Pusan National

Pusan National Rankings, Courses, Fees, Admission 2025 & Scholarships

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  • Courses: 50
  • Founded: 1946
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Overview about Pusan National University

At PNU, we uphold the principles of truth, freedom, and service, guiding our mission to establish a new value system rooted in humanitarianism and informed by contemporary trends. Through academic research and human resource development, we envision and enact a future trajectory for society, thereby contributing to the advancement of humanity and societal progress.

The Hall of Truth:
PNU is committed to the pursuit of truth, fostering an environment where education and research thrive on imagination and creativity. We strive for global competitiveness, embodying the essence of a genuine Korean university. By nurturing individuals endowed with creativity and broad knowledge, equipped with a deep understanding of current affairs, we encourage active community engagement and societal contributions.

The Cradle of Freedom:
At PNU, we cherish freedom as a fundamental aspect of life, fostering an ethos of co-prosperity, collaboration, and harmony within our community. We uphold truth and education while cultivating mature individuals with proactive attitudes and skills to contribute to national and global development.

The Birthplace of Service:
Recognizing the role of universities in advancing knowledge and education within a framework of freedom and truth, PNU is committed to providing diverse humanitarian services for societal and national progress. As a true university, we nurture talents eager to address society's needs, facilitating volunteer activities and lifelong learning opportunities for social development.

Purpose of Education:
As a distinguished representative of Korean academia, PNU aims to cultivate capable individuals proficient in both teaching and in-depth academic inquiry. Guided by Korea's educational philosophy and PNU's core values of truth, freedom, and service, our objective is to contribute to the advancement of our nation and society. To achieve this, PNU envisions its ideal graduates as follows:

Objectives:

Leaders in creativity and extensive knowledge
Globally recognized research institutions
Pioneers in making significant societal contributions

Strategy:

Education:

Cultivation of global leaders through extensive knowledge acquisition
Expansion of elective courses and implementation of the 7+1 global educational curriculum
Strengthening major courses for interdisciplinary knowledge integration

Research:

Emphasis on convergence research
Enhancement of research infrastructure and global engagement
Specialization and leadership expansion in key areas of expertise
 

Pusan National University University Highlights

Year of establishment 1946
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Accredited by Pusan National University (PNU) is accredited by the Korean Ministry of Education, Science and Technology.
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Type Of Institution Public
Top Courses Undergraduate Graduate
Mode of Application Online and Offline
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University Rankings & Awards

  • QS World University Rankings 2024: 611–620
  • Times Higher Education World University Ranking (THE): 501–600th in 2024
  • Impact Rankings 2023: 201–300th
  • Asia University Rankings 2023: 251–300th
  • Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University: 401
  • US News Best Global Universities: 698
     

Leadership and Governance

  • Chul An Joo: Professor of Educational Finance
  • Young Cheol Kim: Professor
  • Bumseok Kyae: Associate Professor
  • Chang-Hwan Lee: Professor
  • Jaekwang Lee: Assistant Professor
  • Prof. Dr. Moonsuk Yi: Dean
  • Prof. Dr. Sunjin Lee(MS): Staff member
     

University Courses

  • Humanities
  • Social Sciences
  • Natural Sciences
  • Engineering
  • Medicine & Pharmacy
  • Institute for National Project Operation
     

University Admissions & selection procedure

Undergraduate Admission:

Common Eligibility:
Prospective applicants must have graduated from high school or be in the process of graduating, with equivalent high school diplomas accepted as per legal regulations. Individuals with prior admissions to Pusan National University or any other universities, including professional schools, schools of education, or colleges, are ineligible.

Graduate School Admission:

Master's Program Admission Requirements:
Candidates for the master's program should hold a bachelor's degree from a 4-year university, with a focus on architecture or related fields.

Doctoral Program Admission Requirements:

Applicants for the doctoral program must possess a master's degree from a graduate school, specializing in architecture or architectural engineering, as outlined in Article
Additionally, a recommendation from the applicant's master's program supervisor is mandatory. 
 

Pusan National University Scholarships

  • Merit-Based Scholarships
  • Scholarship for Beneficiaries of Preferential Support: Supports 100% of Tuition
  • Scholarship for beneficiaries of basic livelihood support: Full of Partial Tuition
  • Special Scholarship: 100% Tuition
     

University Facilities

PNU’s campuses offer a range of facilities, including libraries, shuttle buses, fitness centers, and student clubs. The university also provides housing services with on-campus residences or dormitories

Faculty and Staff

  • Hong, Taeho (Ph.D.): Associate Dean of Graduate School of Management
  • Lee, Haengju (Ph.D.): Staff member
  • Yong-Kyun Bae: Chairman and Professor
  • Tommi Tapanainen: Associate Professor
     

Student Life and Activities

PNU offers a vibrant student life with academic support programs, student life support programs, and numerous student clubs. Cultural activities and events are regularly organized to enrich the student experience

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