Sejong Korean Language Center Hanoi

I. General Introduction

In the context of the internationalization of higher education, and with the relationship between Vietnam and South Korea becoming a strategic partnership, opportunities for developing teaching and research in the language and culture of each country are wide open. In Vietnam, the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi, has been offering Korean language and Korean studies programs since 1993. Besides the Faculty of Oriental Studies, which provides undergraduate and postgraduate training in regional studies, including Korean studies, the University of Social Sciences and Humanities has also established...Sejong Korean Language Center Hanoion the basisCenter for Korean Language and Korean StudiesTo carry out the tasks of organizing short-term training courses, taking exams and issuing international Korean language proficiency certificates (KPL), and other courses related to Korean language and culture for Vietnamese people;Sejong Korean Language Center HanoiIt is a unit directly under the University of Social Sciences and Humanities (Vietnam National University, Hanoi), established according to Decision No. 1816/QD/XHNV-TC dated September 21, 2011, on the basis of development.Center for Korean Language and Korean Studiesand a collaborative agreement between the University of Social Sciences and Humanities and Busan University of Foreign Studies. With the combined strengths of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities – a long-established and leading institution in Vietnam in creating and disseminating knowledge in the social sciences and humanities – and Busan University of Foreign Studies – one of the most prestigious universities in Korea in the field of Korean language teaching,Sejong Korean Language Center HanoiWe are striving towards international standards in the field of Korean language and culture training. The diversity and modernity of our training programs, the high level of expertise of our Korean instructors, and the professionalism in our organization and management with a streamlined organizational structure are our key advantages.Sejong Korean Language Center HanoiIt is used to conduct training courses, exams, and issue certificates in Korean language and culture that meet Korean national quality standards. At the same time,Sejong Korean Language Center HanoiThey also implement programs to support studying abroad and finding employment in South Korea and Vietnam.

II. Organizational Structure

1. Director(concurrent duties):Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pham Gia Lam

2. Office staff: Bachelor's degreeNghiêm Huyền Diệu
3. Lecturer:At least 3 lecturers per year are sent by Busan University of Foreign Studies.

III. Training Program

1. Structure of the training programThrough a collaborative program between the University of Social Sciences and Humanities (Vietnam National University, Hanoi) and Busan University of Foreign Studies,Sejong Korean Language Center HanoiThis introduces students to a Korean language training program based on Korean national standards. The training program consists of 6 levels: BeginnerLevel I, Elementary Level II, Intermediate Level I, Intermediate Level II, Advanced Level I, and Advanced Level IIAfter completing all levels of study at the center, students can use Korean fluently and confidently enough to work in organizations or units related to Korea, or to continue their studies at prestigious Korean universities.2. Characteristics of the Korean language training program at the CenterStudents will learn Korean quickly and effectively with the modern curriculum of Busan University of Foreign Studies. Accordingly, the Korean language courses are all geared towards practical purposes, with a particular emphasis on communication skills.

• The curriculum closely integrates theoretical learning, classroom practice, and systematic self-study at home; it emphasizes engaging and fun activities in the classroom such as language games, role-playing, music, and movie watching.
• The entire program, curriculum, exams, grading, and certificates awarded to students at the Sejong Korean Language Center in Hanoi are handled by Busan University of Foreign Studies.
• The instructors appointed to teach at the center are experts in the Korean language from Busan University of Foreign Studies. Along with skilled Korean language experts, modern learning facilities will create the best environment for practicing Korean.
• After completing each level of study, students will receive a Certificate issued by the President of Busan University of Foreign Studies.
• Students who achieve excellent academic results after each level will be awarded a scholarship covering 50% of the tuition fee for the next course. Those who graduate with excellent grades will receive a scholarship from Busan University of Foreign Studies to continue their studies at Busan University of Foreign Studies. With a certificate of completion, students can work for Korean companies in Vietnam or pursue further studies at universities in Korea.

3. Training courses 3.1. Korean language focus

• Target:This Korean language training course for studying abroad is for all high school graduates who plan to study in South Korea after learning Korean.
• CourseIt consists of 6 levels, each lasting 8 weeks (120 hours), with 5 sessions per week, each session lasting 3 hours.
• Class:Students can choose morning, afternoon, or evening classes. Morning classes are from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM, afternoon classes from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, and evening classes from 5:50 PM to 8:30 PM.
• Tuition:3,500,000 VND
• File:Application form (available at the Center)

3.2. Semi-intensive Korean language course

• Target:This Korean conversational training course is for all high school graduates who want to learn conversational Korean for use in real-life situations in Korea.
• CourseIt consists of 12 levels, each lasting 8 weeks (72 hours), with 3 sessions per week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday or Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday), each session lasting 3 hours.
• Class:Students can choose morning, afternoon, or evening classes. Morning classes are from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM, afternoon classes from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, and evening classes from 5:50 PM to 8:30 PM.
• Tuition:2,200,000 VND
• File:Application form (available at the Center).

3.3. Korean language services provided by a representative Delegation trainingAccording to the schedule and grade level, the program meets the needs of Vietnamese government agencies, high schools, businesses, etc., in areas such as Korean language and culture. The target audience includes officials, employees, and students from the aforementioned agencies and organizations. Those interested should contact the Center's office.

• Address: Room 103, Building I, 336 Nguyen Trai Street, Thanh Xuan District, Hanoi
• Phone: (84-4) 35578363; Fax: (84-4) 355783630988960042 (Ms. Dieu – office staff)
• E-mail:koreancenter@ussh.edu.vn

6. Training plan for the 2012 academic year

Semester	Time	Note
I	From January 14, 2013 to March 23, 2013	Lunar New Year holiday from February 2nd to February 16th, 2013
II	From April 1, 2013 to June 1, 2012	Closed from April 28th to May 5th, 2013
III	From June 10, 2013 to August 17, 2013	Holiday from July 1st to July 13th, 2013