The Korean Language Major is an integrative training program that equips learners with proficient Korean language skills to confidently work in multinational environments. The program focuses on applying digital transformation in line with practical career needs, fostering multicultural connections, helping students not only excel in language but also gain deep understanding of Korean culture, society, and people.

Major code: 7220210
Training duration: 4 years
Degree: Bachelor

Graduate Competencies

Graduates are capable of

Professional practice: Engaging in the labor market in fields such as teaching Korean, Korean translation and interpretation.
International communication and integration: Becoming a valuable asset for companies requiring Korean communication or Korean enterprises in Vietnam.
Entrepreneurship and business: Starting a career as an investor or distributor of products and projects from Korea.
In-depth research: Participating in research projects on Korea at institutes, schools, cultural-economic centers.

Training Program

Basic Industry Modules

Listening - Reading
Speaking - Writing
Grammar

Specialized Modules

Introduction to Korean Language

Korean Phonetics and Vocabulary
Korean Syntax and Semantics
Comparative Korean-Vietnamese Linguistics
TOPIK Specialization
Business Korean
Media Korean
Korean Culture and Society
Vietnam-Korea Intercultural Communication
Korean Corporate Culture
Korean Tourism Geography
Korean Literature,...

Translation and Interpretation Specialization

Translation and Interpretation Theory and Techniques
Comprehensive Translation
Comprehensive Interpretation
Literary Translation
Journalistic Translation
Commercial Interpretation
Office Korean
Translation Analysis and Evaluation
Translation and Interpretation Specialization,...

Korean Language Teaching Specialization

Theory of Teaching Korean as a Foreign Language
Teaching Korean Skills and Lesson Plan Design
Assessment Methods and Test Design
Application of IT and AI in Korean Language Teaching
Pedagogical Communication in Korean Language Teaching
Teaching Korean to High School Students
Teaching Media Korean
Teaching Business Korean
Korean Language Teaching Specialization,...

English Modules

Graduation Modules

Graduation Thesis or Graduation Project

General Education Modules

Training Characteristics of the Major

Outstanding Learning Methods

The training program is application-oriented through a series of projects throughout the semesters, combining practice in modern labs, K-Culture and international experiences, along with interactive classroom models and opportunities for direct connections with businesses, lecturers, and alumni.

Distinctive Learning Spaces

The K-LaSS smart classroom system, language labs, smart library, and HUB creative space provide a modern, multi-experience learning environment.

Career Prospects

Korean Language Translator - Interpreter
Korean Language Teacher at all levels
Secretary - Director's Assistant (Korean required)
Korean Market Research Specialist
Administrative - Human Resources - External Affairs Staff
Staff at Non-Governmental Organizations
Korean Study Abroad Consultant
Korean Tour Guide
Korean Market Sales Staff

Information is for reference only, compiled from the official website of Van Lang University and may be updated according to social needs, training orientations, and new educational requirements in each period.

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