# Gyeongbuk university specialized training funding > Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/gyeongbuk-university-specialized-training-funding > Updated: 2026-10-13T05:00:41.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. 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 will receive 25 billion KRW to focus on the future aviation industry by restructuring its academic system into four specialized schools covering aviation safety, flight operations, services, and maintenance. Gumi University and Daekyung University will each receive 10 billion KRW; Gumi University will specialize in Physical AI, while Daekyung University will focus on cultural content expertise by merging traditional arts with AI and digital technologies. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-13: Gyeongbuk universities secure 45 billion KRW for specialized training Three Gyeongbuk universities will receive 45 billion KRW over five years to specialize in future aviation, Physical AI, and cultural contents through a Ministry of Education project. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gyeongbuk-universities-secure-45-billion-krw-for-specialized-training ### 2026-09-28: Kyungbok University trains 58 aviation students through global field programs Kyungbok University’s aviation service department has sent 58 students on global field training programs to Australia, Canada, and the Philippines to enhance language and practical service skills. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kyungbok-university-trains-58-aviation-students-through-global-field-programs --- Cite as: Gyeongbuk university specialized training funding. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/gyeongbuk-university-specialized-training-funding