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 aimed at students assessed as being near native speakers of Korean and builds on skills emphasised in KORE1405 Korean 5. It focuses on the application of students' language training to the study of Korean sources reflecting contemporary Korean culture and society. The unit deals with authentic materials regarding current issues and changes in Korean society, and helps students relate the material content to their present lives and to their future career opportunities. Emphasis is also placed on building field-specific vocabulary and expressions used across different media (print, television, internet, social networks), and on understanding the use of different modalities of meaning delivery in Korean language and extending students' research, presentation and discussion skills. Material selected for study in this unit is strictly connected to different social aspects of present day Korea and students are required to consider this in relation to their background.

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Semester 2UWA (Perth)Face to face
Details for undergraduate courses
  • Level 1 elective
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) read and comprehend different mediums in Korean texts and use writing skills for various purposes at an advanced level of language proficiency; (2) research, evaluate and analyse materials in the Korean language relevant to their research interests, as well as summarise them and draw conclusions; (3) demonstrate an advanced ability to select appropriate language use in the context of their planned future career or research interests; (4) apply an advanced range of vocabulary and use of complex grammatical patterns; (5) express views on issues of importance in the context of planned future careers; and (6) conduct self-directed study or research using Korean language material online and offline, critically evaluating material from a variety of sources (written, oral or audiovisual) and by writing research essays in Korean.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) written assessment; (2) oral assessment; and (3) in-class 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
KORE1405 Korean 5 or equivalent
Incompatibility
KORE3406 Korean 6
Contact hours
workshops: 1 x 3 hours per week
  • 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.