Lexis Korea Korean Language Program

Build real Korean skills while living and studying in Korea

The Lexis Korea Korean Language Program gives international students a flexible way to improve their Korean in Seoul or Busan. Courses are available from complete beginner to advanced level, with weekly entry, structured classes, practical communication practice and cultural activities that bring the language to life.

Choose the right Korean course

Intensive Korean is the full-time option for students who want the fastest progress. Classes run Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 15:30. Morning lessons develop speaking, listening, reading, writing, vocabulary and grammar, while afternoon sessions focus on practical skills. Friday afternoons include an option class or cultural activity.

Standard Korean is ideal for students who want strong daily language study with more free time. Classes run Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 12:15 and follow the same core morning curriculum as Intensive Korean. Standard students can also join the Friday option class or activity at no additional tuition cost.

TOPIK Preparation is designed for students working toward university admission, employment or another goal that requires an official Korean proficiency score. Classes run Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 15:30 and combine language development with exam strategies, vocabulary and grammar review, past papers, mock tests and teacher feedback. We recommend 10 to 12 weeks for students aiming for meaningful exam progress.

Flexible weekly entry

Intensive Korean, Standard Korean and TOPIK Preparation allow students to begin on any Monday and study for the number of weeks that suits their goals. This makes the program suitable for a short study holiday, a gap year, university preparation or long-term Korean development.

Language levels and academic support

Students complete an online placement test before arrival and join the best class for their ability. The pathway progresses from Foundation through Beginner, Elementary, Pre-Intermediate, Intermediate, Upper-Intermediate and Advanced, broadly covering CEFR A1 to C1/C2 and TOPIK levels 1 to 6.

The MAP Study Plan adds an academic-manager interview, a first-week review and regular one-to-one counselling. This support helps students set realistic goals, use their independent study time well and stay on track throughout the course.

Campus options

Students can study at Gangnam or Hongdae in Seoul, or in central Busan. Gangnam offers the largest-campus experience and immediate access to one of Seoul's best-known shopping and entertainment districts. Hongdae is ideal for students who enjoy music, art, cafés and youth culture. Busan combines a smaller class environment with a relaxed coastal lifestyle and a central location near Seomyeon and Jeonpo.

Intensive Korean and TOPIK tuition

For one to nine weeks, tuition is KRW 375,000 per week. For 10 to 19 weeks, tuition is KRW 365,000 per week. For 20 to 29 weeks, tuition is KRW 355,000 per week. For 30 weeks or longer, tuition is KRW 345,000 per week.

Standard Korean tuition

For one to nine weeks, tuition is KRW 295,000 per week. For 10 to 19 weeks, tuition is KRW 285,000 per week. For 20 to 29 weeks, tuition is KRW 275,000 per week. For 30 weeks or longer, tuition is KRW 265,000 per week.

Evening, weekend and private Korean

Evening Korean runs Monday to Thursday from 19:30 to 21:00 and costs KRW 480,000 for four weeks. Weekend Korean runs on Saturdays from 09:00 to 12:15 and costs KRW 290,000 for four weeks. One-to-one lessons cost KRW 75,000 per hour for one to ten hours or KRW 70,000 per hour for bookings of 11 hours or more.

Accommodation and arrival support

Asia Pathway can arrange homestay, student residence, mini-studio or serviced-apartment accommodation. Weekly rates begin at KRW 189,000 in Seoul and KRW 161,000 in Busan for a standard mini-studio. Homestay starts at KRW 294,000 per week with breakfast or KRW 378,000 with breakfast and dinner. A KRW 200,000 accommodation placement fee applies.

Airport transfer can also be arranged. One-way transfer costs KRW 130,000 between Incheon Airport and Seoul, KRW 480,000 between Incheon Airport and Busan, or KRW 90,000 between Gimhae Airport and Busan. The regular course registration fee is KRW 200,000.

Who this program is for

We recommend Intensive Korean for students who want rapid progress, Standard Korean for students balancing study with travel or remote work, and TOPIK Preparation for university, employment or examination goals. Evening, Weekend and private lessons are excellent choices for students already living, studying or working in Korea.

Apply with Asia Pathway

Asia Pathway will help you choose the right course, campus and study length, arrange accommodation and arrival services, and prepare your Lexis Korea application. Contact us to start planning your Korean-language program in Seoul or Busan.