Seoul National University of Science and Technology successfully hosted a seminar to share outcomes of urban development projects from international students in a master's program supported by various ministries.
On February 6, 2026, the International Urban Science Graduate School at Seoul National University of Science and Technology, under the leadership of President Won Yong-geol, organized a successful seminar dubbed the '2026 Winter International Urban Science Graduate School GPD Achievement Sharing Seminar.' This event brought together graduate students from overseas governmental backgrounds who are engaged in global project development (GPD) courses. The seminar focused on sharing the results of urban development projects studied by these international trainees in collaboration with relevant agencies, including insights into linking these projects to international endeavors.
Approximately 100 participants attended the seminar, including officials from various institutions such as the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), Export-Import Bank of Korea (KEXIM), World Bank, and several local government bodies. The seminar highlighted four master’s degree training programs offered by the school's International Urban Science Graduate School, which aim to provide practical education in urban development, infrastructure, and environmental projects. Participants collaborated in teams consisting of international trainees and local students, generating project proposals with high applicability to local settings and working to establish cooperation networks between domestic stakeholders and foreign cities.
The seminar was structured into two sessions. The first session featured presentations from representatives of KOICA, KEXIM, and the World Bank, discussing development strategies linked to their international training program. The second session showcased urban development project outcomes from four countries: Indonesia, Kenya, Peru, and Pakistan. Notably, the Indonesian team proposed a model for establishing an electronic waste recycling center in West Java, aimed at resource recovery and sustainable fuels through educational support for local recyclers, effectively reducing illegal waste handling and promoting environmental safety. This seminar underscores the role of the graduate school in fostering international cooperation and sustainable urban development practices through education and shared experiences.
