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동명대, 2024 QS 스타즈(Stars) 대학평가 최상위 5성(5 Stars) 인증 획득

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부산 동명대가 세계적인 대학평가기관인 영국의 QS(Quacquarelli Symonds)가 지난 19일 발표한 QS 스타즈(Stars) 대학평가(University Ratings)에서 최상위 등급인 5성(5 Stars) 인증을 받았다.  2024년 기준 전 세계 70개국 이상의 700개 대학이 QS 스타즈 평가를 받았으며, 그중 결과를 공개한 374개 대학 중 동명대가 국내 대학 가운데 유일하게 5성 인증을 받았다. QS 스타즈 대학평가에 처음 도전한 대학이 최상위 인증을 받은 건 놀라운 성과로 동명대의 지난 4년간 혁신 노력이 맺은 결과라는 평가다. QS 스타즈 레이팅(대학평가)은 상대평가를 통해 대학의 순위를 부여하는 QS 랭킹평가와 달리 대학의 교육(teaching), 학문개발(Academic Development), 시설인프라(Facilities), 취업(Employability), 거버넌스(Good Governance), 사회적 영향(Social Inpact), 국제화(Global Engagement), 강점 전공 분야(Subject Ranking or Programme Strength), 다양성·형평성·포용성(Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) 등 9개 분야에 평가를 통해 대학의 종합적 우수성을 인증한다. 세계대학 랭킹은 논문과 평판도를 주로 반영하지만, 스타즈 레이팅은 대학 및 이해 관계자에게 다양한 시각에서 객관적인 정보를 제공하기에 전 세계 학생들이 유학 대학 선택 시 중요한 판단 기준이 된다. 동명대는 9개 분야 중 5개 분야(교육, 학문개발, 시설인프라, 취업, 사회적 영향)에서 5성을 받았다. 2024년 12월 기준 5성급 대학은 136개 대학이 있고 그 안에는 QS 세계 랭킹 89위의 미국 펜실베니아주립대와 261위인 뉴질랜드 켄터베리대가 포함돼 있다.  동명대가 높은 평가를 받은 것은 2021년 취임한 전호환 총장의 교육 철학과 대학혁신 노력을 인정받았기 때문이다. 동명대는 도전·실천·체험이 핵심 가치인 두잉(Do-ing)교육을 바탕으로 한 체덕지(體德智) 교육을 통해 대학 교육에 새바람을 일으키고 있다. 유학생 특화 영어 전용 단과대학인 BIC(부산국제대학)를 설립하고 1,300명의 유학생이 재학함으로써 동명대는 글로벌 대학으로 탈바꿈했다. 또 그린스타트업타운, 경상국립대 대학동물병원 유치 등 혁신 전략을 추진하고 있다. 대학은 이 같은 성과를 인정받아 2024년 WURI(World University Ranking for Innovation) 랭킹 혁신 리더십 분야에서 세계 34위에 오르고 2024 글로컬대학30 예비 대학에 선정됐다. 전호환 동명대 총장은“QS 스타즈 대학평가에 처음 도전한 대학이 5성급 인증을 받은 건 쾌거다. 동명대의 도전은 QS 아시아 랭킹 200위, 세계 600위 권 진입과 THE 같은 세계대학평가에서도 높은 순위를 받는 데까지 이어질 것이다. 동명대가 부산을 살리고 대한민국 강소 대학 TOP10에 들도록 노력하겠다”고 했다.


Tongmyong University in Busan (President Chun Ho-hwan) has been awarded the prestigious 5-Star rating in the QS Stars University Ratings, as announced by the globally renowned UK-based evaluation agency QS (Quacquarelli Symonds) on the 19th. 


  As of 2024, 700 universities in more than 70 countries around the world were evaluated by QS Stars, and out of a total of 374 universities that released the results, Tongmyong University is the only institution in South Korea to achieve the top-tier 5-Star rating. This remarkable achievement is even more noteworthy as it marks the university’s first participation in the QS Stars evaluation. This was evaluated as a result of Tongmyong University's outstanding innovation efforts over the past four years.


 Unlike the QS World University Rankings, which assign university rankings based on relative comparisons, the QS Stars Ratings system evaluates institutions across nine key categories: Teaching, Academic Development, Facilities, Employability, Good Governance, Social Impact, Global Engagement, Subject Ranking or Programme Strength, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. This rigorous assessment offers a holistic view of a university’s overall excellence. 


 While traditional university rankings primarily emphasize research output and reputation, QS Stars provides a more comprehensive and objective analysis, making it an important resource for students worldwide when selecting universities for international studies. By offering a multi-dimensional perspective, the system supports universities and stakeholders in understanding institutional strengths beyond rankings. 

 Tongmyong University distinguished itself by earning 5-Star ratings in five categories: Teaching, Academic Development, Facilities, Employability, and Social Impact, leading to an overall 5-Star rating in the QS Stars assessment. This accomplishment reflects the university’s commitment to excellence across diverse metrics of quality and impact.


 As of December 2024, only 136 universities worldwide have achieved the prestigious 5-Star rating, including prominent institutions like Pennsylvania State University (ranked 89th in the QS World Rankings) and University of Canterbury in New Zealand (ranked 261st). Tongmyong University has earned its place among these globally recognized institutions, solidifying its reputation as an exceptional undergraduate-focused university. 


 This remarkable achievement can be attributed to the leadership and educational philosophy of President Chun Ho-hwan, who assumed office in 2021. Under his guidance, Tongmyong University has revolutionized higher education through its Do-ing Education framework, which emphasizes core values of challenge, practice, and experience. The university integrates physical, moral, and intellectual development into its curriculum, fostering a dynamic and holistic learning environment. It reflects a holistic approach to education, emphasizing the balance and integration of physical well-being (體), ethical character (德), and intellectual growth (智). 


 Tongmyong has also transformed into a global campus with the establishment of BIC (Busan International College), an English-only college tailored for international students. This initiative has attracted over 1,300 international students. Additionally, the university has spearheaded innovative projects such as the Green Startup Town and the successful hosting of Gyeongsang National University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, further strengthening its position as a hub of innovation. 


 These efforts have been widely recognized, with Tongmyong University ranking 34th globally in the Innovation Leadership category of the 2024 WURI (World University Rankings for Innovation). It has also been selected as a preliminary member of the prestigious Glocal University 30 initiative in 2024. 

 President Chun expressed pride in the university’s accomplishments, stating, “Achieving a 5-Star certification on our first attempt at the QS Stars evaluation is a monumental milestone. Being the only university in South Korea to earn this recognition makes it even more significant. However, this is just the beginning. We aim to rank among the top 200 universities in QS Asia Rankings, enter the top 600 globally, and challenge ourselves in the THE World University Rankings to become a truly global and local university.” 


 He further emphasized, “Tongmyong University’s bold efforts will inspire innovation across Busan and South Korea. We are confident that Tongmyong will become one of South Korea’s top 10 small but mighty universities, revitalizing Busan and setting new standards for higher education.”