Defense Academy Student
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Security and Public Safety Occupations
- Middle : Self-Defense Force Personnel
- Minor : Self-Defense Force Personnel
Summary
Students at a four-year university who undergo academic education and military training in parallel to cultivate future Self-Defense Forces officers.
Description
Defense Academy students, as officer candidates for the Self-Defense Forces responsible for national security, receive four years of undergraduate education along with military training. While studying specialized fields such as engineering, electronics and information, international relations, they undergo physical training, tactical exercises, and leadership training. Upon graduation, they are commissioned as officers in the Ground, Maritime, or Air Self-Defense Forces and take on command and staff duties in units.
Future Outlook
With changes in the international situation increasing security needs, the demand for Self-Defense Force officers is expected to remain stable. There is a growing trend toward requiring knowledge in cyber, space, and technological innovation fields.
Personality Traits
Ambitious / Good Teamwork / Mentally Tough / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Disciplined Work / Dormitory Life / Lectures and Practical Training Combined / Planned Schedule
Career Path
Officer Self-Defense Force (Ground, Maritime, Air) → Unit Commander → Staff Officer (Defense Staff) → Ministry of Defense Staff (Policy and Planning) → Overseas Deployment Personnel
Required Skills
Basic Subject Knowledge / Discipline Compliance / Information Literacy / Physical Fitness
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills (English) / Information Processing / Leadership / Time Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | To adapt to harsh environmental changes and training conditions. |
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because advanced understanding and application of specialized knowledge is required. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because proactive action is required as a future commander. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because it is necessary to continuously acquire specialized knowledge and skills. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is needed to endure long hours of training and exercises. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary for task analysis and leadership management. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because high stress tolerance is needed to balance rigorous training and studies. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because it is essential for unit operations and joint exercises. |
Related Qualifications
- Defense Academy Entrance Examination
Aliases
- Defense Academy Cadet
- Officer Candidate
Related Jobs
- Air Self-Defense Force Officer
- Ground Self-Defense Force Officer
- Maritime Self-Defense Force Officer
- Self-Defense Force Officer