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Regional culture in Korea

The course discusses questions of regional diversity in Korean culture. It examines specific features of major regional centers which have played an important role in the cultural history of Korea

Based on a discussion of how essential features of regional cultural history were shaped in different historical periods, the course focuses on the legacy of particular cultural features in contemporary Korea. An important question of the discussion will be the interaction between national and regional cultural politics in the Republic of Korea. Language of instruction is English.

  • Course structure

    The course accounts for and discusses important cultural aspects in various regions of Korea in regards to their historical development and present modifications.

    Teaching format

    Instruction is given in the form of seminars and lectures. Please note that the course starts October 1st, 2024 for fall semester. The schedule is avalible in TimeEdit.

    Course details and resources

    Course details, planning and literature can be found in the learning platform Athena.

    Please note that only registered students have access to resources, like PDF documents, in Athena. 

    Assessment

    The course is examined on the basis of a written exam at the end of the course.

    Examiner

    Sonja Häussler

  • Schedule

    The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course. We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course, your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course.

  • Course literature

    Note that the course literature can be changed up to two months before the start of the course.

  • Course reports

  • Contact

    Do you have questions about the courses in Korean Language and Culture?

    Student Councelor:
    exp.asien@su.se

    Director of Studies:
    Johan Fresk

     

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