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The Catholic University of Korea

Philosophy

Founding Philosophy

University of Respect for Human Dignity, CUK
Since 1855, The Catholic University of Korea has been practicing the founding philosophy of respecting human dignity.
Educational Philosophy
Truth, Love, and Service based on the Catholic Spirit
- TRUTH
- LOVE
- SERVICE

Educational Purpose

01 Cultivating Professionals Who Respect Human Dignity	Pursue the universality of truth Promote education that respects human life Encourage interdisciplinary approaches between fields of studies
02 Contributing to the advancement of national culture by developing balanced members of society	Cultivate the ability to harmoniously integrate reason, faith, and reality Foster autonomy to realize the common good Develop perseverance to pioneer the future with a positive and hopeful historical perspective
03 Nurturing global citizens who contribute to the development and peace of human society	Critically assess and systematically enhance various cultures Increase capacity to serve peace and justice globally Educate to protect nature and the environment

CUK Core Competency

Ideal Talent of the Catholic University of Korea

Ethical leaders with "character" and "creativity"

Character Competency
- Self-Assessment Competency
  
  Self-Discovery
  
  Career Development
- Community Competency
  
  Outreach
  
  Global Citizenship
Creativity Competency
- Problem-Solving Competency
  
  Problem Recognition
  
  Experts in Action
- Innovation Competency
  
  Creative Thinking
  
  Knowledge Integration

Definition of the CUK Core Competencies

Competency Axis	Core Competency	Explanation
Character Competency	Self-Assessment	Self-Discovery Ability to reflect on oneself and society with a critical attitude Career Development Ability to integrate the necessary skills for choosing and achieving future career goals, and readiness to accomplish career objectives
Character Competency	Community Competency	Outreach Ability to understand and practice the values of caring for, respecting, and considering others Global Citizenship Ability to see and understand the world from diverse perspectives and communicate across linguistic and cultural barriers
Creativity Competency	Problem-Solving Competency	Problem Recognition Ability to identify key points in a problem situation, effectively seek solutions, and evaluate and manage progress. Experts in Action Ability to exhibit meta-level cognitive and social attitudes required for task completion and problem-solving at an expert level
Creativity Competency	Innovation Competency	Creative Thinking Ability to generate new and diverse ideas and develop alternatives Knowledge Integration Ability to think from an integrative perspective across various academic fields to create new values