Beginners Korean Face-to-Face Courses

Korean Language for Travel

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  • Who is this Course for
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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 at IH London, 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, 10:00–13:00, at IH London. 

Is this course face-to-face or online? 

This is a face-to-face course taught at our school in London. 

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. 

What should I bring to class? 

Just a notebook and something to write with. Your teacher will provide materials, and digital resources are shared via SharePoint. 

Where will the class take place? 

Classes take place at IH London – 16 Stukeley Street, London WC2B 5LQ. You’ll receive full details in your welcome email. 

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 in-class 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. 

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Korean Level 1 | Evenings

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  • Course Content

Korean Level 1 is a Beginners Korean course for students who have never studied the Korean language before. 

Our Korean language classes take place at our school in Covent Garden with a qualified, experienced teacher and fellow students. Our language classes at IH London are dynamic and interactive as the emphasis is on spoken communication, which is achieved through lots of group work and role-plays. At the same time, there is systematic work on grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation, so that you can improve on all aspects of the language. Your teacher speaks in the target language throughout, so that you can refine your comprehension and listening skills. 

This language course includes:
  • Korean language study tips
By the end of your course, you should be able to:
  • 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).
  • 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).
Mandatory Coursebook 
Seoul National University Korean Book 1A, Korean alphabet – Unit 1 
ISBN-978-8953949447
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Korean Level 1 | Fridays

  • Course Details
  • Course Content

Korean Level 1 is a Beginners Korean course for students who have never studied the Korean language before. 

Our Korean language classes take place at our school in Covent Garden with a qualified, experienced teacher and fellow students. Our language classes at IH London are dynamic and interactive as the emphasis is on spoken communication, which is achieved through lots of group work and role-plays. At the same time, there is systematic work on grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation, so that you can improve on all aspects of the language. Your teacher speaks in the target language throughout, so that you can refine your comprehension and listening skills. 

This language course includes:
  • Korean language study tips
By the end of your course, you should be able to:
  • 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).
  • 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).
Mandatory Coursebook 
Seoul National University Korean Book 1A, Korean alphabet – Unit 1 
ISBN-978-8953949447
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Korean Level 1 | Sundays

  • Course Details
  • Course Content

Korean Level 1 is a Beginners Korean course for students who have never studied the Korean language before. 

Our Korean language classes take place at our school in Covent Garden with a qualified, experienced teacher and fellow students. Our language classes at IH London are dynamic and interactive as the emphasis is on spoken communication, which is achieved through lots of group work and role-plays. At the same time, there is systematic work on grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation, so that you can improve on all aspects of the language. Your teacher speaks in the target language throughout, so that you can refine your comprehension and listening skills. 

This language course includes:
  • Korean language study tips
By the end of your course, you should be able to:
  • 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).
  • 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).
Mandatory Coursebook 
Seoul National University Korean Book 1A, Korean alphabet – Unit 1 
ISBN-978-8953949447
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Korean Taster Lessons | Beginners

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Why not try out a sample beginners Korean lesson before signing up to a full course? These one-off sessions are aimed at students who have never studied the Korean language before. 

Our Korean language classes take place at our school in Covent Garden with a qualified, experienced teacher and fellow students. Weekend language classes at IH London are dynamic and interactive as the emphasis is on spoken communication, which is achieved through lots of group work and role-plays. At the same time, there is systematic work on grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation, so that you can improve on all aspects of the language. Your teacher speaks in the target language throughout, so that you can refine your comprehension and listening skills.

 

Sample Lesson Plan

 

  • Greeting people
  • Introducing yourself and someone else
  • Asking and giving personal details (name, nationalities, profession, age, phone number, date of birth)
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