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About Korean studies

Language teaching at Monash uses interactive and multimedia resources to bring Korean culture and language to life. You’ll be introduced to Hangul, the Korean phonetic writing system, which will enable you to type in Korean from beginner’s level onwards. Our academics are world leaders in the field of Korean history, literary studies and language education.

Why choose Korean studies?

Korea is one of Australia’s largest trading partners, and the close political and strategic relationship between the two countries is constantly developing and expanding in a number of sectors, including trade, education and tourism. Developing a high level of linguistic and intercultural competence will give you a clear advantage when applying for jobs and it will diversify your career options.

What will you study?

Studying Korean is as much about the language as it is about society and culture. You’ll explore topics such as:

• Korean language (introductory, intermediate, proficient or advanced)
• Hangul, a phonetic writing system
• Korean history
• Korean literary studies
• Korean language education
• Korean popular culture
• Diaspora studies.

Career opportunities

Korean studies will open up career opportunities in areas of:

• International relations
• Trade and commerce
• Government and public policy
• Education
• Tourism and hospitality
• Community service
• Translation and interpreting
• Technology.

Global study

With Monash’s impressive international links, you’ll have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the Korean language and culture to enhance your learning.

Exchange programs include:

• Korea University – Korea
• Seoul National University – Korea
• Yonsei University – Korea.

Global Immersion Guarantee:

As a Bachelor of Arts student, you’ll have access to the Monash Global Immersion Guarantee – an opportunity to spend two weeks studying in one of a variety of locations, with airfares and accommodation covered as part of your degree.

Australia’s leading university language program

When you study languages at Monash, you'll be studying at Australia’s largest international university, ranked in the top 1% in the world for Languages, Humanities and Social Sciences. We offer the most comprehensive, flexible and well-integrated program incorporating language acquisition with cultural competence. Choose from a wide range of Asian and European languages: Chinese, Indonesian, Japanese, and Korean; and French, German, Italian, and Spanish and Latin American studies (within the European Languages Area of Study). Find out more about Languages at Monash.