KOREAN LANGUAGE AND CULTURE PROGRAM
(KLCP)
◆ PROGRAM OUTLINE
◆ CURRICULUM
◆ ELIGIBILITY
◆ TUITION AND FEES
◆ BENEFITS
◆ COURSE SCHEDULE
◆ FIELD TRIPS AND CULTURE CLASSES
◆ SUBMISSION OF REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
◆ REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
◆ APPLICATION AND REGISTRATION
◆ REFUNDS
◆ ACCOMMODATION
◆ CONTACT INFORMATION
■ Program Outline
The Korean Language and Culture Program (KLCP) offers intensive Korean language courses and cultural orientation to Korea. The KLCP offers 4 terms a year, each term running for 10 weeks for all 6 levels. The courses focus on speaking, listening, grammar and writing. The class size is kept small (no more than 15 students) so that each student can receive personal attention and encouragement and also can make the most of cultural activities around Seoul.
Number of weeks 10 weeks Hours of Instruction 200 hours
Class Days Monday to Friday
Class Hours 9:00 am ~ 12:50 pm (level 1, 3, 5) 1:10 pm ~ 5:00 pm (level 2, 4, 6)
Class Size 10 ~ 15 students
Policy Students are required to attend at least 160 hours. Students who miss more than 40 hours per term will fail and not able to advance to the next level.
Levels
6 levels
* All the new students should take a comprehensive placement test to determine their optimal class level. This placement test covers different areas of Korean skill including listening, speaking, reading and writing.
Activities Field Trips, Culture Classes, Language Exchange Program with UOS students, and Student Counseling
■ Curriculum
Korean language courses meet Monday through Friday for 4 hours and cultural classes and various activities will be offered at least three times per semester.
Morning Class
(Level 1, 3, 5) 9:00 ~ 12:50
Afternoon Class
(Level 2, 4, 6) 13:10 ~ 17:00
■ Eligibility
All applicants must be at least 15 years of age and a high school student or the equivalent. Applicants must meet Korean visa requirements.
■ Tuition and Fees
Tuition for 1 term (10 weeks) is 1,350,000 KRW including 50,000 KRW of non-refundable application fee, all field trips, and social activities fee.
■ Benefits
a. You can study Korean in a serious but fun environment with experienced and professionally-trained teachers.
b. You can practice Korean with your Buddy, a volunteer student of the University of Seoul.
c. You can attend small-sized multinational classes : 10-15 students.
d. You can enjoy cultural classes and also receive a cultural orientation to the Korean .
e. You can use university facilities for free including the library, gymnasium, computers, health center, and the global lounge.
f. You can use comprehensive student services : orientations, field trips, social activities, assistance and advice for visa applications, housing, insurance, and university applications.
■ Course Schedule
Term Period Application Deadline Placement Test
Spring Mar. 14 ~ May. 20 Jan. 29 Mar. 9
Summer Jun. 13 ~ Aug. 19 Apr. 29 Jun. 8
Fall Sep. 22 ~ Nov. 30 Aug. 5 Sep. 20
Winter Dec. 19 ~ Feb. 24 Nov. 4 Dec. 14
* The schedule may be changed in 2017.
* We recommend students to apply at least eight weeks before the program begins to ensure visa issue.
■ Field Trips and Culture classes
Term Field Trips & Culture classes
Spring Taekwondo
Nami Island National Museum of Korea
Samulnori Boryeong Mud Festival
Korean Folk Village Changdeok Palace
Kimchi Making Cheong Wa Dae
Nanta Performance / Korean Movies Summer
Fall Winter
※ Cultual classes and various activities will be offered at least three times per semester.
■ Submission of Required Documents
Please visit the Korean Language and Culture Program (KLCP) office with your application documents or send them to the following address via postal service;
Korean Language and Culture Program (KLCP) office
No. 4402, Changgong Building, University of Seoul, 163 Seoulsiripdae-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul, 130-743, Korea
■ Required Documents
a. Download an Application form at http://iice.uos.ac.kr b. Application Package :
- A completed application form - 3 passport-size photos
- A student's diploma from the last school attended
- A copy of your passport page showing your name and citizenship - Certificate of bank account (over USD 3,000)
* Since the documents necessary for a visa depend on the applicant's nationality and status, please contact KLCP directly for more information. KLCP may require a notarized sponsorship letter and proof of equivalent of 5,000 USD in a personal bank account.
* Students of short term program don't have to submit a certificate of bank account.
■ Application and Registration
a. Qualified students will be notified of their acceptance into the program within 2 weeks of the registration deadline.
b. Application and tuition fees may be sent by international wire transfer.
< Wire transfer information>
Bank Name : WOORIBANK UNIVERSITYOFSEOUL SUBBR.
Bank Account # : 1005-901-408328 SWIFT Code : HVBKKRSE
Beneficiary : UNIVERSITY OF SEOUL
■ Refunds
The application fee is non-refundable, but it is possible to receive a full or partial refund for tuition. To receive a refund, students must submit a refund request and a copy of their bankbook.
a. Students withdrawing one month before the semester begins will be refunded 100% of their tuition b. Students withdrawing during the vacation before the semester begins will be refunded 70% of their tuition.
c. If students withdraw after the opening of a course or do not appear at all in class during the first week without any notice will be canceled without any refund.
■ Accommodation
The UOS can help you find accommodation. Accommodation information will be provided upon your request. There are several types of accommodation available :
a. On-Campus Dormitory : A limited number of on-campus dormitory rooms are available on a first-come first-serve basis. If students prefer dormitory housing, they should submit a dormitory application when applying for KLCP. The first priority for dormitory rooms will be given to the students who do not know anyone in Korea or who might have difficulties in living in Korea.
b. Studio ('one-room') : It is usually contains one unit which serves as a bedroom, a kitchen, and a living room.
(Rates : KRW 500,000 ~ 600,000 per month)
c. Go-shi-won : Similar to a Hasook-jib is a place called Go-shi-won. It costs less than Hasook-jib (about KRW 300,000 ~ 450,000 per month), but does not include meals, and the rooms tend to be considerably small.
■ Contact Information
KOREAN LANGUAGE AND CULTURE PROGRAM (KLCP) CENTER
Korean Language and Culture Program (KLCP) office
No. 4402, Changgong Building, University of Seoul, 163 Seoulsiripdae-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul, 130-743, Korea
* Phone : +82-2-6490-6672~6673
* Fax : +82-2-6490-6679
* E-mail : [email protected]
