Myongji University

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Myongji University, a private institution with campuses in Seoul and Yongin, is well-regarded for its strong programs in Architecture, Engineering, Business Administration, and Arts & Design. The university emphasizes practical education and industry-academia cooperation, preparing students for real-world challenges. For international students, Myongji offers a welcoming environment supported by its Office of International Affairs, which facilitates exchange programs, visiting student opportunities, and dedicated Korean language programs. While instruction is primarily in Korean, a growing number of English-taught courses are available, especially in graduate programs, ensuring a diverse learning experience. A distinctive characteristic is its dual campus system, with the Seoul campus focusing on humanities and social sciences, and the Yongin campus on natural sciences and engineering.

Background

Myongji University (Korean: 명지대학교) is a private, Christian university founded in 1948 in South Korea. It provides higher education in the fields of engineering, sciences and humanities. It has two campuses: the Social Science Campus is located in Seoul and the Natural Science Campus is in Yongin which is 35 kilometres (22 mi) south of the capital. It consists of 10 colleges, 42 departments, seven faculties and eight specialized postgraduate programs. Myongji University has been a center for practical humanism over the past half century, and is operating various and practical globalization programs while having exchange with 150 universities in 22 countries.

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