Table of Contents
- Establishment of the 'British Cultural Village' in Busan Myeongji International New City
- Expectations as a Hub for Global Cultural Exchange and International Education
- Royal Russell School Busan Campus, Attention as Busan's First Foreign Educational Institution
- Expectations for Strengthening Busan's Global Competitiveness
Establishment of the 'British Cultural Village' in Busan Myeongji International New City
A British cultural village is set to be established in Busan Myeongji International New City.
The Busan City, the British Embassy in Korea, the Busan-Jinhae Free Economic Zone Authority, and the Royal Russell School Busan Campus establishment promotion group signed a business agreement for the British cultural village at the Busan City Hall's International Reception Room at 11 AM on the 7th.
This ceremony was attended by significant figures including Busan Mayor Park Hyung-jun and British Ambassador Colin Crooks, adding to its significance.
Expectations as a Hub for Global Cultural Exchange and International Education
The British cultural village to be developed within Myeongji International New City is expected to become a center for global cultural exchange and international education, rather than just a residential space for foreigners.
This project is being developed around the Myeongji Global Campus, which is scheduled to open in August 2028, in cooperation with the Royal Russell School Busan Campus.
The British cultural village will consist of residential, cultural, and commercial facilities reflecting British architectural styles and aims to improve the living conditions for foreigners while actively promoting global cultural exchange. In particular, it plans to create a prestigious community centered around Myeongji International New City to support international talent in settling down and growing.
Royal Russell School Busan Campus, Attention as Busan's First Foreign Educational Institution
The Royal Russell School Busan Campus, to be established in Myeongji International New City in Gangseo-gu, Busan, is the first foreign educational institution to be introduced in Busan. This campus aims to begin construction by the end of this year.
The renowned British private school, Royal Russell School, plans to include a total of five buildings at the Busan campus, including an elementary school, a middle school, a multipurpose auditorium, an administrative building, and housing for staff. The elementary and middle school buildings will be designed with a structure from the first to the fourth floors, and a kindergarten will be installed within the elementary school.
Additionally, various outdoor spaces, including ground parking (95 spaces), a school bus pickup and drop-off area, a soccer field, and a children's playground, will also be created on campus. These facilities are part of efforts to provide a better educational environment for students.
The capacity for the elementary and middle schools is set at 900 and 450 students, respectively, with a plan to include 60% foreign students. The school will operate as a coeducational institution, and the age range for admission will be from 4 to 18 years old.
Expectations for Strengthening Busan's Global Competitiveness
The city of Busan has set two main goals through this agreement. First, to expand the foundation of international education, and second, to activate global cultural exchange. In particular, it is expected that Myeongji International New City will further enhance Busan's global competitiveness as a center for education and culture.
Mayor Park Hyung-jun mentioned, “The establishment of the British cultural village symbolizes substantial cooperation between Busan and the UK, and will significantly contribute to strengthening the foundation for international education for future generations.”
In the future, Busan plans to successfully establish the Myeongji Global Campus and the British cultural village to enhance the brand value as an international educational city. Furthermore, it aims to create a prestigious residential community centered around Myeongji International New City to promote the influx and settlement of international talent. Through these efforts, Busan will position itself as a center for global education and culture.
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