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Introduction to Korean Culture

Discover Korean Culture

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Introduction to Korean Culture

Dive into the interesting and intense world of South Korea! Our course prepares you for total Korean cultural immersion, so you can get the most out of your study abroad experience in this impressive and intriguing country.

Student.com members receive a 60% discount.

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Open the door to a more profound study abroad experience

Connect with the local students: learn to interact confidently with Korean peers and professors, and make friendships that will last a lifetime.
Avoid embarrassing faux pas: get a handle on the complex world of etiquette and find out what’s socially acceptable—and what’s not.
Adjust like a pro: prepare to sail through your adjustment period and have more time to enjoy your university experience.
See the ‘real’ South Korea: get insider tips and advice on fitting in easily and access a more authentic view of Korean life.
Make the most of your study abroad: maximize every opportunity for intercultural exchange.

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Watch our course welcome video and get a better sense of what to expect once you start your learning journey.

Your Benefits

Take full advantage of your unique and exciting study abroad experience in South Korea.

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6 jam-packed modules, each with a variety of lessons to learn from.

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Enhance your career readiness and develop your cultural competency skills beyond your international study experience.

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Extensive interviews with locals and expats who live abroad in South Korea.

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Access the Community to ask for advice and share experiences.

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Handy course summaries and fun quizzes per module.

Official completion certificate to add to your resumé and LinkedIn profile.

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Course Modules

Unpack the modules below, and obtain the tools to thrive abroad as a student.

South Korea at a Glance

Start to build a picture of South Korea from the lessons in our first module, which cover topics like fashion and appearance, family roles, religion, the infamous Korean work ethic, modern Korean society, and communication.

Regions of South Korea

This module looks at South Korea’s four main regions and provides information on the country’s diverse nature and climate. You’ll also learn about the rural/urban divide in lifestyle within these lessons.

Korean Customs and Etiquette

In this next section, we begin to explore what daily life is really like in South Korea. Get answers to important questions like, “How deep should I bow when greeting someone?” and “What level of physical contact is acceptable?”

Adjusting to Life in Korea

The module will prepare you for how to adjust to Korean culture, recommendations for an easy transition, and share advice from other expats and students who have lived abroad in South Korea.

Becoming a Local

Ah, the satisfaction when Korea finally ‘clicks’! This module will help you to reach ‘local’ level, so you can get to know the real country. Learn the popular hang-out spots, common hobbies, where to make friends, and what the local dating scene is like.

Identities, Diversity, and Inclusion in South Korea

Here you can find useful information about what it means to be different in Korea because of your ethnicity, race, gender and sexuality. The module collects both historical information and present experiences of local and expat women, LGBTQ+ people, and BIPOC to help you better understand the workings of Korean society, and make you aware of your own position. Civil rights, gender and racial equality, and safety while traveling are some of the topics covered in this module.

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Course Modules

Unpack the modules below, and obtain the tools to thrive abroad as a student.

South Korea at a Glance

Regions of South Korea

Korean Customs and Etiquette

Adjusting to Life in Korea

The module will prepare you for how to adjust to Korean culture, recommendations for an easy transition, and share advice from other expats and students who have lived abroad in South Korea.

Becoming a Local

Identities, Diversity, and Inclusion in South Korea

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Trusted By

"I thought this course was very beneficial, especially for someone who knows nothing or only a little bit about Korea. It was very informational, easy to navigate, and engaging. Even though I already knew a lot about Korean culture from previous research and experience, it was nice to brush up on things and I even learned some new things. I really enjoyed the course overall. "

Morgan, Grand Valley State University student in South Korea

“Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to take this course! I especially appreciate the team reaching out via email to see if I wanted to talk with anyone one-on-one about living in Korea. I think CulturaGo does a great job making researching/learning about other countries easy, enjoyable, and engaging. Being able to break it up into sections really helps someone like me feel motivated to learn about Korea in bits and pieces. I hope you will be able to continue to expand the country options in the future! I would definitely use this course again for wherever my next destination may be.”

Marlaina, Grand Valley State University student in South Korea

"Thank you so much for all the hard work you put into this course. Thank you for aiding in my preparation for my trip. This was very helpful, and you all did an amazing job!"

Stevencia, UFL Warrington student in South Korea

"I enjoyed the course. I learned a lot of new things I never would have found out about otherwise had I not taken the course. The personal accounts were very interesting and highlighted different aspects of what I can expect in Korea. I'd say the course did a great job - it complemented the in-class learning very well, and was well worth the time spent. "