Bachelor in 컴퓨터공학부(스마트보안전공)

The Department of Computer Engineering, Smart Security track (컴퓨터공학부, 스마트보안전공), at Gachon University combines core computer engineering training with a focus on protecting digital systems. A program in this area typically covers programming, computer architecture, operating systems, computer networks, and data structures, alongside specialized courses in cryptography, network security, secure software design, and increasingly the security challenges of smart and connected devices such as sensors, embedded systems, and Internet of Things products. Students learn not only how computer systems are built but also how they can be attacked and defended, working through topics such as authentication, encryption, vulnerability analysis, and incident response. This dual focus on engineering fundamentals and security prepares graduates for roles as security engineers, network administrators, software developers with a security specialization, penetration testers, and systems analysts at technology companies, financial institutions, and government agencies that need staff able to safeguard digital infrastructure. This bachelor's degree is offered at Gachon University in Seongnam, South Korea, with courses taught in English so international students can study computer engineering without needing Korean-language fluency. The program spans four years and begins with the Fall 2026 intake. South Korea's position as a major hub for electronics, telecommunications, and digital infrastructure gives students in Seongnam, close to Seoul, exposure to a technology industry where demand for smart security expertise continues to grow alongside the spread of connected devices and cloud-based services.