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KORE2026

Topics in Korean culture and society

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Period:

Assessment:

6

1st semester

100% coursework

Prerequisite:

KORE1021. Introduction to Korean Studies

Co-requisite:

Nil

Description

Korean Studies Electives


This is a topical course that adopts multi-disciplinary perspectives to examine significant and complex issues in Korea during the 20-21st centuries. Topics include symbolic sites, activities and objects with discussion revolving around their significance and their meanings to Korea’s evolving identity, depending on students’ interest and the expertise of the instructor. Questions about the mobilization of tradition in contemporary Korea underpin this course.

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