About BDU


Change for me, Chage my Life!
Busan Digital University

Why BDU

Unlock Your Potential with a Wealth of Scholarships
  • Tuition support is available through more than 50 types of university and national scholarship programs
  • 88.1% of enrolled students receive scholarships, with an average annual benefit of approximately 2.23 million KRW per student (based on 18 credits and an annual tuition of 2.52 million KRW)

※ Based on data from 2024-1 enrolled students, as disclosed in the 2024 university information report

Grade A Cyber University, Recognized by the Ministry of Education
  • Received the highest rating in the Ministry of Education’s 2020 evaluation of remote universities and competency certification
  • Offers a high return on educational investment, helping to reduce the overall cost of students’ academic and campus experience
Leading in Ministry of Education Financial Support Selections
  • Recognized for outstanding institutional capacity and student support systems, BDU has received the highest number of financial support project selections among cyber universities
  • Selected for the Korean-style Online Open Course (K-MOOC) initiative for seven consecutive years, with 23 courses developed and operated to date

※ as disclosed in the 2019, 2020 university information report

Tailored for Adult Learners
  • More than 80% of enrolled students are working adults
  • A flexible academic system supports the balance of work, family, childcare, social life, and academic or certification goals
Support for New and Transfer Students
  • Specialized programs help new and transfer students adjust to cyberlearning, including an online preparatory college, foundational learning resources for first-year students, and the Leaders’ Club peer mentoring program
Fully Online Bachelor’s Degree Programs and National Certifications
  • All classes, exams, and assignments are conducted entirely online
  • Students can prepare for nationally recognized certifications, including social worker, childcare teacher, lifelong education instructor, and Korean language teacher credentials
Specialized in Digital Transformation and Internationalization
  • With 16 departments and one convergence major in future-focused disciplines, the university delivers a strong emphasis on digital transformation and global engagement
  • Through its career design model, BDU enhances students’ core competencies and nurtures creative, interdisciplinary professionals
Supporting Successful Academics with AI and Big Data
  • Self-Directed Learning Model that Enables Students to Study Independently
  • Inhouse developed Intelligent Learning System (ILS) to Support Students' Academic Success through AI and Big Data
Advancing the Globalization of Cyber Education
  • A partner institution in the ASEAN Cyber University (ACU) e-Learning Capacity Enhancement Project, organized by the Ministry of Education and KERIS (Korea Education and Research Information Service)
  • Selected to collaborate on the ASEAN Cyber University 2024 Joint Curriculum
Personalized Support from Admission to Graduation
  • One-on-one faculty mentoring ensures a successful university experience, offering individualized guidance and support from enrollment through graduation
Career Development and Entrepreneurship Programs
  • BDU offers specialized programs that strengthen students’ core career skills and field-specific expertise, with a focus on both professional advancement and entrepreneurial growth
Master’s Degree Programs
  • BDU offers master’s programs in Counseling Psychology and Social Welfare, delivering advanced education and professional preparation in two highly specialized fields