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College of Social Sciences Department of Political science and diplomacy

  • LocationBumin Campus College of Social Sciences B04(A)-0702
  • Tel +82-51-200-8605

Dept. of Political Science and Diplomacy

Introducing our department.

Political Diplomacy is the study of power criticism and at the same time the study of social management. The vision and goal of the department is to cultivate the basic theories to analyze political phenomena and the subjective values to interpret them.

The Department also provides students with the knowledge to survive in a diverse international environment, in the process of adjusting to conflicts, and in the face of intense multilateral competition.

Finally, the course promotes a historical understanding of the values of freedom and peace, which are the basic qualities of a democracy, and fosters a sense of responsibility and philanthropy as moral values for the prosperity of the community.

Educational Goals

Political Diplomacy is the study of power criticism and at the same time the study of social management. In line with these characteristics, the goal of Political Diplomacy is to educate students to have a keen analytical ability, accurate judgment, and dispassionate criticism of politics and society. Furthermore, it aims to cultivate specialized and practical knowledge of real-life politics and policies, and to train professionals who can play an active role in the real political sphere.

Introducing Our Department's Distinctive Programs

Distinctive Program

  • Policy Proposal Contest (1st semester of senior year) We have time for students to explore and present their various political opinions on specific matters, such as youth, housing, etc.
  • National Model United Nations Conference for University Students Every year from June to July, university students affiliated with the Department of Political Science and Diplomacy from around the country participate in a mock United Nations conference, where they can meet actual embassy officials and experience how a UN conference is conducted.

Department pride

Departmental Club

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    Stepping-StoneConnecting people to people! Stepping-Stone is a political research and discussion society circle that started in 1999 in the Department of Political Science and Diplomacy at Dong-A University. We hold monthly discussion and study activities on social issues and conduct studies with other university students in the region during the school term. In addition, we participate in public exhibitions for policy proposals, social problem solving, etc. Our activities focus on goals such as building a university student community, self-development, improving problem-solving skills, and cultivating humanistic thinking skills.

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    ZeusThis is a soccer club within the department. We hope to help alumni strengthen the bonds between peers, seniors, and juniors not only academically, but also by playing directly outdoors.

Career and employment after graduation

Key Licenses and Certifications Obtained

  • More direct access to local politics than certification.

Career Paths After Graduation

Public Institutions
  • Fields of EmploymentInstitutes and public institutions related to politics and diplomacy
  • Related companiesKorea Institute for National Defense Studies, Institute for Social Policy Studies, Institute for North-South Strategic Studies, and other political and diplomatic organizations
Broadcasters
  • Fields of EmploymentPolitical and diplomatic media
  • Related companiesvarious broadcasters and newspapers, journalists
Sales, service and management positions
  • Fields of Employmentales and service positions in a variety of occupations and Administrative positions
  • Related companiespharmaceutical and liquor companies, kindergartens, civil servants, teachers and staff

Employment cases

Graduation in 2022
  • Local Civil ServantHaeundae District Office Level 9 Civil Servant
  • Computer programming services businessTerrens Co.
  • General companiesLotte Culture Works Co., Ltd, Han Pass Co., Ltd)
  • Onnuri Tax CorporationOnnuri Tax Corporation Northern Branch
  • Public InstitutionsBusan Youth Center, Agency for the Promotion of Human Resources and Continuing Education
Graduation in 2021
  • Local Civil ServantGrade 9 civil servants in district offices
  • General companies2.7 August Apparel, Nishi Koh Tec Co., Ltd
  • School Faculty & StaffKoshin University, University of Dong-A

What Kind of Students Does Our Department Want?

  • Students with an international outlook and administrative skills in line with the trend toward internationalization.
  • In this century of culture, students understand cultural phenomena and have a critical eye.
  • Students prepare for the new political era of the 21st century by acquiring basic knowledge of various IT technologies and how to operate them while living in the digital age.
  • Students acquire various knowledge of the adjustment process to the various international social environments and conflicts and how to survive in intense multilateral competition.

High school subjects related to the department

학과 관련 고교 교과목 체크표로 국어, 영어, 수학, 사회, 과학 정보제공
Korean language English Math Social Studies Science

Departmental FAQsFeel Free to Ask Anything

  • Q

    What if I want to learn about politics?

    You can learn about real-life politics through on-the-job training in electoral politics and through visits to various parliaments and NGOs.

  • Q

    What kind of person is the Department of Political Diplomacy looking for?

    Students interested in national and international political phenomena.

  • Q

    What high school subjects are associated with the Department of Political Science and Diplomacy?

    The main related subjects include Japanese, Social Studies, and Philosophy.

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  • Department inquiry +82-51-200-8605
  • Advising professor Inseok Joo, +82-51-200-8611, joois2000@dau.ac.kr