About Korea National University of Education
Korea National University of Education (KNUE) is a leading national university in South Korea, established in 1984 as the country's sole comprehensive teacher training institution. Located in Cheongju City, it specializes in pre-service and in-service teacher training, educational research, and policy development. KNUE comprises four colleges offering 24 undergraduate programs and three graduate schools with 50 master's and doctoral programs, serving approximately 2,400 undergraduates and 3,300 graduate students. The university focuses on training teachers for various educational levels, including kindergarten, elementary, middle, and secondary schools. It also provides reeducation for in-service educators and conducts research on educational theories and policies. KNUE is recognized for its high national teacher employment exam passing rate and has produced over 16,000 alumni, many of whom work in public and private schools. The institution emphasizes educational autonomy and equality of opportunity, preparing graduates for roles as teachers, scholars, and researchers.
Location
Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do, South Korea, 28173