Campus
Undergraduate Graduate
Faculty College Department Student Department
Student Master Doctor
Chuncheon 15 87 14,895 80 75 1,590 1,067
Samcheok 4 41 6,444 19 3 79 319
Total 19 128 21,339 99 78 1,669 1,386
Kangwon National University
☞ Address: 1 Kangwondaehak-gil, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do, 200-701 Republic of Korea
☞ Website: http://www.kangwon.ac.kr
I. About KNU
1. KNU History
(1) 1947.06.14 Kangwon provisional Chuncheon Agricultural College established
(2) 1968.03.01 First graduate school founded
(3) 1978.03.01 College promoted to university status as Kangwon National University
(4) 2000.05.18 Kangwon National University Hospital established
(5) 2004.01.10 Kangwon National University Industrial Cooperation Co.
founded
(6) 2006.03.01 Kangwon National University merges with Samcheok University
(7) 2008.03.01 School of Medicine established (8) 2009.03.01 School of Law established
(9) 2009.03.01 Second Samcheok Campus opened 2. Basic Facts about KNU
3. KNU Achievements
(1) Scripps Antibody Research Institute founded.
(2) KNU selected for Metropolitan Finance & Talented People Development Project sponsored by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology (approximately $26.6 million in support over 5 years).
(3) KNU picked for university promotion project (approximately $8 million over 2 years).
(4) KNU tabbed as an excellent institute for human resource development in the public sector for two consecutive years.
(5) KNU selected for Medical & Bio-Materials Research Project (approximately $33 million over 10 years).
(6) Establishment of the only environment friendly Agriculture Research Center in the nation ($11.4 million over 2 years).
(7) KNU selected for Next Generation Core Environment Development Project ($90 million over 7 years).
(8) KNU selected for university education strengthening project for three consecutive years by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology ($16.9 million over a year).
(9) KNU picked for 2010 Forestry Science Technology Development Project ($3 million over 4 years).
(10) KNU selected for IT Convergence Resource Development Project sponsored by the Ministry of Knowledge Economy ($3.6 million over 4 years).
(11) KNU Hospital named as Respiratory Disease Treatment Specialized Center ($24 million over 4 years).
(12) KNU selected for Cyber Fusion Research and Education
Enhancement Project, sponsored by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology ($0.5 million over 3 years).
(13) KNU selected for Korean Government Scholarship Program sponsored by the National Institute for International Education.
(14) KNU ranked top in employment among Korean regional national universities according to 2010 Employment Statistic Survey
conducted by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology.
(15) KNU selected as the only women's ROTC model university in Gangwon Province.
(16) School of Medicine has obtained the certification from the Korea Medical Education Evaluation Agency for 3 years in a row (17) The first university in the nation to obtain the web accessible
quality logo.
4. Campus Life
(1) Health Service Center
Many activities are taking place for the health management of students and faculty, such as medical consultations, administering prescription drugs, tuberculosis examinations, anti-hepatitis inoculations and first-aid medicine for official events.
(2) Cafeterias
Student and faculty cafeterias provide thorough health controls and nutritious diets at affordable prices.
(3) Comprehensive Welfare Facilities
The consumer cooperative runs the following shops to protect the daily consumption of students and faculty and to increase their well-being. (Convenience stores/University book store/Coffee house/Stationery store)
(4) Student Liability Insurance
KNU provides a liability insurance system that pays a certain portion for medical treatment for enrolled students who are injured.
(5) Student Dormitories
KNU operates dormitories that can accommodate 6,800 students with subsidiary facilities and amenities such as reading rooms, TV lounges, weight rooms, computer labs and laundry rooms.
① Chuncheon Campus : Yulgokgwan, Toegyegwan , Dasangwan, Yeojiwon, Nanjiwon, Gukjiwon, Uiamgwan, Hanseogwan, International Dormitory, BTL Dormitory, Global Dormitory
② Samcheok Campus : Eonjang living quarters, Doota living quarters, Haesol living quarters
College Department Business
Administration
Business Administration, Tourism Administration, Accounting, Economics, International Trade & Business
Engineering
Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Energy & Resources Engineering, Advanced Materials Science & Engineering,
Bioengineering and Technology, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical & Mechatronics Engineering
Agriculture and Life Sciences
Applied Plant Sciences, Biological Environment, Regional
Infrastructures Engineering, Horticultural Science, Food Science and Biotechnology, Applied Biology, Biosystems Engineering, Agricultural
& Resource Economics
Animal Life Sciences Animal Resource Science, Animal Life System, Animal Products and Food Science, Animal Biotechnology
Art and Culture Design, Fine Art, Music, Dance, Visual Culture, Storytelling
Education Education
Social Sciences Public Administration, Real Estate, Political Science, Journalism and Mass Communication, Psychology, Sociology, Cultural Anthropology
Forest &
Environmental Sciences
Forest Resources, Forest Biomaterials Engineering, Forest
Management, Landscape Architecture, Paper Science & Engineering, Forest Environment Protection
③ Second Samcheok Campus : Dowon living quarters, Hwangjo living quarters, Jilli living quarters
5. Language Training Institute
Korean language learning program is alternated with the basic text books and dynamic cultural experiences. Therefore, it is an adequate program for foreign students to adapt to Korean life as well as correctly learning standard Korean language.
ll. Application guidelines 1. Academic programs (1) Chuncheon Campus
College Department
Engineering
Civil Engineering, Energy & Resources Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Vehicle Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electric Engineering, Control & Instrumentation Engineering, Chemical Engineering,
Advanced Materials Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Information Communication Engineering, Computer Engineering, Industrial &
Management Engineering, Materials and Metallurgical Engineering
Design Industrial design, Craft & Cultural Product Design, Visual
Communication & Multimedia Design, Interior & Furniture Design
Humanities &
Social Sciences
Public Administration, Regional Economics, English Language & Cultural Studies, Leisure Sports
College Department
Medicine Nursing
Biomedical Science Molecular Bioscience, Bio-Health Technology, Systems Immunology, Medical Biotechnology, Medical Biomaterials Engineering
Humanity Korean Language & Literature, English Language & Literature, German Language & Literature, French Language & Literature, Chinese Language & Literature, Japanese Studies, History, Philosophy
Natural Sciences Mathematics, Information Statistics, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, Geology, Geophysics, Environmental Science
Information Technology
Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering, Computer and Communications Engineering, Computer Science
Division of Sport
Science Sport Science
※ You can find the information about the departments on our website http://www.kangwon.ac.kr/english/menu3/sub_03_01_01.php
(2) Samcheok Campus
※ You can find the information about the departments on our website http://foreign.kangwon.ac.kr/nano/eng/sub02.php
College Department
Engineering Fire Protection Engineering, Disaster Prevention & Safety Engineering, Fire
& Emergency Management, Marine Construction System Engineering
Humanities &
Social Sciences
Broadcasting Visual Media and Technology, Broadcasting Arts &
Entertainment, Tourism, Japanese Language
Oriental Medicine, Public Health &
Welfare
Early Childhood Education, Social Welfare, Food & Nutrition, Herbal Medicine Resource, Emergency Medical Technology, Nursing,
Radiological science, Physical Therapy, Optometry, Dental Hygiene, Occupational Therapy
(3) Second Samcheok Campus
※ You can find the information about the departments on our website http://foreign.kangwon.ac.kr/nano/eng/sub02.php
2. Required Documentation
- Same as documentation required by NIIED 3. Important Notes
- All the students should obtain TOPIK level 4 until graduation 4. Contact Information
(1) Chuncheon Campus
- Tel : 82-33-250-7192, Fax : 82-33-253-1964, - E-mail : enter@kangwon.ac.kr
- Webpage : http://www.kangwon.ac.kr/english (2) Samcheok Campus
- Tel : 82-33-570-6891~2, Fax : 82-33-570-6893 - E-mail : lshstory11@kangwon.ac.kr
- Webpage : http://foreign.kangwon.ac.kr/eng
lll. Why KNU ?
1. Academic Excellency
One of the top 10 national universities with excellent faculties, distinguished programs and highly qualified academic staff.
2. Competitive Tuition Fees and Affordable Living Expenses
KNU Offers competitive tuition fees and affordable living expenses compared to other universities.
3. Vibrant Atmosphere and Friendly People
Experience the vibrant campus community and heart-felt hospitality of your friends, neighbors, citizens, and other international students.
4. Come Enjoy Abundant Nature in ChunCheon
Nestled in serene natural beauty, Chuncheon is one of the most desired weekend getaways to rejuvenate amidst the magnificent scenery of mountains, lakes and clear air.
5. Convenient Transportation
Located at the heart of the Gangwon Province, Chuncheon is approximately 40 minutes away from the Seoul metropolitan area.
6. Exquisite Culture and Food
Come and experience the exquisite varieties of Korean food and culture, including the legendary Chuncheon Mime Festival and much more!
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