Study Korea:
Dankook University
Learn Globally. Live Fully.
Your world-class education starts here — and it doesn’t stop at the classroom door.
At Stanley Abroad, we help adventurous U.S. students like you step beyond the familiar and dive into the vibrant heart of South Korea. Picture this: earning U.S. college credit while savoring authentic Korean street food, mastering a new language, and making lifelong international friends. With trusted university partners and full support every step of the way, this is more than study abroad — it’s a launchpad for your global future.
Kick off your journey at Dankook University, one of Korea’s most dynamic campuses — and stay tuned as we expand into other incredible destinations across Asia.
Programs at Dankook University
Welcome to a study abroad experience that combines academic excellence, cultural immersion, and real-world personal growth. Through our partnership with Dankook University, Stanley Abroad offers you the opportunity to study in South Korea, earn U.S. college credit, and explore one of the most exciting countries in the world.
About Dankook University
Live, Learn, and Grow at Dankook University
Founded in 1947 as Korea’s first private university established after independence, Dankook University has built a strong legacy of academic excellence, innovation, and global engagement. With a student body of over 20,000 and a growing international community, Dankook offers a forward-thinking education that blends rigorous academics with practical, cross-cultural experience.
Academics
Dankook University is one of Korea’s top private universities with a strong reputation for research, innovation, and global collaboration. It serves over 30,000 students annually and offers a rich academic environment supported by modern facilities, diverse course offerings, and faculty committed to international education.
- First Private University Post-Independence
- Two Vibrant Campuses
- Over 100 global university partners.
- Korea’s First University-Run Hospital System
- Notable Alumni
Park Tae-hwan – Park Tae‑hwan is an Olympic gold medalist in swimming from the 2008 Beijing Games, and attended Dankook University. His international fame in the sports arena extends well into the U.S. athletic community.
Ha Ji Woon – Ha Ji-won is one of South Korea’s most successful actresses, celebrated for her versatility in blockbuster dramas like Secret Garden, Empress Ki, and Hospital Ship. She studied Theater and Film at Dankook University, solidifying her reputation as one of DKU’s most high-profile alumnae.
Park Tae‑Joon – Founder and long-time chairman of POSCO, one of the world’s largest steelmakers, he is credited with spearheading South Korea’s rapid industrialization. He also founded POSTECH and served as a National Assembly member and Prime Minister, making him one of DKU’s most influential alumni.
Cho Myung-rae – Cho Myung‑rae is an urban planner and academic who served as South Korea’s Minister of Environment from 2018 to 2021. A Dankook University alumnus (Bachelor in Regional Development), he’s noted internationally for leading environmental policy and sustainability efforts.
Ji Chang-wook – Internationally acclaimed actor known for Healer, The K2, and recent streaming hits. He studied theatre/film at Dankook University’s Department of Performing Arts and is widely cited as a DKU alumnus
Students may choose from a wide variety of English-taught courses across disciplines like:
- Business Administration
- International Business Administration
- International Trade
- British and American Humanities
- Law
- Chemical Engineering
- Convergence Systems Engineering
- Polymer Science and Engineering
- Mobile Systems Engineering
- Liberal Arts
- Intensive Korean Language
For a complete list of Courses offered in English – Download the Course Sylabi HERE.
Business and Economics
Financial Data Analysis – Click Here to Download
Economics
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| Financial Data Analysis | In this course, we practice practical applications of econometric techniques by working with data. We study various types of data by referencing news articles, government reports, etc., and apply econometric analysis to diagnose economic conditions and analyze policy effects. This course consists of a review of econometrics and coding lessons in Reprogramming. Evaluation for this course includes a midterm exam and an end-of-semester data a nalysis assignment. | 3 | Download PDF |
Global Business Administration
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| Basic Marketing (1) | This course aims to explore the marketing strategies employed by international companies across various industries. It addresses the essential concepts and issues required for their successful implementation and operation. The primary goal of this course is to familiarize students with the key components of crafting marketing strategies for products or services. This course covers various aspects of marketing, including market research, consumer behavior, product development, pricing strategies, promotion, and distribution. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Basic Marketing (2) | This course aims to explore the marketing strategies employed by international companies across various industries. It addresses the essential concepts and issues required for their successful implementation and operation. The primary goal of this course is to familiarize students with the key components of crafting marketing strategies for products or services. This course covers various aspects of marketing, including market research, consumer behavior, product development, pricing strate gies, promotion, and distribution. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Business Law | This course is intended to introduce students to the basic concepts and problems of business law and of the legal system. The course will provide an overview of the laws that shape the way business is carried on, the manner in which business affairs and management s are mediated by relevant legal mechanism. This course will examine the important legal aspects of business affairs with special emphasis on contract law, tort law and corporation law. Please note that there are no particular official textbooks for this course. Very detailed lecture notes will be provided for each class. All students will be asked to complete the review of each lecture's notes before attending the class. You MUST have the lecture notes when you come to class, as each class will proceed on the basis of the lecture notes!!!! | 3 | Download PDF |
| Business Writing & Presentations(1) | This course is designed to help students develop their knowledge and understanding about writing and presenting in a business environment. This class is designed to get an in-depth understanding about how culture ef fects the way individuals convey information. In order to accomplish these goals, students will take part in group-work and in class discussions; to learn the basics of intercultural communication. Even with the Corona virus this class will be done in person. There is the possibility that some or all parts of the syllabus will be modified due to the Corona virus. We will be meeting in person, but that is subject to change based upon policies of the government and/or Dankook University. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Business Writing & Presentations(2) | This course is designed to help students develop their knowledge and understanding about writing and presenting in a business environment. This class is designed to get an in-depth understanding about how culture ef fects the way individuals convey information. In order to accomplish these goals, students will take part in group-work and in class discussions; to learn the basics of intercultural communication. Even with the Corona virus this class will be done in person. There is the possibility that some or all parts of the syllabus will be modified due to the Corona virus. We will be meeting in person, but that is subject to change based upon policies of the government and/or Dankook University. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Corporate Finance | Corporate finance suggests methods of how to maximize firm value in terms of financial management. This idea of firm value maximization roles to find sound firms that have a high probability of growth and to estimate a great investment project, for private investors. It also can improve asymmetric information between firms and the market. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Cross-Cultural Leadership | Student will learn about the role of leadership, the definition of leadership. Leadership is becoming increasingly important in the cross-cultural world. Therefore, it is vital for students to learn about leadership. Students also learn about the history of leadership, characteristics of leadership, types of leadership, and negative or positive effects of leadership. How leadership influences organizations and the members of the org. will also an important contents of this class. Also, we'll have special lectures which will be held by leaders from various fields. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Financial Accounting | This course introduces the fundamentals of accounting, reporting, and analysis to understand basic financial accounting systems and financial reports which provide useful information to investors, regulators, and policy-makers to facilitate the allocation of resources in capital market. Particularly, this course focus on the liabilities and equities' accounting treatments. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Information Technology in Business | This course is to introduce how today's businesses use information technologies and systems to achieve their corporate objectives in the digital age. Current real-world business cases illustrate how companies have identified, and ultimately solved, key business challenges using information systems and technologies. This course enables students to understand the basic concepts and principles of Information System and to apply the concept to th e actual project by analyzing cases. | 3 | Download PDF |
| International Management | Course Overview: This course is designed for upper-level students (3rd & 4th year student s) of international business administration. This course will help you integrate the knowled ge you have learned in other courses about management, organizations, and strategy. We will build on that foundation to understand international management. International management is the process of applying management concepts and techniques in a multinational environment. We will learn how to adapt management practices to different economic, political, and cultural contexts. In this course, our goal is not to simply study the field of international management. Our goal is to actually prepare you to successfully manage an international business (or other international organization). | 3 | Download PDF |
| International Trade Theory & Practice | The major economies are more integrated than at any time in history. This class will discuss about global economy and world trade, trade theories such as comparative advantage, Heckscher-Ohlin Theory,theory of tariffs and quotas, and comercial ploicy. We at class will also cover the topics of trade practices such as export import procedures, payment method s(L/C, D/P) for trade, finance for trade and trade claim issues. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Marketing Management | Understanding consumers and market trend is highly necessary to develop better product s/services, as well as to achieve a sustainable competitive advantage. In this course, students can learn methodologies and the role of market research in strategic decision making. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Money & Banking | This course is designed to introduce basic concepts and knowledge about money, banking, and financial markets. Various topics of the financial system will be covered such as interest rates, risks, bonds, stocks, banking system, central bank, and monetary policy. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Overseas Market Development | Many companies nowadays look for new business opportunities in the global markets. With limited resources, they need to evaluate their own global marketing capbilities and, identify the promising market as a target. The course will help students understand global business environments, selection of target markets and entry modes, business development strategies,and excution of effective marketing activities. We have weekly assignments, and semester term project assignment to apply class topics to a real business-like situation. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Sustainable Management | This course focuses on the global effort to transition to a more sustainable development path. We first examine the current trajectory of economic development and the social, economic, and environmental challenges that trajectory has produced. We then focus on the roles of the public sector and especially private sector to address these challenges and create a development path marked by sustainable management. | 3 | Download PDF |
International Trade
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| Global Economy | This course examines the recent global issues like the financial crisis and its impact on world economy, and regional economic issues from the perspective of changes in the world business environment and national and regional trade policies. | 3 | Download PDF |
| International Trade Policy | This course examines the policies that governments adopt toward international trade, policies that involve a number of different measures such as taxes, subsidies, import quotas, etc. This course provides a framework for understanding the effects of various trade policy instruments. | 3 | Download PDF |
| International Trade Policy | This course examines the policies that governments adopt toward international trade, policies that involve a number of different measures such as taxes, subsidies, import quotas, etc. This course provides a framework for understanding the effects of various trade policy instruments. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Microeconomics | In microeconomics, topics include supply, demand, competitive and monopolistic markets, and the economics of production and cost, as well as the analysis of international trade, and the economics of government policies on the microeconomics level. | 3 | Download PDF |
Global Business Administration
Basic Marketing (1) – Click Here to Download
Basic Marketing (2) – Click Here to Download
Business Law – Click Here to Download
Business Writing & Presentations (1) – Click Here to Download
Business Writing & Presentations (2) – Click Here to Download
Corporate Finance – Click Here to Download
Cross-Cultural Leadership – Click Here to Download
Financial Accounting – Click Here to Download
Information Technology in Business – Click Here to Download
International Management – Click Here to Download
International Trade Theory & Practice – Click Here to Download
Marketing Management – Click Here to Download
Money & Banking – Click Here to Download
Overseas Market Development – Click Here to Download
Sustainable Management – Click Here to Download
International Trade
Global Economy – Click Here to Download
International Trade Policy(1) – Click Here to Download
International Trade Policy(2) – Click Here to Download
Microeconomics – Click Here to Download
Engineering
British and American Humanities
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| Creative & Discursive Writing 2 | Creative & Discursive Writing 2 (창작과논술 2) is designed for high-intermediate to advanced university-level academic writing for English learners. This course focuses on developing rhetoric and sentence structure in a straightforward manner, using a step-by-step approach and varied practices. You will be guided through the writing process to produce wellorganized, adequately developed paragraphs and essays. Explanations are simple, and numerous opportunities for practice will help you assimilate each writing skill effectively. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Drama in Elizabethan Period | This course is designed to advance the understanding of drama in Elizabethan era, focusing on Shakespeare’s great tragedies: Hamlet and King Lear. The primary emphasis will be on a close reading of two selected plays so as to stimulate reflections on the social, political, and philosophical issues raised in the plays. Ultimately, the classroom discussion will endeavor to question either how we can define human nature or what it means to become a human being. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Employment and Startup Career Seminar 1 | Employment and Career Seminar 1 (취창업ㆍ진로세미나1) is a course designed to help you make the most out of your college experience so that you can successfully transition to a fulfilling career most appropriate for you. Focus is placed on how to find the best career path based on a number of variables including your major, your interests, your values, and your skill set. There will be a number of introspective activities in this course that are designed to bring out your unique skills and knowledge, and help you in the process of preparing for a career after college. Some specific areas of focus include using appropriate resources to plan for a career, knowing the employment landscape, and highlighting your strengths through the development of a resume. | 2 | Download PDF |
| Humanities and Cognitive Development | Humanities and Cognitive Development (인문과인지발달) is a course that examines the theoretical foundations of cognitive development as they apply to the human learning experience. Emphasis is placed on the application of theoretical concepts from a humanities perspective in order to gain a deeper understanding of how humans acquire knowledge, develop language, communicate with others within communities of practice, and develop cultural norms through the social construction of knowledge. This course is designed to help you gain a broad understanding of cognitive theories so that you are able to constructively apply them within specific cultural contexts. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Introduction to British and American Humanities 1 | Introduction to British and American Humanities 1 (영미인문학입문1) is an introductory course focusing on the American cultural perspective from the establishment of an identity against the backdrop of British cultural influence to present day and the transmission of American culture around the world. Through this course, we will explore the central themes associated with British and American humanities and discuss the various ways in which these themes can be interpreted. These themes, essential interlocking aspects of what have contributed to Anglo-American identity, include religion, gender, regionalism, ethnicity, and immigration. Discussions will focus on how different aspects of Anglo-American culture such as literature, film, music, media, and political movements have contributed to these themes. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Movies and Languages | Movies and Languages (영상과언어) is a course designed for the analysis of the English language in film. Emphasis will be placed on how movies represent the usage of English through different time periods involving various socioeconomic classes and ethnic groups among various regions across both the British and American cultural landscape. Specific usages of the language that will be examined include variations in vocabulary, pronunciation, dialect, and idiomatic phrases. Films will be discussed in chronological order, divided by specific periods in which they are set. Although not a requirement, students are encouraged to view the films on their own time before class. However, it is understandable that not all students will have access to the films. Therefore, lessons will focus on the viewing of clips from the films that encapsulate the common language usage of the period in which the film takes place. Additionally, explanations about language usage in the films will be provided during the lecture in addition to group discussions that should help students make better sense of the context in which the language is used. | 3 | Download PDF |
| The History of British and American Thoughts | In his History of Western Philosophy, Bertrand Russell wrote famously: “Philosophers are both effects and causes: effects of their social circumstances and of the politics and institutions of their time; causes (if they are fortunate) of beliefs which mould the politics and institutions of later ages.” In this course we will, following Russell’s conviction that nothing can be created ex nihilo, examine the postmodernist modes of thought that have emerged in the aftermath of Nietzsche’s declaration of the death of God. The readings will be drawn selectively from Friedrich Nietzsche, Karl Marx, Alfred N. Whitehead, Martin Heidegger, Michel Foucault, Edward Said, Shulamith Firestone, and Luce Irigaray. | 3 | Download PDF |
Chemical Engineering
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| Biochemical Engineering | -In this class, students are required to perform design assignment. At the same time, students are required to present the results of their design. Students have to submit their design report. -Biochemical engineering is a subject deals with biological mechanism phenomena that can be utilized in engineering fields for the improvement of life quality of human beings. The primary objectives of this class are as follows: 1) Students improve their understanding on fundamental principles of bioengineering. 2) Students learn about enzyme reaction kinetics, cell cultures, operations of various types of bioreactors for the production of precious bioproducts such as vaccines and enzymes. 3) Students develop their ability to design bioreactors under various conditions. -Lecture materials and questions related to this class can be discussed through E-learning campus website. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Biochemical Engineering | -In this class, students are required to perform design assignment. At the same time, students are required to present the results of their design. Students have to submit their design report. -Biochemical engineering is a subject deals with biological mechanism phenomena that can be utilized in engineering fields for the improvement of life quality of human beings. The primary objectives of this class are as follows: 1) Students improve their understanding on fundamental principles of bioengineering. 2) Students learn about enzyme reaction kinetics, cell cultures, operations of various types of bioreactors for the production of precious bioproducts such as vaccines and enzymes. 3) Students develop their ability to design bioreactors under various conditions. -Lecture materials and questions related to this class can be discussed through E-learning campus website. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Environmental Chemical Process | Through the third and fourth industrial revolutions, we are living a more pleasant and abundant life, however, we are also urged to solve tough environmental problems such as climate change, global warming, extreme weather and natural disasters, water scarcity, and environmental migrants. Environmental engineering is the study of developing technical solutions to environmental problems using the principles of science and technology. It deals wit h air and water pollution, solid waste, noise, vibration, soil, groundwater, and marine environment. In this course, students will learn how to apply the material and energy balances -- basic concepts in the chemical engineering discipline -- to describe the discharge and mitigation of various pollutants. Since carbon neutrality has become the most important mission for human survival, advanced topics on electricity generation, battery, rare-earth elements recovery, and waste plastic pyrolysis will also be covered in this course. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Heat and Mass Transfer (1) | Heating and cooling of materials or fluid flowing through chemical apparatus, and control of heat transfer is very important. Also comprehension of heat transfer is based on operation of hydrodynamics, mass transfer. In this lecture, basic principles of heat transfer mechanism concerning conduction, convection and radiation is dealt with and those applications are treated. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Heat and Mass Transfer (2) | Heating and cooling of materials or fluid flowing through chemical apparatus, and control of heat transfer is very important. Also comprehension of heat transfer is based on operation of hydrodynamics, mass transfer. In this lecture, basic principles of heat transfer mechanism concerning conduction, convection and radiation is dealt with and those applications are treated. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Semiconductor Processing and Chemical Engineering | Introduce nano-electronic processing and basic electronic as well as optical devices to th e non-electrical engineering students. The course will cover materials growth, photolithography, vacuum, vacuum gage, pump, etching, metal and dielectric deposition, device conce pt and device characterization. | 3 | Download PDF |
Polymer Science and Engineering
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| Polymer Design 1(1) | This course covers all experimental design including topic selection, document survey, idea generation, experiment, experiment design, synthesis, measurement, analysis and evaluation. Each student will join the team project as a group of 3 to 5 people and will conduct independent team project during the semester. Each group will give a presentation at the end o f the semester | 2 | Download PDF |
| Polymer Design 1(2) | This course covers all experimental design including topic selection, document survey, idea generation, experiment, experiment design, synthesis, measurement, analysis, and evaluation. Each student will join the team project as a group and will conduct independent team project during the semester. Each group will give a presentation at the end of the semester. | 2 | Download PDF |
| Polymer Design 1(3) | This course covers all experimental design including topic selection, document survey, idea generation, experiment, experiment design, synthesis, measurement, analysis and evaluation. Each student will join the team project as a group of 3 to 5 people and will conduct independent team project during the semester. Each group will give a presentation at the end of the semester. | 2 | Download PDF |
| Polymer Design 1(4) | This course covers all experimental design including topic selection, document survey, idea generation, experiment, experiment design, synthesis, measurement, analysis and evaluation. Each student will join the team project as a group of 3 to 5 people and will conduct independent team projects during the semester. Each group will give a presentation at theend of the semester. | 2 | Download PDF |
| Polymer Design 1(5) | The objective of this course is to facilitate the selection of research thesis topics and engage in a year-long, two-semester design process to enhance the research and presentation skills of undergraduate students. This curriculum aims to maximize students' abilities to draw conclusions. Students will autonomously choose tasks, formulate task execution plans, carry out research, and ultimately submit research papers. This experiential process prepares students for future industry engagement, cultivating foundational skills to enhance the overall polymer industry processes and innovate new methodologies. The initial semester focuses on comprehensive design, with an emphasis on fundamental design ability. | 2 | Download PDF |
Semiconductor Convergence Engineering
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| Digital Logic Circuits(2) | Establishing the basic concepts of digital systems and gaining an understanding of simple components. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Digital Logic Circuits(3) | Establishing the basic concepts of digital systems and gaining an understanding of simple components. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Semiconductor Process | Students will understand the semiconductor device process and develop process design capabilities. Students understand the 8 major semiconductor processes (Cleaning, Photolithography, Etching, Diffusion, Implantation, Deposition, CMP, Metallization), and enhance the ability to understand and design the CMOS Integration Process. | 3 | Download PDF |
British and American Humanities
Creative & Discursive Writing 2 – Click Here to Download
Drama in Elizabethan Period – Click Here to Download
Employment and Startup Career Seminar 1 – Click Here to Download
Humanities and Cognitive Development – Click Here to Download
Introduction to British and American Humanities 1 – Click Here to Download
Movies and Languages – Click Here to Download
The History of British and American Thoughts – Click Here to Download
Chemical Engineering
Biochemical Engineering(1) – Click Here to Download
Biochemical Engineering(2) – Click Here to Download
Environmental Chemical Process – Click Here to Download
Heat and Mass Transfer(1) – Click Here to Download
Heat and Mass Transfer(2) – Click Here to Download
Semiconductor Processing and Chemical Engineering – Click Here to Download
Polymer Science and Engineering
Polymer Design 1(1) – Click Here to Download
Polymer Design 1(2) – Click Here to Download
Polymer Design 1(3) – Click Here to Download
Polymer Design 1(4) – Click Here to Download
Polymer Design 1(5) – Click Here to Download
Semiconductor Convergence Engineering
Digital Logic Circuits(2) – Click Here to Download
Digital Logic Circuits(3) – Click Here to Download
Semiconductor Process – Click Here to Download
Law
Law
| Course Name | Description | Units | Download |
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| Law on International Dispute Settlement (2) | This course is primarily concerned with the questions of how international disputes are mediated and resolved within the framework of international law. By focusing on the diverse mechanisms and procedures for the resolution of deputes in international law, this course will provide principles and rules of international law for settling disputes in international society. Given that law can be served as critical for the resolution of various disputes in a society,understanding of the dispute settlement mechanisms under international law could provide a critical opportunity with the students to examine the nature of contemporary international society. | 3 | Download PDF |
| International Law 1 (4) | The purpose of this course is to provide a comprehensive framework for the analysis of contemporary public international law, by drawing upon various theories and cases. Given that international society is developing rapidly, proper understanding of international community from the legal perspective will be essential for understanding the nature of internationalsociety. | 3 | Download PDF |
Liberal Arts
Liberal Arts
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| American Cultural Studies | American Cultural Studies (미국문화연구) is an introductory course focusing on how varying aspects of American cultural have influenced not only the social structure of the United States but also the world. Rather than simply examining the influence that American culturehas had on society, this course also takes a critical approach through the analysis of discourses that have shaped America and its complex relations with both the American peopleand the world. Central themes associated with American cultural studies that will be discussed include the various ways in which these themes can be interpreted. These themes,essential interlocking aspects of what have created American identity, include gender andsociety, the representation of youth, American global influence, regional differences in terms of culture, and the impact of the American city on cultural values. Discussions will focuson how different aspects of American culture such as film, modern art, architecture, music,and media have contributed to these themes. | 2 | Download PDF |
| Nutrition and Disease | As society and the economy develop today, everyone wants to lead a healthy life and livea long life. In order to maintain a healthy life in a modern society that has entered an era ofinfinite competition, stable jobs, physical health, emotional stability, and constant intellectual activities are very important, which requires intellectual consideration of the nutrition anddisease of the human body and requires it to be made a daily life. Modern people have a high interest in maintaining health, but they are suffering from chronic adult diseases and diseases due to stress, lack of exercise, excess and lack of nutrition, drinking and smoking,and irregular eating and living. In this subject, we would like to convey more easily the right knowledge of nutrition, health and disease, which has led to closer relationships with modern people in accordance with the changing times. The curriculum will cover the nutrition knowledge used by nutrients in the human body, diseases caused by lack and excess nutrients, and excess nutrition caused by adult diseases in modern society. In addition, we would like to deal with nutrition-related issues (global hunger, the current situation related to rising grain prices due to the rapid increase in consumption of feed for livestock, alcohol, coffee, fermented food, food poisoning) that are commonly encountered by modern people. | 3 | Download PDF |
| OPIc | This course will teach the students the different sections of the OPIc examination. It will spend the first half of each class looking at different mechanics of producing speech including individual letters, syllables, words, chunks, and sentences. Class time will be spent developing a strategy for the background survey, as well as the types of questions that mightbe generated from given answers. The class will then explore how to respond to the role paying section of the test necessary to reach the level that will attract employers. The thingsthat will be looked at include format of each section of the test, the grading criteria, and hints for each section, classroom practice, methods of self-monitoring, vocabulary building, and test taking grammar. Through this class students should be able to improve their speaking as well as their test taking skills with the OPIc. | 2 | Download PDF |
| Speaking TOEIC | This course will teach the students the different sections of the speaking TOEIC examination. It will spend the first half of each class looking at different mechanics of producing speech including individual letters, syllables, words, chucks, and sentences. The second part of the class will look at the different parts of the Speaking TOEIC. The things that will be looked at include format of each section of the test, the grading criteria, and hints for eachsection, classroom practice, methods of self-monitoring, vocabulary building, and test taking grammar. Through this class students should be able to improve their speaking as wellas their test taking skills with the speaking TOEIC. | 2 | Download PDF |
| Taekwondo | The purpose of this class is to look at the values and grasp of Taekwondo for all which iscompleted to practical instrument and theory for attempting health as a portion of life style and Taekwondo for all of all status. | 2 | Download PDF |
| TOEIC Writing | The purpose of this class is to teach students how to take the writing TOEIC exam. The course will spend four weeks focusing on each of the three parts of the test. The students will study the grammar, formula of each section, levels of formality, strategies, organisationaltools, and other key writing techniques Please note: This is not an official TOEIC writing course and students will not receive an official TOEIC Writing Score. | 2 | Download PDF |
Primus International College
Bio and Material Engineering
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| General Chemistry 1 | General Chemistry is an introductory course designed to help students understand the fundamental concepts and principles of chemistry, enabling them to explain natural phenomena and solve scientific problems. The course covers key topics such as the structure of matter, chemical reactions, thermodynamics, and gas laws. Through lectures and problem-solving sessions, students will gain a solid foundation in chemistry and explore its applications in various fields of science and engineering. | 3 | Download PDF |
| General Mathematics 1 | This course is the first one of the two consecutive General Mathematics courses. As a fundamental study for science and engineering students, understanding differentiation and integration is the main interest of this course. Especially, one variable functions are main topic of this course. Also we study problem solving techniques related to differentiation and integration. We review some high school level mathematics during the course. | 3 | Download PDF |
| General Physics | Among various subjects in the general physics course, mechanics, oscillations and waves, electricity and magnetism, and properties of light will be mainly covered. We study several fundamental laws of physics based on mathematical descriptions that display the relationships among the physical notions required to deal with these particular topics. | 3 | Download PDF |
International Business Administration
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| Business Statistics | This course will introduce you to business statistics, or the application of statistics in theworkplace. Statistics is a course in the methods for gathering, analyzing, and interpretingdata. In this course, you will learn how to apply statistical tools to analyze data, draw conclusions, and make predictions of the future. The course will begin with data distributions, followed by probability analysis, sampling, hypothesis testing, inferential statistics, and, finally, regression. The objective of this course is to provide the student with an introduction to the basic theory of statistics and to provide them with an opportunity to develop their skills in managementdecision-making (by gathering and analyzing data). The majority of the in-class lessons will focus on material from the textbook. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Introduction to Management(1) | This course provides the incoming freshmen with fundamental theories of business, alongwith introduction to various areas of business and learns about organizations, managers,business environments, organizational structures. In addition, it aims to cultivate the abilityto look at major issues surrounding recent companies together and find appropriate waysby applying the learned theory. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Introduction to Management(2) | This course provides the incoming freshmen with fundamental theories of business, alongwith introduction to various areas of business and learns about organizations, managers,business environments, organizational structures. In addition, it aims to cultivate the abilityto look at major issues surrounding recent companies together and find appropriate waysby applying the learned theory. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Psychology | Psychology is the basic of almost all subjects in business school. It is very important for humans to understand people, including him/herself and others, in organizational life. This introductory course is will lead students to the world of psychology. *This course will be runnig in cyber lectures for the first two weeks. | 3 | Download PDF |
Korea Studies
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| Korean Politics | This course offers students an introduction to South Korea’s political history and a reviewof major contemporary issues in Korean politics. It begins with the political debates of the late Joseon dynasty and colonial eras, then shifts to cover the development of political institutions in South Korea after its establishment in 1948 as well as the history of Korean democratization. Following a review of this political history, a series of classes ask how the previous authoritarian era of Korean politics continues to influence the current democratic era.Additionally, students will learn the basics of the current Korean political system and review current political debates such as the power of chaebol in Korena politics, regionalism, and gender politics. | 3 | Download PDF |
Primus International College
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| Basic Korean | This course is designed for foreign students who are either encountering Korean for the first time or have limited knowledge of the language (such as exchange students or studentsin English-medium programs). The aim of the course is to enhance students’ understanding of the Korean language and help them develop basic communication skills in Korean. Students will study the fundamentals of Korean, including consonants and vowels, syllable formation, and basic sentence structures. Through practice in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, students will learn how to engage in conversations on simple everyday topicsand understand and write basic Korean texts at an elementary level. This course is not suitable for students with an intermediate or higher proficiency in Korean. Enrolling in this course would likely result in a low grade, as the level of the course would not contribute to further improvement in their language skills. Therefore, students with ahigher level of Korean proficiency should take other courses, such as “Language Writing.” | 3 | Download PDF |
| College Writing 1 | This class is designed to develop and improve students writing skills. Over the course ofa 15-week semester it will cover key skills and techniques needed to produce clear, coherent paragraphs / essays with a specific focus on academic style composition. In order toachieve these goals, students will take part in group work and discussion-based activitiesto generate topics and facilitate the writing process. Mindful that writing and reading are inextricably related, students will read and analyze different types of essays to help them develop the skills necessary to critically evaluate a text and to express and articulate their own ideas in writing. Students will also be encouraged to work together through collaborative learning to share and learn different perspectives to better understand their prospectiveaudience and improve their writing approaches. By the end of the semester, students willbe able to plan, research, and write a complete academic essay in English. | 3 | Download PDF |
| College Writing 2 | The purpose of this course, College Writing 1, is to develop essential academic writing skills. This course is intended for students who possess an intermediate level or higher English skill proficiency. This course will be conducted fully in English and students will be expected to use English extensively in discussions and in their writing throughout the semester. College Writing 1 is designed to develop essential writing skills so that students will possess the ability to craft articulate academic essays with confidence. This course will instill students with an understanding of how to work through the writing process, and key principles that constitute clear and well-organized writing. This course will begin with an understanding of formal writing and review of foundational skills such as sentences and paragraphs and then progress to longer academic essays. Students will understand how to focus their ideas by forming a clear thesis statement and work through the process of developingtheir idea further through research and logical organization. Throughout this course, students will gain an understanding of various rhetorical writing styles often encountered in college courses. Mindful that writing and reading are inextricably related, students will read and analyze different types of essays to help them develop the skills necessary to criticallyevaluate a text and to express and articulate their own ideas in writing. Students will alsobe encouraged to work together through collaborative learning to share and learn differentperspectives to better understand their prospective audience and improve their writing approaches. By the end of the semester, students will be able to plan, research, and write a complete academic essay in English. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Critical Thinking | This critical thinking course focuses on three essential skills—argument recognition, analysis, and evaluation—and break each down into its basic components. In this way, students learn to think critically in a step-by-step fashion, as they would learn to master any skill.Additionally, the students will be provided with clear examples and explanations, and learnto integrate workbook-style writing and thinking exercises that promote active learning. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Fundamentals of Investments | This class aims at developing key concepts in investment theory. The goal of this class isto provide you with a structure for thinking about investment theory and show you how to address investment problems in a systematic manner. Students examine current academicwork and its application for portfolio choice. This course emphasizes various concepts and approaches that are taken to real world. In this sense, this course requires students to use market data using Yahoo! Finance, MarketWatch, Federal Reserve database in order toevaluate investments strategies and performance of various portfolios. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Global Issues | This course will raise issues affecting today’s world, and train students to approach the complex issues from different perspectives. A key aspect is gaining deep understanding ofeach topic to interpret and draw inferences, solve problems, make judgement and engage in creative or critical thinking. For this, students will be encouraged to search for articles and texts through newspapers and the Internet. They will discuss what they learned from the research and then give integrated explanations or present objective and persuasive evidences supporting their opinion. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Human History in East Asia | This course provides an introduction to the history of human presence in East Asia, beginning with the first arrival of homo sapiens to the region some 70,000 years ago, moving on to the rise of kingdoms and empires, and then covering up to our current era of modern nation-states interacting in a time of fragmented globalization. In this macro-tour of the historyof the region, the history of human experience in East Asia will be presented from an interdisciplinary perspective (including the methods of biology, economics, political science, sociology, linguistics, archaeology, geography, paleography, and digital studies). Along theway, we will read translated passages of emblematic works of literature from the Korean, Chinese, and Japanese literary traditions in order to explore different moments of cultural flourishing in the region. The primary theme will be examining how humans in East Asia haveindividually and collectively responded to the conditions and challenges of the time in which they lived. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Innovations in Society | This course will explore how different innovations become diffused throughout society andthe driving forces that aid this process. The first half of the class will explore the innovation process from the generation of innovations through the process of making decisions related to innovation to the possible consequences that can arise. Adopters and networks thatdrive innovation will also be discussed in this section of the course. The second half of the course explores the different driving forces that have moved innovation into full adoption. | 3 | Download PDF |
| International law and human rights | This course is primarily concerned with the questions of how human rights issues are discussed and dealt with within the framework of international law. By focusing on the diverse mechanisms and procedures for the protection of human rights, this course will provideprinciples and rules of international law for the protection of human rights in international society. Given that law can be served for the protection of human rights in a society,understanding the mechanisms for human rights protection under international law could provide acritical opportunity with the students to examine the nature of contemporary international society. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Language, Perception, and Thought | Language permeates every aspect of our life – cognitive, social, economic, and political. In this course, we will explore language as a fundamental aspect of human cognition. Howdoes language affect thought processes? How does language relate to the mental capacities that people have? How do we process language? Are there areas of the brain specialized for language? How do we learn language as a child? Is this process different from learning language as an adult? What are the different accents in English? How is language used in everyday conversation? This course will introduce you to the complexity and creativity of the acquisition and use oflanguage. Just like breathing, producing and understanding speech is a natural activity that we engage in daily, with little conscious awareness or effort. In this course, we will study the processes that underlie this ability. The more you understand about language, how itis learned, and how it is processed, the more you understand yourself. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Music in General Culture | This course is designed for non-music major students to arouse interest in auditory art, primarily Western European classical music. It aims to foster appreciation of various types ofmusic and major artworks, thus broadening our aesthetic perspectives. Artistic works fromother music genres, such as folk, jazz, and popular music, to visual arts that are interrelated to the topic may also be considered. The course provides guidance for music appreciation by offering a comprehensive understanding of compositions and their diverse backgrounds. Based on general knowledge of the fundamental musical elements and background, as well as acknowledgment of influences among the arts created through cultural diversity,you can recognize artistic works that are both approachable and pleasurable. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Oral Communication | The course is within the context of improve students’ general communicative competence. It also focus on developing the presentations skills, debating and negotiating skills of the students. Many of the activities in the exploring topics and focus on language lessons, directly address these communicative aims. It will provide many opportunities during a lesson to maximize and extend the students’ functional use of English. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Understanding Korean Society | This course offers an introduction to the development of and current issues in South Korean society. South Korea has undergone incredible social change over the past 150 years. Primarily an agrarian and feudal society ruled by a monarch in the late nineteenth century, Korea rapidly transformed into a technologically and economically advanced democracy which has recently received attention as a cultural powerhouse. This course begins with theJoseon Dynasty period, and works its way through the Japanese colonial era, the emergence of the two Koreas, and then focuses on the transformation of South Korea from one of the poorest countries in the world to one of the most advanced. Although political and economic developments are noted, the focus will primarily be on how Korean society and culture have developed from its traditional roots throughout the twentieth century. Moreover, thisclass will challenge students to question how current social issues in Korea are the resultof the rapid changes of the past century and to think of solutions for those issues. | 3 | Download PDF |
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Social Science
Counseling
| Course Name | Description | Units | Download |
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| Culture and Counseling | Culture has become a major force in counseling, introducing new research and theory and, most significantly, new insights to help us understand individuals and relationships. Wewill engage in critical examination of some of the founding concepts of culture as well as contemporary events, using an intersectional approach to power and oppression. Cultural diversity will be addressed broadly, including but not limited to gender, race, ethnicity, immigration status, sexual identity, (dis)ability, religion, and trauma. While most of the conceptsare coming from United States, we will keep in mind how this experience compares aroundthe globe. | 3 | Download PDF |
Political Science and International Relations
| Course Name | Description | Units | Download |
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| Comparative Politics | This course is designed to explore the politics around the world based on a comparative perspective. Students will examine the similarities and differences across various countriesand learn about diverse approaches to analyzing the political world. Topics covered in this course include the state, democracy and authoritarianism, democratization, democratic types, elections and electoral systems, social cleavages and party systems, institutional veto players, and the outcomes of democratic institutions. This course aims to introduce students to some of the most significant political developments in the contemporary world and provide the latest explanations for these phenomena. Additionally, students will develop thecritical thinking skills necessary to evaluate these explanations. Through this course, students are expected to gain an understanding of current arguments regarding major politicaldevelopments globally and approach these issues with a critical perspective. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Political Questions, Design and Analysis | ***This syllabus on the system is temporary; Another syllabus will be distributed in the firsthour of the course. Thus, students are required to attend the first class. This course is recommended for students who are unsure of how to write a senior thesis,or who want to take their political science studies to the next level, or who are unsure of how to study political science, or who want to build an organized body of knowledge. The goal of this course is to prepare students to write academic papers at the undergraduate level. It aims to develop students’ ability to write analytical and scientific papers, recognize theircore components from existing papers, and build them logically while writing their own. The core components include an introduction with a research question, literature review, theory, hypothesis, research design, data and case analysis, and conclusion. Students will practice writing each of these elements. | 3 | Download PDF |
Software Convergence
Computer Engineering
| Course Name | Description | Units | Download |
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| Linear Algebra | To understand advanced engineering mathematics | 3 | Download PDF |
Mobile Systems Engineering
| Course Name | Description | Units | Download |
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| Advanced Mobile Lab 1 | Students can do project Lab. work for assisting mobile processor. Lab. work for getting friendly with Linux, git Course will provide presentation opportunity for their work. IMPORTANT NOTICE! This course is tightly coupled with mobile processor. Please take both courses; or drop them both. Specific schedule is subject to change. Evaluation is based upon your design & implementation. There are several implementation options, based upon the difficulty levels. Most class will be lab work for mobile processor, and taking questions. | 1 | Download PDF |
| Cloud Computing: Introduction and Application of AWS | Cloud computing is defacto standard in modern computing systems. This course will expand ideas of computing systems from networked/distributed systems to recent cloud computing systems. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Computer Architecture and Mobile Processors | Modern computers are composed of many interesting hardware components; including processor, memory, storage, input/output devices. This course introduces the design and organization of fundamental computer systems. Though the course focuses on hardware perspective, I believe that the fundamental understandings on this structure will be rich soil fordeveloping next generation mobile systems, in general. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Digital Logic Circuits | This class is for a comprehensive study of the basic principles and techniques of moderndigital systems. It teaches the fundamental principles of digital systems and covers thoroughly both traditional and modern methods of applying digital design and development techniques, including how to manage a systems-level project. The main contents are summarizedas follows: Binary numbers, Boolean algebra and logic gates, Gate-level minimization, Combinational logic, and Sequential logic. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Embedded System | In this class, in order to increase the usability of embedded systems, we learn about the basic structure and operation method of machine learning and how to develop, learn, and apply models, and then look at the structure for utilizing YOLO and a demo project utilizing it. , carry out an embedded system project using this. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Industrial Cooperative Project 1 (Capstone Design) | This course aims to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of various technologies and theories related to computer software development and product creation. The primary goal is for students to design, implement, and demonstrate large-scale software projects. Individual and team-based projects will be assigned, allowing students to develop practical skills in software engineering thinking and project management. Students will either independently identify a software development topic or select a specific topic from those suggested by the instructor. The chosen software will be designed andimplemented based on the principles and methodologies of Software Engineering. The outcomes will undergo performance analysis and be visually presented through reports and presentations. Students will define clear goals for the software they aim to develop and establish logical or mathematical reasoning to demonstrate the achievement of these goals. During this process, team discussions will be encouraged to analyze problems and explore solutions, while the implementation phase will foster collaboration and organizational management skills. Furthermore, the entire process, from software design and implementation to performance analysis and evaluation, will be systematically carried out in accordance with software design procedures. Through this experience, students will gain essential technical skills andpractical knowledge necessary for real-world software development. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Introduction to Information Security | Information security; basic concepts on basic security system, cryptography. | 3 | Download PDF |
| IoT Systems | This course focuses on the theories and practical aspects of designing and implementing IoT (Internet of Things) systems. Students will learn the basic concepts of embedded systems, hardware structures, interrupt handling, GPIO control, and various communication protocols, while applying these concepts through hands-on practice. Additionally, students will gain foundational knowledge in mobile and embedded IoT system development through Raspberry Pi environment setup and programming. Through team projects, students will have the opportunity to design and implement real-world IoT systems. The course aims to equip students with a balanced understanding of theoretical knowledge and practical experience, focusing on the complete pipeline of data collection, processing, and utilization in mobile and embedded systems. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Java Programming | Learn basic concepts of Java, programming syntax, and characteristics of object-orientedlanguages, and learn how to write and use Java applications. After learning the general syntax of the Java programming language, students will understand the concept of classes and objects, which are characteristic of object-oriented languages, and learn how to use them in Java. Learn about SWING, thread and multitasking, and network programming so that you can apply it to practical projects using Java. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Mobile System Programming | Programming in mobile systems is quite fun and challenging. With mobile devices, we cancarry computing environment with the wireless network connection. Thus, we can use computers with the network at any time, any places. You can play games, browse the web, or do business work at the arbitrary place. Utilizing the wireless network, you can point outyour location, your nearby information, your quickest way to the destination. At the same time, mobile devices have limited hardware resources you can carry; for example, CPU, ram have fixed-size, and the battery has limited capacity. Thus, we have to carefully optimize performance and energy-efficiency. In addition, mobile devices are more user-interactive. Because users always carry mobiledevices, it has to be more user-friendly than traditional computers. To support such interaction, the devices have diverse user-interactive hardware devices. Mobile programming needs to deal with all those issues and concerns. Fortunately, we have some pre-existing structure that supports mobile programming. Over the given hardware, and OS programming abstractions, we can build up a small application or service. This course will cover issues in mobile programming. We will focus on Android, rather than other OS, because you can build up the entire source from the scratch. Students will make an application or service that runs on their custom-built kernel, android. Some talks from Google I/O will be discussed in the course. | 3 | Download PDF |
Software
| Course Name | Description | Units | Download |
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| Computer Networks and Cloud Computing | In this course, you will learn the basic theories and technical contents of computer networks and the Internet. Details covered in this course include basic data communication theory, data communication technology, network technology, communication protocols, network tools, TCP/IP-based internetworking, and server-client structure. As a course is based English lecture, all textbooks and lecture materials are provided in English, and some lectures are conducted in English. Lecture materials, assignments, and regular exam schedules are posted in web system of DKU. | 3 | Download PDF |
| International Trade Policy | This course examines the policies that governments adopt toward international trade, policies that involve a number of different measures such as taxes, subsidies, import quotas, etc. This course provides a framework for understanding the effects of various trade policy instruments. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Computer Networks and Cloud Computing | 3 | Download PDF |
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Korean Language Courses
Korean Language Courses
| Course Name | Description | Units | Download |
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| Academic Korean Language for Foreigners | The purpose of this course is to improve Korean language skills and academic skills necessary for university math skills. International students will learn to read and understand texts in various fields of study, and to speak and write their own opinions. Through this course, students will improve their Korean languageskills and academic abilities by acquiring the communication skills and practical skills necessary for university studies. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Advance Korean Listening Comprehension | The Advance Korean Listening Comprehension aims to develop the advanced level of Korean language skills necessary to carry out successful studies in universities. To this end, they go beyond reading and understanding academic texts in Korean to establish their opinions and arguments through the process of analyzing and criticizing them, and based on this, they link them to practice that can be expressed in words and writing. It aims to cultivate advanced Korean laanguage skills for academic performance in universities through academic activities such as taking lectures, presentations, discussions, and writing reports. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Advance Korean Listening Comprehension | 3 | Download PDF | |
| Advanced Korean Reading | The goal of this course is to improve international students’ “academic Korean reading skills.” Learners must understand reading techniques. They read texts on various topics, including textbooks, general books, and academic papers. After reading, learners summarize and organize the content, then express their thoughts in Korean. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Advanced Korean Speaking | The course is designed for advanced learners of Korean at the undergraduate and graduate levels, aiming to facilitate effective communication in academic settings. It particularly focuses on enhancing formal speaking skills, such as discussion, presentation, interviews, and oral examinations. Students will develop the ability to present logical arguments on various topics and engage in in-depth conversations. The course includes diverse speaking exercises, such as real-life conversations, debates, interviews, and presentations, strengthening not only academic discourse skills but also language proficiency in social and cultural contexts. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Advanced Korean Writing | The Advanced Korean Writing course is designed to help learners who are studying Korean as a foreign language improve their ability to think and express themselves in Korean in writing. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Elementary Korean Conversation | This class improves upon the introductory skills learned in the prior level. It consists of improving Korean grammar, and deeper cultural exposure for students. The class is designed to improve skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing in an integrated format to increase fluency in daily conversation. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Elementary Korean Listening | This class improves upon the introductory skills learned in the prior level. It consists of improving Korean grammar, and deeper cultural exposure for students. The class is designed to improve skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing in an integrated format to increase fluency in daily conversation. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Elementary Korean Reading | This course is aimed to learning the Korean intermediate Listening, Speaking, reading and writing. This course to improve language skills will be conducted as follows: First, student will learn the vocabulary and grammar required for the Korean intermediate level. Second, will the presentations and discussions. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Elementary Korean Writing | This course is aimed to learning the Korean intermediate Listening, Speaking, reading and writing. This course to improve language skills will be conducted as follows: First, student will learn the vocabulary and grammar required for the Korean intermediate level. Second, will the presentations and discussions. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Introductory Korean Conversation 1 | This class is an introduction to Korean alphabets, grammar and culture for students, who have never learned Korean. The class is designed to improve integrated skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing and to gain basic fluency in daily conversation. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Introductory Korean Listening | This class is an introduction to Korean alphabets, grammar and culture for students, who have never learned Korean. The class is designed to improve integrated skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing and to gain basic fluency in daily conversation. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Introductory Korean Reading 1 | This course is aimed to learning the Korean intermediate Listening, Speaking, reading and writing. This course to improve language skills will be conducted as follows: First, student will learn the vocabulary and grammar required for the Korean intermediate level. Second, will the presentations and discussions. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Introductory Korean Writing 1 | This course is aimed to learning the Korean intermediate Listening, Speaking, reading and writing. This course to improve language skills will be conducted as follows: First, student will learn the vocabulary and grammar required for the Korean intermediate level. Second, will the presentations and discussions. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Korean Creative Writing Exercises for Foreigners | The purpose of Korean creative writing exercises for foreigners is to learn how to write reports and academic essays required by university classes, and how to express one’s thoughts in writing based on analytical, logical and creative thinking to have the ability to write Korean suitable for academic college life. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Korean Language 1-A | “Korean 1” is taught by integrating five subjects to improve Korean language skills necessary for adapting to Korean university life and academic performance. Students use Korean language textbooks to comprehensively improve their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills, develop Korean communication skills, and further improve basic academic performance skills. This course provides rich understanding and experience in Korean through lectures by instructors as well as various exercises and activities involving students. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Korean Language 1-B | “Korean 1” is taught by integrating five subjects to improve Korean language skills necessary for adapting to Korean university life and academic performance. Students use Korean language textbooks to comprehensively improve their speaking, listen ing, reading, and writing skills, develop Korean communicalion skills, and further improve basic academic performance skills. This course provides rich understanding and experience in Korean through lectures by instructors as well as various exercises and activities involving students. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Korean Language 1-C | “Korean 1” is taught by integrating five subjects to improve Korean language skills necessary for adapting to Korean university life and academic performance. Students use Korean language textbooks to comprehensively improve their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills, develop Korean communication skills, and further improve basic academic performance skills. This course provides rich understanding and experience in Korean through lectures by instructors as well as various exercises and activities involving students. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Korean Language 1-D | “Korean 1” is taught by integrating five subjects to improve Korean language skills necessary for adapting to Korean university life and academic performance. Students use Korean language textbooks to comprehensively improve their speaking, listen ing, reading, and writing skills, develop Korean communication skills, and further improve basic academic performance skills. This course provides rich understanding and experience in Korean through lectures by instructors as well as various exercises and activities involving students. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Korean Language 1-E | “Korean 1” is taught by integrating five subjects to improve Korean language skills necessary for adapting to Korean university life and academic performance. Students use Korean language textbooks to comprehensively improve their speaking, listen ing, reading, and writing skills, develop Korean communication skills, and further improve basic academic performance skills. This course provides rich understanding and experience in Korean through lectures by instructors as well as various exercises and activities involving students. | 3 | Download PDF |
| Presentation and Discussion in Korean for foreigners | Presentation and Discussion in Korean for foreigners aims to improve advanced Korean speaking skills by learning presentation and discussion methods to be carried out in university classes, preparing and practicing presentations and discussions with topics related t o humanities, social studies, science and poetry. | 3 | Download PDF |
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| GPA Requirement | GPA of 2.0 |
| Class Standing | Graduate, Sophomore, Junior, Senior |
| Language of Instruction | English |
| Language Prerequisite | None |
| Areas of Study | Business Administration, International Business Administration, International Trade, British and American Humanities, Law, Chemical Engineering, Convergence Systems Engineering, Polymer Science and Engineering, Mobile Systems Engineering, Liberal Arts, Intensive Korean Language |
| Health | Must be in good physical and mental health. |
| Level | Course | Contents |
| Introductory | Reading / Writing / Conversation / Listening | Aimed at students who have no knowledge of Korean or students who just know the Korean alphabet. |
| Elementary | Reading / Writing / Conversation / Listening | Intended for students who know the Korean alphabet and some basic Korean expressions. |
| Intermediate to Advanced | Reading / Writing / Conversation / Listening / Grammar / Vocabulary / Presentation | Tailored for students who have progressed beyond the beginner and elementary levels. |
Living in Dankook University
Housing
All Stanley Abroad students are guaranteed modern, double-occupancy housing in Dankook University’s on-campus dormitories. Each room includes a private bathroom, essential furnishings, and bedding, creating a comfortable and convenient space to call home. The dorms also offer shared study lounges, high-speed Wi-Fi, laundry rooms, and access to fitness facilities — all within walking distance of your classrooms. On-site security and support staff are available to ensure a safe and welcoming environment throughout your stay.
Site Support
From the moment you arrive in Korea, Stanley Abroad and Dankook’s international office are here to support you. You’ll participate in an on-site orientation that helps you adjust to your new environment, understand academic expectations, and get connected with resources. Dedicated advisors are available to assist with everything from course selection and health services to everyday logistics like getting a SIM card, setting up a bank account, or finding a nearby clinic.
We also guide you through Korea’s visa and Alien Registration Card (ARC) process, so you’re always legally prepared. Plus, through the Buddy Program, you’ll be matched with a Korean student who can help you navigate daily life and build authentic connections.
On-Campus Life
Beyond the classroom, Dankook offers a vibrant student community with endless ways to get involved. Join one of the many student clubs, ranging from cultural interest groups and performing arts to academic and volunteer organizations. Sports facilities are open for recreational use, and fitness classes are a fun way to stay active while meeting fellow students.
The campus regularly hosts cultural workshops, seasonal events, and language exchanges that allow you to engage with both Korean students and other international peers — making your study abroad experience as enriching socially as it is academically.
The Stanley Abroad Difference
Go beyond the classroom and into the heart of Korea.
At Stanley Abroad, cultural excursions aren’t just tours — they’re professionally guided, hands-on experiences designed to immerse you in Korea’s heritage, creativity, and global influence.
Students participate in exclusive K-pop dance workshops led by professional choreographers and backup dancers for world-renowned groups like BTS, Blackpink, Twice, and Seventeen. For those interested in martial arts, our Taekwondo sessions are taught by licensed masters, offering both physical training and cultural insight into Korea’s national sport.
You’ll also dive into Korea’s traditional crafts and cuisine through ceramic-making workshops with master potters in Icheon, a UNESCO-recognized ceramics city, and kimchi-making classes taught by acclaimed culinary artisans known for preserving Korea’s rich fermentation traditions.
In addition to these immersive activities, you’ll explore iconic sites such as Gyeongbokgung Palace, the DMZ, Busan’s coastlines, and K-drama hotspots — all thoughtfully selected to deepen your connection to Korean culture while creating unforgettable memories.
Excursions may vary by semester but are designed to deepen your cultural understanding and help you connect meaningfully with local life.
*All activities and excursions include: Ground transportation, admission fees, organized tours, lodging and breakfast on each day of the itinerary.
Signature Weekend Escapes by Stanley Abroad
Explore more. Expereince deeper. Only with Stanley Abroad’s Signature Tours.
At Stanley Abroad, our Signature Excursions take you farther — to Jeju’s volcanic coastlines, Busan’s seaside lights, and Korea’s most unforgettable hidden gems. These curated weekend getaways are more than just trips — they’re immersive journeys designed to deepen your cultural connection, spark adventure, and create memories that last long after the semester ends.
Explore more. Experience deeper. Only with Stanley Abroad.
Week 2: Welcome to Seoul: History, Heritage, and Culinary Delights
Activities:
- Gyeongbokgung Palace + Hanbok rental
- Bukchon Hanok Village & Insadong walk
- K-Food Tour
- Cheonggyecheon Stream night stroll
Extra Cultural Treat:
- Vocal training + studio recording + photocard souvenir
- Professional photo shoot in hanbok or idol outfit
Week 4: Incheon Uncovered: Streets, Shores & Stories
Activities:
- Explore Chinatown + Songwol-dong Fairy Tale Village
- Wolmido Island games & coastal views
- Optional: Visit Songdo Central Park or Tri-bowl
Extra Cultural Treat:
- K-beauty box & private consultation with beauty specialist
Week 6: K-Wave Dreams: K-Pop Beats & K-Beauty Treats
Activities:
- K-pop concert
- K-pop dance workshop (Real K-Pop or Hallyu Experience Center)
- K-beauty skincare & makeup workshop
Extra Cultural Treat:
- Vocal training + studio recording + photocard souvenir
- Professional photo shoot in hanbok or idol outfit
- K-beauty box & private consultation with beauty specialist
Week 8: Suwon Fortress + Kimchi + Hanbok + Pottery Day
Activities:
- Suwon Hwaseong Fortress (UNESCO) tour
- Try Korean archery at fortress walls
- Kimchi-making class with take-home jar
- Korean Folk Village visit + hanbok try-on
- Korean Pottery-making class
Extra Cultural Treat:
- Full folk village tour with lunch & cultural performance seating
Week 10: DMZ Discovery + Peace & Unity Day Tour
Activities:
- Visit Dora Observatory for a view into North Korea
- Walk through the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel used during the Korean War
- Tour Dorasan Station — the symbolic railway to a reunified future
- Explore the DMZ Exhibition Hall (interactive museum)
- Stop at Imjingak Peace Park for a stroll across the Freedom Bridge
- Visit the War Memorial of Korea (on return to Seoul)
- Try North Korean-style cold noodles (naengmyeon) at a local eatery
Extra Cultural Treat:
- Receive a DMZ Travel Certificate + commemorative pin
- Optional student photo essay challenge (post-tour activity)
Week 12: Chuncheon Escape: Lakeside Views & Cultural Stay
Activities:
- Dakgalbi lunch at Chuncheon food street
- Uiam Lake paddleboats or Soyang River Skywalk
- Temple Stay (Overnight at a Korean temple)
- Optional: Visit to Hwacheon Peace Dam and a Korean military base
Extra Cultural Treat:
- Small-group K-drama themed van tour + BTS-style photo spots
Midterm Break Signature Trip: Busan & Fukuoka Gateway (4D3N)
Activities:
- Explore Gamcheon Culture Village and Haeundae Beach in Busan
- Visit Haedong Yonggungsa Temple on the coast
- Ferry ride to Fukuoka, Japan + overnight stay
- Tour Ohori Park, Fukuoka Castle Ruins, and Canal City Mall
- Try local ramen, street snacks, and Japanese omiyage shopping
Extra Cultural Treat:
- Korean–Japanese fusion dinner + travel diary challenge across borders
End-of-Semester Signature Trip: Jeju Island Adventure (3D2N)
Activities:
- Hike Seongsan Ilchulbong Sunrise Peak or take coastal photos
- Explore Manjanggul Lava Tube and Hallasan foothills
- Try tangerine picking or Jeju-style soap-making
- Visit Jeju Folk Village + Black Pork BBQ night
- Stroll the scenic Aewol coastal café road
Extra Cultural Treat:
- Personalized “My Korea Journey” reflection kit + group bonfire by the beach
Tools to Help You Thrive — Before You Even Board the Plane
At Stanley Abroad, we don’t just drop you into a new country — we equip you with the knowledge, context, and confidence to make the most of your time in Korea. Whether you’re figuring out how to bow properly, what to wear to class, or how to ride the subway, we’ve got you covered with practical, student-friendly resources you can access before and during your stay.
Included in your onboarding package:
- Pre-departure Guide: What to pack, what to expect, and how to prepare mentally and logistically
- Korean Etiquette & Customs Handbook: Cultural do’s and don’ts to help you navigate daily interactions
- Language Survival Tips: Key phrases and expressions to get around, make friends, and show respect
- Transportation How-To: A quick guide to Korea’s public transport system, apps, and travel hacks
- Safety & Wellness Resource Sheet: Health tips, emergency contacts, and ways to take care of yourself abroad
- 24/7 Support Contact Sheet: Know who to call and when — no matter what comes up
These resources are built from real student experiences — and designed to help you hit the ground running.
Important Dates & Deadlines*
| Event | Spring 2026 | Fall 2026 |
| Program Application Deadline** | November 1 | June 1 |
| Scholarship Application Deadline | October 25 | May 25 |
| Deposit Deadline* | November 1 | June 1 |
| Balance of Fees Payment Deadline | December 1 | July 1 |
| Pre-Departure Orientation (Online) | January 17 | August 8 |
| Arrival and Dorm Move-in | February 23 - 24 | August 25 - 26 |
| Orientation | February 25 - 26 | August 27 - 28 |
| Classes Begin | March 3 | September 1 |
| Midterms | April 9 - 20 | October 9 - 20 |
| Midterm Excursion | April 25 - 27 | October 23 - 25 |
| Classes End | June 21 | December 22 |
| Final Exam | June 8 - 21 | December 8 - 22 |
| Dorm Move-out | June 30 | December 31 |
Notes:
*All dates are subject to change based on university calendars and other local factors. Stanley Abroad will notify students of any updates as early as possible.
**An $80 application fee is required. This fee is non-refundable.
Stanley Abroad Global Access Scholarships
Opening Doors to Korea — One Student at a Time
We believe studying abroad should be accessible to everyone. That’s why Stanley Abroad offers three levels of scholarship support to help make your journey to Korea possible — regardless of financial background.
Tier 1: Global Leader Award
$
5,000
Up to
For students who demonstrate exceptional leadership, community impact, or academic excellence.
Who it's for:
Student leaders with a strong commitment to global citizenship
Applicants with a GPA of 3.8 or higher
Priority for students in underrepresented majors or backgrounds
Tier 2: Access & Equity Grant
$
5,000
Up to
Designed to support students from traditionally underrepresented communities in study abroad programs.
Who it's for:
First-generation college students
Pell Grant recipients or demonstrated financial need
Students from diverse racial, cultural, or socioeconomic backgrounds
Tier 3: Travel Boost Stipend
$
2,000
Airfare or Travel Assistance
For students needing help covering upfront costs like flights, passport fees, or visa appointments.
Who it's for:
Any student accepted into a Stanley Abroad program
Simple 1-page application with budget overview
Awarded on a rolling basis
How to Apply
- Complete your Stanley Abroad program application
- Submit a short personal statement (300–500 words)
- Provide a resume or list of extracurriculars
- Include proof of financial need (if applying for Tier 2 or 3)
Application Deadline: Rolling basis — apply early for priority consideration.
What You Pay. What You Get. How We Help.
What to Expect When Studying (and Living) in South Korea
Your program fee covers more than just tuition — it ensures a fully supported experience from the day you apply to the day you return home. Studying abroad with Stanley Abroad means you’re backed by a team that handles the logistics, so you can focus on learning, exploring, and thriving in Korea.
What’s included in the program fee:
- Full-time tuition at Dankook University (up to 19 credits)
- On-campus housing in double-occupancy dormitories
- Korean language courses (optional but included)
- Course syllabi for U.S. credit pre-approval
- Pre-departure orientation and visa support
- On-site orientation and welcome activities
- Comprehensive ,edical insurance
- 24/7 local support and emergency assistance
- Buddy Program with local Korean students
- Access to student clubs, campus events, and facilities
- Top Tier cultural excursions and local activities
Note: Program fees do not include airfare, meals, personal expenses, visa application fees, or international insurance. These vary by student and are outlined in our Pre-Departure Guide.
Estimated Program Fee and Expenses
| Program Fee and Housing | Estimated Cost USD |
|---|---|
| Up to 15 Academic Credits | |
| Dormitory - Double Occupancy | |
| Top Tier Excursions and Cultural Immersion Activities | |
| Medical Insurance | |
| Total | $15,000.00 |
| Student's Out of Pocket Expenses | |
| Korean Visa Processing Fee | $90.00 |
| Round Trip Airfare | $2,000.00 |
| Travel Insurance | $2,000.00 |
| Meals and Daily Food Expenses | $1,200.00 |
| Textbooks and School Materials | $250.00 |
| Local Transportation (bus, subway, etc.) | $300.00 |
| Personal Expenses (SIM Card/Data Plan, entertainment, etc.) | $1,200.00 |
| Total | $7,040.00 |
Note:
*Program fee for a Semester is $15,000.00
**If a student wishes to take additional academic credits beyond 15, additional fees will apply based on the per-credit rate set by the host university.
***Out-of-pocket expenses are estimated and may vary depending on the student’s lifestyle and personal choices.
You’ll receive a detailed cost breakdown and budget planner once you start your application, and our team is available to help you explore financial aid or scholarship options from your home university.
Financial Aid
Good news — many students are able to use their existing financial aid, scholarships, or grants to help cover the cost of studying abroad with us. It’s usually a simple process! Just check in with your home university’s financial aid office to see what’s possible and what steps you need to take. If they need anything from us (like course info or program details), we’re happy to help you get what they need.
Passport and Korean Visa Information
Korea Visa & Passport Prep Checklist
All students traveling to South Korea must have a valid, signed passport from their country of citizenship. Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your planned return date.
If you don’t yet have a passport — or yours is close to expiring — apply or renew as soon as possible to avoid any delays in your visa processing.
- Check that your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your return date.
- Sign your passport.
- If applying for the first time or renewing, submit your application as early as possible.
U.S. Citizens: Visit https://travel.state.gov for application details.
- Wait for your official acceptance letter from Dankook University.
- Receive visa instructions from Stanley Abroad.
- Prepare the required documents (varies by consulate, may include):
- Completed visa application form
- Original passport + extra ID photo
- Admission letter from Dankook University
- Proof of financial support (bank statements or scholarship letter)
- Submit your D-2 visa application to the Korean Consulate in your region.
- Do NOT make travel plans while your passport is being processed.
- Pay all visa fees and shipping costs.
- K-ETA is required for short-term (under 90-day) programs – apply online before travel.
- Korean heritage students may have unique visa requirements – contact Stanley Abroad for help.
- Non-U.S. citizens must check requirements with both Korean and home country consulates.
Keep both digital and printed copies of all important documents while traveling!
Upcoming Semesters
Spring 2026
Start Fresh This Spring
Cherry blossoms, new friends, and unforgettable courses — lock in your spot early.
Fall 2026
Fall Into Korea
Crisp weather, campus festivals, and cultural discovery — your Korea adventure starts here.
YEAR 2026
Go All In — Academic Year
Two semesters. One incredible experience. Dive deep into Korea with year-long study abroad.
Student Voices
Hear What It’s Really Like to Study at Dankook University
Get a glimpse into daily life at Dankook University through the eyes of students who’ve experienced it firsthand. From academics and cultural excursions to campus friendships and personal growth, these reflections come straight from past Stanley Abroad participants who studied at Dankook — and left with stories to last a lifetime.
Whether you’re excited, curious, or a little unsure, these real student voices offer an honest look at what it’s like to live and learn at Dankook University.
Emily R.
“Dankook gave me the perfect mix of challenge and adventure. I loved taking classes in international business while joining weekend trips to places like Busan and the DMZ. It was an unforgettable semester.”
UC Santa Cruz
Marcus H.
“Being part of the Global Village program was such a unique experience — I taught English to Korean students, improved my own Korean, and made some of my closest friends.”
Boston College
Jasmine T.
“I was nervous before arriving, but the dorms were great, the support team was super helpful, and Korea quickly started to feel like a second home.”
Boston College
FAQs on Dankook University
Who can apply to Study Korea Program at Dankook University?
You must be a full-time student currently enrolled at a university and have completed at least one semester at your home institution. A minimum GPA of 2.0 , good physical and mental health are required. Exchange students must be nominated by their home university, while Study Korea applicants may apply directly.
How do I apply to Dankook University through Stanley Abroad?
- Submit your application and supporting documents to Stanley Abroad.
- Stanley Abroad will assist you with coordinating with your home university, and process your application with Dankook University on behalf of you.
What documents are required for the application?
- Passport copy
- Academic transcripts
- Study plan
- Certificate of enrollment
- ID photo
- Bank statement
- Signed pledge form
You will need to upload those documents to the student portal after submitting your online application. Additional documents may be requested.
What courses can I take as a Study Korea student?
- A wide range of courses in English are available at Jukjeon Campus (e.g., Business, Law, Engineering, Humanities).
- Courses in Korean are open to students with at least TOPIK Level 3.
- You may register for up to 19 credits per semester, including intensive Korean language courses.
Can I take courses outside my major or year level?
Yes. The Study Korea students can enroll in courses from any department and year, provided they meet prerequisites (if any) and seats are available. We recommend reviewing course syllabi and discussing transferability with your home institution.
How do I find the course list or syllabi?
Course lists for each semester are released about one month before the term begins. Use the downloadable PDF course lists HERE. Stanley Abroad is happy to assist you on this.
