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Program

Overview

The Foundation Program

Alumni Support Program

Program

Overview

The Academy Program

The Foundation Program

Alumni Support Program

The Foundation Program

Discover your full potential

starting with Foundation.

Your first step toward a personal pathway. Foundation is a 4–6 week experience — short but powerful —designed to give you a bold introduction to the Academy’s core. It’s where you unlock your full potential, immersing yourself in a fast-paced, high-impact version of the program. The possibilities you discover here will fuel your pathway forward — helping you grow with confidence as you take on the full Academy experience.

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Qualifications

Anyone aged 19 and over.

*Eligibility is based on your age as of March 1, 2026.

Program

A brand-new short program.

Powered by Apple.

A brand-new short program.

Powered by Apple.

A glimpse into the Academy. A step toward your pathway. Foundation gives you a short, immersive experience of how we learn at the Academy — helping you discover your potential and prepare for the full 9-month journey ahead.

A short-term program that starts right after selection. No waiting — just your chance to dive into the Academy, fast. Foundation runs for 4 to 6 weeks and begins immediately after acceptance.

Small groups. Big impact. For those who value close communication in diverse, tight-knit teams. At Foundation, you’ll connect with a select group of learners — each on a unique journey to find their own pathway. With close mentorship and shared purpose, you’ll take your first meaningful step into the Academy.

“It was great to experience not just a part of app development, but the entire process from start to finish. What stood out the most was constantly communicating with my teammates — sharing ideas, adjusting directions, and growing together. I learned so much through that.”

Cohort 2024 Foundation Alumni

The best time to apply?

Right now.

Why apply to Foundation?

Light and simple

4–6 week

learning journey
Unlock your full potential.

Define your own pathway.

A glimpse into the Academy

powered by the Apple ecosystem.

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Full scholarship.

The latest Apple devices.

Free loan.

Open to anyone 19 or older with no travel restrictions.1

Eligibility may vary by program.1

Built for optimal learning.

100%
Face to face education

POSTECH C5

Foundation, in every shape and style.

Which one is yours?

Curious about the Apple ecosystem and app development

Shorter program period
Foundation Program
for Everyone.

Open to anyone aged 19 and over— no coding experience needed. This five-week intensive program offers a hands-on introduction to iOS app development and Apple’s Challenge Based Learning. With close support from mentors, you’ll explore technology, tackle creative challenges, and grow your skills in meaningful ways. If you’re curious about building apps and solving real-world problems, this is your place to start.

Exclusively for university students in Pohang

Foundation Program for Summer Semester .

Join a three-week summer group and experience something more than a seasonal course. Earn credits while diving deep into the iOS app development cycle and Challenge Based Learning — all within the Apple ecosystem.

More ways to explore.

Apps
 Discover more ways to learn — with Foundation.

Looking for a Foundation program designed for your group?

Get in touch: developer.academy@postech.ac.kr

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A 9-month journey to build your own professional pathway  — alongside 200 diverse learners from across Korea and beyond.

A 4–6 week journey to prepare your own pathway — alongside a select group, fully immersed in the Academy experience.

Tailored curriculum optimized for diverse backgrounds, needs, and levels.

A short-form, group-based experience — designed to preview how we learn at the Academy.

An exceptional team of mentors — always by your side. From programming and design to app marketing and business, our mentors are on site to support your personal pathway, every step of the way.

Close-knit mentoring in small groups guides you to new possibilities and untapped potential.

18 Academies. 8 Countries.

One Global Community of Excellence.

Connect and learn with Apple Specialists — both online and in person.

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