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.
Click on an offering mode for more details.
Unit Overview
- Description
This unit follows on from Korean 4, further developing students' overall Korean language ability to an advanced level. The unit expands students' competency and existing skills by focusing on complex linguistic structures and expressions used in both spoken and written Korean and it further develops awareness of different forms and styles of written language. It also fosters a deeper understanding of Korean culture and society through reading authentic language materials contextualised within the students' social setting. Students are requested to reflect upon Korean contemporary social issues, writing essays in Korean.
Students are expected to achieve a high level of skill in writing in a range of different text typologies, using specific expressions and style. They are also expected to give formal presentations or sustain conversation in Korean about issues related to Korean culture and society. By doing so, students reach not only a high level of proficiency in formal speech, reading and writing, but also a detailed knowledge of contemporary achievements and issues in present day Korea.
Successful completion of this unit aims to bring students to the equivalent of upper Level 3/ lower Level 4 of the Test of Proficiency in Korean (TOPIK).
- Credit
- 6 points
- Offering
(see Timetable) Availability Location Mode Semester 1 UWA (Perth) Face to face - Details for undergraduate courses
- Level 2 core unit in the Korean Studies major sequence
- Level 2 elective
- Outcomes
Students are able to (1) read and comprehend different mediums of Korean texts and use writing skills for various purposes; (2) use appropriate language in selected cultural and social situations with a good understanding of Korean society and culture; (3) use upper-intermediate vocabulary and grammatical patterns; (4) plan, execute, and present research projects in Korean, including critically evaluating material from a variety of sources (written, oral or audiovisual); and (5) apply problem-solving skills to conducting research in Korean with upper-intermediate proficiency.
- Assessment
Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) written assessments; (2) oral assessment; and (3) participation. 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 Arum Kim
- Unit rules
- Contact hours
- lectures: 1 hour per week
tutorials: 1 x 2 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.
Face to face
Predominantly face-to-face. On campus attendance required to complete this unit. May have accompanying resources online.
Online flexible
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit is asynchronous delivery, with NO requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online timetabled
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit includes some synchronous components, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online Restricted
Not available for self-enrolment. Students access this mode by contacting their student office through AskUWA. 100% Online Unit.
NO campus face-to-face attendance. All study and assessment requirements are online only. Unit includes some timetabled activities, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times. In exceptional cases (noted in the Handbook) students may be required to participate in face-to-face laboratory classes when a return to UWA’s Crawley campus becomes possible in order to be awarded a final grade.
External
No attendance or regular contact is required, and all study requirements are completed either via correspondence and/or online submission.
Off-campus
Regular attendance is not required, but student attends the institution face to face on an agreed schedule for purposes of supervision and/or instruction.
Multi-mode
Multiple modes of delivery. Unit includes a mix of online and on-campus study requirements. On campus attendance for some activities is required to complete this unit.