HUFS International Summer Session: Korean & Asian Studies
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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- Summer
- Asian Studies
- Business
- Culture
- Design
- Development Studies
- Economics
- Film
- Foreign Language
- International Business
- Political Science & Politics
- Sociology
- Sustainable Development
- Technology
- Korean
Updated Sep 22, 2026
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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