| Course Level: | Master's | |
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| Course Program: | Art & Humanities | |
| Course Duration: | 2 Years | |
| Course Language | English | |
| Required Degree | 3 Year Bachelor’s Degree | |
Choosing an MA in Classical Korean Literature at Korea University offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in Korea’s rich literary and cultural heritage. The program combines rigorous training in classical texts, history, and philosophy with modern academic approaches, fostering both critical analysis and appreciation of traditional works. Korea University, one of the nation’s top institutions, provides access to distinguished faculty, extensive research resources, and a vibrant academic community. Students also gain interdisciplinary perspectives, preparing them for careers in academia, cultural research, translation, or heritage preservation, while deepening their understanding of Korea’s intellectual legacy in a global context.
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Program Name |
MA in Classical Korean Literature |
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Degree Awarded |
Master of Arts (MA) |
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Course Duration |
2 years (4 semesters) |
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Language of Instruction |
Primarily Korean (some resources in English may be available) |
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Yearly Tuition Fees |
Approx. KRW 6,000,000 – 7,000,000 (USD 4,500 – 5,200) |
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Total Tuition Fees |
Approx. KRW 12,000,000 – 14,000,000 (USD 9,000 – 10,400) for full program |
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Total Program Cost |
Tuition + living expenses (approx. USD 20,000 – 25,000 for 2 years) |
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Eligibility |
Bachelor’s degree in Korean Literature, Humanities, or related field |
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Admission Requirements |
Application form, transcripts, degree certificate, study plan, recommendation letters, proof of Korean language proficiency (TOPIK level 4+), possibly interview |
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Application Intake |
Spring (March) & Fall (September) |
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Scholarship |
Korea University Graduate School Scholarships, Global Korea Scholarship (GKS), KU International Student Scholarship |
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Career Prospects |
Academia, cultural research, publishing, translation, museums, heritage and cultural organizations |
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Curriculum Structure |
Core courses in Classical Korean Literature, seminars on historical texts, research methodology, electives in related humanities fields, thesis research and defense |
