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HUFS International Summer Session: Korean & Asian Studies

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Program Overview

Experience the vibrant culture of South Korea at the Hankuk University of Foreign Studies (HUFS) International Summer Session (ISS). This four-week program offers students a chance to deepen their understanding of East Asia through a diverse range of courses taught in English. It’s highly accessible to international students without Korean language proficiency.

The ISS program encourages global engagement, bringing together students from over 30 countries to create an inclusive learning environment. HUFS provides an interdisciplinary approach, with a curriculum taught by internationally recognized scholars and courses covering diverse subjects across Korean and Asian Studies. These include cinema, contemporary culture, economics, and political science.

Participants not only gain academic insight but also immerse themselves in Korea’s rich cultural heritage through various extracurricular activities and field trips.

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Program Highlights

Choose from interesting course offerings, with topics ranging from Korean Wave (Hallyu) to Women and Peace in Northeast Asia.
Gain a global academic perspective under the guidance of international faculty from Korea, the US, and Europe.
Dive into fun cultural immersion through co-curricular activities and field trips, allowing you to explore Korean culture firsthand.
Engage with peers from over 30 countries and build lifelong connections.
Experience Seoul’s vibrant culture and atmosphere in your free time, and travel farther afield to famous destinations such as Nami Island and Busan.

What's Included

Tuition & Fees
Some Program Activity Costs
Academic Advising
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support

Program Details

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Locations

  • Seoul, South Korea

Types & Subjects

  • Subjects & Courses
  • Asian Studies
  • Business
  • Culture
  • Design
  • Development Studies
  • Economics
  • Film
  • Foreign Language
  • International Business
  • Political Science & Politics
  • Sociology
  • Sustainable Development
  • Technology
  • Languages
  • Korean

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • 2026
  • Terms Available
  • Summer

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Education
  • High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
  • University Freshman (1st Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)
  • University Senior (4th Year)
  • University 5th Year or More

Accommodation Options

  • Dormitory

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
  • Transcript
  • Other

Age Requirement

18-35

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