Elementary Korean Face-to-Face Courses

Gentle Korean Level 2 | Afternoons

  • Course Overview
  • Who is this Course for
  • Course Content
  • FAQs

Gentle Korean Level 2 takes you into everyday situations. You’ll learn to name the things around you, from stationery to daily essentials, and ask for what you want in a shop. 

You’ll also meet Korean verbs for the first time, using the standard polite ending -아요/어요 to talk about what you’re doing. Along the way you’ll learn how to say what there is and isn’t, and how to link nouns together. 

With longer afternoon sessions, there’s plenty of time for role plays, so asking for something in a Korean shop soon feels natural. 

Course format 

Schedule  Weekday afternoons, 14:15–16:00 
Duration  8 weeks (8 sessions of 1 hour 45 minutes, 14 hours in total) 
Delivery  Face-to-face 
Location  IH London, Covent Garden 
Level  Beginner 
Coursebook  Seoul University Korean 1A Student’s Book, English version (ISBN 9788953949447), Unit 2 and Unit 3 (first part) 

Why choose Gentle Korean? 

  • The same content as our regular Level 2, with two extra hours of class time 
  • Longer afternoon sessions, so there’s time to practise, ask questions and review 
  • A relaxed, supportive group where you can build confidence speaking 
  • Qualified, experienced teachers at a trusted school in the heart of Covent Garden 
  • A clear path onwards to Level 3 

This course is for learners who have completed our Korean Level 1 (in any format), or who have equivalent knowledge, including reading Hangeul and introducing yourself. 

It’s a good fit for 

  • Learners who have finished Level 1 and want to continue at a calmer pace 
  • People who found their first course quick and would like more time to consolidate 
  • Anyone with free weekday afternoons who prefers a relaxed, supportive class 

This course may be especially useful if you want to 

  • Ask for things in shops with confidence 
  • Talk about everyday activities using Korean verbs 
  • Keep building your reading of Hangeul 
  • Set yourself up well for Level 3 

How does this compare to our other Korean courses? 

Gentle Korean and our regular courses cover exactly the same content and lead to the same outcomes. Gentle courses simply give you more time: eight sessions of 1 hour 45 minutes (14 hours) rather than 12 hours. 

The content below is a rough guide. Your teacher will choose the most useful material and adapt the pace to suit the group, so there’s always time to consolidate before moving on. 

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to 

  • Name everyday items and ask what things are 
  • Say what there is and isn’t 
  • Ask for items in a shop 
  • Link two or more things together 
  • Talk about what you’re doing now, using polite verb endings 

Language you’ll learn along the way 

Grammar  N이/가 있어요/없어요 (there is / there isn’t); 이거는/그거는/저거는 N이에요/예요 (this / that / that over there is); N 주세요 (please give me); 하고 and 과/와 (and); the standard polite ending V-아요/어요; the object particle 을/를 
Vocabulary and themes  School supplies; daily goods; everyday verbs 
Culture and context  General etiquette in Korea 

What your Korean will sound like 

연필 있어요? 네, 있어요. 

Yeonpil isseoyo? Ne, isseoyo. 

Do you have a pencil? Yes, I do. 

이거는 뭐예요? 이거는 공책이에요. 

Igeoneun mwoyeyo? Igeoneun gongchaegieyo. 

What’s this? It’s a notebook. 

물하고 우유 주세요. 

Mulhago uyu juseyo. 

Water and milk, please. 

지금 책을 읽어요. 

Jigeum chaegeul ilgeoyo. 

I’m reading a book now. 

Self-study 

We recommend around an hour of self-study a week. Short, regular Hangeul reading practice makes a big difference at this stage, and your teacher will suggest exercises to consolidate what you’ve learnt. 

What’s next? 

After this course you can continue to Korean Level 3, in the Gentle format or any of our other Korean courses.

I learned some Korean on my own. Is Level 2 right for me? 

If you can read Hangeul and introduce yourself, Level 2 may suit you. Our free online placement test will give you a good indication, and you’re welcome to contact us for advice. 

Do I need to buy a coursebook? 

The course uses Seoul University Korean 1A (English version, ISBN 9788953949447), which covers our first Korean levels, so you’ll keep using it as you progress.  

How is Gentle Korean different from your regular Level 2? 

The content and outcomes are the same. Gentle courses run for 14 hours over eight 1 hour 45 minute afternoon sessions, rather than 12 hours, so there’s more time for practice and review. 

Will the course follow the book exactly? 

Mostly, but not page by page. Your teacher will focus on the most useful content and may add other materials, adapting the pace to suit the group. 

Why does the teacher speak Korean in class? 

Hearing Korean throughout the lesson is one of the most effective ways to build your listening and comprehension. Your teacher will always make sure you understand, using gesture, visuals and carefully chosen language. 

Will I be speaking in class? 

Yes. Speaking is at the heart of every session, in a supportive and encouraging group where making mistakes is part of learning. 

What happens after this course? 

After this course you can continue to Korean Level 3, in the Gentle format or any of our other Korean courses.

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Korean Level 2 | Evenings

  • Course Details
  • Course Content

Korean Level 2 is an Elementary course designed for students who have already completed a Beginners course or have a basic foundation in Korean, and can recognise and use the Korean alphabet (Hangeul). It is recommended that you have previously studied Korean Level 1 or a course of at least 12 class hours.

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:

  • Access to our online platform to download lesson summaries, notes and resources
  • Support and advice from Korean language teachers
  • Korean language study tips

By the end of your course, you should be able to:

– Talk about the names of common items and objects.
– Request and purchase items in a shop politely.
– Describe what you and others are currently doing.
– Use vocabulary related to school supplies (학용품).
– Identify and use terms for daily goods (일상 생활용품).
– Use a range of active verbs (동사 1) to describe actions.
– Express existence or non-existence using N이/가 있어요 / 없어요 (“there is/are,” “there isn’t/aren’t”).
– Identify and describe objects using 이거는 / 그거는 / 저거는 N이에요 / 예요 (“this/that/that over there is N”).
– Make polite requests using N 주세요 (“please give me N”).
– Connect nouns using the conjunctive particles N하고 N, N과/와 (“and”).
– Use the standard polite verb ending V-아요/어요 appropriately.
– Mark objects correctly using the object particle N을/를.
– Understand and demonstrate knowledge of general etiquette in Korea (2), including polite expressions and behavior in everyday interactions.

Recommended Coursebook
Seoul National University Korean Book 1A, Korean alphabet
ISBN-978-8953949447

For this course we will use unit 2 and 3 (Part 1) in the coursebook. Please note we might not cover all activities during the course.

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Korean Level 2 | Sundays

  • Course Details
  • Course Content

Korean Level 2 is an Elementary course designed for students who have already completed a Beginners course or have a basic foundation in Korean, and can recognise and use the Korean alphabet (Hangeul). It is recommended that you have previously studied Korean Level 1 or a course of at least 12 class hours.

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:

  • Access to our online platform to download lesson summaries, notes and resources
  • Support and advice from Korean language teachers
  • Korean language study tips

By the end of your course, you should be able to:

– Talk about the names of common items and objects.
– Request and purchase items in a shop politely.
– Describe what you and others are currently doing.
– Use vocabulary related to school supplies (학용품).
– Identify and use terms for daily goods (일상 생활용품).
– Use a range of active verbs (동사 1) to describe actions.
– Express existence or non-existence using N이/가 있어요 / 없어요 (“there is/are,” “there isn’t/aren’t”).
– Identify and describe objects using 이거는 / 그거는 / 저거는 N이에요 / 예요 (“this/that/that over there is N”).
– Make polite requests using N 주세요 (“please give me N”).
– Connect nouns using the conjunctive particles N하고 N, N과/와 (“and”).
– Use the standard polite verb ending V-아요/어요 appropriately.
– Mark objects correctly using the object particle N을/를.
– Understand and demonstrate knowledge of general etiquette in Korea (2), including polite expressions and behavior in everyday interactions.

Recommended Coursebook
Seoul National University Korean Book 1A, Korean alphabet
ISBN-978-8953949447

For this course we will use unit 2 and 3 (Part 1) in the coursebook. Please note we might not cover all activities during the course.

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Gentle Korean Level 3 | Afternoons

  • Course Overview
  • Who is this Course for
  • Course Content
  • FAQs

Gentle Korean Level 3 helps you talk about the places in your life. You’ll learn to name places around town, say where you’re going and where things are, and describe what you do there. 

You’ll also learn simple negatives, and location words such as in front of, behind and next to. On the culture side you’ll discover Korea’s famous ‘bang’ culture, from PC bang to noraebang, and the traditional Seoul neighbourhood of Insa-dong. 

The Gentle format gives you extra time to practise, so talking about where you are and where you’re going soon becomes second nature. 

Course format 

Schedule  Weekday afternoons, 14:15–16:00 
Duration  8 weeks (8 sessions of 1 hour 45 minutes, 14 hours in total) 
Delivery  Face-to-face 
Location  IH London, Covent Garden 
Level  Elementary 
Coursebook  Seoul University Korean 1A Student’s Book, English version (ISBN 9788953949447), Unit 3 (second part) and Unit 4 

Why choose Gentle Korean? 

  • The same content as our regular Level 3, with two extra hours of class time 
  • Longer afternoon sessions, so there’s time to practise, ask questions and review 
  • A relaxed, supportive group where you can build confidence speaking 
  • Qualified, experienced teachers at a trusted school in the heart of Covent Garden 
  • A clear path onwards to Level 4 

This course is for learners who have completed our Korean Level 2 (in any format), or who have equivalent knowledge, including polite verb endings and asking for things in shops. 

It’s a good fit for 

  • Learners who have finished Level 2 and want to keep going at a calmer pace 
  • Returning learners who want to rebuild confidence before moving on 
  • Anyone planning a trip to Korea who wants practical Korean for getting around 

This course may be especially useful if you want to 

  • Say where you’re going and where things are 
  • Describe what you do in different places 
  • Discover more about everyday life and culture in Korea 
  • Set yourself up well for Level 4 

How does this compare to our other Korean courses? 

Gentle Korean and our regular courses cover exactly the same content and lead to the same outcomes. Gentle courses simply give you more time: eight sessions of 1 hour 45 minutes (14 hours) rather than 12 hours.

The content below is a rough guide. Your teacher will choose the most useful material and adapt the pace to suit the group, so there’s always time to consolidate before moving on. 

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to 

  • Name everyday items and places around town 
  • Ask and answer questions about where you’re going 
  • Ask and answer questions about where people and things are 
  • Describe where things are using in front of, behind and next to 
  • Say what you do in different places 
  • Say what you don’t do 

Language you’ll learn along the way 

Grammar  여기가 N이에요/예요 (this place is); N에 있어요/없어요 (is / isn’t at); N에 가요/와요 (go to / come to); the locative particle 에서; negation with 안; location words 앞, 뒤 and 옆 
Vocabulary and themes  Places around town; location words 
Culture and context  Korea’s ‘bang’ culture, such as PC bang, jjimjilbang and noraebang; Insa-dong in Seoul 

What your Korean will sound like 

여기가 인사동이에요. 

Yeogiga Insadongieyo. 

This is Insa-dong. 

어디에 가요? 도서관에 가요. 

Eodie gayo? Doseogwane gayo. 

Where are you going? I’m going to the library. 

카페에서 커피를 마셔요. 

Kapeeseo keopireul masyeoyo. 

I drink coffee at a café. 

가방이 의자 옆에 있어요. 

Gabangi uija yeope isseoyo. 

The bag is next to the chair. 

오늘은 학교에 안 가요. 

Oneureun hakgyoe an gayo. 

I’m not going to school today. 

Self-study 

We recommend around an hour of self-study a week. Short, regular Hangeul reading practice makes a big difference at this stage, and your teacher will suggest exercises to consolidate what you’ve learnt. 

What’s next? 

After this course you can continue to Korean Level 4, in the Gentle format or any of our other Korean courses. 

I’ve studied some Korean elsewhere. Is Level 3 right for me? 

If you can already use polite verb endings, ask for things in a shop and use the object particle 을/를, Level 3 may suit you. Our free online placement test will give you a good indication, and you’re welcome to contact us for advice. 

Do I need to buy a coursebook? 

The course uses Seoul University Korean 1A (English version, ISBN 9788953949447), which covers our first Korean levels, so you’ll keep using it as you progress.  

How is Gentle Korean different from your regular Level 3? 

The content and outcomes are the same. Gentle courses run for 14 hours over eight 1 hour 45 minute afternoon sessions, rather than 12 hours, so there’s more time for practice and review. 

Will the course follow the book exactly? 

Mostly, but not page by page. Your teacher will focus on the most useful content and may add other materials, adapting the pace to suit the group. 

Why does the teacher speak Korean in class? 

Hearing Korean throughout the lesson is one of the most effective ways to build your listening and comprehension. Your teacher will always make sure you understand, using gesture, visuals and carefully chosen language. 

Will I be speaking in class? 

Yes. Speaking is at the heart of every session, in a supportive and encouraging group where making mistakes is part of learning. 

What happens after this course? 

After this course you can continue to Korean Level 4, in the Gentle format or any of our other Korean courses. 

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Korean Level 3 | Evenings

  • Course Details
  • Course Content

Korean Level 3 is an Elementary course designed for students who have already studied some Korean or have foundation in Korean, and can recognise and confidently use the Korean alphabet (Hangeul). It is recommended that you have previously studied Korean Level 2 or a course of at least 24 class hours.

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:

  • Access to our online platform to download lesson summaries, notes and resources
  • Support and advice from Korean language teachers
  • Korean language study tips

By the end of your course, you should be able to:

– Talk about the names of common places and locations
– Ask and answer questions about destinations and locations
– Describe where people or objects are using appropriate location expressions
– Say where you are going to or coming from
– Use the locative particle N에 and N에서 correctly
– Use negation with 안 V to express negative statements
– Identify and describe places using 여기가 N이에요/예요 (“This place is N”)
– Express existence or location using N에 있어요/없어요 (“is/are at N”)
– Say “go to” or “come to” a place using N에 가요/와요
– Use location words such as 앞, 뒤, 옆 (“in front of,” “behind,” “beside”)
– Use vocabulary related to 장소 (places) and 위치 (locations)
– Understand and discuss aspects of Korean culture related to everyday places, such as PC방, 찜질방, and 노래방
– Talk about 인사동 (Insa-dong) and its cultural significance

Recommended Coursebook
Seoul National University Korean Book 1A, Korean alphabet
ISBN-978-8953949447

For this course we will use unit 3 (Part 2) and 4 in the coursebook. Please note we might not cover all activities during the course.

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Korean Level 3 | Sundays

  • Course Details
  • Course Content

Korean Level 3 is an Elementary course designed for students who have already studied some Korean or have foundation in Korean, and can recognise and confidently use the Korean alphabet (Hangeul). It is recommended that you have previously studied Korean Level 2 or a course of at least 24 class hours.

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:

  • Access to our online platform to download lesson summaries, notes and resources
  • Support and advice from Korean language teachers
  • Korean language study tips

By the end of your course, you should be able to:

– Talk about the names of common places and locations
– Ask and answer questions about destinations and locations
– Describe where people or objects are using appropriate location expressions
– Say where you are going to or coming from
– Use the locative particle N에 and N에서 correctly
– Use negation with 안 V to express negative statements
– Identify and describe places using 여기가 N이에요/예요 (“This place is N”)
– Express existence or location using N에 있어요/없어요 (“is/are at N”)
– Say “go to” or “come to” a place using N에 가요/와요
– Use location words such as 앞, 뒤, 옆 (“in front of,” “behind,” “beside”)
– Use vocabulary related to 장소 (places) and 위치 (locations)
– Understand and discuss aspects of Korean culture related to everyday places, such as PC방, 찜질방, and 노래방
– Talk about 인사동 (Insa-dong) and its cultural significance

Recommended Coursebook
Seoul National University Korean Book 1A, Korean alphabet
ISBN-978-8953949447

For this course we will use unit 3 (Part 2) and 4 in the coursebook. Please note we might not cover all activities during the course.

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Korean Level 4 | Evenings

  • Course Details
  • Course Content

Korean Level 4 is an Elementary course designed for students who have already studied some Korean or have foundation in Korean, and can recognise and confidently use the Korean alphabet (Hangeul). It is recommended that you have previously studied Korean Level 3 or a course of at least 36 class hours.

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:

  • Access to our online platform to download lesson summaries, notes and resources
  • Support and advice from Korean language teachers
  • Korean language study tips

By the end of your course, you should be able to:

  • Talk about dates and days of the week
  • Describe past experiences using the past tense
  • Order food and make polite requests in a restaurant
  • Talk about prices, quantities, time, and age using numbers and counting units
  • Describe sequences of actions using V-고
  • Use N에 to talk about time and place
  • Use polite commands with V-(으)세요
  • Use vocabulary related to food, money, and daily life
  • Understand basic cultural aspects of Korean food and traditional holidays (명절)

Recommended Coursebook

Seoul National University Korean Book 1A, Korean alphabet ISBN-978-8953949447

For this course we will use unit 5 and 6 (Part 1) in the coursebook. Please note we might not cover all activities during the course.

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Korean Level 4 | Sundays

  • Course Details
  • Course Content

Korean Level 4 is an Elementary course designed for students who have already studied some Korean or have foundation in Korean, and can recognise and confidently use the Korean alphabet (Hangeul). It is recommended that you have previously studied Korean Level 3 or a course of at least 36 class hours.

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:

  • Access to our online platform to download lesson summaries, notes and resources
  • Support and advice from Korean language teachers
  • Korean language study tips

By the end of your course, you should be able to:

  • Talk about dates and days of the week
  • Describe past experiences using the past tense
  • Order food and make polite requests in a restaurant
  • Talk about prices, quantities, time, and age using numbers and counting units
  • Describe sequences of actions using V-고
  • Use N에 to talk about time and place
  • Use polite commands with V-(으)세요
  • Use vocabulary related to food, money, and daily life
  • Understand basic cultural aspects of Korean food and traditional holidays (명절)

Recommended Coursebook

Seoul National University Korean Book 1A, Korean alphabet ISBN-978-8953949447

For this course we will use unit 5 and 6 (Part 1) in the coursebook. Please note we might not cover all activities during the course.

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Korean Level 5 | Evenings

  • Course Details
  • Course Content

Korean Level 5 is an Elementary course designed for students who have already studied some Korean or have foundation in Korean, and can recognise and confidently use the Korean alphabet (Hangeul). It is recommended that you have previously studied Korean Level 3 or a course of at least 48 class hours.

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:

  • Access to our online platform to download lesson summaries, notes and resources
  • Support and advice from Korean language teachers
  • Korean language study tips

By the end of your course, you should be able to:

  • Ask about and understand prices
  • Talk about the weather and seasons
  • Describe the weather in your hometown and give a short presentation
  • Use adjectives and stative verbs to describe conditions
  • Use N이/가 with adjectives correctly
  • Express contrast using A/V-지만
  • Use polite formal speech with A/V-습니다/ㅂ니다
  • Use linking forms such as A/V-고
  • Understand basic cultural aspects of Korean food, including kimchi and seasonal dishes

Recommended Coursebook

Seoul National University Korean Book 1A, Korean alphabet ISBN-978-8953949447

 

For this course we will use unit 6 (Part 2) and 7 in the coursebook. Please note we might not cover all activities during the course.

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Korean Level 5 | Sundays

  • Course Details
  • Course Content

Korean Level 5 is an Elementary course designed for students who have already studied some Korean or have foundation in Korean, and can recognise and confidently use the Korean alphabet (Hangeul). It is recommended that you have previously studied Korean Level 3 or a course of at least 48 class hours.

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:

  • Access to our online platform to download lesson summaries, notes and resources
  • Support and advice from Korean language teachers
  • Korean language study tips

By the end of your course, you should be able to:

  • Ask about and understand prices
  • Talk about the weather and seasons
  • Describe the weather in your hometown and give a short presentation
  • Use adjectives and stative verbs to describe conditions
  • Use N이/가 with adjectives correctly
  • Express contrast using A/V-지만
  • Use polite formal speech with A/V-습니다/ㅂ니다
  • Use linking forms such as A/V-고
  • Understand basic cultural aspects of Korean food, including kimchi and seasonal dishes

Recommended Coursebook

Seoul National University Korean Book 1A, Korean alphabet ISBN-978-8953949447

 

For this course we will use unit 6 (Part 2) and 7 in the coursebook. Please note we might not cover all activities during the course.

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Korean Level 6 | Evenings

  • Course Details
  • Course Content

Korean Level 6 is an Elementary Korean course for students who are already in the process of learning Korean. Korean Level 6 requires that you have previously studied Korean Level 5 or a course of at least 60 class hours.  

Our Korean language classes take place at our school in Covent Garden with a qualified, experienced teacher and fellow students. Evening 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: 

  • Access to our online platform to download lesson summaries, notes and resources 
  • Support and advice from Korean language teachers 
  • Korean language study tips 

By the end of your course, you should be able to:  

  • Make suggestions, express feelings, and introduce friends in everyday conversations.  
  • Talk about leisure activities, family relationships, and personal interests.  
  • Use polite and respectful language when communicating with others.  
  • Use grammar such as V-(으)까요? to make suggestions, ㄷ irregular verbs, demonstratives (이/그/저 + N), and A/V-네요 to express reactions and impressions.  
  • Use possessive structures (N의 N) and expressions such as N을 잘하다 / 잘 못하다 / 못하다 to describe abilities and skills.  
  • Build vocabulary related to leisure activities, family, numbers, relationships, and honorific language.  
  • Develop communication skills for introducing people, sharing feelings, and making plans.  
  • Gain cultural knowledge about ways of meeting a romantic partner in Korean society (이성 친구를 만나는 방법). 

Recommended Coursebook 

Seoul National University Korean Book 1A and Book 1B, Korean alphabet ISBN-978-8953949447 

For this course we will use Unit 8 from Book 1A and Unit 9 (Part 1) from Book 1B. Please note we might not cover all activities during the course. 

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Korean Level 6 | Sundays

  • Course Details
  • Course Content

Korean Level 6 is an Elementary Korean course for students who are already in the process of learning Korean. Korean Level 6 requires that you have previously studied Korean Level 5 or a course of at least 60 class hours.  

Our Korean language classes take place at our school in Covent Garden with a qualified, experienced teacher and fellow students. Evening 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: 

  • Access to our online platform to download lesson summaries, notes and resources 
  • Support and advice from Korean language teachers 
  • Korean language study tips 

 

By the end of your course, you should be able to:  

  • Make suggestions, express feelings, and introduce friends in everyday conversations.  
  • Talk about leisure activities, family relationships, and personal interests.  
  • Use polite and respectful language when communicating with others.  
  • Use grammar such as V-(으)까요? to make suggestions, ㄷ irregular verbs, demonstratives (이/그/저 + N), and A/V-네요 to express reactions and impressions.  
  • Use possessive structures (N의 N) and expressions such as N을 잘하다 / 잘 못하다 / 못하다 to describe abilities and skills.  
  • Build vocabulary related to leisure activities, family, numbers, relationships, and honorific language.  
  • Develop communication skills for introducing people, sharing feelings, and making plans.  
  • Gain cultural knowledge about ways of meeting a romantic partner in Korean society (이성 친구를 만나는 방법). 

Recommended Coursebook 

Seoul National University Korean Book 1A and Book 1B, Korean alphabet ISBN-978-8953949447 

For this course we will use Unit 8 from Book 1A and Unit 9 (Part 1) from Book 1B. Please note we might not cover all activities during the course. 

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Korean Level 7 | Evenings

  • Course Details
  • Course Content

Korean Level 7 is an Elementary Korean course for students who are already in the process of learning Korean. Korean Level 7 requires that you have previously studied Korean Level 6 or a course of at least 72 class hours. 

Our Korean language classes take place at our school in Covent Garden with a qualified, experienced teacher and fellow students. Evening 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:

 

  • Access to our online platform to download lesson summaries, notes and resources
  • Support and advice from Korean language teachers
  • Korean language study tips
Coursebook – SNU Korean Book 1B, Unit 9 (Part 2) + Unit 10
 
Communicative aims
Vocabulary
Grammar
– A/V-(으)시-
Sociocultural aspects
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Korean Level 7 | Sundays

  • Course Details
  • Course Content

Korean Level 7 is an Elementary Korean course for students who are already in the process of learning Korean. Korean Level 7 requires that you have previously studied Korean Level 6 or a course of at least 72 class hours.  

Our Korean language classes take place at our school in Covent Garden with a qualified, experienced teacher and fellow students. Sunday 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:  

  • Access to our online platform to download lesson summaries, notes and resources 
  • Support and advice from Korean language teachers 
  • Korean language study tips 
Coursebook – SNU Korean Book 1B, Unit 9 (Part 2) + Unit 10
 
Communicative aims
Vocabulary
Grammar
– A/V-(으)시-
Sociocultural aspects
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Korean Level 8 | Evenings

  • Course Details
  • Course Content

Korean Level 8 is an Elementary Korean course for students who are already in the process of learning Korean. Korean Level 8 requires that you have previously studied Korean Level 7 or a course of at least 84 class hours. 

Our Korean language classes take place at our school in Covent Garden with a qualified, experienced teacher and fellow students. Evening 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:

 

  • Access to our online platform to download lesson summaries, notes and resources
  • Support and advice from Korean language teachers
  • Korean language study tips

 

Coursebook – SNU Korean Book 1B, Unit 11 + Unit 12 (Part 1)
Communicative aims
Vocabulary
Grammar
Sociocultural aspects
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Korean Level 8 | Sundays

  • Course Details
  • Course Content

Korean Level 8 is an Elementary Korean course for students who are already in the process of learning Korean. Korean Level 8 requires that you have previously studied Korean Level 7 or a course of at least 84 class hours. 

Our Korean language classes take place at our school in Covent Garden with a qualified, experienced teacher and fellow students. Evening 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:

  • Access to our online platform to download lesson summaries, notes and resources
  • Support and advice from Korean language teachers
  • Korean language study tips
Coursebook – SNU Korean Book 1B, Unit 11 + Unit 12 (Part 1)
Communicative aims
Vocabulary
Grammar
Sociocultural aspects
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