Bachelor's Degree Examination for Self-Education


Bachelor's Degree Examination for Self-Education makes it possible to obtain a bachelor's degree without attending a regular college or university by passing the examination administered by the government.
The Constitution of the Republic of Korea states the government should promote lifelong education. To actualize this, "the Law of Bachelor’s Degree Examination for Self-Education" was established on 7 April 1990.

History

Three major fields were closed because of the decrease in the number of applicants. But, those who already passed more than a course in the three major fields are still allowed to apply for their further examinations.
Childhood education is established only in the 3rd and the final examination and Nursing is established only in the final examination because it needs practicum.

Process

There are 4 exams for obtaining a bachelor's degree. Applying for each exam requires. For example, a person who is eligible to apply for the second exam doesn't need to pass the first exam.
Each exam is held once a year, which means that it takes at least a year to obtain a bachelor's degree.