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About University

If you want to design your future at the center of Busan’s advanced industries, Kyungnam College of Information & Technology can be your first step. Established in 1970, this private college is located at two campuses—Naengjeong Campus in Sasang-gu and Centum Campus in Haeundae-gu, Busan—and upholds the motto “Diligence, Independence, Cooperation, Faith.” As a leader in IT and practical education, Kyungnam College of Information & Technology has focused on nurturing talent suited for rapidly changing industrial fields and the global stage. The college’s greatest strength lies in its practical education system specialized in the field of Information Technology (IT). The various 2-year, 3-year, and 4-year programs offered at Naengjeong and Centum Campuses cover key technologies required in the era of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, including information and communications, computer engineering, software, artificial intelligence, and smart factories. Through practice-oriented curricula and industry-academic cooperation programs, students acquire the capabilities to enter the workforce immediately upon graduation. In particular, being adjacent to Busan’s advanced industrial complexes and IT clusters enables active industry-academic projects, internships, and employment connections with major domestic and international companies such as Hyundai and Samsung. As one of the few large-scale campuses among local colleges, with over 6,700 enrolled students (as of 2018), the college boasts state-of-the-art facilities such as advanced laboratories, dedicated research spaces, and a startup support center. The social impact of Kyungnam College of Information & Technology is evident in the achievements of its graduates. Alumni who have distinguished themselves in various fields are active not only in IT and engineering, but also in broadcasting, media, culture, and business. Thanks to the college’s practical education, many graduates advance to leading companies at home and abroad, or achieve innovative results through entrepreneurship. Kyungnam College of Information & Technology alumni, recognized as “competent, practice-oriented leaders,” play key roles in regional industrial development and on the global stage. Kyungnam College of Information & Technology offers special opportunities for international students. The college has received IEQAS (International Education Quality Assurance System) certification from the Korean Ministry of Education, providing advantages in student visa issuance and scholarship applications. All international students can freely use various campus facilities such as dormitories, libraries, and cafeterias, and scholarships (for example, top scholarships if more than 15 international students are enrolled) are available to those who meet certain conditions. Systematic support is provided to help international students quickly adapt to life in Korea, including courses taught in English and Korean, separate language programs for foreigners, and one-on-one support services from the International Exchange Center. In addition, exchange programs with partner universities, global industry-academic cooperation, and various cultural experience events are offered, allowing students to experience Korean culture broadly alongside their studies. Located in the heart of Busan, a city known for its high quality of life, Kyungnam College of Information & Technology offers excellent transportation access via Busan subway, city buses, and other public transport. The campus is surrounded by modern shopping malls, restaurants, and cultural spaces. In an environment that combines open sea views with a vibrant city atmosphere, students can enjoy a safe and pleasant campus life. For international students aspiring to become global talents, Kyungnam College of Information & Technology will be “the beginning of opportunity, challenge, and the future.”