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Cha University

South Korea

Updated Nov 2026 · Source: cha.ac.kr

Overview

English Name: Cha University
Local Name: 차의과학대학교
Institution Type: University
Control Type: Private
Rankings:
CWTS Leiden 2025 #1325 SCImago 2026 #810

CHA University of Medicine and Science is a private university in Pocheon, Gyeonggi Province, in South Korea.

It presents itself as a comprehensive university specialising in health care and the life sciences, and it describes its ambition as becoming a research-centred university in medical and health science. Its founding spirit rests on three ideas stated by its colleges: Christian love of neighbour, respect for human beings, and the pursuit of research and learning.

Undergraduate teaching is organised through the College of Nursing, the College of Pharmacy, the College of Future Convergence and a liberal arts college. The future convergence college groups majors such as regenerative biomedical science, systems biomedical science, applied biotechnology, digital healthcare, sports medicine, business administration, psychology, art therapy and software convergence.

At postgraduate level the university runs a general Graduate School and specialised graduate schools in health industry management, integrated medicine, art therapy, clinical pharmacy, sports medicine and clinical counselling psychology.

It also operates a graduate-entry medical school and an executive programme. Student services include on-campus residence halls, a library, commuter shuttle buses and an international student identity card scheme.

Admissions information for the university is published on its dedicated admissions website.

Location & Contact

Address, contact details, and online presence for Cha University are summarised below.

Address: 경기도 포천시 해룡로 120
Postal Code: 11160

Academic Structures

Cha University's academic structure — schools, colleges, and divisions — is listed below.

Unit 12 items
  • Cha Oreum Liberal Arts College
  • College of Future Convergence
  • College of Nursing
  • College of Pharmacy
  • Graduate School
  • Graduate School of Art Therapy
  • Graduate School of Clinical Counseling Psychology
  • Graduate School of Clinical Pharmacy
  • Graduate School of Health Industry Management
  • Graduate School of Integrated Medicine
  • Graduate School of Medicine
  • Graduate School of Sports Medicine

Programs Offered

Cha University's programme list, with search and degree-level grouping.

38 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in South Korea

Bachelor's Degree 15 programmes

Bachelor's Degree in Applied Biotechnology
Pharmacy

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Bachelor's Degree in Art Therapy
Visual Arts

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Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration
Business & Management

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Bachelor's Degree in Culture and Media
Media Studies & Mass Media

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Bachelor's Degree in Digital Healthcare
Public Health

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Bachelor's Degree in Global Business AI
Business & Management

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Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare Media and Communication
Media Studies & Mass Media

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Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
Nursing

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Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy
Pharmacy

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Doctorate 7 programmes

Doctorate in Bio-Convergence Science
Biotechnology

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Doctorate in Life Science
Biotechnology

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Doctorate in Medicine
Medicine

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Doctorate in Nursing
Nursing

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Doctorate in Pharmacy
Pharmacy

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Doctorate in Silver-Friendly Industry

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Doctorate in Strategic Management
Business & Management

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Scholarships in South Korea

Funding routes available to students in South Korea are listed below.

How to apply to Cha University

A five-step path through the application process at Cha University.

  1. 1
    Find a programme that fits your goals

    Use the programme finder to browse Cha University's 38 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.

  2. 2
    Confirm you meet the requirements

    Programme-level requirements at Cha University typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.

  3. 3
    Assemble your application package

    Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.

  4. 4
    Submit your application

    Cha University processes applications through www.cha.ac.kr. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.

  5. 5
    Contact admissions and follow up

    Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cha University

Quick answers to common questions about Cha University.

Where can I find Cha University?

The institution is located in Pocheon, South Korea.

What is Cha University's control type?

Cha University operates as a private institution.

How many faculties does Cha University have?

Cha University has 12 academic units.

How do I find Cha University online?

Cha University's official website is www.cha.ac.kr.

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