ILCEC

The International Language and Culture Education Center at Sangmyung University has been teaching Korean and introducing Korean culture to international students and learners who encounter Korean as a foreign language. The Korean language program at Sangmyung University consists of a total of seven levels, ranging from beginner (Levels 1–2), intermediate (Levels 3–4), and advanced (Levels 5–6) to a pre-university preparatory course. This structured program is designed to help students learn Korean in the easiest, fastest, and most efficient way possible.

Students who complete all levels acquire not only confidence but also Korean language proficiency comparable to that of native speakers, enabling them to enroll in and successfully follow courses at prestigious universities in Korea. Recently, the center has also introduced TOPIK test preparation courses and offers customized free tutoring for students who find it difficult to keep up with regular classes.

The faculty members, all of whom hold at least a master’s degree in Teaching Korean as a Foreign Language, are experts in language education with extensive teaching experience. In addition to leading high-quality language classes, the outstanding teaching staff is proficient in various foreign languages, including English, Chinese, Japanese, German, and Russian.
They provide not only instruction but also counseling on classes, visas, and various matters related to Korean language education, making every effort to help students study Korean more efficiently and conveniently.

The program uses its own textbooks developed based on the International Language and Culture Education Center’s long-standing teaching experience and expertise, including Master Korean 1–6, Korean Reading with Culture 1–6, and Workbook 1–5.
By using these self-developed materials, the program enhances instructional effectiveness and contributes to improving students’ learning abilities.

To encourage students’ motivation for learning, scholarships are awarded every semester to outstanding students.
Scholarship benefits are also provided to students from partner universities and institutions, commissioned education students, and student workers.

Located in a major central area of Seoul, the institute offers excellent accessibility for commuting students. Korean language classes are available in both morning and afternoon sessions, allowing students to choose a convenient schedule.
Classrooms are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, and most are furnished with beam projectors, computers, and multimedia equipment. Multimedia education using various audiovisual materials and the internet is also available.

Each semester, a variety of activities are organized, including level-based cultural experiences, Student Day events, a Korean speech contest, sports competitions, and college entrance information sessions, providing diverse opportunities and supporting students in their applications to universities and graduate schools.