Studying online

There are now 2 possible online modes for units:

Units with modes Online timetabled and Online flexible are available for any student to self-enrol and study online.

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Unit Overview

Description

This unit is for students that completed ATAR Korean. The unit aims at introducing students to low-intermediate level structures, and it offers further consolidation and improvement of students' skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking in Korean on a range of topics involving increased vocabulary, functions and situations using interactive activities and audiovisual materials; reading and writing skills through engaging with authentic learning materials; and a good understanding of the Korean language and culture. It also expands students' global perspective and acquisition of intercultural communication skills.

Successful completion of this unit aims to bring students to the equivalent of lower Level 2 of the Test of Proficiency in Korean (TOPIK).

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Semester 1UWA (Perth)Face to face
Details for undergraduate courses
  • Level 1 core unit in the Korean Studies major sequence
  • Level 1 elective
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) converse in Korean on everyday topics and express own views with an intermediate understanding of Korean grammar and phonology; (2) apply written Korean language skills to compose intermediate-level passages for different purposes; (3) apply appropriate intermediate-level Korean language to selected cultural and social situations with a good understanding of Korean society and culture; (4) plan, execute, and present research projects in Korean on current affairs using appropriate conventions; and (5) use resource materials such as dictionaries and online resources to solve problems of language form.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) written assessments; (2) tutorial participation; and (3) oral assessment. Further information is available in the unit outline.



Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Dr Sunyoung Oh
Unit rules
Prerequisites
Successful completion of
ATAR Subject(s) Korean
Incompatibility
KORE2403 Korean 3
Contact hours
lectures: 1 hour per week
tutorials: 1 x 2 hours per week
Texts

New Sogang Korean 2A Coursepack

  • The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
  • All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
  • Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.