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Undergraduate Certificate Foreign Language Area Studies - Korean

Foreign Language Area Studies - Korean
Undergraduate Certificate
AT A GLANCE
  • 18 credits
  • Select hybrid courses available
TUITION
  • $250 per credit
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Gain familiarity with Korean language and culture to help you function effectively in Korea.

South Korea has been named the world's most innovative country on the Bloomberg Innovation Index every year since 2014, and it leads the East Asian region in areas such as democracy and healthcare. South Korea has growing influence in global popular culture due to the Korean Wave, and it is on the front line of one of the most pressing geo-political issues facing the world today. Korean promises to be a highly sought-after language in business, politics, and entertainment, and this certificate will mark your investment in understanding and engaging Korea's growing influence.

Korean Core Courses (6 credits)

  • (3 Credits, KORN 111)
  • (3 Credits, KORN 112)

Related Area Studies Courses (12 credits)

Choose from the following courses:

  • Any KORN course(s) (3 Credits)
  • (3 Credits, ANTH 417)
  • (3 Credits, ASTD 155)
  • (3 Credits, ASTD 284)
  • (3 Credits, ASTD 285)
  • (3 Credits, ASTD 302)
  • (3 Credits, HIST 382)
  • (3 Credits, KORN 333)
  • Other courses related to Korean Studies (3 Credits, ASTD)

(Contact your academic advisor for additional approved courses)

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