About Us
Welcome to the HUFS Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence.
The HUFS Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence aims to promote excellence in teaching and research in the field of European Union studies in the Republic of Korea. We foster dialogue between the academic world and policymakers, raising awareness about EU governance.
Who Are We
The HUFS EU Centre is a leading academic institution focused on the new paradigm for EU-Korea relations. We analyze bilateral relations and develop solutions for regional and global cooperation. We offer academic corner stones to the diverse efforts of the EU in public diplomacy in Korea and hold policy dialogue with public servants.
Our Mission
Our mission is to foster like-mindedness and natural partnership between the EU and Korea, addressing challenges to multilateralism and shared values. We aim to overcome current geopolitical products of Sino-US rivalry by restoring peace and prosperity. The Centre aims for a small but significant contribution to this cooperation.
What We Do
- Policy and research oriented activities
- Promotion of EU studies in Korea
- Host public diplomacy events
- EU Certificate Courses for university students
- Model European Union events
01.
Analyze
Identify external security threats and witness peace and stability are not a given.
02.
Framework
Securing rules-based multilateralism and autonomous diplomatic actions.
03.
Propose
Focus on possible solutions to restore peace and prosperity and find alternative ways.
04.
Integrate
Implement data sciences and engineering into traditional studies (humanities/social sciences).
05.
Offer
Offer interdisciplinary courses like climate action and communication with external faculty.
06.
Advocate
Provide valuable implications for public diplomacy and future-oriented subjects.
About Me
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The HUFS–Jean Monnet EU Centre at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies is one of the longest-standing EU-funded Jean Monnet Centres in Korea. Its institutional foundation dates back to the HUFS–Hyundai Research Institute EU Centre (2011–2015), which was directly supported by the European Union. Building on this legacy, the Centre has continuously operated with EU funding through successive Jean Monnet Centre programmes (2016–2019, 2019–2022, 2022–2025), reflecting sustained academic excellence and institutional continuity.
The Centre has played a leading role in advancing European Union studies in Korea through close collaboration with prominent domestic and international research and educational institutions. Its activities include the organization of international academic conferences, joint research initiatives, and the production of scholarly outputs such as academic books and peer-reviewed journal articles. Through these efforts, the Centre has contributed to the development of EU-related research and policy discourse in Korea.
In parallel, the HUFS Jean Monnet EU Centre has established a broad transnational academic network linking Europe, Korea, and the Asia–Pacific region, serving as a key hub connecting European Studies in Korea with Korean Studies in Europe. The Centre also maintains a strong commitment to education and public outreach, offering lectures, certificate programmes, and flagship initiatives such as the University Model Council of the European Union, alongside programmes designed to enhance public understanding of Europe and the EU.
Since December 2025, the Centre has continued its activities under the new Jean Monnet Centre programme supported by the EU. Responding to the evolving demand for deeper Korea–EU cooperation, the Centre remains dedicated to strengthening mutual understanding through sustained research, education, and innovative academic programmes.
Prof. Bong-Chul KIM, PhD
Director-General
HUFS Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence