Brain Korea 21 FOUR

■ Transformation in education and research fueled by the Fourth Industrial Revolution and technological progress

The Fourth Industrial Revolution, driven by scientific and technological progress and socio-economic shifts, requires innovative talent fostered through interdisciplinary education and convergent research

■ Rising demand for highly skilled R&D professionals

Despite declining school-age and working populations and slower economic growth, the demand for highly skilled R&D talent continues to increase

■ Expanding role of research-oriented universities as knowledge creators

Globally, research universities are evolving beyond academic inquiry to address regional, national, and global challenges

■ Graduate education and research support centered on research quality

Major countries emphasize the quality of research outcomes—such as publication impact—in evaluating and supporting university research and graduate talent development

Duration: September 2020 – August 2027 (7 years)

Budget: KRW 522.5 billion annually in 2025; approximately KRW 3.2 trillion overall