Gyeongbuk universities secure 45 billion KRW for specialized training

Three universities in Gyeongbuk Province—Kyungwoon University, Gumi University, and Daekyung University—have been selected for the Ministry of Education’s ‘2026 Specialized Leading University Cultivation Project.’ The institutions will receive a total of 45 billion KRW in government funding over the next five years to develop specialized talent in high-growth sectors.

Kyungwoon University, selected in the general university category, will receive 25 billion KRW to focus on the future aviation industry. The university plans to restructure its academic system into four specialized schools covering aviation safety, flight operations, services, and maintenance. It also aims to expand its specialized student quota by over 50%.

Gumi University and Daekyung University were selected in the junior college category. Gumi University will receive 10 billion KRW to specialize in Physical AI, focusing on the integration of AI with robotics and automated systems. Daekyung University will also receive 10 billion KRW to develop cultural content expertise by merging traditional arts like music and dance with AI and digital technologies.