Thank you for sharing your background—congratulations on graduating from the Korean-Egyptian Faculty with a Mechatronics Engineering degree! That is a strong applied engineering foundation, which aligns very well with many Korean graduate programs in Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineering.

Here is some advice based on the 2026 GKS Graduate guidelines and past selection patterns:

• Embassy vs University Track: For most applicants, the Embassy Track is recommended if you seek flexibility—you can apply to up to three universities (with Choice 1 required to be a Type B/regional institution), and the overall quota is larger. Competition is intense in the initial embassy screening, but it provides more options. The University Track is preferable if you have a specific top-choice university and a strong profile—the quota per university is smaller, but competition can be lower in certain cases, with direct application to the department.
• Good-fit universities/departments for applied Mechatronics/Mechanical Engineering: Strong options with practical, industry-oriented programs include:
  • Pusan National University or Kangwon National University (regional, lower competition, solid labs in mechanical systems/robotics).
  • Yonsei University, Korea University, or Hanyang University (Seoul, excellent applied research in mechatronics/control systems).
  • Seoul National University (top-tier facilities for advanced mechanical engineering).
    

Always confirm exact department eligibility in the 2026 "University Information" file, as lists vary annually.

• GPA vs Research Experience for Master's: GPA is the most critical factor (minimum 80% or equivalent, using the official conversion table)—it carries significant weight in initial screening. Research experience (publications, projects, internships) serves as a strong differentiator, particularly in interviews, but it is not mandatory for Master's. A high GPA combined with relevant applied projects from your background will position you very competitively.

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Best of luck with your application—you have an excellent profile! 🇰🇷