Lexis Korea
6 campuses · 51 programmes
Asia and Oceania
Study in South Korea
Korean in Seoul and Busan: a modern, fast-paced and colourful life.
South Korea
- campuses
- 8
- schools
- 3
- cities
- 3
- programmes
- 75
About the country
About South Korea
South Korea sits on the southern half of the Korean Peninsula and brings together traditional culture and advanced technology. Historic palaces and traditional hanok houses stand alongside bright shopping streets and modern skyscrapers. Korean dramas, music and food have reached a wide audience around the world, and this interest leads many students to learn Korean and get to know the country up close.
Programmes here are designed for learners of Korean: General Korean courses, exam preparation and options that combine language study with cultural activities are the main choices. The capital, Seoul, offers a busy and dynamic city life, while Busan, a port city on the south-east coast, is a good alternative for those looking for a more balanced pace by the sea.
For a complete beginner, Korean means learning a new alphabet, but thanks to its systematic structure Hangul can be picked up in a relatively short time. From the first weeks you start reading signs, menus and metro announcements, and begin trying out what you learn in class in everyday life straight away.
- Schools in Seoul's Gangnam and Hongdae districts and in Busan
- Technology, pop culture and tradition side by side
- Big, student-friendly cities with excellent public transport
Why this country
Why South Korea?
Korean in Seoul and Busan: a modern, fast-paced and colourful life.
Pop culture at its source
The Korean you hear in dramas and songs becomes part of real life on the street, in cafés and on public transport, so you experience the culture beyond the screen.
Fast, well-organised transport
Seoul's extensive metro network and high-speed intercity trains make it easy to explore different parts of the country at weekends, from Busan to historic towns.
Korean, step by step
General Korean courses build speaking, reading and writing together from beginner level, while exam preparation programmes suit those who want to certify their level.
Life and climate
South KoreaCapital: SeoulClimate
Four distinct seasons: summers are hot and humid with monsoon rains, and winters are cold and dry. Spring and autumn are mild and fresh, when blossom and colourful leaves brighten the cities.
Student life
Getting around by metro and bus with a contactless transport card is straightforward. Cafés, convenience stores and street food open until late keep social life lively, and sharing dishes at the table and showing respect to elders are important parts of everyday culture.
Programme types
What can you study in South Korea?
How the 75 current programmes in our system break down by type.
Schools
Schools in South Korea
3 schools, 8 campuses. Open a campus to see its programmes, prices and accommodation.
LSI · HLI
1 campus · 19 programmes
Influent Language Immersion
1 campus · 5 programmes
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