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Pukyong National University

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Pukyong National University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Pukyong National University is a public university in Busan, South Korea, with a strong focus on fisheries sciences and other maritime fields. It suits students looking for bachelor’s study in those areas or in the listed humanities, social sciences, health, design, and technology-related programmes.

  2. What you can study

    The university offers 12 bachelor’s degree programmes, including Japanese Literature, Calligraphy, Cultural Arts, Child Development, English Communication, International Studies, Health and Nutrition, Living Environment, Fashion Design, Home Economics and Welfare, Nursing, and AI Life Design. Its longer-standing academic emphasis is on fisheries sciences and other maritime fields, and it also has extensive facilities for Marine and Technology studies.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply for a bachelor’s degree and check the current entry requirements, documents, and deadlines on the official university website. The university does not publish additional admissions details here, so confirm language requirements, any programme-specific conditions, and whether your chosen major has separate selection steps with the admissions office.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs in Busan will depend on housing, food, transport, and personal spending, so budget separately for those.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not published. Before applying, check which programmes accept international students, what language proof is required, whether your chosen major has a separate application process, and what support the university provides for visas, housing, and arrival.

  6. How it compares

    In South Korea, where there are 245 universities, Pukyong National University stands out more for its maritime and fisheries orientation than for a broad degree catalogue. If you want a public university with a focused set of bachelor’s options and a clear strength in marine-related study, it is more specific than many larger general institutions.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Pukyong National University

What type of university is Pukyong National University?

It is a public university.

Where is Pukyong National University located?

It is in Busan, South Korea, with campuses at Daeyeon-dong and Yongdang-dong near Nam-gu.

What level of study does it offer?

It offers bachelor’s degree programmes.

What are some example programmes at the university?

Examples include Nursing, English Communication, International Studies, Fashion Design, and AI Life Design.

Overview

Pukyong National University is a national university in Busan, South Korea, formed in 1996. The university has two campuses, Daeyeon-dong and Yongdang-dong, situated near the coastal district of Nam-gu. PKNU has a traditional focus on fisheries sciences and other maritime fields, and has extensive facilities for Marine and Technology studies.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for South Korea.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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