| 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 | |
Pursuing an MA in Korean Literature in Classical Chinese at Korea University offers a unique opportunity to explore Korea’s rich literary heritage through its historical texts. This program combines rigorous training in classical Chinese with in-depth study of Korean literature, enabling students to access and interpret primary sources in their original form. Korea University, one of the nation’s top institutions, provides world-class faculty, extensive research resources, and a vibrant academic community. Graduates gain strong linguistic, analytical, and cultural expertise, preparing them for careers in academia, cultural research, translation, or heritage preservation, while deepening their understanding of East Asian intellectual traditions.
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Program Name |
MA in Korean Literature in Classical Chinese |
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Degree Awarded |
Master of Arts (M.A.) |
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Course Duration |
2 years (4 semesters) |
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Language of Instruction |
Primarily Korean (with Classical Chinese texts studied) |
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Yearly Tuition Fees |
Approx. USD 6,000 – 7,000 (KRW 8–9 million) |
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Total Tuition Fees |
Approx. USD 12,000 – 14,000 (for 2 years) |
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Total Program Cost |
Around USD 15,000 – 18,000 (including living expenses, books, student fees) |
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Eligibility |
Bachelor’s degree in Korean Language, Literature, East Asian Studies, or related fields |
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Admission Requirements |
Application form, transcripts, degree certificate, study plan, recommendation letters, proof of language proficiency (TOPIK level 4–5 or equivalent), interview (if required) |
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Application Intake |
Spring (March) & Fall (September) |
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Scholarship |
Korea University Global KU Scholarship, Korean Government Scholarship (GKS), departmental research/TA scholarships |
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Career Prospects |
Academic researcher, university lecturer, translator, cultural content specialist, curator, heritage preservationist, publishing/editorial roles |
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Curriculum Structure |
Core courses in Korean literature & Classical Chinese texts, elective seminars on literary criticism, translation, history of Korean thought, thesis research and defense |
