Kyungbok University is recruiting 35 students for its Spring 2027 Professional Technology Master's Program to train highly skilled professionals in emerging industries.


The program offers two majors approved by the Ministry of Education: the AI-Based XR Simulation Content Program (15 students) and the AI Digital Healthcare Program (20 students). Applications will be accepted from November 16 to 30, 2026.


The Professional Technology Master's Program is a regular master's degree program offered by junior colleges. It provides job-focused, master's-level technical education and interdisciplinary skills training. Graduates may also pursue doctoral degrees.


Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree or be expected to earn one by February 2027. Those with at least two years of experience in a related field may apply regardless of whether they are currently employed.


The AI Digital Healthcare Program combines clinical experience in healthcare fields such as nursing and clinical laboratory science with artificial intelligence and big data technologies. Students will study medical AI, medical big data analysis, smart hospital systems, digital therapeutics, and wearable devices.


The program will offer hands-on training and clinical data-based projects in collaboration with large tertiary hospitals and digital healthcare companies. Graduates can pursue careers in areas such as medical information and smart hospital planning, digital healthcare services, and healthcare data analysis.


Poster for Recruitment of New Students for the Professional Technology Master's Program at Kyungbok University

Poster for Recruitment of New Students for the Professional Technology Master's Program at Kyungbok University

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The AI-Based XR Simulation Content Program focuses on developing skills in virtual production and immersive content creation, drawing on 3D graphics, XR simulation, artificial intelligence, platforms, and interaction technologies.


Students will work on industry-linked projects using facilities including practice labs for Unity and Unreal Engine, VR and AR showrooms, an AI vision lab, and a virtual studio. The program recently won eight awards at the 2026 International Creative Design Awards.


To help working students balance their jobs and studies, the university offers evening and weekend classes, remote lectures, and intensive daytime classes. Through its Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) system, it awards academic credit for practical work experience and research achievements. Scholarships and other support include tuition reductions for eligible Gyeonggi ANCHOR Project participants, project scholarships, and the Kyungbok Family, academia-government cooperation, and alumni scholarships.



Kyungbok University will hold an admissions information session on November 13, 2026, at 4 p.m. at the AI Convergence Center on the fourth floor of Changjo Hall at its Namyangju Campus. Interviews will be held on December 12, and admission results will be announced on December 18. For more information, visit the Kyungbok University admissions website.


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