Moojo Kim

Born and raised in Korea, I had the unique opportunity to attend NLCS Jeju, an international boarding school that introduced me to a wide range of cultures and perspectives. Surrounded by students and teachers from all over the world, I learned to think critically and communicate across cultures from a young age.

Academically, I followed the IGCSE and International Baccalaureate (IB) curricula, both of which emphasized independent research, inquiry-based learning, and time management. Through this, I gained experience writing in-depth coursework and Internal Assessments (IAs), often balancing multiple deadlines while actively participating in a variety of extracurricular activities — including academic competitions, leadership roles, and creative projects — where I was fortunate to earn numerous awards and recognition.

After graduating, I went on to study Engineering at the University of Cambridge, where I completed my first year. The rigorous academic environment there deepened my problem-solving skills and analytical thinking. Following that, I took a leave of absence to fulfill my military service in Korea, where I was selected and trained as a drill instructor at the ROK Army Training Center. In that role, I was responsible for leading and training new recruits, maintaining strict discipline, and ensuring their physical and mental readiness — a demanding but deeply formative experience that developed my leadership, resilience, and sense of responsibility. These diverse experiences have shaped me into someone who is adaptable, globally aware, and committed to personal and collective growth.