Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)

• August 19, 1978

First commencement for the doctoral program

• September 12, 1975

Candidates matriculate for doctorate degree

• August 20, 1975

First commencement for the Master program

• March 05, 1973

Candidates matriculate for their Master degree

• February 16, 1971

Korea Advanced Institute of Science (KAIS), Hongneung Campus, Seoul is established

Leading the Reform in Education, to Strengthen the Nations Competitiveness

• Foster and produce competent leaders for industry through the advancement of education.
• Support faculty research activity, to achieve academic supremacy that matches world-class standards.
• Reorganize the academic curriculum to suit internationalization.

Established in 1971, KAIST has garnered interest for its achievements in leading the growth of our nation’s science and technology industry, and has developed into a prominent global research university, attaining elevated standards and receiving recognition throughout the world from academic communities. In the future, KAIST will strive to become trusted even more, respected by South Korea and the world, and further its development, particularly in the field of research and education. Starting in South Korea, KAIST will cross the five oceans and spread its influence throughout all the continents, expanding its roots and absorbing/converging various academics and cultures to create a fruitful and innovative future.

Fostering Creative Talents

• Strengthening of student-centered teaching innovation and e-learning
• Bolstering of creative design and convergence education

Fostering of Global Science and Technology Leaders

• Free and creative educational environment
• Holistic leadership training (challenging spirit, humanity and leadership)
• English lecture and English education for global talent cultivation
• Expansion of Korean education for international students

Human Resource Development & Capacity Building

• Cyclical personnel system
• Strengthening of efforts to recruit outstanding faculty
• Identifying and recruiting creative talents