Kyonggi University

About

Kyonggi University is well-known academically for its prominent programs in hospitality, tourism management, fine arts, and computer science, drawing students interested in both creative and applied industries. The university provides a welcoming environment for international students through its dedicated Office of International Affairs, which organizes cultural excursions, Korean language exchange programs, and peer-mentoring initiatives to ease the transition to life in Korea. While degree programs primarily require Korean proficiency, the institution offers an increasing selection of English-taught courses each semester, particularly within its international studies and business curricula. A distinctive characteristic of Kyonggi University is its unique dual-campus structure, which allows students to benefit from both the dynamic urban energy of the Seoul campus and the serene, resource-rich environment of the Suwon main campus.

Background

Kyonggi University (KGU; Korean: 경기대학교) is a private university in South Korea that was established in 1947. Originally established as a school in Seoul, it was eventually expanded and upgraded to a college and then a university. There are two campuses: the main campus in Suwon, Gyeonggi-do, and the Seoul campus in Seodaemun District. It has over 17,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students in the two campuses. KGU has 11 colleges containing 63 programs of study and 12 graduate schools. Kyonggi University's education and research focuses on Tourism, Hospitality, Arts and Design, Business, International Studies, Environmental Engineering, and Architectural Engineering. KGU teaches some of its courses in English. KGU has established partnership with 152 universities in 31 countries. KGU has a Korean language program. Over 650 international students study at KGU.

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