Korean - BA (Hons)
SOAS University of London
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The BA Korean programme provides you with the highest level of competence in all aspects of the written and spoken language, as well as an introduction to both classical and modern Korean culture - from the study of pre-modern Korean literature and history, to contemporary Korean cinema and TV.The BA Korean is suitable for both absolute beginners as well as those with some knowledge of the Korean language.Students will spend the third year of study in Korea furthering language proficiency and ...Read more

The BA Korean programme provides you with the highest level of competence in all aspects of the written and spoken language, as well as an introduction to both classical and modern Korean culture - from the study of pre-modern Korean literature and history, to contemporary Korean cinema and TV.The BA Korean is suitable for both absolute beginners as well as those with some knowledge of the Korean language.Students will spend the third year of study in Korea furthering language proficiency and understanding of the local business practices and culture.

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92/279
CUG Subject Ranking
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6th
CUG Ranking
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71st
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L
leila
23 Feb 24

the degree is excellent and the teachers are all incredible but the university needs better..Read more

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Yuki
24 Oct 22

Good location, helpful and kind teachers Was hard to find some places, didn't know some facilities existed..Read more

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£9,535 per year

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£9,535 per year

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£9,535 per year

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£9,535 per year

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£22,870 per year

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£22,870 per year

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Latest Asian Studies reviews

Asian Studies
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L
leila
23 Feb 24
East Asian Studies - BA (Hons)
the degree is excellent and the teachers are all incredible but the university needs better...
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Y
Yuki
24 Oct 22
East Asian Studies - BA (Hons)
Good location, helpful and kind teachers Was hard to find some places, didn't know some facilities existed...
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SOAS University of London
SOAS University of London , Camden

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Thornhaugh Street London Camden WC1H 0XG United Kingdom
Nearest tube station: Goodge Street  0.1 miles away Nearest train station: Euston   0.4 miles away
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