IFEZ Journal

IFEZ*

the Hub of 

Global 

Education

IFEZ, focusing on nurturing global talents for a sustainable future, has attracted renowned domestic and international university campuses and international schools, thereby creating an optimal educational environment and establishing itself as a global education city. Ranging from the Incheon Global Campus, with its world-class and distinctive curricula, to Korea’s top universities and international schools, we examine the educational infrastructure driving IFEZ toward a bright future.

*A Hub for Global Education Status in no. of students in IGC
50Students from Countries / 4,519 in Total

*Universities in IFEZ
6 Korean Universities : Yonsei University, Inha University, Incheon National UnivAersity, Jaeneung University, The Catholic University of Korea, Hankuk University of Foreign Studies

5 International Universities : The State University of New York-Korea (SUNY Korea), George Mason University Korea (Mason Korea), Ghent University Global Campus (GUGC), University of Utah Asia Campus (UAC), Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT)

*International Schools in IFEZ

3 International Schools : Chadwick International School, Cheongna Dalton School, Calvin Manitoba International School

IGC*

the Gateway 

to Knowledge

Key Characteristics and Strengths of IGC’s Resident Universities

The Incheon Global Campus (IGC) hosts four prestigious international universities: The State University of New York-Korea (SUNY Korea) (SBU, FIT), George Mason University Korea (Mason Korea), Ghent University Global Campus (GUGC), and the University of Utah Asia Campus (UAC). This feature explores the key strengths of IGC’s resident universities.

*글로벌 교육 중심 인천글로벌캠퍼스 재학생 현황 
50게국 / 4,519명 학생

*IFEZ 내 대학
6개 국내 대학 : 연세대, 인하대, 인천대, 재능대, 가톨릭대, 한국외국어대 / 5개 외국대학 : 한국뉴욕주립대(Stony Brook, FIT), 조지메이슨, 겐트대, 유타대, FIT

*IFEZ 내 국제학교

3개 국제학교 : 채드윅국제학교, 청라달튼외국인학교, 칼빈매니토바국제학교

❶ at the Forefront of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and Fashion Industry SUNY Korea

Established in 2012 at IGC, SUNY Korea is the State University of New York’s first global campus, offering the same curriculum as its U.S. main campus and awarding graduates a SUNY degree at the completion of their studies.

▶ Available Majors 

- Stony Brook University :Applied Mathematics and Statistics, Business Management, Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Technological Systems Management

- Fashion Institute of Technology : Fashion Design, Fashion Business Management

1st Korea’s First U.S. University

Founded in 2012, SUNY Korea represents the first U.S. university campus in Korea, offering both undergraduate and graduate programs, along with the high-quality curriculum and degrees of its home campuses at Stony Brook University and FIT.

 

1Tier Research-Focused University Ranked highest1 by the Globally Recognized Carnegie Classification 

Ranked in Tier 1 by the globally recognized Carnegie Classification, Stony Brook University is a comprehensive, research-focused university that has produced 19 award recipients (including alumni and faculty), earning honors such as the Nobel, Fields, Abel, and Pulitzer Prizes.

No.1 No.1 The United States’ Fashion Design University

FIT, a world-renowned fashion institution, aims to cultivate global leaders in the fashion and design industries. Graduates can take advantage of FIT’s global network while also gaining access to opportunities for collaboration with the fashion industry.

➋ Driving Innovation through Adaptive Thinking Mason Korea

Founded in 1972, George Mason University has developed into the largest university in the state of Virginia. For its part, Mason Korea operates as an extension of the main campus, providing students with one-year study opportunities at the main campus in Fairfax.

▶ Available Majors    

Business, Economics, Global Affairs, Conflict Analysis & Resolution, Computer Game Design, Computational and Data Sciences, the Master of Laws (LLM) program

HIGH Rated in the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU)

Mason Korea has been highly rated in the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU), placing 23rd in Law, 57th in Economics, and 73rd in Computer Science, reflecting its excellence in education and research across a wide range of disciplines.

 

RANK Placed among the Top in U.S. National University Rankings

George Mason University, a public research university in Fairfax, Virginia, ranks 52nd among U.S. public universities and 12th in the Most Innovative Schools category. It has shown remarkable growth through progressive educational initiatives, including curriculum updates that reflect current trends.

57% Percentage of Students Receiving Scholarships 

Mason Korea provides scholarships equivalent to about 16% of its revenue to offer more opportunities to outstanding students. About 57% of students have benefited, and the university is increasing both scholarship opportunities and funding through various donor-supported initiatives.

 

 

➌ With an Ambitious Vision for the Future Ghent University Global Campus

Founded in 1817 in Ghent, Belgium, Ghent University is a public comprehensive university with over 200 years of history, recognized for its top-tier research achievements, scholarly publications, and for producing Nobel laureates.

▶ Available Majors 

Molecular Biotechnology, Food Technology, Environmental Technology

ONLY The Only European University at IGC

courses taught in English. From the first semester of their senior year, students can earn credits by taking at least one semester of classes at the Belgian home campus.

 

1st Topped the Global Academic University Rankings in Veterinary Science 

Ghent University is ranked 74th worldwide and has maintained the top position in Veterinary Science for six consecutive years. It boasts excellent research performance in multiple disciplines, including science, engineering, and life sciences, and actively participates in international research and education programs.

ONE Integrated Curriculum Structure

Core courses across the three departments are taught jointly. First- and second-year students follow a curriculum of common and foundational courses, while third-year students advance into their chosen majors, aligning with their academic interests and readiness.

➌ Developing Students Who Embrace Challenges UAC

Founded in 1850, the University of Utah offers a robust research-focused academic foundation alongside practical learning programs, and its position among the world’s top 100 universities attests to the quality of its education.

▶ Available Majors    

Entertainment Arts and Engineering, City and Metropolitan Planning, Psychology, Film and Media Arts, Electrical Engineering, Information Systems, Communication, Computer Engineering, Accounting

175-Year History A Proud and Longstanding Heritage

With its 175-year history, the University of Utah, a flagship institution for the state of Utah, is recognized as a Carnegie Tier 1 research university, generating the largest number of entrepreneurs in the United States.

 

Hub for Innovation and Entrepreneurship

The University of Utah is recognized as a premier hub for entrepreneurship. In 2020, UAC incorporated the University of Utah’s Medical Innovation Center—ranked No. 1 in service quality among U.S. university medical centers—to support domestic biotech startups entering the global market.

1위 Top Public University Globally for Undergraduate Game Programs

In the 2024 Princeton Review, the University of Utah was recognized as the top public university globally for undergraduate game programs and second for graduate game programs. The university, which was the first in the U.S. to establish an e-sports team, offers a program widely regarded as one of the nation’s best.

Key Issues for
University and
International School in Ifez*

  

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[Incheon National University] 

Taking the Lead in Nurturing Interdisciplinary Talents through the ‘2025 HUSS Convergence Camp’

The Humanities and Social Sciences Convergence Talent Development Project (HUSS) of Incheon National University participated in the “2025 HUSS Convergence Camp,” held at Lahan Select Hotel Gyeongju, enhancing students’ convergence competencies and providing opportunities for interactions with students from other universities. The camp, co-hosted by the Ministry of Education and the National Research Foundation of Korea, brought together roughly 900 students from more than 50 universities across the country. The camp featured: ▲ major-themed interdisciplinary courses offered by the 10 HUSS consortia, ▲ special lectures delivered by HUSS experts, ▲ advanced-topic lectures in collaboration with COSS, ▲ guest lectures by notable speakers, and ▲ competitions and excursions in the surrounding region. In particular, in the “Gyeongju Promotion Idea Contest” (associated with APEC Insights), Kim Da-eun of Incheon National University’s Department of Sports Science won 3rd place (Merit Award). HUSS will continue promoting student engagement through a variety of convergence programs and consistently work to nurture convergence-oriented professionals.

Incheon National University
This educational institution, recognized as a “flagship national university in Incheon,” is dedicated to cultivating creative and interdisciplinary talents connecting the local community and the world and to promoting regional growth and global competitiveness through industry-academia-research collaboration.

■ 119 Songdo Munhwa-ro, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon    ☎ +82-32-835-8114

  

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[Inha University] 

Signing of an MOU with Vietnam’s CT Group to Develop Advanced Technology Talents and Promote R&D

Inha University has entered into a strategic MOU with Vietnam’s CT Group to cultivate next-generation professionals and collaborate on the development of cutting-edge technologies. Vietnam’s CT Group is a leading company in the semiconductor and uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) industries. Through this partnership, Inha University and Vietnam’s CT Group will work together to improve the quality of advanced technology education—particularly in semiconductors and UAVs—by nurturing workforce-ready professionals, jointly designing customized training programs, and providing both hands-on learning opportunities and employment support. The two parties will further expand their collaboration in a variety of fields, including the exchange of resources and services. Chairman of CT Group Tran Kim Chung said, “With Inha University’s exceptional educational strengths, we expect to enhance CT Group’s innovation ecosystem in the semiconductor and UAV sectors,” adding, “We firmly believe that this partnership will contribute to nurturing talents and driving technological development in Vietnam and South Korea.”

Inha University 
This prestigious private institution stands at the forefront of industry and cutting-edge technologies, cultivating global leaders based on its excellence in engineering and science and promoting the progress of future industries through its innovative research capabilities and collaborative partnerships with industry.

■  540 Songdo-dong, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon (Songdo Campus, to be opened)   ☎ +82-32-860-7114