Gachon University
South Korea • World Rank #479
Overview
Operating from South Korea, Gachon University delivers higher education as a higher-education institution. It serves as a higher-education provider within South Korea.
Gachon University runs a small set of programmes across multiple qualification levels, with teaching organised under its academic units. The breadth of its catalogue serves a varied applicant profile.
Globally, Gachon University sits at #479 globally and #13 within South Korea. The institution participates in South Korea's academic ecosystem alongside other higher-education providers.
Location & Contact
Gachon University's campus address and the ways prospective students can reach the institution. For visa queries, contact the international student services office directly rather than central admissions.
Programs Offered
The full set of programmes Gachon University offers is searchable and grouped by level below. Some programmes accept rolling applications; others run on annual cycles — check before applying.
Bachelor's Degree
63 programmes
There are 63 programmes to choose from at Gachon University for undergraduates. A bachelor's degree builds the broad disciplinary foundation most employers and postgraduate courses expect.
Pharmacy 약학과 Pharmacy
Nursing 간호학과 Nursing
Dental Hygiene 치위생학과 Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Paramedicine 응급구조학과 Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Radiological Science 방사선학과 Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Physical Therapy 물리치료학과 Physiotherapy
Exercise Rehabilitation 운동재활학과 Physiotherapy
Fine Art & Sculpture 회화·조각과 Visual Arts
Herb Medicine 한약학과 Pharmacy
Biomedical Engineering 생의료공학과 Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Energy IT 에너지IT학과 Energy Engineering
Electrical Engineering 전기공학과 Electrical Engineering
Electronic Engineering 전자공학과 Robotics & Automation
Computer Engineering 컴퓨터공학과 Computer Sciences
AI·Software AI·소프트웨어학과 Software Engineering
Food & Nutrition 식품영양학과 Nutrition & Dietetics
Semiconductor 반도체학과 Robotics & Automation
Visual Design 시각디자인과 Applied Design
Industrial Design 산업디자인과 Applied Design
Fashion Design 패션디자인과 Fashion Design
Voice 성악과 Music
Instrumental Music 기악과 Music
Music Composition 작곡과 Music
Physical Education 체육교육과 Education & Teaching
Tae Kwon Do 태권도과 Sport and Exercise Science
Acting Arts 연기예술과 Liberal Arts
Medicine 의학과 Medicine
Social Welfare 사회복지학과 Social Work
Police Administration 경찰행정학과 Public Administration
Law 법학과 Law
European Language and Literature 유럽어문학과 Literature
Oriental Language and Literature 동양어문학과 Literature
English Language and Literature 영어영문학과 English Language Studies
Korean Language and Literature 국어국문학과 Literature
Psychology 심리학과 Psychology
Early Childhood Education 유아교육학과 Early Childhood Education
Public Administration 행정학과 Public Administration
Applied Statistics 응용통계학과 Applied Mathematics & Statistics
Economics 경제학과 Economics
Media and Communication 미디어커뮤니케이션학과 Media Studies & Mass Media
Tourism Management 관광경영학과 Tourism & Leisure
Healthcare Management 보건의료경영학과 Public Health
Mathematical Finance 수학금융학과 Finance, Banking & Insurance
Business Management 경영학과 Business & Management
Korean Studies 한국학과
Civil & Environmental Engineering 토목환경공학과 Civil Engineering & Construction
Food Bioengineering 식품생명공학과 General Engineering
Life Sciences 생명과학과 Biotechnology
Semiconductor Science 반도체과학과 Robotics & Automation
Physics 물리학과 Physics & Astronomy
Chemistry 화학과 Chemistry
Bionano Technology 바이오나노학과 Biotechnology
Materials Science & Engineering 신소재공학과 Materials Science
Industrial Management Engineering 산업경영공학과 Industrial & Systems Engineering
Liberal Studies 자유전공학부 General Engineering
Mechanical Engineering 기계공학과 Mechanical Engineering
Chemical & Biological Engineering 화학생물공학과 General Engineering
Building Equipment System & Fire Protection Engineering 건축설비소방공학과 Architecture
Architectural Engineering 건축공학과 Architecture
Architecture 건축학과 Architecture
Interior Architecture 실내건축학과 Architecture
Landscape Architecture 조경학과 Forestry & Natural Resources
Urban Planning 도시계획학과 Business & Management
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Master's Degree
8 programmes
Explore 8 programmes of postgraduate study at Gachon University. A master's degree sharpens specialist knowledge and often carries a dissertation or major project.
Graduate School of Arts and Science - Master 대학원 석사과정 Liberal Arts
Graduate School of Business 경영대학원 Business & Management
Graduate School of Education 교육대학원 Education & Teaching
Graduate School of Social Policy 사회정책대학원
Graduate School of Industrial Environment 산업환경대학원 Environmental Sciences
Graduate School of Special Therapy 특수치료대학원 Health Sciences
Graduate School of Game 게임대학원 Digital Media & Game Development
Gachon Advanced Institute for Health Sciences and Technology 가천의학생명과학대학원 Medicine
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Doctorate
2 programmes
These 2 programmes make up Gachon University's doctoral catalogue, where candidates work closely with supervisors to produce publishable, original research.
Gachon Advanced Institute for Health Sciences and Technology 가천의학생명과학대학원 Medicine
Graduate School of Arts and Science - Doctorate 대학원 박사과정 Liberal Arts
No programmes match your filter in this level.
How to apply to Gachon University
Five steps that capture how most applications to Gachon University flow, from research through submission to follow-up correspondence.
- 1 Find a programme that fits your goals
Start by exploring the programmes section on this page. Gachon University runs 73 active programmes across multiple degree levels. Narrow by qualification tier and read each programme description before shortlisting.
- 2 Confirm you meet the requirements
Before applying to Gachon University, confirm you meet the academic, language, and document requirements for your chosen programme. International applicants should also check visa eligibility for South Korea.
- 3 Assemble your application package
Standard documents: official transcripts, identity proof, language test results, personal statement, and references. Confirm exact requirements with Gachon University's admissions office before assembling, as expectations vary by programme.
- 4 Submit your application
Lodge your application through the official website (www.gachon.ac.kr). Online forms are the standard route. Save your draft frequently and submit before the programme deadline.
- 5 Contact admissions and follow up
Verify your application has been received by the admissions team. Monitor the portal for status updates, interview invitations, or document requests, and respond within the stated deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gachon University
A short Q&A covering Gachon University's essentials — founding, location, scale, ranking, and academic structure.
In which city is Gachon University?
Gachon University is based in South Korea.
Where does Gachon University stand in university rankings?
Gachon University holds rank #479 globally and #13 in South Korea.
What is Gachon University's official website?
The institution's website is www.gachon.ac.kr.
Top-Ranked Universities in South Korea
National rankings in South Korea often weight different signals than international rankings. The leaders below typically top both, but the order can differ meaningfully.
Where Else to Study Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Supervision quality at the Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences programme level is hard to assess externally but affects research output and graduate-school placement. Talk to current students or alumni where possible.
Universities Often Compared with Gachon University
Mid-career outcome data (5–10 year post-graduation) is harder to source but more revealing than starting-salary data. Where available for peer institutions, it is worth comparing.
