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Korean Language and Culture
Cultivating talents who can communicate with the world based on Korean language and culture.
Introduction
The Korean Language and Culture major cultivates language and culture experts capable of communicating and teaching in the international community through systematic education in Korean language and culture. Students build fundamental linguistic skills through Korean language materials and literary works, while also developing a comprehensive understanding of Korea's politics, economy, society, and culture, enabling them to grow into global leaders with expertise in Korea.
The program aims to cultivate Korean language educators, interpreters, and cultural content planners. To achieve this, the curriculum encompasses diverse areas such as Korean language, Korean culture, Korean studies, cross-cultural understanding, and content practice. Linguistics-based courses such as "Korean Semantics and Pragmatics," "Second Language Acquisition," "Korean Grammar and Orthography," and "Contrastive Linguistic Understanding of Korean" provide a solid theoretical foundation. Practical classes such as "Korean Pronunciation Practice" and "Korean Presentations and Discussions" systematically enhance practical Korean language proficiency. Content-focused courses such as "Understanding Global Media," "Cultural Content Studies," "Contemporary Korean Culture and Content Planning," and "Korean Classical Culture and Content Planning" enhance students' understanding of the cultural landscape and cultivate practical project and planning capabilities. Furthermore, practical translation classes such as "Korean–Chinese Translation Seminar" and "Introduction to Media Translation" contribute to students' career diversification. Through an integrated curriculum that balances language, culture, education, and practical experience, the Korean Language and Culture major is at the forefront of fostering language and culture experts who connect Korea and the world.
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Educational Goals
Cultivating knowledge related to Korea, including Korean language, culture, society, and philosophy
Cultivating qualities as a Korean expert based on an understanding of Korea
Career Path after Graduation
The Korean Language and Culture major is structured around coursework in Korean linguistics, Korean culture, and translation studies, systematically cultivating professional competencies that enable graduates to pursue careers as Korean language educators, cultural content planners, and interpreters or translators.
Graduates of the Korean Language and Culture major enjoy a wide and diverse range of career opportunities. They may work in academia, educational institutions, corporations, broadcasting organizations, and the publishing industry. In their home countries, graduates can serve as specialists introducing Korean culture, or work as interpreters and translators who mediate Korean-related events, publications, and communications into their native languages.
In addition, graduates may obtain Korean language teaching certifications and teach Korean at educational institutions in their home countries, or engage in commercial and professional activities in Korea-related industries and trade organizations. With their specialized knowledge and practical skills, graduates are well prepared to advance into various professional fields both domestically and internationally.
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