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Korean and Global Development BA (Hons)

SOAS University of London

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SOAS University of London

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Overview

The BA Korean combined honours degree provides students with the highest level of competence in all aspects of the written and spoken language, as well as an introduction to both classical and modern Korean culture - from the study of pre-modern Korean literature and history, to contemporary Korean cinema and TV.

This Korean degree programme is suitable for both absolute beginners as well as those with some knowledge of the Korean language. Students will spend the third year of study in Korea furthering language proficiency and understanding of the local business practices and culture. Additionally, the nature of the Combined Honours Degree will allow you to create a specialist niche for yourself by studying another subject. All students will spend year three in South Korea at Korea University or Sogang University.

The BA Global Development Combined Honours Degree is a 3-year full time degree (or 4 years when combined with a Language) draws upon the significant expertise of our academic staff.

This stimulating programme examines key topics in international development, while analysing the roles and impact of a wide variety of regional and international actors. By the time you graduate, you will have cultivated a deep knowledge of the causes of and responses to poverty, marginalisation and vulnerability in developing countries and the process of dramatic social, economic and political change.

Employment

Graduates from the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures develop competencies in intercultural awareness, analysis and communication. Demand for specialists with advanced proficiency in the languages of China, Japan and Korea has significantly increased in recent years, and graduates with these skills are highly sought after by employers.

Recent Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures graduates have been hired by organisations including:

  • Accenture
  • Amazon
  • Bloomberg LP
  • Department for Work and Pensions
  • European Alliance for Human Rights in North Korea
  • European Commission
  • Google
  • ITN
  • Japanese Government

Application deadline

29 January

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University information

SOAS University of London

SOAS University of London

SOAS University of London

  • University League Table

    71st

  • Campus address

    SOAS, University of London, Thornhaugh Street, Russell Square, Camden, Greater London, WC1H 0XG, England

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SOAS is a place for those who want to expand their horizons, develop a deeper understanding of the world, and re-examine their preconceptions.
Building on values of social justice and equality, students are encouraged to challenge conventional views and to think globally.
SOAS is one of the UK's most international universities, with around half of SOAS students coming from outside the UK.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Asian Studies

    6th out of 11 2

    45th out of 79 6

    26th out of 79 9

  • Entry standards

    / Max 206
    147 72%

    7th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    76.0 76%

    3rd

    4

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.82 71%

    9th

    2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 227
    136 60%

    33rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    78.0 78%

    43rd

    12

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.90 72%

    62nd

    12

  • Entry standards

    / Max 215
    145 67%

    27th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    71.0 71%

    42nd

    26

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.03 76%

    52nd

    4

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