Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Korean in Southampton and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using mobile applications, you have a few principal possibilities for learning Korean interactively in Southampton. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, research centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are better priced.) Your second option can be local private language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. 4th and last, you can look for a private Korean tutor in Southampton. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Southampton and online Korean tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Korean and how much should Korean tutors ask?
For university and college courses you can estimate Korean course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of fifty or so course hours each semester. Language schools and individual Korean tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Korean tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 21 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, ratings and specialization. Real student rating average for Korean lessons on Preply is 4.96 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Korean do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and exams, so research each program in advance. With personal Korean tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Korean so difficult and are there ways to learn it in a better way?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Korean. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Korean fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand many phrases, have simple conversations, socialize in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Korean. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Korean tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to master Korean?
Some people seem to have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Korean will take at least 600 hours of dedication. The amount of time can differ by a lot depending on your already acquired level of Korean or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is best to use the language as often as possible: watch news and movies, try typing using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Korean out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Korean classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Korean tutor?
In colleges and universities, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, always! The largest selection of tested Korean tutors with extensive profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges typically offer classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools make available shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can take as few as one lesson a year, as many as several a day - and as many (or as few) as you want during any time of day, on weekdays and/or weekends.