Starting Korean: Language and Culture for Beginners â…
Posted 25 days 1 hour ago by Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU)
Learn basic Korean for everyday conversations and social integration
Are you excited to start your Korean language journey? This six-week beginner course, offered by Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), will help you master essential expressions and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Korea.
Expect to gain fundamental conversational skills, engage with popular culture, and be part of an enthusiastic learning community.
Enhance your Korean conversational skills and actively participate with fellow Korean speakers
You’ll start your foreign language learning journey with the basics, mastering essential phrases for everyday interactions.
These language skills will give you the confidence to engage in Korean, whether you’re greeting someone, introducing yourself, ordering food, or asking for directions.
Discuss pop culture in Korean and join the Korean culture craze
Step into the world of Korean pop culture and see why it’s captivating audiences globally. Learn the vocabulary and expressions commonly used in the dynamic realms of Korean music, dramas, and social media trends.
You’ll enhance your language skills and gain a deeper understanding of contemporary Korean culture, helping you connect with a broader community of enthusiasts.
Engage in discussions and learn beginner Korean phrases for everyday
By week three, you’ll dive into practical Korean phrases that you can use every day. This section will teach you how to effortlessly handle common situations such as asking for directions, making small talk, navigating shopping, dining experiences, and more.
By the end of this course, you’ll have acquired essential Korean language skills, a better appreciation of Korean culture, and the ability to engage in meaningful conversations with native speakers.
This course is perfect for beginners eager to learn Korean, students interested in Korean culture, K-pop enthusiasts, and anyone wishing to gain basic conversational skills for travel or personal enrichment. No prior knowledge of Korean is required.
This course is perfect for beginners eager to learn Korean, students interested in Korean culture, K-pop enthusiasts, and anyone wishing to gain basic conversational skills for travel or personal enrichment. No prior knowledge of Korean is required.
- Engage in simple conversations commonly encountered in everyday life
- Describe the structure and key characteristics of the Korean language
- Apply aspects of Korean linguistic culture relevant to daily interactions
- Develop conversation skills for discussing common topics in Korean