To overcome the current limitations of AI technology, the Department focuses on developing lightweight, efficient, and human-cooperative AI core technologies based on knowledge and cognition.Research and education are centered around three core areas—Learning, Architecture, and Perception—with over 30 related AI core courses offered in the curriculum.

• LEarning : Research on the advancement of AI learning models and overcoming their limitations; development of explainable AI technologies and Human-in-the-loop AI models to lead foundational AI technologies.
• Architecture : Research on computer systems and architectures that form AI platforms, development of next-generation deep learning accelerators, and architectural design technologies to advance AI computing.
• Perception : Research on enhancing and optimizing perception technologies for language, speech, and vision cognition, and promoting AI+X convergence studies. This includes advancing the generation, enhancement, and understanding of language, speech, and visual content.

As a comprehensive university, Yonsei University leverages its strength in diverse fields—medicine, engineering, business, and humanities—to lead AI+X convergence research.The University also offers AI convergence courses across the entire student body, focusing on four major AI+X application areas: Medicine, Engineering, Financial Services, and Humanities.

• AI+Medicine : Utilizing vast medical data from the globally renowned Yonsei University Health System, research and education efforts aim to revolutionize healthcare services and the medical industry through core precision medicine technologies and explainable clinical AI. Collaborations include global institutions like MIT, Stanford University, and Cleveland Clinic, as well as domestic startups and SMEs such as InBody and DEEPNOID.
• AI+Engineering : In collaboration with cutting-edge engineering fields, Yonsei University is advancing AI technologies essential to emerging industries like smart factories, robotics, and autonomous vehicles, through partnerships with leading global research and education institutions, industries, and corporate internship programs.
• AI+financial Service : Through close collaboration with the School of Business and the Graduate School of Information, AI-based courses addressing entrepreneurship, business, and finance are provided. Partnerships with major Korean financial institutions and global players like Barclays aim to develop AI interpretation technologies for financial decision-making and services. Yonsei also fosters entrepreneurship through initiatives like YVIP and the Yonsei AI Investment Fund.
• AI+Humanity : Research and education programs focus on improving quality of life and creating social value by addressing technological and policy issues related to AI ethics and law. Collaborative projects with public institutions like the Seoul Metropolitan Government aim to promote AI innovation for marginalized communities and socially vulnerable groups.