Overview

Within the flow of globalization, currently the relationship between Korea and Japan are becoming closer so the aim is to nurture outstanding talents who can carry out the duties related to Japan that are needed by the society.

Various Experiences

Department of Japanese Culture at Sogang University let the students to have highest ability to use Japanese language and build up good knowledge about Japanese society and culture. Also through on-site experiences, let the students to have knowledge on issues of politics, economics, society and more, which Japan is facing today. Furthermore, possess balanced view and global mindset who understand Japan within Asia and the world.

Specialization of Education

Department of Japanese Culture aims objective study on Japanese Culture. The complex relationship of the past and future between Korea, Japan and China cannot be properly comprehended without consideration of Asian perspectives. Primarily, the existing study on Japan has been made up individually and independently in each specializations and studies. Department of Japanese Culture seek comprehensive study on Japan based on interdisciplinary approach.

Programme Structure

Areas of Specialization:

Modern Literature

Law

Japanese History

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-04 00:00:00 , International

Language

Partially taught in English, Partially taught in Korean

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

130 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Seoul, South Korea

Disciplines

Linguistics Asian studies View 3 other Bachelors in Linguistics in South Korea

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

International applicants whose parents hold foreign nationality

The educational courses that applicants have completed in Korea or overseas must meet standard academic requirements as per the relevant education laws and regulations of the applicant’s country

Score of level 3 or above in the Test of Proficiency in Korean (TOPIK)

English proficiency certificates : TOEFL, IELTS, TEPS (official English proficiency tests)

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

5376000 KRW / year

≈ 5376000 KRW / year

Living costs

Seoul

South Korea

1853935 - 1761654 KRW / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Various Experiences

Specialization of Education

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Living costs

Seoul

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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