A4 sheets (Standard Times New Roman font 12 pt, The autumn cultural trip for the ISEF laureates single-spaced) is required. - Motivation and need for the project: Be specific about your specialized academic interest within the field. - Background: Place your research project in an academic context by referring to major works by other scholars on the topic. A selected bibliography may be attached in order to specify the background of your proposed project. Also describe how your proposed research plan is related to your previous study/research and fits your future academic goals. - Objectives: Write a clear and detailed description of your proposed research objectives. - Scope, design and methodology: Describe the scope, design and research methods of the proposed research project. - Schedule: Explain how your project can be completed within the time period of this fellowship. - Significance: Explain the significance of the proposed project for the academic field, your own professional development and home country. - Plan for dissemination: Describe plans for dissemination of results both in your home country and elsewhere. - Publications: A complete listing of all publications should be included in this section and must be translated into English. Use the standard format for 12 International Scholar Exchange Fellowship

15 checked at My Page. Academic Seminars held by ISEF laureates bibliographic citation. At the beginning of your proposal, indicate your full name, affiliation, field of research, and topic of proposed research. Only electronic files that end in doc, docx, pdf, and ppt may be attached. The file name should be your full name.(e.g.wang Lei.doc) 3) Attaching your photo Please attach your recent portrait shot.(e.g. passport photo) 3. Supplementary Documents to be Submitted After completing the online application form, you must submit three recommendation letters and two pieces of research results to KFAS by post. However, if you belong to an ARC in China or belong to a country where an ARC is found (Cambodia, Laos, Mongolia, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam), you must submit the documents to the ARC. After an initial screening at ARCs, documents that belong to eligible applicants will then be sent to KFAS from ARCs. 1) Recommendation Letters An application to the ISEF program reguires three recommendations. You may download the format at the KFAS homepage. (Community-Download) Please follow the instructions given on the recommendation form. At least one recommendation should come from a source not affiliated with your institution. Recommendation should come from those who are in a position to comment on your abilities and qualifications to carry out the stated research project in Korea and its value in relation to your research and teaching responsibilites in your country. If a recommender is Korean, he/she may write in Korean and submit directly to KFAS. 2) Typical Research Performance Two pieces of research performance that best illustrate your work(i.e. books or research papers) must be submitted. An English abstract within 300 words each shall be attached. 3) Certificate of Employment 4. Confirmation of Application Process After submitting your application form, you may check the progress at My Page. Admission will be announced on March 31, 2012, which may also be 5. Host Institution in Korea You may attach a copy of the letter of appointment, if available, from the host institution in Korea along with your other documents. If such an arrangement with an institution in Korea is not available at the time of application, please list your preference in order of priority and, upon your award of the fellowship, contact Korea scholars to arrange your research affiliation, then inform us of the arrangements as soon as your research affiliation is set up. KFAS will advise and cooperate with you so that placement, housing, and other arrangements at the institutions you suggest can be made. 6. Important Notice 1) All documents must reach KFAS by the application deadline in order to be considered for the following academic year, which begins in September. 2) All communications, including questions about your application, should be sent to the (ARC) in the applicant s respective country or to KFAS. 3) If an application form is not completely filled out and/or is not accompanied by proper documents, the applicant may be rejected without notice. 4) All submitted documents will not be returned to applicants. 5) Upon being accepted as an ISEF laureate, he/she may be cancelled from the program if he/she is found to have provided incorrect information. Application Information and Instructions 13

16 Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies Hakdong-ro 11 gil 6, Gangnam-gu, Seoul , Korea Tel: Fax: http: //