Do you have to speak Korean to go to Seoul?

Yes, it’s possible. SNU requires either a Korean or an English test score for admission. So each semester, quite a few students who don’t know any Korean get admitted and start their freshman year. The fact that most introductory freshman courses are usually offered in English helps quite a bit.

Can a South African study in South Korea?

South African Embassy, Seoul. Another option for South African citizens wishing to study or already studying in the ROK is to teach English while still completing a degree course, which is referred to as the Teach and Learn in Korea (TaLK) Program. Please visit the Program’s website for more information.

How can I learn Korean at SNU?

The SNU Korean Language Education Center offers short-term classes for those who wish to learn Korean for everyday usage. No prior knowledge of Korean is necessary at level one, and those who have mastered the basics can enroll in levels two and three. Visas cannot be obtained on the basis of acceptance to these shorter programs.

What are the requirements for the Korean or English proficiency test?

Either proof of Korean or English proficiency at the following levels is required: 1) Korean Proficiency: TOPIK level 3 or higher 2) English Proficiency: TOEFL iBT 80, TEPS 551, IELTS 6.0 or higher * Other official documents indicating proof of language proficiency are accepted as well

Where can foreigners learn Korean in South Korea?

SNU’s Korean Language Education Center offers ten-week sessions to foreigners or students from overseas. Students may begin the program in any session. All students are required to take a placement test, so that they can be assigned classes according to their command of the language.

What is the Official Code of SNU for standardized tests?

For standardized tests administered by the ETS, SAT, AP and ACT please note that the official code of SNU is 7972. We do not accept your personal ID and password for the test website due to our policy. Please note that these score reports are handled separately from your language proficiency exam score reports.