Bachelor in School of Transdisciplinary Studies

KAIST (Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology) in Yuseong-gu, South Korea offers a bachelor's degree through its School of Transdisciplinary Studies, taught in English over four years with a September intake. Transdisciplinary studies programs are designed to combine engineering fundamentals with perspectives from design, entrepreneurship, and the humanities, moving away from a single traditional engineering major toward a more integrated curriculum. Students typically work on project-based coursework that requires them to draw on multiple fields at once, such as combining technical problem-solving with design thinking or business considerations, rather than studying engineering in isolation. This approach suits students interested in innovation and product development, where the ability to connect engineering knowledge with user needs, design, and market context matters as much as technical depth alone. Coursework can include programming, basic engineering science, design methodology, and collaborative studio projects, giving students practice working across disciplinary boundaries on open-ended problems. Graduates from this kind of program often pursue careers in technology startups, product design, innovation teams within larger companies, or roles that bridge engineering and business functions. South Korea's active startup and technology sector provides a relevant environment for graduates seeking to apply transdisciplinary engineering skills in new ventures or corporate innovation groups. Being part of KAIST connects students to a research-intensive institution with strong ties to industry and entrepreneurship support, complementing the classroom-based transdisciplinary curriculum. English-medium instruction makes this four-year program accessible to international students interested in a less conventional, cross-disciplinary engineering education in South Korea.