Transfers to schools offering the same degree level are generally allowed, except for the following cases
Individuals are allowed to change their degree program under the following conditions: The individual has graduated (or is expected to graduate) from their current university. Moving to a lower degree level does not exceed the maximum allowable total stay period for the D-2 visa and allows sufficient time for graduation. The change is to one of the specified majors.
※ (Example) A foreign student on a master's program (D-2-3 visa) expects to graduate within 2 years. If the total maximum stay for the D-2 visa is 5 years, and the student can complete a bachelor's program in AI-related studies within the remaining 3 years, the D-2 visa can be maintained while pursuing this new degree program.
| Category | Major Classification | Key Related Majors (Examples) |
|---|---|---|
| Science and Engineering | IT·Electricity·Electronics·Machinery·Computer·Telecommunication·Information Security | IT·Electricity·Electronics·Machinery·Computer·Telecommunication·Information Security, AI Computer Information, AI Semiconductor Convergence, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Information Communication, Semiconductor Electronics, Information Security, Display Electronics Engineering, Cyber Security, Computer Information, etc. |
| AI·Robotics·Automobiles·Shipbuilding·Aviation Drones·Railroad Engineering | AI Convergence Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical and Automotive Engineering, Automotive Robotics, Ship Machinery Engineering, Aviation Electronics Maintenance, Drone Mechanics, Aviation Maintenance Technology, Railroad Electrical Engineering, Railroad Construction, etc. | |
| Life·Environment·Chemistry·Science·Energy·Industrial Safety Engineering | Bio-Life Sciences, Food Life Sciences, Bio-Chemical Engineering, Health and Environmental Engineering, Environmental Safety and Health Engineering, Energy Materials Science, Chemical Energy Engineering, Renewable Energy Electrical Engineering, etc. | |
| Industries with Workforce Shortages, Related Fields | Agriculture·Livestock·Fisheries | Smart Farming and Urban Agriculture, Smart Return to Farming and Rural Areas, Horticulture, Crop Science, Livestock Science, Livestock Studies, Livestock Resources, Forest Landscaping, Smart Marine Aquaculture, etc. |
| Construction·Manufacturing | Construction Environment, Civil Engineering and Construction, Specialized Construction Machinery, Construction Information, Smart Machinery Convergence, 3D Printing Mold Engineering, etc. | |
| Root Industries·Shipbuilding and Marine | Steel Industry, Steel and Metal Engineering, Mold Design, Materials Engineering, Ship Technology, Ship Machinery Engineering, etc. | |
| Elderly Care Related Fields | Care·Nursing·Caregiving | Elderly Welfare, Silver Welfare, Human Welfare, Social Welfare, Human Welfare Services, Elderly Health and Welfare, etc. |
| K-CULTURE , Culture and Arts Related Fields | K-Pop·K-Beauty·K-Food·Korean Culture | K-Pop, K-Theater/Film/Musical, K-Beauty, K-Pop Music Production, Beauty Coordinator, Hanbok Culture Content, Global Food Management, Global Korean Culture, Digital Culture Content, etc. |
