Goals

1. [Knowledge] To acquire specialized theories and knowledge of the Korean language and literature

2. [Virtue] To cultivate the character and virtue of a social being

3. [Expertise] To shape professionals who can contribute to improving the life of the Korean language

About the Major

The Department of Korean Language and Literature educates democratic citizens with a knowledge of Korean language and literature. A democratic society is one in which cultured individuals, shaped by knowledge and experiences, cooperate to promote both individual and societal development. Members of such a society contribute to the welfare of all by applying their knowledge and skills. In response to the changing world around us, the department offers a curriculum that helps students understand the structure and function of the Korean language and appreciate the characteristics of Korean literature.

The department aims to produce teachers and scholars who will engage in the education and research of Korean language and literature. The positive development of a society is greatly influenced by the level of education among its citizens. This department has therefore established teacher certification and graduate programs to produce excellent teachers and researchers in response to the demands of the modern world.

The faculty of the Department of Korean Language and Literature works to achieve a proper understanding and awareness of Korean language and literature while also embracing new theories and methodologies from Western literature to produce universal yet unique creative education and research. To respond to the rapidly changing world, the faculty is continuously exploring new curricula and teaching strategies.

Students in the department are encouraged to participate in various clubs and organizations which foster entertainment, creativity, training, and research while, at the same time, engaging in relationships based on pure friendship to leisure activities and academic pursuits. Clubs like "Kyung Ji Young Ji" (Korean Classics Reading Group), "Research Association for Classical Literature," "Thought and Writing," "Korean Language Research Association," "The Sweat of the People in Korean Literature," "Modern Literature Association," and "Stage Writing" frequently engage in creative and academic activities. Regular events like the "Korean Literature People's Night," "Academic Research Presentation," and "Academic Field Trip" are cooperative efforts of these organizations.

The curriculum of the department is divided into Korean linguistics and Korean literature, with the latter further divided into classical and modern literature. Undergraduate students must complete the required courses in these three areas, with the option to delve deeper into a specific area through elective courses. Graduate students select a specific area of interest under the guidance of their advisor for extensive and in-depth research.