Basic Korean Language Program (101-104) and General Education Courses

All language courses are designed to develop or improve four language skills - i.e., speaking, listening, reading and writing - in students’ performance and competence. In addition, the courses offered in the Korean Language program integrate cultural components into course materials by using authentic texts and audio-visual materials including newspaper articles, dramas, films, documentaries, etc.

The BLP is made up of a four course sequence. Not all courses are taught every semester.
course prerequisite semester offere
KOR 101 - Elementary Korean I none Fall
KOR 102 - Elementary Korean II KOR 101 or placement Spring
KOR 103 - Intermediate Korean I KOR 102 or placement Fall
KOR 104 - Intermediate Korean II KOR 103 or placement Spring
KOR 201 – Advanced KOR 104 or placement TBD
KOR 130 - Understanding Korean History, Culture and Society (taught in English) none Fall
KOR 230 - Korean Popular Culture in a Global World (taught in English) none Spring

Students who pass Korean 104 fulfill the LAS language requirement and are able to continue with 200-level courses.

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For more information on policies, placement, and course syllabi or for questions about Korean at UIC, please contact the Korean Basic Language Coordinator.