Sahmyook University
Seoul, South Korea


- Country
- South Korea
- City
- Seoul
- Ranking
- 1101–1200 in the QS Asian University Rankings
About Sahmyook University
1. Undergraduate programs and what you study
1. Business and Management
Business Administration: Management, marketing, accounting, finance, human resources, and business strategy.
Suitable for students interested in corporate jobs, entrepreneurship, marketing, and administration.
Best suited to: Management, Business Studies, and Commerce backgrounds.
2. IT, Computing and Artificial Intelligence
Computer Science: Programming, software development, computer systems, and computing fundamentals.
AI Informatics / AI Convergence: Artificial intelligence, intelligent systems, and data-driven technologies.
Data and Cloud Engineering: Data processing, cloud infrastructure, and cloud-based computing.
Computer and Engineering-related programs: Technical computing and engineering applications.
Best suited to: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, and students interested in technology.
3. Nursing and Healthcare
Nursing: Patient care, clinical practice, and nursing science.
Physical Therapy: Rehabilitation, movement, and therapeutic treatment.
Public Health: Community health, disease prevention, and health promotion.
Health and Human Performance: Exercise, physical fitness, and human health.
Pharmacy: Medicines, pharmacology, and pharmaceutical sciences.
Best suited to: Students interested in healthcare and medical-related careers. Professional licensing requirements may apply.
4. Food, Nutrition and Life Sciences
Food and Nutrition: Human nutrition, dietetics, food science, and health.
Chemistry and Life Science: Chemistry, biology, laboratory science, and life sciences.
Integrative Biotechnology / Bio-Convergence Engineering: Biotechnology and applications of biological sciences.
Animal Life Resources: Animal science and animal resource management.
Best suited to: Biology, Chemistry, and science backgrounds.
5. Psychology and Social Sciences
Counseling Psychology: Human behaviour, counseling, and psychological development.
Social Welfare: Social services, community development, and welfare programs.
Global Korean Studies: Korean language, culture, and society, with an international perspective.
Best suited to: Students interested in psychology, social services, and community work.
6. Aviation, Tourism and Foreign Languages
- Aviation Tourism and Foreign Languages: Aviation services, tourism management, foreign languages, and intercultural communication.
The university describes this division as combining language skills with aviation and tourism knowledge.
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Best suited to: Students interested in aviation services, tourism, hospitality, and international communication.
7. Education
- Early Childhood Education: Child development, early learning, teaching methods, and educational planning.
Best suited to: Students who want careers in early childhood education and childcare.
8. Architecture and Environmental Design
Architecture: Building design, architectural planning, structures, and design studios. The university lists four-year and five-year architecture options.
Environmental Design and Horticulture: Landscape-related design, plants, horticulture, and environmental planning.
Best suited to: Students interested in design, construction, architecture, and the environment.
9. Arts, Design and Music
Art and Design: Visual communication, creative design, and artistic practice.
Music: Musical performance, theory, and music-related studies.
Global Culture and Arts Convergence: An interdisciplinary area combining cultural and artistic fields.
Best suited to: Students with creative interests and relevant artistic skills.
10. Theology and Liberal Arts
Theology: Religious studies, biblical studies, and theological education.
Smith College of Liberal Arts: Broad-based liberal education and interdisciplinary study.
Best suited to: Students interested in theology, humanities, and a broad academic foundation.
The program names above are summarized from Sahmyook University's official undergraduate department listings and international admissions information.
2. Master's and doctoral programs
Sahmyook University also offers postgraduate study through its general graduate school and specialized graduate schools for theology, business, and nursing. Its official graduate admissions page lists 19 master's programs and 13 doctoral programs, although individual offerings and eligibility should be checked for the intended intake.
Broad areas include:
Business and management
Theology and religious studies
Pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences
Chemistry and life sciences
Counseling psychology and social welfare
Nursing and healthcare
Environmental horticulture
Education, arts, music, and sports-related fields
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