국제교류처

KANGWON NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

Program Introduction

The Division of Language Education at Kangwon National University offers a Korean Language Learning Program for non-native speakers. This program is specifically for foreigners who wish to apply to undergraduate or graduate universities in Korea. It is combined with a course study of the introductory textbooks and a practical program of various cultural experiences, which is desirable for both international students to adjust to the Korean lifestyle and overseas Koreans to better understand of Korean culture along with learning Standard Korean. Our program is offered year-round, so you may begin your studies when it is most convenient for you. The classes are divided into five levels, and all new students will take a placement test to study in a suitable class.

Course Description

Course DescriptionA table of Course Description consisting of Levels, Objectives and contents

Levels	Objectives and Contents
Basic 1 (Level 1)	Introducing basic Korean vowels and consonants. Practice listening and speaking skills to command simple sentences, and to write basic words using accurate grammar. Basic daily-basis conversation: self-introduction, greetings, etc. Understanding basic Korean culture: food culture, Korean manners, etc.
Basic 2 (Level 2)	Learn new words and expressions, and expand your command of daily life conversation through learning simple rules of syntax and grammar. Be more comfortable using Korean in daily life, and be able to command proper frequently-used expressions in both personal and public places.
Middle 1 (Level 3)	Learn more complicated grammar deploying particles and so on; train various expressions in speaking and writing sentences. Learn and use high level of grammar to express opinions and to describe complex situations in detail. Read texts depicting various situations, then speak and write your opinions in proper grammar and syntax.
Middle 2 (Level 4)	Learn idiomatic expressions that are frequently used in daily life or in specific situations. Train to properly manage the situations by learning to express the situations in schools and at workplaces. Can express matters related to own study or business using specialized terms. Learn how to discuss on given topics, and be able to command logical expressions to persuade other people. Learn more difficult texts from various genres, and be able to write in different styles.
Advanced (Level 5)	By engaging in discussions on general topics such as politics, economy, society, culture, and so on, you wiill learn to express your opinions and persuade others through speaking and writing. Additionally, by practicing the writing of specialized texts such as lecture notes, academic reports, business reports, and so on, you will enhance your grammar and syntax accuracy. Furthermore, by exploring Korean culture at a deeper level, you will better understand Korean society in general and the relationship between culture and the language.

Maximun Class Size

The maximum class size is 20. Classes may be divided and combined for cultural study, special seminars or grammar classes.

Courses can be canceled if the class size fails to meet our minimum class size requirement.

Attendance and Level Adjustment

Students will receive a certificate for sucessfully completing a course at each level for every semester.  To advance to the next level, student must meet the following criteria: they must receive a certificate for each level, attend more than 80% of total classes and achieve certain grade requirements. If a student fails to attend more than 80% of total classes for unavoidable reasons, he/she shall submit a statement explaining their situation for considersation. 

Field Study

We have various cultural experiences every semester. Participate in local festivals or visit places where you can understand Korea to understand Korean culture. In addition, classes are held in classrooms, Hanbok classes, and traditional classes.

Student experience

Cultural experience