KORE1000

KORE1000: Korean Beginners 1

Humanities

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About this Unit

This unit is suitable for students with no or very limited experience in foreign language learning and is designed to support the learning needs of a university student with no or very limited knowledge of the Korean language. With a focus on supportive and scaffolded approach to language learning, this unit will introduce students to basic written and spoken Korean communication skills needed in daily life in Korea. On successful completion of this unit students will be able to master basic communication skills required when travelling or working in Korea, such as greetings, introductions, talking about past events, asking and giving permission as well as asking and giving directions. Students will also be introduced to the Korean writing system hangeul, and learn skills in writing basic emails, text messages and SMS messages in Korean while learning about Korean society, culture and history to contextualise their learning. On successful completion of Korean Beginners 1 and 2, students will reach a level of competency equivalent to the National Institute of Korean Language’s Standard Curriculum for Korean Language TOPIK-I Level 2 lower level proficiency. Korean language study is highly recommended for students planning a career in engineering, science, commerce, international relations, creative arts or teaching. Competence in an Asian language gives a competitive advantage in the careers market. This unit is designed for beginners with no prior knowledge of the Korean language. It is not suitable for native Korean speakers. Students with existing Korean language competency should contact the unit coordinator for a placement test to ascertain their current language proficiency.

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Unit Details

Credits25

Contact Hours3 Weekly

Result TypeGrade/Mark

AreaSchool of Media, Creative Arts and Social Inquiry (1081)

Field of Education091515 Eastern Asian Languages

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Tuition Pattern

Tutorial1 x 2 hours weekly
Lecture1 x 1 hour weekly

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