The Korean alphabet, hangeul, is one of the world’s most remarkable linguistic creations. It was introduced by King Sejong, the fourth king of the Joseon Dynasty, to make reading and writing more accessible across the Korean Peninsula. Its thoughtful design demonstrates an advanced understanding of how sounds are formed and structured, centuries before Phonetics and Phonology became formal academic disciplines.
In this course, students will explore how hangeul works as a writing system and develop the skills to confidently decode the Korean script by the end of the program. To support and fast-track their learning, students will also be introduced to foundational concepts in Phonetics and Phonology that can assist with learning Korean and other languages.
Using their new hangeul reading skills, students will learn basic Korean greetings and explore popular expressions commonly heard in K-Pop and K-Drama. By developing the ability to read hangeul, students will build a strong foundation for undertaking a beginner-level communicative Korean course in the future.
This course is designed for Year 9–12 students interested in Korean language and culture, or languages more broadly. Students are expected to complete approximately 20 minutes of follow-up work after class each day.
Who is this program for?
This program is open to students studying Years 9-12 in 2027 across Australia.
When does this program take place?
This program takes place from Monday, 11 January – Thursday, 14 January 2027.
How much does this program cost?
This course costs $600.
Fees are payable in full at the time of registration.
