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Kyungbok University

In his acceptance speech, President Jeon Ji-yong noted that the university’s efforts to cultivate global civic talent, grounded in its vision, expertise, and entrepreneurial spirit, have borne fruit in the form of three consecutive years of awards. He also emphasized that the university will continue to evolve into a practical innovation university by enhancing its on-demand curriculum, which is tailored to meet industry needs, and its individualized career planning system, INDIVIDUAL CAREER PLANNING, to help students realize their full potential as experts.

Kyungbok University is committed to driving forward a future of innovative education, leveraging AI and digital twin technologies to shape the next generation of learning. The AI Digital Twin Research Institute is at the forefront of collaborative research with industry, academia, and local communities to tackle real-world challenges. It also offers a master’s program in AI-based XR simulation content, which enables the development of cutting-edge convergence technology professionals.

In addition, the university has made public the ‘KBU AI BOT’, developed through an AI hackathon, on its official website, offering real-time learning and administrative support services powered by natural language processing. The platform also offers multilingual support, making it more convenient for international students. In addition, the university is strengthening its customized talent development system, which is based on the demand for local strategic industries, in partnership with the Ministry of Education’s RISE project. By expanding industry-academic projects in collaboration with local governments and industries, the university is building a model that grows in tandem with the region.

Kyungbok University has consistently ranked first in the metropolitan area’s general universities and colleges in terms of integrated employment rates over the past eight years, according to the Ministry of Education’s university information disclosure standards. This achievement demonstrates the competitiveness of its practice-oriented education.

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