Maldives
Dream Together Master Programme (2026–2028)
Seoul National University, Republic of Korea
The Maldives Olympic Committee (MOC) is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the Dream Together Master Programme (DTM) 2026–2028, conducted by Seoul National University (SNU) under the Global Sport Management Graduate Programme.
The Dream Together Master Programme is a prestigious global sport development initiative designed to strengthen international sport cooperation and develop future leaders in sport management. The programme is supported by the Korean Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Sports Promotion Foundation.
Programme Overview
Degree Awarded: Master’s Degree in Sport Management – Seoul National University
Programme Structure:
- 36-credit graduate programme
- Comprehensive curriculum covering sport governance, marketing, finance, law, communication, development, international sport management and related areas
- Includes team project and individual thesis component
Duration:
August 2026 – June 2028
Participants will spend approximately 17 months in the Republic of Korea, followed by a thesis completion period in their home country.
Language of Instruction:
All courses are conducted in English.
Scholarship Coverage
The programme offers a full scholarship, which includes:
- Tuition fees
- Monthly living expenses
- International airfare
- Health insurance
- Academic and sport-related field activities
Academic Structure
The 36-credit curriculum provides an integrated and comprehensive approach to sport management. Coursework covers key areas including:
- Sport governance and international sport management
- Sport marketing and sponsorship
- Sport finance and economics
- Sport law and arbitration
- Sport media and communication
- Sport development and cooperation
The programme includes both team-based projects and an individual master’s thesis.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be former or current sport administrators or athletes
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree or higher (in any field)
- Demonstrate sufficient proficiency in English (spoken and written)
- Show strong potential, motivation, and commitment to sport management and sport development
Application Requirements
All documents must be submitted in English.
Applicants are required to submit:
- Completed Application Form
- Personal Statement and Study Plan
- Two Letters of Recommendation
- Official Undergraduate Transcript
- Bachelor’s Degree Certificate
- Copy of Passport
- Proof of English Proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS or equivalent)
- Curriculum Vitae
- Certificate of Employment (if applicable)
- Any additional supporting documentation as required
Application forms and detailed guidelines will be made available upon request from the Maldives Olympic Committee.
Submission Deadline
All complete applications must be submitted to the Maldives Olympic Committee no later than 10 March 2026. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications should be submitted via email to: [email protected] (Copy to: [email protected])
For further information, please contact Maldives Olympic Committee at +960 3346640.
