
Korean Studies (with Foundation Year) BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Korean Studies (with Foundation Year) BA (Hons)
Course overview
If you want to study Korean at degree level but dont have the grades, our BA (Hons) Korean Studies (with Foundation Year) will help prepare you for academic success.
Learn essential academic skills on our foundation year, with a focus on Korean studies. Youll develop your intercultural communication and global awareness alongside your research skills. No previous knowledge of Korean is needed.
Throughout the foundation year, youll be equipped with the tools you need to progress in higher education. Youll also gain valuable ...
<strong>Course overview</strong><br/><br/>If you want to study Korean at degree level but dont have the grades, our BA (Hons) Korean Studies (with Foundation Year) will help prepare you for academic success.<br/><br/>Learn essential academic skills on our foundation year, with a focus on Korean studies. Youll develop your intercultural communication and global awareness alongside your research skills. No previous knowledge of Korean is needed.<br/><br/>Throughout the foundation year, youll be equipped with the tools you need to progress in higher education. Youll also gain valuable employability skills to prepare you for a global career.<br/><br/>When you successfully complete the foundation year, youll progress onto BA (Hons) Korean Studies. You will study and become fluent in the Korean language, immersing yourself in Korean culture. Youll even get the chance to spend a year abroad in South Korea.<br/><br/><strong>Why study this course</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Youll focus on learning intercultural and language skills, preparing you for careers in a truly global world.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Explore contemporary global issues such as politics, society, and justice, with a focus on Korea’s unique perspective and role.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Our emphasis is on building your digital literacy and independent research skills. This will help you succeed at university and beyond.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>What you’ll do</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Gain a deep understanding of Korean language and culture while improving your research and presentation skills.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Develop your critical thinking, academic writing and reflective learning skills.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Choose optional modules to tailor your learning experience and broaden your knowledge.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Future careers</strong><br/><br/>Our BA (Hons) Korean Studies will prepare you for a wide range of careers in or connected to the Asia Pacific region. The main aim of this course is to become fluent in Korean.<br/><br/>Youll also gain a thorough cultural understanding of the Asia Pacific. This expertise will provide you with a competitive advantage in the job market.<br/><br/>After graduation, you will have diverse career prospects including:<br/><br/><br/>• Translation and interpretation<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Journalism<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Travel and tourism<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Embassies and local governments<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Public relations<br/><br/>
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Preston Campus
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
AP21
Institution Code
C30
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Scottish Higher
64 UCAS points
Access to HE Diploma
64 UCAS points
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
64 UCAS points at Higher Level subjects
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MPP
GCSE/National 4/National 5
5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above including Maths and English or equivalent. Equivalent qualifications are Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English or Level 3 Key Skills in Maths and Communication.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
AS
Not Accepted
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
MPP
Scottish Advanced Higher
64 UCAS points
A level
64 UCAS points at A2
T Level
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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