Introduction to Chonnam National University (전남대학교)

Overview:

Chonnam National University is a national research-oriented comprehensive university located in Gwangju, South Korea. It was founded in 1952. It occupies an important position in the Korean higher education system and is one of the ten national flag universities in South Korea.

The school is a key university in the BK21 project and is famous for its high-quality teaching and scientific research results.

Educational philosophy:

Chonnam National University's motto is "Truth, Creativity, Service", which emphasizes the cultivation of students' honesty, innovation and the spirit of serving the society.

The school is committed to providing an open learning environment, encouraging academic exploration, and promoting international exchanges and cooperation.

Disciplines and departments:

Chonnam National University has 17 undergraduate departments, 1 graduate school, 5 professional graduate schools and 6 special graduate schools.

It offers more than 130 undergraduate majors, covering humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, engineering technology, medicine and other fields.

Featured majors include business administration, automotive engineering, engineering, semiconductor technology, energy science, and art.

Ranking:

In the QS World University Rankings, Chonnam National University is usually ranked between 800 and 900, and the specific ranking varies slightly each year.

According to different evaluation criteria, Chonnam National University also has a good ranking in South Korea, especially in scientific research.

Cost:

Tuition fees vary depending on the major, but as a national university, tuition fees are relatively affordable compared to private universities.

International students may need to pay additional application fees and other related fees. Specific tuition information should be obtained through the school's official website or directly contact the admissions office for the latest information.

Campus:

Chonnam National University has three campuses, namely Gwangju Campus, Yeosu Campus and the newly established Songjeong Campus.

The campus is fully equipped with modern teaching buildings, libraries, laboratories, sports facilities, and dormitories.

Due to its geographical location close to Gwangju, the cultural and artistic center of South Korea, students can enjoy a wealth of cultural activities and resources.

Contact Information:

Address:

Gwangju Campus: 77 Yongbong-ro, Buk-gu, Gwangju, 61186, Republic of Korea

Yeosu Campus: 114 Haeryong-ro, Yeongam-gun, Jeollanam-do, 58033, Republic of Korea

Tel:

+82-62-530-1114 (Switchboard)

Website:

http://www.jnu.ac.kr/ (Korean)

http://en.jnu.ac.kr/ (English)

Other Important Information:

Chonnam National University attaches great importance to international development and has established cooperative relations with many universities in many countries around the world, including some well-known universities in China such as Nanjing University and Tsinghua University.

The school also offers a variety of language courses, especially the Chinese master's program, which attracts many international students to study.