Educational Philosophy
Sogang University was founded by the Society of Jesus on the basis of the Catholic faith and the Jesuit ideals of education, in keeping with the educational spirit of the Republic of Korea. Sogang pursues whole-person education grounded in love and faith: exploring knowledge and seeking truth while practicing justice and respecting human dignity and the value of life. In this way we educate people of true character who are dedicated to the advancement of human culture and the human community.
- Catholic FaithFounded by the Society of Jesus
- Jesuit Ideals of EducationSeeking truth, practicing justice
- Whole-Person EducationGrounded in love and faith
Educating people dedicated to the advancement of human culture and the human community
Vision
A distinctive, world top-100 college of engineering leading “Sogang in the World”
Mission
Through education and research, the College of Engineering prepares people with the ability to conduct independent, creative research and to contribute to society.
Five Core Strategies
- A world-class curriculum
- Recruiting outstanding researchers
- Industry–academia partnerships
- Stronger research capacity
- More scholarships
Educational Goals
Building on Sogang University’s educational philosophy and mission, the College of Engineering provides whole-person education that develops adaptability and outstanding creativity grounded in democratic values and a sound view of the world. To educate professionals who are strong in both scholarship and practice, we pursue three goals.
- Educating creative engineers
- Educating engineers with practical design skills
- Educating responsible, ethical engineers through character education