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36-582: Gwangjin District is home to Konkuk University and Sejong University . Gwangjin District is characterized by a remarkable variety in its composition. It is home to the Konkuk University campus, the vicinity of which is one of Seoul's top nightlife destinations, as well as Children's Grand Park , an equally popular attraction for children and families. The south bank overlooking the Han River

72-569: A "comprehensive university" and was renamed to Konkuk University (from 건국 ; 建國 ; Konkuk ; lit.  'founding a nation'). In 2016, Konkuk University celebrated its 70th anniversary. A new emblem featuring Sanghuh Hall, the original building for the Chosun School of Politics, was released in December 2015. The university also unveiled a second ox statue and held a major academic symposium. In 2017, Konkuk University

108-576: A 5-year BS/MS program, through which all students will receive a scholarship for their graduate education as well as a stipend of 300,000 won per month for book purchases and research, at the institute. The registration fee for all incoming students will be waived. As an alternative to the prevalent 2-semester, 4-year undergraduate programs, Konkuk University introduced the Plus Semester System which will allow students to take initiative in designing their own curriculum. The innovative system

144-732: A concert. In late October, colleges and student clubs stage the Fall Art Festival to showcase their academic achievements and artistic talent. This three-day long event is organized by the Student Club Association. On May 3, Konkuk University announced that it was selected by the Korean government to participate in the Program for Industrial Needs-Matched Education (PRIME). Higher education institutions receive incentives for restructuring and training students to meet

180-776: A total of 690 students studied abroad through dual degree programs, exchange programs, language courses, and short-term programs, and 730 foreign students were registered at the university. Foreign students enrolled in Konkuk University's partner universities—such as UC Berkeley in the United States, University of Edinburgh in the United Kingdom, Erasmus University Rotterdam in the Netherlands, and Osaka University in Japan—can pursue their studies at

216-607: Is a South Korean private university founded in 1931 and it is one of the top universities in South Korea. The university was founded based on three virtues: sincerity , fidelity , and righteousness . Konkuk University gives comprehensive education in agricultural and life science research to around 30,000 students, plus 2,500 international students . It has two campuses: one in Seoul and one in Chungju . The Seoul campus

252-620: Is a densely packed residential district, where high-rise apartment buildings dominate the skyline, yet the heart and northern end of the district are centers for light industry and manufacturing. The district is also a hub for transportation and mail in and out of Seoul , as the Dong Seoul Bus Terminal and the East-Seoul Postal Service Depot link Seoul with most other major cities in Korea. Most of

288-402: Is a national or subnational government agency politically responsible for education. Various other names are commonly used to identify such agencies, such as Ministry of Education , Department of Education , and Ministry of Public Education , and the head of such an agency may be a minister of education or secretary of education . Such agencies typically address educational concerns such as

324-550: Is also a burgeoning shopping district with several boutiques cropping up within the newly designated Rodeo Street and the opening of the Star City mall, which features numerous restaurants and specialty shops. Adjacent to the Sejong University campus is Children's Grand Park , which features fountains, walking trails, a zoo, and an amusement park. In the centre of Gwangjin District is Gangbyeon subway station. On

360-482: Is held for students, faculty, staff, alumni, parents, and guests. Awards are presented to the faculty and staff who have contributed to the university. Around the same time, Konkuk University's student association organizes the Ilgam Lake Festival. This three-day long event features performances and exhibitions by college departments and student clubs. Famous K-pop celebrities are also invited to perform in

396-411: Is located at the center of Konkuk University's Seoul campus. This swamp was converted to an artificial lake when the university moved the campus from Nagwon-dong to the current location in 1954. In the 1950s and 1960s, indoor ice-skating rinks were uncommon, and the lake was used for national competitions. Occupying 55,661 m (599,130 sq ft), the lake accounts for approximately one-ninth of

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432-549: Is located in the southeastern part of the city, near the Han River , and is served by the Konkuk University Station . The university was founded in 1931 by Dr. Yoo Seok-chang (pen name: Sanghuh). It was originally known as the Chosen School of Politics ( Korean :  조선정치학관 ; Hanja :  朝鮮政治學館 ), and was a junior college for future political leaders. In 1959, the school became

468-424: Is part of an effort to make university education more student-focused and tailored to meet changing industry demands. Konkuk students will be able to choose from a variety of options, including the 2+One-Semester On-The-Job Training program, 3+1 Employment program, 7+1 Self-Designed Semester program, and 4+1 Bachelor's and master's degree program. The 2+One-Semester program allows students to gain work experience during

504-614: The National Treasures of South Korea . The museum originated in Nagwon-dong , Jongno-gu , and in 1985 moved to the Sanghuh Memorial Hall, the building in which the Chosun School of Politics was founded. The museum is open to the public, and special lectures on Korean history and culture are given throughout the year. Sanghuh Memorial Library serves as Konkuk University's main library. Opened in 1989, it

540-445: The "Konkuk Institute of Technology" to train and prepare students for industries with significant growth potential. The institute includes eight departments in energy engineering, smart vehicle engineering, smart ICT engineering, cosmetics engineering, stem cell and regenerative biology, systems biotechnology, integrative bioscience and biotechnology, and biomedical science and engineering with 333 students. Konkuk University plans to offer

576-423: The 4+1 Bachelor's and master's degree program. The Seoul campus is adjacent to the Konkuk University Station , which is serviced by Seoul Subway Line 2 and Line 7 . The circular Line 2 offers easy access to downtown Seoul within one hour. Line 7 links the northern part of the city to the popular Gangnam District . Seoul buses #240, #302, #721, #2222, #2223, #2224, #3216, #3220, and #4212 can be taken nearby

612-2576: The Grenadines) United States: United States Department of Education , headed by the United States secretary of education Many U.S. states also have a state-level department of education Secretary of Education of Puerto Rico Asia [ edit ] Ministry of Education (Afghanistan) Ministry of Education (Bahrain) Bangladesh: Ministry of Primary and Mass Education Ministry of Education (Bangladesh) Ministry of Education (Brunei) Ministry of Education (Myanmar) Ministry of Education (Bhutan) China: Ministry of Education (Mainland China) Education Bureau (Hong Kong) East Timor: Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport (East Timor) Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Culture (East Timor) Ministry of Education (India) Indonesia: Formal education: Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology (Indonesia) Religious education: Ministry of Religious Affairs (Indonesia) Ministry of Education (Iran) Ministry of Education (Iraq) Ministry of Education (Israel) Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (Japan) Ministry of Education (Jordan) Ministry of Education (Kuwait)  [ ar ] Ministry of Education (South Korea) Ministry of Education (Laos) Ministry of Education (Lebanon) Malaysia: Ministry of Education (Malaysia) Ministry of Higher Education (Malaysia) Ministry of Education (Maldives) Ministry of Education (Nepal) Ministry of Education (Pakistan) Ministry of Education (Palestine) Philippines: Department of Education (Philippines) Ministry of Education (Philippines) Ministry of Education (Saudi Arabia) Ministry of Education (Singapore) Ministry of Education (Sri Lanka) Ministry of Education (Taiwan) Ministry of Education (Thailand) Ministry of Education and Training (Vietnam) Europe [ edit ] Austria: Ministry of Education, Science and Culture ( German : Bundesministerium für Bildung, Wissenschaft und Kultur ) Azerbaijan: Ministry of Education Belgium Flanders: Flemish Ministry of Education and Training ( Dutch : Vlaams Ministerie van Onderwijs en Vorming ) French Community: General Administration for Education and Scientific Research of

648-4389: The Ministry of the French Community German-speaking Community: Ministry for German-speaking Community Bosnia and Herzegovina: Bulgaria: Ministry of Education, Youth and Science Croatia: Ministry of Science, Education and Sports Czech: Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport Denmark: Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation Estonia: Ministry of Education and Research Faroe Islands: Ministry of Education, Research and Culture Finland: Ministry of Education France: Ministry of National Education ( French : Ministère de l’Éducation nationale ) Germany: Federal Ministry of Education and Research ( German : Bundesministerium für Bildung und Forschung ) Greece: Ministry of Education and Religious Affairs ( Greek : Υπουργείο Παιδείας και Θρησκευμάτων ) Ireland: Department of Education Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Italy: Ministry of Education, Universities and Research Merged from Ministry of Public Education (Italy) in 2008 Latvia: Ministry of Science and Education Lithuania: Ministry of Education and Science Luxembourg: Ministry of National Education ( French : Ministère de l’Éducation nationale, de l'Enfance et de la jeunesse ) Montenegro: Ministry of Education Netherlands: Ministry of Education, Culture and Science Norway: Ministry of Education and Research Poland: Commission of National Education ( Polish : Komisja Edukacji Narodowej ) Ministry of Education (Poland) Portugal: Ministry of Education Romania: Ministry of National Education Russia: Ministry of Education and Science , split in 2018 into: Ministry of Education Ministry of Science and Higher Education Serbia: Ministry of Education, Science and Technological Development Slovakia: Ministry of Education, Science, Research and Sport (Slovakia)  [ sk ] Slovenia: Ministry of Education, Science and Sport (Slovenia) Spain: Ministry of Education Sweden: Ministry of Education and Research Turkey: Ministry of National Education Ukraine: Ministry of Education United Kingdom: England: Department for Education , previously Department for Education and Skills and Ministry of Education Scotland: Scottish Government Education Directorates Wales: Department for Education and Skills Northern Ireland: Department of Education (Northern Ireland) Oceania [ edit ] Australia: Department of Education, Skills and Employment (2020 - ) Antecedents: Department of Education (Australia) (2019 - 2020) Department of Education and Training (Australia) (2014-2019) Department of Education (Australia, 2013–14) For earlier antecedents, see Preceding departments State government departments: New South Wales: Department of Education (New South Wales) Victoria: Department of Education and Training (Victoria) Queensland: Department of Education (Queensland) South Australia: Department for Education (South Australia) Tasmania: Department of Education (Tasmania) Western Australia: Department of Education (Western Australia) Australian Capital Territory: Education and Training Directorate Northern Territory: Department of Education (Northern Territory) Kiribati : Ministry of Education (Kiribati) New Zealand: Ministry of Education (New Zealand) Antecedents: Department of Education (New Zealand) Marshall Islands: Ministry of Education (Marshall Islands) See also [ edit ] Right to science and culture Human rights Right to education Right to an adequate standard of living Welfare rights Right to education Economic, social and cultural rights Culture minister Cultural genocide Education minister Ministry of Culture and Tourism (disambiguation) Ministry of Education and Culture Education References [ edit ] ^ Norman Davies (28 February 2005). God's Playground: 1795 to

684-584: The Seoul campus was composed of thirteen undergraduate colleges and thirteen graduate schools; the GLOCAL Campus in Chungju is composed of seven undergraduate colleges and four graduate schools. Seoul Campus (undergraduate) Seoul Campus (graduate) Chungju GLOCAL campus (undergraduate) Chungju GLOCAL campus (graduate) Konkuk University has 58 affiliated and special research institutes in

720-466: The areas of humanities , social sciences , and natural sciences . Four renowned scholars held the position of distinguished professor as of the spring semester of 2018. In 1990, Konkuk University Language Institute began to provide instruction in English and other foreign languages. Courses on Chinese, English, French, Japanese, Spanish, and Vietnamese are available to Konkuk University students and

756-536: The campus area. To maintain water quality, 650 tons of underground water is added daily, and a motorboat is used to prevent algal blooms . Konkuk University has more than 70 student clubs based on social and professional interests. At the beginning of the academic year in March, the Student Club Association holds a fair on campus to recruit new members. Foundation Day is an annual ceremony that commemorates Yoo Seok-chang's founding of Konkuk University on May 15, 1946. It

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792-455: The campus to different places in the city. From Incheon International Airport , Limousine Bus #6013 is available every 30–40 minutes from 6:15 a.m. to 10:55 p.m for ₩10,000. Academia Arts and literature Business Civil service, law, and politics Entertainment Konkuk University has been a popular film location for Korean dramas . Twenty Again , a 2015 Korean television series starring Choi Ji-woo and Lee Sang-yoon

828-1999: The economy Ministry of finance Industry minister Ministry of infrastructure Ministry of trade and industry Ministry of transport Environment / natural resources Energy minister Ministry of energy Environment minister Ministry of electricity Ministry of petroleum Ministry of water resources Social Culture minister Ministry of culture Education minister Ministry of education and culture Health minister Ministry of health Information minister Housing minister Ministry of housing Ministry of justice Minister of labour Ministry of labour Regional minister Ministry of sports Tourism minister Ministry of home affairs Ministry of religious affairs Ministry of science Ministry of social affairs Ministry of social security Minister for Veterans Ministry of women Minister for women Other Minister without portfolio Lists Presidents Vice presidents Prime ministers Deputy prime ministers Presidents of assembly Agriculture ministries Climate change ministers Communications ministries Defence ministers Education ministries Environment ministers Environment ministries Finance ministers Foreign ministers Forest ministries Health ministries ( mental health ) Interior ministers Public works ministries [REDACTED]   Government ministers by portfolio [REDACTED] Ministries by portfolio Retrieved from " https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=List_of_education_ministries&oldid=1257750246 " Categories : Education lists by country Ministries of education Education policy Lists of government ministries Hidden categories: Articles with short description Short description

864-508: The general public. In 1998, the institute introduced Korean language programs for foreigners with short-term courses lasting 1–2 weeks, as well as longer 3-month courses. The institute also provides training for Korean language teachers. Times Higher Education (THE) University Ranks QS University Ranks Domestic rank and project selected by government and its scale of support fund Konkuk University has entered into partnership agreements with 645 institutions in 68 countries. In 2019,

900-608: The left of the station is Dong Seoul Bus Terminal , where buses serve various destinations including Busan , Gwangju , Daegu , and Daejeon . Located in the northeastern section of the District is the Sheraton Grande Walkerhill, managed by the Sheraton Hotels and Resorts and W Seoul Walkerhill Hotel, with one of only three casinos in Seoul. Konkuk University Konkuk University ( Korean :  건국대학교 ; Hanja :  建國大學校 )

936-686: The main Seoul campus for one or two semesters. Students are selected in accordance with the terms and conditions specified in the partnership agreements and only pay tuition to their home institutions. The International Summer Program and International Winter Program are two-week long programs that provide opportunities for foreign students wishing to learn about Korea and experience its culture. Students can take classes on Korean history, culture, and business practices, and participate in field trips and cultural events. MA Program Ph.D. Program Established in 1963, Konkuk University Museum features 4,532 historical artifacts, including Dongguk Jeongun , one of

972-637: The present . Columbia University Press. p.  167 . ISBN   978-0-231-12819-3 . Retrieved 17 March 2013 . ^ Ted Tapper; David Palfreyman (2005). Understanding Mass Higher Education: Comparative Perspectives On Access . RoutledgeFalmer. p. 140. ISBN   978-0-415-35491-2 . Retrieved 17 March 2013 . v t e Common types of government ministers and ministries Leadership President Vice president Prime minister Deputy prime minister First minister Deputy First Minister Premier Office of

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1044-2957: The quality of schools or standardization of curriculum. The first such ministry ever is considered to be the Commission of National Education ( Polish : Komisja Edukacji Narodowej , Lithuanian : Edukacinė komisija ), founded in 1773 in the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth . Following is a list of education ministries by country: [REDACTED] This list is incomplete ; you can help by adding missing items . ( January 2013 ) Africa [ edit ] Ministry of National Education (Algeria) Ministry of Education (Egypt) Ministry of Education (Ethiopia) Ministry of Education (Ghana) Ministry of Education (Kenya) Ministry of Education (Namibia) Nigeria: Federal Ministry of Education (Nigeria) Rivers State: Rivers State Ministry of Education Kaduna State: Ministry of Education, Science and Technology (Kaduna State) Ministry of Education (Rhodesia) (1965-1979) Ministry of Education (Rwanda) Ministry of Education (Sierra Leone) Ministry of Education (Somalia) Ministry of Education and Science (Somaliland) South Africa: Department of Higher Education and Training Department of Basic Education Antecedents: Department of Education (South Africa) (split in 2009) Bantu Education Department (1953-1994) Zambia: Ministry of General Education Ministry of Higher Education (Zambia) Ministry of Education, Sport and Culture (Zimbabwe) Americas [ edit ] Ministry of Education (Argentina) Ministry of Education (Bahamas) Barbados: Ministry of Education, Technological & Vocational Training (Barbados) Belize: Ministry of Education, Youth, Sports and Culture Ministry of Education (Bolivia) Ministry of Education (Brazil) Canada: no federal ministry, see Education in Canada : Alberta British Columbia Manitoba New Brunswick Newfoundland and Labrador Northwest Territories Nova Scotia Nunavut Ontario Prince Edward Island Quebec Saskatchewan Yukon Ministry of Education (Chile) Ministry of National Education (Colombia) Costa Rica: Ministry of Education (Costa Rica) El Salvador: Ministry of Education (El Salvador) Guatemala: Ministry of Education (Guatemala) Honduras: Secretariat of Education (Honduras) Ministry of Education (Jamaica) Secretariat of Public Education ( Mexico ) Nicaragua: Ministry of Education (Nicaragua) Panama: Ministry of Education (Panama) Ministry of Education (Peru) Ministry of Education (Saint Lucia) Ministry of Education and National Reconciliation (Saint Vincent and

1080-399: The remaining area is residential, but consist not of apartment buildings characteristic of the city, but of three or four-story row houses separated by small roads and alleyways. The Konkuk University area is a popular nightlife district featuring dozens of restaurants, bars, DVD rooms, and pool houses catering to a mostly younger crowd, much like the areas of Sinchon and Hongdae . The area

1116-599: The semester and take classes to fulfill course requirements for their majors during the vacation. For the 7+1 program, students will design their plans for external activities prior to the beginning of the semester. The activities are to develop expertise in areas of interest rather than being limited to opening a new business or finding employment. Once the plans are approved, students receive up to 15 credits once they submit completion reports. The Center for Integrated Science and Technology, which will include four departments in biotechnology and another four in engineering, will offer

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1152-513: The society's needs under the project. Of the 75 universities that applied, Konkuk University, Ewha Womans University , Hanyang University 's ERICA campus, and 18 other universities were chosen. As a result, Konkuk University is expected to receive up to 450 billion won in government funding over three years until 2018. More than 15% will be allocated for scholarships, and a significant portion will be used to improve educational programs and build infrastructure. In 2017, Konkuk University introduced

1188-540: The university's 20th president. The university has four executive vice presidents: provost and executive vice president for academic affairs, executive vice president for public affairs, executive vice president for research, and executive vice president for medicine. The board of the Konkuk University Foundation, which governs the university, includes Chairperson Ja-eun Yoo and eleven other board members who each serve 4-year terms. As of 2021,

1224-517: Was filmed at the main campus in Seoul. Cheese in the Trap , a popular " webtoon " published on Naver since 2010 with more than 1 million viewers, was written by Konkuk University alumnus Soonkki  [ ko ] . Many illustrations were based on Konkuk University buildings, including the museum and library. Ministry of Education (Redirected from Ministry of Education ) An education ministry

1260-874: Was selected for the Leaders in Industry-University Cooperation (LINC+) project by the Ministry of Education and the National Research Foundation of Korea and has been accredited by the Korean University Accreditation Institute (KUAI), of the Korean Council for University Education , for two consecutive periods. Yoo served as the first president of Konkuk University from 1959 to 1961. In September 2016, Sanggi Min became

1296-558: Was the largest library in Asia at the time. As of February 2014, the library had more than 900,000 Korean books and 200,000 foreign language books. Six reading rooms with about 2,200 seats are available, and a reading room on the third floor of the library is open 24 hours a day. The library has interlibrary loan agreements with Korea University , Dongguk University , Sungkyunkwan University , Hanyang University , Hankuk University of Foreign Studies , and Chung-Ang University . Ilgam Lake

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