Korean 1 (A0 → A1–)
In this beginner’s course, you will learn the basics of Korean language and culture and build a solid foundation in Korean step by step.
About the Korean 1 course for beginners
Would you like to learn Korean and are you looking for a course for beginners? In this course, you’ll learn the Korean alphabet, Hangul, and the basics of Korean sentence structure. Because language and culture are closely intertwined, the course doesn’t focus solely on the linguistic aspects. You’ll also learn what is culturally appropriate in different situations.
In 9 Korean lessons, you will learn:
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- Reading, writing, and pronouncing Hangul;
- talking about yourself in Korean;
- ask for locations or specify them yourself;
- asking and answering simple questions.
In the Korean 1 course, you will work toward language level A1-. After completing this course, you can continue with the Korean Course 2: A1 → A1
Time investment
Sessions
This course consists of 9 meetings.
Lesson duration
Each class lasts 90 minutes.
Frequency
In this course, you will have classes once a week.
Self-study
You spend 2-3 hours per week on self-study.
Who is it for?
The course is designed for anyone who, without any prior knowledge, wants to start learning Korean. The language of the course is English, with additional explanations in Dutch where necessary.
Do you prefer to take classes in a different format? Check out the options.
Private lesson
One-on-one
Want to make faster progress with personal attention? With 1-on-1 lessons, you’ll receive customized guidance tailored to your learning goals and pace.
Business
With your colleagues
Looking for a course for your team or organization? Choose a hands-on customized course that is fully aligned with your organization’s goals.
Schedule
View the schedule for the different start dates here:
Pricing
Course price: € 295,-
Excluding course materials
A language course is an investment in yourself. In your self-confidence. In your future in the Netherlands or beyond. That’s why at Babel, we work with you to figure out the costs. You don’t always have to pay for a course yourself. Sometimes DUO helps out. Sometimes your employer does. And sometimes you get a discount. Find out what’s possible for you. Read more about the Funding for your course.
Method
Our teaching method combines a structured approach with hands-on working methods. The lessons are active, personal, varied and practical. There is always attention for your learning style, pace and level. Curious about how we design this course?
Approach
In the Korean 1 course, the teacher guides you step by step through the lesson content. The teacher explains vocabulary and grammar and supports the lessons with additional examples. To get the most out of the course, you will complete assignments from the workbook and actively work on expanding your vocabulary. Regular vocabulary tests are administered throughout the course to support your progress.
The focus in this course is on speaking skills, but listening, reading and writing are also covered extensively. You will practice individually, in pairs and in groups, in a safe learning environment where you will learn to use Korean with confidence. In the course we use audiovisual material and additional activities, so that you learn the language in an interactive and playful way.
Teaching Materials
You will work with the text and workbook ‘Sogang Korean 1A (3rd Edition)’. For self-study you will receive assignments and teaching materials that will help you to continue practicing at home, these assignments will be discussed during the meetings. Before the start of the course we will inform you how you can easily order the teaching materials so that you can start your lesson well prepared.
Teachers
You will be taught by an experienced teacher who will guide you step by step as you learn the Korean language. You will receive regular, targeted feedback on your language usage so that you learn to communicate with increasing confidence and fluency.
Certificate of Participation
You will receive a certificate of participation from us if you have actively participated in at least 80% of the meetings.
Do you have a question?
info@babel.nl 
030 227 0008 
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