Seoul Citizens' University Opens 'Citizens' University Linked with the Australian Embassy' for the 60th Anniversary of Korea-Australia Diplomatic Relations

Program Exploring Australian History, Culture, Economy, and Diplomatic Relations
Applications Open from the 29th on the ‘Seoul Lifelong Learning Portal’

[Asia Economy Reporter Lim Cheol-young] To commemorate the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Korea and Australia, a program revisiting Australia's history, culture, economy, regional attractions, themed travel information, and in-depth diplomatic relations between the two countries will be held at Seoul Citizens' University.

On the 29th, the Seoul Lifelong Education Promotion Institute announced that the Seoul Citizens' University will open a citizen university program in cooperation with the Australian Embassy starting July 6. The embassy-linked citizen university is part of the 'Open Campus for Public Diplomacy,' operated by Seoul City in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs since 2019. It is a lifelong education program that introduces global culture, economic exchange, and international affairs to citizens in connection with embassies in Korea.

Since establishing diplomatic relations in 1961, Korea and Australia have actively exchanged in all fields including politics, economy, culture, and society. This Australian Embassy-linked citizen university program was planned to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Korea-Australia diplomatic relations. It is expected to be a meaningful time to deeply experience various aspects such as Australia's history, culture, economy, and diplomatic issues, even if indirectly.

The recruitment quota is 25 people, divided into 'general Seoul citizens' (15 people) interested in public diplomacy and diplomatic policy, and 'related country personnel' (10 people) such as students majoring in related fields and workers in related occupations. Recruitment will begin on the 29th.

Meanwhile, 'Seoul Citizens' University' recently changed its name from Seoul Free Citizens' University and operates 35 campuses in the Seoul area to provide continuous learning processes for the growth of citizens' awareness and civic capacity.

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