Pack your bags — and your Korean! Korean: Language for Travel is a practical A1 course that helps you speak with confidence on holiday or work trips. Over two consecutive Saturdays (10:30–13:00 UK time) via Zoom, you’ll practice the phrases that matter through role-plays, guided conversations and real travel scenarios. 

You’ll leave with a “survival Korean” toolkit: high-frequency vocabulary, clearer pronunciation, and easy strategies to keep talking even when you can’t remember the exact word. 

Why study Korean at IH London? 

Korean is a rewarding language for travel, culture and international communication — and you can start using practical phrases quickly.

At International House London, you’ll learn with expert teachers and dynamic, interactive lessons that help you build real communication skills naturally, with plenty of guided speaking practice from day one. 

What’s included in your course? 

• Lesson summaries, notes and learning resources 

• Additional self-study materials 

• Ongoing support from experienced teachers 

• Access to exclusive IH London student workshops and events 

This course is ideal for learners who want practical Korean for travel, including: 

• students who have studied very little Korean but want to use it more confidently 

• beginners who want a focused “holiday Korean” boost 

• learners who can recognise a few basic words/phrases but hesitate when speaking 

• anyone travelling to South Korea who wants useful language for real situations 

If you’re unsure about your level, we can help you choose the best option.

By the end of this course, you will be able to: 

Communicate confidently in common travel situations 

You’ll practice Korean for real-life travel scenarios, such as: 

• greetings, introductions and polite social language 

• checking in/out at hotels and handling common requests 

• ordering in cafés/restaurants (preferences, problems, paying) 

• asking for and understanding directions and transport information 

• shopping and making simple enquiries (prices, sizes, tickets, times) 

• dealing with unexpected situations (lost items, delays, health/pharmacy basics) 

Speak more clearly and naturally 

You’ll also build speaking confidence through: 

• key survival phrases and high-frequency vocabulary 

• strategies to keep going when you don’t know the exact word (rephrasing, clarification, “buying time”) 

• pronunciation support for clearer, more intelligible Korean 

• mini role-plays and speaking tasks to help you respond quickly and naturally 

Build cultural confidence in Korea 

Alongside the language, you’ll build confidence for real interactions through: 

• essential politeness and everyday etiquette 

• typical service interactions (shops, cafés, transport) and common set phrases 

• practical tips for travelling in South Korea 

Course materials: All course materials are shared via SharePoint. You will receive the access link in your welcome email, which is sent 24 hours before the course starts.

Do I need previous knowledge of Korean? 
Some basic Korean is helpful, but the course is designed to support learners who want practical travel language and lots of guided speaking practice. 

When is the course and how long is each class? 
The course runs on two consecutive Saturdays, 10:30–13:00 (UK time), via Zoom. 

Is this course face-to-face or online? 
This is a live online course taught on Zoom. 

What level is the course? 
This course is best for beginners and near-beginners who want practical Korean for travel. If you’re unsure, we can advise you on the best option. 

Will there be lots of speaking practice? 
Yes. The course is highly practical and includes guided speaking tasks, role-plays and realistic travel scenarios to help you build confidence quickly. 

Will we learn Hangeul (the Korean alphabet)? 
We’ll also use Romanisation (Latin script) at the start to support speaking and confidence, then build more familiarity with Hangeul step by step. 

Do I need to memorise lots of vocabulary? 
No — we focus on high-frequency travel language and useful phrases you can use immediately. You’ll get clear practice and optional self-study materials to review between classes. 

Do I need to install anything to join the course? 
You’ll need access to Zoom (app or browser). We’ll send joining details before the course starts. 

What do I need for the online lessons? 
A stable internet connection, and a device with a microphone and camera (headphones recommended). You may also want a notebook for quick notes. 

What if I miss a Saturday? 
Because this is a short course, it’s best to attend both sessions. If you miss a class, we’ll share key materials via SharePoint, but we can’t replicate the live speaking practice. 

Can I continue studying after this course? 
Yes! Your teacher can recommend the best next step, such as a general Korean course or a level-based programme at IH London. 

How will I receive the course materials? 
All course materials are shared via SharePoint, with access provided in your welcome email 24 hours before the course starts. 

Is there a coursebook? 
No fixed coursebook is required — your teacher will provide targeted materials and resources for the course. 

What do you need for an online class?

To get the most from this course you will need:

• A reliable internet connection
• A desktop computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone
• A web camera on or attached to the device you are using
• An integrated microphone in the device you are using or an attached headset

• Recognise and use the Korean alphabet (Hangeul).
• Use basic greetings appropriately.
• Introduce yourself in an informal setting.
• Introduce yourself in a formal setting.
• Describe people’s occupations, and ask and answer related questions.
• Use and understand Korean vowels (모음).
• Use and understand Korean consonants (자음).
• Talk about nationalities (국적).
• Talk about occupations (직업).
• Apply basic pronunciation rules.
• Use the topic particle N 은/는.
• Form present tense sentences with N은/는 N이에요/예요.
• Use formal speech forms such as N입니까? (question) and N입니다. (statement).
• Use the subject particle N이/가, and its negation form N이/가 아닙니다.
• Demonstrate an understanding of general etiquettes in Korea.

What do you need for an online class?

To get the most from this course you will need:

• A reliable internet connection
• A desktop computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone
• A web camera on or attached to the device you are using
• An integrated microphone in the device you are using or an attached headset

• Recognise and use the Korean alphabet (Hangeul).
• Use basic greetings appropriately.
• Introduce yourself in an informal setting.
• Introduce yourself in a formal setting.
• Describe people’s occupations, and ask and answer related questions.
• Use and understand Korean vowels (모음).
• Use and understand Korean consonants (자음).
• Talk about nationalities (국적).
• Talk about occupations (직업).
• Apply basic pronunciation rules.
• Use the topic particle N 은/는.
• Form present tense sentences with N은/는 N이에요/예요.
• Use formal speech forms such as N입니까? (question) and N입니다. (statement).
• Use the subject particle N이/가, and its negation form N이/가 아닙니다.
• Demonstrate an understanding of general etiquettes in Korea.

What do you need for an online class?

To get the most from this course you will need:

• A reliable internet connection
• A desktop computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone
• A web camera on or attached to the device you are using
• An integrated microphone in the device you are using or an attached headset

• Recognise and use the Korean alphabet (Hangeul).
• Use basic greetings appropriately.
• Introduce yourself in an informal setting.
• Introduce yourself in a formal setting.
• Describe people’s occupations, and ask and answer related questions.
• Use and understand Korean vowels (모음).
• Use and understand Korean consonants (자음).
• Talk about nationalities (국적).
• Talk about occupations (직업).
• Apply basic pronunciation rules.
• Use the topic particle N 은/는.
• Form present tense sentences with N은/는 N이에요/예요.
• Use formal speech forms such as N입니까? (question) and N입니다. (statement).
• Use the subject particle N이/가, and its negation form N이/가 아닙니다.
• Demonstrate an understanding of general etiquettes in Korea.