Gwangju University
South Korea
Overview
Operating from South Korea, GWANGJU UNIVERSITY delivers higher education as a higher-education institution. It serves as a higher-education provider within South Korea.
GWANGJU 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.
Location & Contact
Gwangju 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 programmes you can apply for at Gwangju University are grouped by degree level. Programme-level accreditation (separate from institutional) matters for regulated professions like law, medicine, and engineering.
Bachelor's Degree
37 programmes
Browse 37 programmes at Gwangju University for undergraduate entry. Each combines core theory with the credits needed to progress toward honours or a master's.
Department of Electrical Engineering 전기공학과 Electrical Engineering
Fire Administration 소방행정학과 Public Administration
Department of Cyber Security and Police 사이버보안경찰학과 Cyber Security
Department of Library and Information Science 문헌정보학과 Information Systems & Technology
Department of Business Administration 경영학과 Business & Management
Department of Accounting and Taxation 회계·세무학과 Accounting
Department of Urban and Real Estate 도시·부동산학과 Business & Management
Department of National Defense Studies 국방학과 Politics & International Relations
Architecture (5-year program) 건축학과 Architecture
Department of Architectural Engineering 건축공학전공 Architecture
Department of Computer Engineering 컴퓨터공학과 Computer Sciences
AI Software Department AI소프트웨어학과 Software Engineering
Civil Engineering Department 토목공학과 Civil Engineering & Construction
AI Automotive Engineering AI자동차학과 Mechanical Engineering
Convergence Mechanical Engineering 융합기계공학과 Mechanical Engineering
Global Content Division 글로벌콘텐츠학부 Digital Media & Game Development
Creative Convergence School 창의융합학부 Liberal Arts
Glocal Future Design School 글로컬미래설계학부 Applied Design
School of Liberal Arts 기초교양학부 Liberal Arts
Department of Taekwondo 태권도학과 Sport and Exercise Science
Department of Occupational Therapy 작업치료학과 Rehabilitation Sciences
Department of Social Welfare 사회복지학부 Social Work
Department of Speech-Language Pathology 언어치료학과 Speech & Language Therapy
Department of Food Science and Nutrition 식품영양학과 Nutrition & Dietetics
Division of Health Administration 보건행정학부 Public Health
Department of Paramedicine 응급구조학과 Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Department of Pet Health Industry 반려동물보건산업학과 Public Health
Sports Science Division 스포츠과학부 Sport and Exercise Science
Department of Nursing Science 간호학과 Nursing
Department of Beauty Science 뷰티미용학과 Health Sciences
Faculty of Hotel and Tourism Management 호텔관광경영학부 Tourism & Leisure
Department of Airline Service 항공서비스학과 General Engineering
Hotel Culinary Arts and Baking Department 호텔조리제과제빵학과 Tourism & Leisure
Department of Early Childhood Education 유아교육과 Early Childhood Education
Department of Educational Counseling 교육상담학과 Counselling & Psychotherapy
Department of Psychology 심리학과 Psychology
Department of Police Administration 경찰행정학과 Public Administration
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Master's Degree
22 programmes
Gwangju University offers 22 programmes at master's level — postgraduate programmes that deepen a specialism, usually over one to two years after a bachelor's degree.
Department of Library and Information Science 문헌정보학과 Information Systems & Technology
Department of Accounting and Taxation 회계·세무학과 Accounting
Department of Urban and Real Estate 도시·부동산학과 Business & Management
Department of Architectural Engineering 건축공학전공 Architecture
Department of Electrical Engineering 전기공학과 Electrical Engineering
Civil Engineering Department 토목공학과 Civil Engineering & Construction
Future Convergence Technology Engineering 미래융합기술공학과 General Engineering
General Graduate School 일반대학원
Graduate School of Social Welfare 사회복지전문대학원 Social Work
Graduate School of Health Counseling and Policy 보건상담정책대학원 Public Health
Department of Nursing Science 간호학과 Nursing
Department of Occupational Therapy 작업치료학과 Rehabilitation Sciences
Department of Social Welfare 사회복지학부 Social Work
Department of Speech-Language Pathology 언어치료학과 Speech & Language Therapy
Department of Food Science and Nutrition 식품영양학과 Nutrition & Dietetics
Division of Health Administration 보건행정학부 Public Health
Department of Beauty Science 뷰티미용학과 Health Sciences
Department of Early Childhood Education 유아교육과 Early Childhood Education
Master's Program in Lifelong Education 평생교육학과 대학원 Education & Teaching
Master's Program in Youth Education and Counseling 청소년교육·상담학과 대학원 Counselling & Psychotherapy
Department of Psychology 심리학과 Psychology
Department of Police Administration 경찰행정학과 Public Administration
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Doctorate
3 programmes
Gwangju University's 3 programmes at this tier lead to a doctorate, the credential expected for academic, senior research, and many specialist professional roles.
Department of Police Administration 경찰행정학과 Public Administration
General Graduate School 일반대학원
Department of Occupational Therapy 작업치료학과 Rehabilitation Sciences
No programmes match your filter in this level.
How to apply to Gwangju University
The standard application path for Gwangju University, broken into five practical steps with the documents and channels you will need at each stage.
- 1 Find a programme that fits your goals
Begin by reviewing the programmes section above. Gwangju University offers 62 programmes grouped by qualification level. Decide on a target tier (bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) before narrowing by subject.
- 2 Confirm you meet the requirements
Each programme at Gwangju University has its own entry requirements — academic minimums, language proficiency, supporting documents, and sometimes interviews or portfolios. Check the programme-specific page or contact admissions to confirm eligibility.
- 3 Assemble your application package
Most applications require certified academic records, identification documents, language test certificates (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent for English-medium programmes), CV/résumé, and a statement of purpose. Allow extra time for document authentication.
- 4 Submit your application
Apply directly via Gwangju University's online portal at www.gwangju.ac.kr. Complete the application form, upload supporting documents, and pay any application fee. Confirmation emails typically arrive within a few business days.
- 5 Contact admissions and follow up
After submitting, confirm receipt with the admissions office and track your application status through the portal. Set reminders for any interview requests, additional document submissions, or admission decision deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gwangju University
Common questions students ask about Gwangju University — answers pulled straight from the institution's published profile.
In which city is Gwangju University?
Gwangju University is based in South Korea.
Where can I learn more about Gwangju University?
Gwangju University's official website is www.gwangju.ac.kr.
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