About Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology (GIST)
The Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology (GIST) is a research-oriented university that focuses on the fields of applied science and engineering. This institute was founded in 1993 by the Korean government to meet the nation’s demand for advanced research and to enhance the development of higher education in science and engineering. GIST takes a leading role in performing research and development in cooperation with industry sectors. In 2010, GIST opened its doors to undergraduate students. GIST is the first university in the nation to adopt an innovative system that provides a comprehensive, foundational science curriculum to serve as a stepping stone for research into a wide variety of science and engineering fields.
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Key statistics
- 26 : 74Student Ratio of Females to Males(1)
- 7%Percentage of International Students(1)
- 1,795Number of FTE Students(1)
- 9.5No. of students per staff(1)
- 38%Proportion of ISR Publication(1)
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Subjects taught at Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology (GIST)
Computer science
- Computer Science
Engineering & technology
- Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- General Engineering
- Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Physical sciences
- Chemistry
- Physics & Astronomy
Life sciences
- Biological Sciences
