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Technology and Society

Program

The Accelerated BS/MS program offers a streamlined pathway for high-achieving SUNY Korea TSM undergraduate students to earn both their bachelor's and master's degrees within five years by counting graduate-level courses taken during their senior year toward both degrees.
Anyone who has questions regarding the program, please contact the department's graduate program director.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Current Major: Technology and Society Undergraduate Students.
  • Current Academic Standing: Last semester of junior year.
  • Cumulative GPA: 3.00 or higher at the time of application.
  • Prerequisite Coursework: EST 202, EST 391, and EST 393 (combined GPA on these three courses ≥ 3.25)
  • Timeline Constraint: Students must have two semesters remaining to complete graduate courses.

Required Documentation

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV): Detailed research and academic profile.
  • Statement of Purpose: Please include the following information:
    • Max. 3 pages detailing relevant experience,
    • Goals: short-term, long-term
    • Wanted accomplishments with MS.
  • Transcript: Most recent unofficial academic transcript.
  • Recommendation Letters: At least two letters are required.

    * At least one letter must be from a current DTS faculty member, sent directly to the department.

Key Accelerated Pathway Courses

To fulfill the accelerated transition smoothly, students transition into core TSM graduate courses during their remaining semesters:

Key Accelerated Pathway Courses - Course Code, Course Title, Graduate Credits
Course Code Course Title Graduate Credits
EST 581 Decision-making in Technology Settings 3 credits
EST 582 Socio-Technological Systems 3 credits

The MS program prepares students for leadership in technology, policy, and systems-based organizations.
Anyone who has questions regarding the program, please contact the department's graduate program director.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Degree: Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, mathematics, policy, or a related field.
  • GPA: Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.00.
  • Letters: Three letters of recommendation.
  • English: TOEFL minimum 85 / IELTS overall 6.5 (no band below 6.0).

Required Documentation

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV): Detailed research and academic profile.
  • Statement of Purpose: Academic goals, research interests, and career plans.
  • Transcripts: Undergraduate transcripts (only official is allowed).
  • Recommendations: At least three letters, including one from academic faculty.

Core Required Courses (15 Credits)

To fulfill the accelerated transition smoothly, students transition into core TSM graduate courses during their remaining semesters:

Core Required Courses - Course Code, Course Title, Graduate Credits
Course Code Course Title Graduate Credits
EMP 501 Leadership 3 credits
EST 581 Decision-making in Technology Settings 3 credits
EST 502 Ethical Decisions in Engineering, Computer Science 3 credits
EST 582 Socio-Technological Systems 3 credits
EST 590 Seminar for MS, TSM Students 3 credits
EST 598 Master’s Project (Supervised by faculty) 0 credit

Areas of Concentration

Areas of Concentration - Concentration, Focus
Concentration Focus
Technology Management
Available in SUNY Korea		 Project management, engineering economics, leadership in tech organization
Resilience & Sustainability
Not available in SUNY Korea		 Infrastructure resilience, sustainable systems, and risk-informed decision-making
Educational Technology
Not available in SUNY Korea		 Design of digital learning systems, multimedia instruction, and distance education innovation

Master’s Project Requirement

Develop an applied project with faculty-supervised deliverables.

Graduate Admissions

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The PhD program in Technology, Policy, and Innovation is designed for researchers in socio-technical systems, technology governance, and innovation policy.
If a student joins the program, the student will be required to visit Stony Brook University (SBU) to complete their required courses (SOC/POL: 501 & 502) for Part B and prepare for Part A.
If the student earned 21 credits toward their PhD program, the 7-year time limit will begin and the student will be required to complete their PhD within the time.
Anyone who has questions regarding the program, please contact the department's graduate program director.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Degree Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, mathematics, policy, or a related field.

    *Note: A master's degree is not required for the TPI PhD program. Direct PhD is available.

  • GPA: Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.00 and strong academic preparation.
  • Letters of Recommendation: Three academic or research references.
  • Research Preparedness: Evidence of prior academic research experience or relevant project work.
  • English: TOEFL minimum 85 / IELTS overall 6.5 (no band below 6.0).

Required Documentation

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV): Detailed research and academic profile.
  • Statement of Purpose: Research objectives and academic fit with the department.
  • Official Transcripts: Undergraduate and any graduate records.
  • Letters of Recommendation: Three letters from faculty or research supervisors.

    * At least one letter must be from a current DTS faculty member, sent directly to the department.

Areas of Concentration

Areas of Concentration - Focus Area, Description
Focus Area Description
Technology Policy & Innovation Research on regulation, governance, and the social impacts of emerging technologies.

Doctoral Milestones & Exams

1. Parts B (@ SUNY Korea & SBU)

Achieve and complete a 3.70 average in required courses:

  • EST 600, EST 610, EST 625, SOC 501 or POL 501, SOC 502 or POL 502
  • SOC/POL 501 & 502 are not offered at SUNY Korea. Students are required to visit SBU for those courses.

Note 1: Students must pass Part B first and then proceed to Part A.

Note 2: Students must maintain a minimum letter grade of A- on all Part B courses.

2. Part A (@ SBU)

Submit a written report and present original research by the fourth semester.

3. Dissertation Proposal Defense (@ SBU & SUNY Korea)

Defend a written research proposal within 18 months of the qualifying exam.

4. Advancement to Candidacy (@ SUNY Korea)

Advance to G5 status and maintain active research registration.

Graduation & Residency Requirements

  • Dissertation Committee: During SBU visiting, the student is recommended to form a dissertation committee. Generally, the committee members should be 2 from SBU, 2 from SUNY Korea, and at least 1 from an external institution. Advising faculty of the student is not allowed to be a committe chair.
  • Teaching Requirement: Taking a 'Teaching or Practicum Experience' is required for graduation.
  • SBU Residency: Complete at least two consecutive semesters at SBU, as full-time is required for the program.

Graduate Admissions

Explore the admission requirements or start your application to join our graduate programs at SUNY Korea.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

View eligibility criteria, required documents, test requirements, and important deadlines.

VIEW DETAILS

START YOUR APPLICATION

Begin your online application through our secure application portal.

APPLY NOW

* If you have any questions, please contact the Admissions Office at gradadmission@sunykorea.ac.kr