Q1. Is it possible for me to enroll my foreign child into a Korean School? 1
It is possible; however, the school your child will attend is designated by district, not by choice. Please check your current address and consult with the closest school. A child’s attendance at the school may be rejected by the school due to a child’s learning ability.
You can get more information from Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education.
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Q2. What fees apply to a foreign student who attends a Korean public school or private school? 1
Currently, both Korean elementary and junior high schools are a part of mandatory education for Korean and foreign citizens. The Korean government covers all school fees for all Korean and foreign citizens in public elementary and junior high schools . However, it is different regarding to a private school`s tuition and fee. Please consult and check about it with our experienced INTRUFRIEND consultants.
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Q3. What are the qualifications required to teach English in Korea at the primary or secondary level? 1
Foreign teachers who wish to teach English in Korean primary and secondary schools usually come through the English Program in Korea(EPIK).
The basic requirement is to hold at least a bachelor`s degree and be a citizen of one of the six major English-speaking countries, Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America. In addition, your possession of a teacher`s certificate, TESOL certificate, work experience, master`s degree, etc. will allow you to apply for a higher-level position.
If you are thinking of teaching at a private language institute, not a school, you should basically possess a bachelor`s degree or higher and an E2 visa (status: Teaching Foreign Languages). Available teaching positions must be found individually through job-search boards and resources.
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Q4. Where can I find a full list of Korean universities and colleges accredited by the Ministry of Education? 1
Please refer to the National Institute of International Education Development at http://www.studyinkorea.go.kr, where you can search for universities by region
and by alphabetical order. Please consult and check about it with our experienced INTRUFRIEND consultants.
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Q5. Are foreign students studying in Korea allowed to have part-time jobs during their study? 1
Foreign students who have completed at least 6 months(1 semester) of study in a Korean university and who are recommended by a university professor
are permitted to work part-time in Korea, within the limit of 20 hours per week during academic semesters. There is no limitation on working hours during vacation.