Are you ready to become a leader in innovation and intellectual property? Do you want to pursue your master’s degree in South Korea with a fully funded scholarship? The KDI School of Public Policy and Management, in collaboration with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), is offering a fully funded scholarship for the Master of Intellectual Property and Development Policy (MIPD) program for the Spring 2027 semester.

This is an exceptional opportunity for ambitious individuals to gain expertise in intellectual property and development policy, studying at a premier institution with students from around the world. The MIPD program is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the complex intersection of intellectual property and economic development.

Important Details

• Program: Master of Intellectual Property and Development Policy (MIPD)
• Host Institution: KDI School of Public Policy and Management
• Sponsors: World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and KDIS
• Location: South Korea
• Program Duration: 3 Academic Terms (Approximately 1 Year)
• Application Period: June 1, 2026, 09:00 (KST) to July 31, 2026, 18:00 (KST)
• Classes Start: Early February 2027
• Type of Study: Full-time Master’s Program

Financial Benefits

This scholarship offers comprehensive financial support, allowing you to focus entirely on your studies. The benefits include:

• Full Tuition coverage
• Airfare coverage
• Monthly Stipend
• Other benefits as specified by the program

Academic Program and Concentrations

To graduate from the MIPD program, students must complete a minimum of 36 credits, which includes a research project. The program offers the following concentrations:

• 1st Concentration: Intellectual Property and Innovation Policy
• 2nd Concentration (Optional): Available for all concentrations except the Intellectual Property concentration.

Eligibility

To be considered for the MIPD program and scholarship, applicants must meet specific requirements, particularly regarding English proficiency.

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree.
• Demonstrate English language proficiency by meeting one of the following minimum scores (tests must be taken within two years prior to the application deadline):
  • TOEFL (iBT, including Home Edition): 72 (Note: For tests taken from Jan. 21, 2026, the minimum score is 4)
  • IELTS (including Online): 6.0
  • OPIC: IM3
  • TEPS: 286
  • Duolingo: 100

Exemption: Applicants who have received their Bachelor’s degree or higher from the following countries are automatically exempt from submitting an English Proficiency Test Score: Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Canada, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, Malta, New Zealand, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, United Kingdom, and the United States.

Required Documents

Ensure you prepare all the necessary documents for your application. The required documents include:

• Online Application: Submitted via apply.kdischool.ac.kr
• Online Statement of Purpose: Consists of 5 questions depending on the program
• Bachelor’s Diploma: Must be in English (Submit Master’s degree diploma as well, if applicable)
• Bachelor’s Transcript: Must be in English (Submit Master’s academic transcript as well, if applicable)
• Two Letters of Recommendation: Submitted through the online system
• Standardized English Test Report: Must be valid (generally within 2 years)
• Proof of Employment: Optional
• Photo: Required

How to Apply

The application process for the MIPD program requires submission to two separate institutions. You must complete both applications to be considered.

1. KDI School Application: Submit your online application via the KDI School’s Online Application System: https://apply.kdischool.ac.kr
2. WIPO Application Portal: Apply through the WIPO Application Portal. Click here for the WIPO portal

For detailed information, including the official pre-notice, please visit the official KDI School announcement: Official Link

For Inquiries: Please contact mipdadm@kdischool.ac.kr

FAQ

Q1: Do I need to apply to both KDI School and WIPO? A: Yes, it is mandatory to submit applications to both the KDI School’s Online Application System and the WIPO Application Portal to be considered for the program.

Q2: I received my Bachelor’s degree in Canada. Do I still need to submit an IELTS or TOEFL score? A: No, applicants who received their Bachelor’s degree or higher from Canada (and several other listed countries like the US, UK, Australia, etc.) are automatically exempt from submitting an English proficiency test score.

Q3: Is work experience required for this program? A: Providing proof of employment is listed as an “Optional” requirement in the document list, so it is not strictly mandatory, but it may strengthen your application if you have relevant experience.

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