Outline

Overview

This unit is a comprehensive beginners course which will lay the foundation for acquiring oral, aural, reading and writing skills in Korean. Students will acquire oral communication skills based on the given grammar points and topics. Various communicative approaches will be employed for the class activities. Students are required to give group presentations during the semester. On the basis of grammar introduced, the reading and writing of short texts will be done in each week.

Unit details and rules

Academic unit	Korean Studies
Credit points	6
Prerequisites ?	None
Corequisites ?	None
Prohibitions ?	KRNS1101 or KRNS1301 or KRNS1631
Assumed knowledge ?	None
Available to study abroad and exchange students	Yes

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Seryun Lee, seryun.lee@sydney.edu.au
Tutor(s)	Clara Kim, clara.kim@sydney.edu.au
	Eun Yoo, eun.yoo@sydney.edu.au
	Sun An, sun.an@sydney.edu.au

Assessment

The census date for this unit availability is 31 March 2026

Details
Criteria

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length	Use of AI
Written exam	Written exam 2,000 words Written exam	30%	Formal exam period	2 hours	AI prohibited
Outcomes assessed:
In-class quiz	Oral test & vocabulary quizzes Oral test & vocabulary quizzes	20%	Multiple weeks	4x125wd (500 words)	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
Portfolio or journal	Weekly assignments Weekly assignments	20%	Multiple weeks	10x50wd (500 words)	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
Contribution	Attendance & participation Attendance & participation	10%	Ongoing	N/A	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
Presentation	Group presentation 5 mins (1,500 words) Group presentation including submitted component	20%	Week 13	5 mins (1,500 words)	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
= group assignment ?

Early feedback task

This unit includes an early feedback task, designed to give you feedback prior to the census date for this unit. Details are provided in the Canvas site and your result will be recorded in your Marks page. It is important that you actively engage with this task so that the University can support you to be successful in this unit.

Assessment summary

Final exam (30%)

Students must attend the final exam during the exam period. This assessment tests students’ comprehensive understanding of the Korean language.

Weekly assignments (20%)

Students must complete the assigned workbook sections and additional tasks, then upload their work to Canvas.

In-class quizzes (20%)

1. Oral test (Reading aloud): students must read aloud a text provided by the tutor during an allocated assessment session. This quiz tests students’ ability to read and pronounce Korean accurately.

2. Vocabulary quizzes: students must complete online quizzes. They test students’ understanding of vocabulary learned in class.

Group presentation (20%)

Students must attend a group presentation with their tutor during Week 13’s tutorial. This assessment tests students’ communication skills in Korean.

Participation (10%)

Students are expected to attend all lectures and tutorials throughout the semester. Active participation in class activities will be evaluated.

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a High distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a Distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name	Mark range	Description
High distinction	85 - 100
Distinction	75 - 84
Credit	65 - 74
Pass	50 - 64
Fail	0 - 49	When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see guide to grades.

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI)

You can use generative AI tools for open assessments. Restrictions on AI use apply to secure, supervised assessments used to confirm if students have met specific learning outcomes.

Refer to the assessment table above to see if AI is allowed, for assessments in this unit and check Canvas for full instructions on assessment tasks and AI use.

If you use AI, you must always acknowledge it. Misusing AI may lead to a breach of the Academic Integrity Policy.

Visit the Current Students website for more information on AI in assessments, including details on how to acknowledge its use.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

This unit has an exception to the standard University policy or supplementary information has been provided by the unit coordinator. This information is displayed below:

Late submissions In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when an assignment is submitted after the due date: Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date. In addition to that, as this unit is an intensive unit which runs for three weeks, An assignment submitted more than three days late will be marked 0.

Academic integrity

The University expects students to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

Our website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. This includes advice on how to avoid common breaches of academic integrity. Ensure that you have completed the Academic Honesty Education Module (AHEM) which is mandatory for all commencing coursework students

Penalties for serious breaches can significantly impact your studies and your career after graduation. It is important that you speak with your unit coordinator if you need help with completing assessments.

Visit the Current Students website for more information on AI in assessments, including details on how to acknowledge its use.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Support for students

The Support for Students Policy reflects the University’s commitment to supporting students in their academic journey and making the University safe for students. It is important that you read and understand this policy so that you are familiar with the range of support services available to you and understand how to engage with them.

The University uses email as its primary source of communication with students who need support under the Support for Students Policy. Make sure you check your University email regularly and respond to any communications received from the University.

Learning resources and detailed information about weekly assessment and learning activities can be accessed via Canvas. It is essential that you visit your unit of study Canvas site to ensure you are up to date with all of your tasks.

If you are having difficulties completing your studies, or are feeling unsure about your progress, we are here to help. You can access the support services offered by the University at any time:

Support and Services (including health and wellbeing services, financial support and learning support)
Course planning and administration
Meet with an Academic Adviser

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Week 01	Introduction & Hangul	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 01	Introduction & Hangul	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 02	Hangul (continued)	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 02	Hangul (continued)	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 03	Lesson 1 Greetings	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 03	Lesson 1 Greetings	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 04	Lesson 2 Korean Language Class	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 04	Lesson 2 Korean Language Class	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 05	Review	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 05	Review	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 06	Lesson 3 The University Campus	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 06	Lesson 3 The University Campus	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 07	Lesson 4 At Home	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 07	Lesson 4 At Home	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 08	Review	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 08	Review	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 09	Lesson 5 At the Bookstore	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 09	Lesson 5 At the Bookstore	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 10	Lesson 6 My Day	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 10	Lesson 6 My Day	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 11	Lesson 7 The Weekend	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 11	Lesson 7 The Weekend	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 12	Review	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 12	Review	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 13	Integrated Review & Assessment	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 13	Integrated Review & Assessment	Tutorial (2 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

Lecture recording: Most lectures will be recorded and may be made available to students on Canvas. However, you should not rely on lecture recording to substitute your classroom learning experience.
Preparation: Students should commit to spend approximately three hours’ preparation time (reading, studying, homework, essays, etc.) for every hour of scheduled instruction.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

Textbook: Cho, Y. M. et al., Integrated Korean: Beginning 1, University of Hawaii Press, 2018 (third edition)
Textbook: Park, Mee-Jeong et al., Integrated Korean Workbook: Beginning 1, University of Hawaii Press, 2018 (third edition)

The books can be purchased from Gleebooks Links to an external site., which is located on the glebe Point road.

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

Outcomes
Graduate qualities

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. learn basic communicative skills within the following topics/themes: (1) Greetings, (2) University campus, (3) Korean language class, (4) At home, (5) At a bookstore, (6) My daily routine, (7) Weekend plans, and (8) In Seoul
LO2. read and write short passages and narratives on these topics/themes.
LO3. learn Korean culture relevant to these topics/themes of lessons.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

Responding to student feedback

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

Flexible learning

Disclaimer

Important: the University of Sydney regularly reviews units of study and reserves the right to change the units of study available annually. To stay up to date on available study options, including unit of study details and availability, refer to the relevant handbook.

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Current students

Overview

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Early feedback task

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI)

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Support for students

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Disclaimer

On this page

Useful links

KRNS1621: Korean 1

Semester 1, 2026 [Normal day] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

Overview

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Early feedback task

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI)

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Support for students

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Disclaimer

On this page

Useful links