Dongseo University (DSU) is a private university in Busan, South Korea, established in 1992. It has developed a distinctive academic identity around specialization, informatization and internationalization, with strong emphasis on practical education, creativity, technology and global engagement.
The university is particularly recognized for its programs in film and visual media, design, digital contents and information technology, while its current academic structure also includes business and social sciences, tourism, bio-health, engineering, liberal education and international studies.
DSU has a strong international orientation. Its International College offers English-taught programs in areas including Global Business Administration, Computer Science, Game Development, Animation, Film and Visual Effects, and Digital Design.
The university operates its main Jurye Campus and Centum Campus in Busan, and has international connections and overseas campuses/branches. It was also selected for Korea's Glocal University 30 initiative together with Dong-A University, with cultural contents—including film, design, IT and media contents—identified as a major area of specialization.
| Acronym | DSU |
| Motto / Slogan | Truth, Creativity, Service |
| Mascot | Bald eagle |
| Founded | 1992 |
| Location | Sasang, Busan, South Korea |
| Address | Dongseo University, 47 Jurye-ro, Sasang-gu, Busan 47011, Korea |
Dongseo University has established strong academic programs in film, visual effects, design, digital contents, IT and software, making it particularly relevant for students interested in creative technology and media industries.
Its International College offers degree programs taught in English in Global Business Administration, Computer Science, Game Development, Animation, Film & Visual Effects, Digital Design, and Korean Language & Business.
The International College brings together students and professors from different countries and provides dedicated support to help international students adapt academically and socially.
DSU emphasizes practical learning, with opportunities for students to gain hands-on experience through workshops, research laboratories and industry-linked programs.
Application Fee- US$ 60 for undergraduate or Master’s Program / US$ 90 for Doctorate Program
POSTGRADUATE:
Application Fee :
60,000 Won (60 USD) for Undergraduate and Master's Program
90,000 Won (90USD) for Doctorate Program
Documents 7, 8, and 9 must be translated and notarized if the original documents are not in Korean.
Transcripts and diplomas issued by non-Korean academic institutions must be verified and certified by the Korean Embassy, where the institutions are located. If these documents are submitted from an Apostille member country, the Apostille verification may be used.
Application documents, including transcripts, certificates and test results, will not be returned to the applicant
Master's Programs
Applicants wishing to enter Master’s programs must have (or be expected to receive) a bachelor’s degree or equivalent issued by an accredited college or university.
Doctorate Programs
Applicants wishing to enter Doctorate programs must have (or be expected to receive) a Master’s degree or equivalent issued by an accredited college or university.
TOEFL iBT 3.5(previous scale 50), IELTS 5.5, CEFR B2, NEW TEPS 202.
15. Application Fee :
60,000 Won (60 USD) for Undergraduate and Master's Program
90,000 Won (90USD) for Doctorate Program
STEP 01 Online Application
STEP 02 Submission of the Required Documents
STEP 03 Document Evaluation
STEP 04 Announcement of Admission Results
STEP 05 Payment of Tuition Fee
STEP 06 Issuance of Admission Certificate
STEP 07 Application for Visa to Korea
STEP 08 Registration & Course Selection
Email: [email protected]
Phone : +82-51-320-2092, +82-51-320-2093, +82-51-320-2746, +82-51-320-24296
Dongseo University is currently listed by the Korean government's Study in Korea portal as an IEQAS-certified university (International Education Quality Assurance System). IEQAS certification is awarded by the Korean Ministry of Education and Ministry of Justice to universities that meet requirements for international student recruitment, academic/living support, management and internationalization.
Dongseo is also included among the universities participating in the 2026 Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) university list.
Following upon the developments of KIT, authorization was granted in 1992 for DSU to accept 400 students to 8 majors (40 in Mathe... read more
In 1999, Dr. Sung Man Chang was elected First Chairman of the Busan Christian Organization – after long service as Minister, Statesman, and Educator. He was succeeded by Dr. Dong Soon Park, who left her role as Executive Director of KIT to become DSU’s fourth president.
Dr. Dong Soon Park served three consecutive terms as president of Dongseo University, during which the school underwent remarkable development and global expansion. In 2011, Dr. Park retired and was succeeded by Dr. Jekuk Chang, who now serves as the eighth president of Dongseo University.
Throughout its history, DSU has remained committed to its founding principles of creating graduates possessed of faith, hope, and love in the spirit of Jesus Christ. By offering students the best educational opportunities, it is hoped that Dongseo University graduates will serve their communities through what they have learned as upstanding global citizens.