The life of international students in Korea
Students who intend to study abroad or are preparing to study abroad in Korea must be curious and curious to know an overview of Korea as well as the life of
a Vietnamese international student in Korea. how? The following article SP GLOBAL EDUCATION would like to summarize some basic information to help you
understand a bit about Korean study life!
1. Schools, dormitories
The campus is large and beautiful
All Vietnamese international students in Korea describe their university with two adjectives: wide and beautiful, some of you even liken the school to “paradise on earth”,
can mention some schools such as: Kyung Hee, Seoul, Yonsei, Sejong. Modern and advanced infrastructure creates the best conditions for students to research and study.
Most schools have large campuses, fully equipped classrooms, libraries, stadiums, cafeterias… and beautiful scenery to help students study better.
Usually universities in Korea have dormitories for students, convenient for living and studying. Staying in a dormitory will help you save a lot of money compared to renting outside.
Dormitory room includes full facilities, clean and beautiful, private toilet; In addition, there is a common room and a shared kitchen. Two or three students are in the same room and
come from different countries, the main language of communication is Korean or English.
2. Living in Korea
Living life in Korea is quite high, the price is quite expensive, but in return, the facilities and services are very good. Transportation is convenient, the main means of transportation
for Koreans is bus or subway. For Vietnamese students who have never experienced taking the subway, it will take a few days to get used to it. Buses in Korea are very clean and safe,
and there is no jostling or loss of belongings like in Vietnam. You can easily travel because on each sign there are detailed instructions on the route.
The cost for a semester in the Dormitory is about 200 – 250 USD (including accommodation and meals) depending on the season and cost of living in each city. If you rent a house outside,
it will cost more, and travel and living conditions are also much more difficult than staying in a dormitory.
The cost of eating in Korea is also relatively expensive, the price of a popular meal is about 2-5 USD. Because the price of a meal is so high and the dish is not to the taste of many
Vietnamese students, you often go to the market to cook by yourself, which will both taste and save money.
3. Studying and taking exams
Studying in Korea is very interested, students and students always have to be highly focused. If you do not take the exam, you will not pass the test and have to pay the cost of re-studying.
Each school will have different exam regimes and timetables. Most classes start at 9am and end at 6pm. There are usually two main periods each year, alternating between winter and summer vacations. Korean schools are very strict in assessing attendance so you need to attend school fully and on time.
Most Korean universities teach in Korean, so you need to have a Korean background before coming to Korea. If you are not confident, you can take a Korean language course in Korea before starting your major.
4. Part-time job
Because the cost of living in Korea is quite high, it is essential to work overtime for international students. After studying in Korea for 6 months, you will be allowed to work part-time from 20:00 to 28h/week during study time and all day during vacation. When you first go there, you should not rush to get a part-time job right away, gradually adapt to the new life and Korean language, and when you are fluent in the language, applying for a part-time job will become much easier. Depending on the job and capacity of each person, the income from the part-time job will vary. You can do jobs such as: serving in restaurants, working in garment factories, helping desks, receptionists… and if your Korean or English is good, you can work as an interpreter. , interpret or teach Vietnamese to native speakers. On average, a month of overtime you can earn from 800 – 1200 USD/month depending on your industry and capacity. Therefore, in addition to the guaranteed time for studying, you can find a part-time job for yourself, experience life and have enough money to cover living expenses.
Hope the above information will help you who are planning to study in Korea.
To be able to prepare well, please call the consulting department of 🌹 SP GLOBAL EDUCATION 🌹 to receive dedicated advice.
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