Program Overview

Graduate School of Advanced Defenses, SKKU

The Graduate School of Advanced Defenses at Sungkyunkwan University offers a comprehensive program in advanced defense studies, focusing on cutting-edge technologies and strategies.

Program Overview

The program is designed to provide students with a balanced education in advanced defense technologies, including AI, unmanned systems, and cybersecurity, as well as military strategy and policy.

Curriculum

The curriculum is divided into four tracks:

• Security Track: AI and Democracy, Understanding Espionage, East Asian Security, National Security, Cyber Security, Industrial Security, International Relations, International Information and Policy Decision, Cyber Terrorism and National Security
• Artificial Intelligence Track: Deep Learning, Data Science Basics, LLM Problem Solving, Data Structures and Algorithms, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Mining, Computer Vision
• Information Protection Track: Digital Forensics, Anti-Tampering Technology, Cryptocurrency Response, Cloud Security, Cryptography, Internet Security, Incident Response, Cyber Crime and Response
• Defense Industry Track: Defense System Special Lecture, National Defense Technology Management, Future IT Industry Trends, International Negotiation and Defense Export, Defense Industry Introduction, Project Management

Educational Approach

The program emphasizes:

• Demand-based curriculum operation: Regular demand surveys and curriculum reflection for the Ministry of National Defense, each military branch, and defense agencies
• Interdisciplinary fusion education: Collaboration with civilian experts, military personnel, and defense industry professionals
• Innovative teaching methods: Problem-Based Learning (PBL), flipped learning, discussion, and simulation classes
• Expert lectures and joint R&D: Participation of experts from the Ministry of National Defense, ADD, and defense companies in lectures and joint research projects

Academic Support

The program provides a comprehensive academic support system, including:

• Academic schedule and academic system
• Student Q&A
• Registration, leave of absence, and re-enrollment
• Graduation requirements
• Course registration
• Scholarship system
• Student ID, certificate issuance, and parking permit