Undergraduate
Korean Studies
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The University of Western Australia(M355) 35 Stirling Highway Perth Western Australia 6009
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This major opens up a world of future study pathways and career options.
Career Pathways
Linguist
Interpreter
University Lecturer
Further Study
Master of Translation Studies
Find out more about the Master of Translation Studies
Fees and scholarships
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Scholarships
Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.
Cost of living
Undergraduate – onshore students
Annual course fees are calculated based on a standard annual study load of 48 credit points.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.
Cost of living
Admission requirements
The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers, mature-age applicants and those with previous tertiary study. If you’re interested in studying this major, find out the admission details below.
Minimum entry requirements
- 8
- 525
- 3.3
- 27
- 8
- 66
- 60
- 270
- 75
- 80
- 320
Admission requirements
English competency
How to apply
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Course details
About the course
Quick details
- Available 2020/2021
- Perth (Crawley campus)
- Full-time
- Part-time
- On-campus
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- 12-15 contact hours, plus at least twice as much of your own study time
- Undergraduate
- MJD-KOREB
- 3 years (BA); 4 years (BPhil [Hons])
Matthew Meinema
Matthew Meinema
UWA is the only university in WA that offers a comprehensive Korean studies major, so it seemed like the obvious choice to me. Throughout my childhood I’ve always had a fascination with languages, so when I enrolled at UWA I had the opportunity to combine that love of languages with my interest in Korean culture. UWA’s course structure gives an amazing opportunity to go on a student exchange. With the numerous Korean host universities available, it seemed like a no brainer. UWA also gives you the flexibility to study various subjects, which allows you to explore all your interests. From first year I have been involved with the Korean Cultural Club, which has given me the opportunity to socialise with various universities around Perth and be involved with hosting several Korean-related events.
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This major is suitable for beginners. It is possible to combine Korean with a second major from within Arts, Biomedical Science, Commerce or Science.
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You'll learn to
- demonstrate a good written and spoken linguistic competence in the Korean language
- understand how culturally specific social structures affect interpersonal communication, and determine how to apply this knowledge to your own interactions in a culturally sensitive manner
- identify key ethical, philosophical and social characteristics of Korean culture, society and history
- engage effectively in a professional manner in the key debates on Korean history, society and culture, and produce coherent and well-argued written work
- demonstrate transferable skills such as digital literacy, information management, group working, research skills and critical thinking
Put theory into practice
Current UWA students are eligible to take one of our professional experience units. These units bridge the gap between university and the workplace by providing opportunities to gain hands-on, practical experience. You can master new skills, make connections and network, get a taste of the opportunities in the workforce and add experience to your resume, all before graduating.
Find out more about Work Integrated Learning.
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Your degree options
This major is offered as a degree-specific, or first, major for these degrees. It is also offered as a second major in our other bachelor's degrees.
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours)
Why study this course?
- South Korea is one of Australia’s most important trading partners, a cultural juggernaut of popular culture, and a world leader in innovation and research in engineering, technology and medical sciences, so graduates with good Korean linguistic and sociocultural skills are highly sought-after in the local and global job market
- Gain the linguistic skills to succeed in Korea-related careers after graduation, and a solid understanding of Korean society, culture, history and politics
- Have the option of studying at one of UWA’s partner institutions in South Korea
Become a bilingual citizen of the world at the largest language hub in Western Australia
Become a bilingual citizen of the world at the largest language hub in Western Australia
With four European, four Asian and two Classical languages on offer, UWA is the leading institution in WA for language learning.
Immerse yourself in another language. Learn to see the world in a new way. Move between cultures with ease.
With our unique course structure, you can combine a language with your other interests to create your perfect study plan. French and Finance? Chinese and Chemistry? German and Geography? Japanese and Jurisprudence? It’s up to you.
You’ll learn to translate not just words, but ideas.
During your studies you can put your skills into practice by travelling overseas with one of our many global learning opportunities, from short courses to long-term student exchange programs.
After completing an undergraduate major in any of our eight modern languages (Chinese Studies, Indonesian Studies, Japanese Studies, Korean Studies, French Studies, German Studies, Italian Studies, and Spanish Studies), you could continue on to our Master of Translation Studies (the only course of its kind in Western Australia) to gain a prestigious professional qualification. Endorsed by the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI), Master of Translation Studies students may also undertake a work placement in Australia or overseas.
Where could your language studies take you?
Access UWA Language Hub
Why take a second major
- Expand your skills - Taking a second major either in a complementary area or in something like Economics or Business Law will show you have developed transferable skills such as, teamwork, critical thinking, digital literacy and presentation skills – which are highly sought after in the workforce.
- Add it to your resume – Employers are looking for graduates who have skills in a variety of areas. Two majors will expand your career prospects and help you stand out amongst the crowd.
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