PostgraduateMA

Korean Studies and Intensive Language

Name: Korean Studies and Intensive Language
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SOAS University of London

Camden, England

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2 yearsDuration

£25,320Per Year (Intl)

£28,000Avg. Graduate Salary

N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The MA Korean Studies and Intensive Language at SOAS University of London is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about bridging cultural boundaries. Based in Camden, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time and part-time structure. This two-year programme (or four years part-time) will provide students with the opportunity to combine Masters’ level training with intensive Korean language study in order to acquire the skills necessary for future professional or research careers. The programme will enable students to engage with the subjects of their Masters’ programme in the context of Korea through Korean, to engage with primary Korean sources and data and to conduct research and professional work in Korea. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £24,500 within three years, and a 96% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Korean Language Proficiency Advanced

Classical and Modern Korean Literature

Korean History and Society

Research Methods in Korean Studies

Korean Media and Cultural Studies

Korean Business and Professional Communication

Contemporary Korean Politics and Economics

Independent Research Project Korea

Academic Year:2026-27 entry

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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement

2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

Test	Overall	L	R	W	S
IELTS Academic	6.5	6	6	6	6

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£25,320

per year

Total Course Cost (2 years)£50,640

Home Student Fee

£12,965

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Per year for full-time students over 2-year programme

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — SOAS University of London

Time After Graduation	Lower Quartile Salary	Median Salary	Upper Quartile Salary
15 months	£26,000	£28,000	£31,000
3 years	£18,500	£24,000	£30,500
5 years	£22,000	£29,000	£36,000

Official Data

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💼 Employment Breakdown

80%Working

5%Work & Study

15%Seeking Work

70%Professional Jobs

Official Data

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