Summer Korean Language & Culture
Program
~ SILLA WAVE 2015 ~
July 26 (Sun.) – August 8 (Sat.)
Silla University, Busan, South Korea
“Surf the Korean Wave with Silla!”
Silla University
Contents
Welcome to Silla University, welcome to Silla Wave!
Introduction of Silla Wave Program
Program at a Glance
Program Schedule
Field Trips
Cultural Experiences
Accommodation “Global Town”
Acceptance Procedure
Participation Fee & Payment Method
Contact Information
Silla University welcomes foreigners to join the
Korean Language and Culture Program
“Silla Wave 2015”
Silla University – prestigious University
Founded in the southern city of Busan in 1954, Silla
University takes pride in its long history and tradition.
Starting from just a small College of Education, Silla
University has grown into a 4-year university with nearly
11,000 students, and offers about 7 colleges, 4 graduate
schools, and about 60 majors. The 1,800,000 m2 campus
of Silla University lies subtly in the
mountains with a view of the sea, and always a breeze of
the fresh air, provides a great study environment. Silla
University`s Campus has been ranked within the top ten
most beautiful campuses in all of Korea by the Korean
College Newspaper. The university has over 600 foreign
students from 47 countries, constantly striving to make a
welcoming environment to a wide variety of students;
Silla University annually organizes diverse programs for
foreigners.
SILLA WAVE 2015 –program, which will meet all of your expectations of Korea!
The 2015 Silla Wave Summer program at Silla
University promises to be one of the most exciting yet. If
you are fascinated by South Korea, if you are curious
about Korean education environment and on-campus life,
if you interested in the Korean culture, Korean daily life
or if you simply enjoy traveling and visiting new places,
this program will fit you perfectly. We welcome
international students from around the world. The 2-week
“Silla Wave” program will encourage foreigner to design
an unforgettable and unique cultural experience, take part
in the intensive, yet fun Korean Language classes, and go
on weekly trips to some of the most popular tourist spots
in South Korea. Aside from the cultural activities, trips,
foreign participants will also immerse into cultural
exchange by spending time
with Silla University students through our buddy program!
Join SILLA WAVE 2015! Surf the Korean Wave with Great Silla!
Introduction of “SILLA WAVE 2015”
Dates
July 26 (Sun.) – August 8 (Sat.), 2015 – 2 weeks
Organizer
Silla University, Busan, South Korea
Concept of the program – Surf the Korean Wave with Silla
SILLA WAVE program offers an exceptional opportunity for foreigners to experience study
environment and on-campus life at one of the leading universities in Busan – South Korea`s
second largest city. SILLA WAVE 2015 is an intensive 2-week program, composed of diverse
components, such as Korean cultural courses and Korean language courses. Along with the
language and cultural experiences, SILLA WAVE also offers its participants opportunities to
explore Korea`s unique identity through customized field trips and exchanges with Korean
students through special “Korean buddy program”.
Program Objective
To provide an opportunity to foreigners to immerse into Korean language and various aspects of
Korean culture and society, both modern and traditional, as well as to visit some of Korea`s most
famous tourist sites and get unparalleled insight into the beauty of Korea.
Participant Eligibility
Program is suitable for any foreigner (below 30 years) with an enthusiasm for new experiences,
such as learning Korean language and culture, travelling to cultural sites around the Korean
Peninsula, etc.
Language of the Program English &
Korean
Main Components of the Program
Korean Language & Hands-on experiences of Korean culture, diverse tours
Total Program Fee 900 USD
NOT Including: round-trip airfare
Program at a Glance
Korean Language Class
Silla Wave 2015 Korean language classes will be available to participants with all levels of
Korean proficiency (from beginners with little or no knowledge of Korean to intermediate and
advanced learners). Silla University Korean Language Education Center (SUKLEC) provides a
top ranked Korean Language education, and has some of the best and highly trained language
instructors.
Courses:
- Beginners (NO prior knowledge of the language required!)
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Days: Monday – Friday (2 weeks)
Hours: 9 am – 1 pm (total: about 40 hrs.)
Level Test: Participants will be divided into groups based on results of the level test on July
27. Please note, that little or NO prior knowledge of the language is required for the beginner
group, and even if you never studied Korean language before, it will be a great opportunity to
broaden your horizons and knowledge.
Hands-on experience of Korean Culture
Aside from in-class Korean language learning, Silla Wave offers a range of activities for
participants of the program to experience Korean culture hands-on. Participants will get to
participate in activities like cooking traditional food, tea ceremony, making traditional masks
(Korean craft making), Taekwondo, traditional instruments Samulnori, and try on traditional
costume Hanbok, which will develop a deeper understanding of the country.
K-Food (Cooking Class)
K-Instruments (Samulnori)
K-Costume (Hanbok & Tea Ceremony)
K-Craft (Making traditional masks)
Day Trips
Participants will have a chance to explore Korea by visiting some of the most dynamic and most
popular tourist sites of the country. Courses of the trips include locations in Busan and
surrounding area, Geoje Island & Oedo Botania, cities of Ulsan and
Gyeongju
Culture Exchange with Korean students
Our buddy program aims to help foreign participants to adjust to Korea and have a chance to
explore the dynamic city of Busan on their free time. Participants of the program will be paired
with their buddy who is a student of Silla University and will be encouraged to get to know their
new international friends and participate in a friendly, ongoing cultural exchange.
Program Schedule
1st Week (July 26 ~ August 1)
Date/
Time
July 26
(Sun.)
07:30
09:00
09:00
11:00
11:00
12:50
12:50
14:00
Breakfast
Arrivals
Global
Town
Check-in
Registration
14:00
16:00
Korean
Language
Level Test
Lunch
July 29
(Wed.)
July 30 (Thu.)
July 31
(Fri.)
Aug. 1
(Sat.)
Breakfast
Breakfast
Breakfast
Breakfast
Breakf.
Korean
Language
Class
Korean
Language
Class
Korean
Language
Class
Korean
Language
Class
Korean
Language
Class
Korean
Language
Class
Korean
Language
Class
Korean
Language
Class
Lunch
Lunch
Lunch
Lunch
K - Costume
(Hanbok & Exchange with
Korean
Tea
Students
Ceremony)
University
Campus
Tour
16:10
18:00
18:00
19:00
Dinner
19:00
20:00
Orientation
20:00
23:00
July 27 (Mon.) July 28 (Tue.)
Rest
Welcome
Dinner
Busan City
Tour
Dinner
Dinner
Free time
Free time
K – Food
(Cooking
Class)
Trip to
Geoje
Island
& Oedo
Free time
Free
2nd Week (August 2 ~ August 8)
Date/
Time
07:30
09:00
Aug. 2
(Sun.)
Breakf.
Aug. 3 (Mon.)
Breakfast
Korean
Language
Class
09:00
11:00
Aug. 4 (Tue.)
Breakfast
Korean
Language
Class
Aug. 5
(Wed.)
Aug. 6 (Thur.) Aug. 7 (Fri.)
Breakfast
Breakfast
Breakfast
Korean
Language
Class
Korean
Language
Class
Korean
Language
Class
K - Movie
11:00
12:50
Korean
Language
Class
Korean
Language
Class
K - Songs
Korean
Language
Class
12:50
14:00
Lunch
Lunch
Lunch
Lunch
Lunch
Group
PPT
Practice
Group
PPT
Practice
14:00
16:00
Free day
16:10
18:00
18:00
19:00
19:00
22:30
Dinner
Trip to
Gyeongju
City
Dinner
(Gyeongju)
return to
Busan
K - Craft
(Making Masks)
K-Instruments
(Samulnori)
Trip to
Ulsan City
(Hyundai)
K - Sport
(Taekwondo)
Dinner
Dinner
(Ulsan)
Dinner
Free
return to
Busan
Free
Aug. 8
(Sat.)
Breakf.
Checkout
&
Depart.
Award
Ceremony
&
Farewell
Dinner
The above schedule is a subject to change
Silla Wave Trips
Busan City Tour Busan is the second largest city in Korea and the largest port. City`s most charming
tourist point is its beautiful sea sceneries. The southeastern beach areas have amazing views of the
fantastically shaped rocks and islands, which are a must see. The famous beaches of Haeundae,
Gwangalli, and Songjeong are enjoyed by many. Boating, jet skies, and banana boats are just among
a few of the water recreation activities visitors can take advantage of.
Geojedo Island & Oedo Botania Geojedo Island is Korea's second largest island (after Jeju) with
breathtaking scenery, which boasts the bulk of the South Sea's tourist attractions, with Oedo Island
Paradise as one of the most impressive of them. Oedo-Botania is a marine botanical garden, which
has a beautiful view of the crystal blue South Sea and surrounding landscape. It is 4 kilometers away
from Geojedo Island. About 20 minutes by ship from Gujora Port, past Naedo Island. Oedo Paradise
Island is without a doubt, a true paradise.
Ulsan (Hyundai Plant tour) As Hyundai Motor’s main production facility, the Ulsan Plant is located
in the city of Ulsan. It is comprised of five independent plant facilities on a land spanning 5,000,000
square meters. The plant is the world’s largest single automobile plants and employs over 34,000
personnel to produce an average of 5,600 vehicles a day. The plant has its own port where up to three
50,000-ton vessels can anchor simultaneously and operates a fire station, hospital, and patrol cars all
within the grounds.
Gyeongju Historic Area Tour Known as ‘the museum without walls, Gyeongju holds more temples,
rock carvings, pagodas, Buddhist statuary and palace ruins than any other place in South Korea,
resulting in multiple sites being designated a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage under the name of
the Gyeongju Historic Areas.
Accommodation - Global Town
Accommodation Type
Dormitory Global Town
Room Type
2 person (double occupancy)
All participants of Silla Wave 2015
will be living at the 2 person (double
occupancy) rooms in the modern
dormitory Global Town on the Silla
University Campus. All rooms are
equipped with: bathroom, shower
room, wardrobe, bed, individual desk,
air conditioner, high-speed Internet
access (Wi-fi), private telephone, etc.
Moreover, students will be able to use
outside lounge, fitness center, pingpong room, coin laundry and other
additional facilities.
Double Occupancy Room
Coin Laundry Room
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Ping Pong Room
Coffee Shop
Entrance
Lounge
View from Roof Top
Acceptance Procedure
Application Deadline
May 15, 2015
Acceptance Procedures
1) Fill out Application Form
2) Submit Application Form and required documents by E-mail: [email protected] 3)
Receive confirmation E-mail
4) Pay Program Fee in full
5) Receive a Letter of admission (Invitation) and Official Receipt of Fee Payment
6) Address the nearest Embassy of the Republic of Korea to apply for visa *if required 7)
Arrange your flight schedules according to the program period
Visa Information
Participants, accepted to the Silla Wave will be able to apply for a short term comprehensive
visa, if required. Visa can be obtained through direct application to the Korean Embassy or
Consulate in the participant`s home country. Participants of Silla Wave must directly contact
the nearest embassy of the Republic of Korea to check if you need a visa to come to Korea and
if so, which application documents should be submitted to apply for visa. (different documents
are required based on the applicant`s home country regulations). Silla University will provide
an Invitation Letter.
Program Fee & Payment Method
Program Fee
TOTAL: 900 USD
Fee Includes:
Pick up and sending service from/to Busan (Gimhae) Airport or Railway Station
Accommodation (Silla University Global Town)
Meals (3 times a day)
Korean Language classes (about 40 hrs) and study materials
All culture activities
All Field trips
Insurance
Participation certificates
T-shirts and other memorable gifts
Fee does NOT include: round trip flight ticket
Note: All participants are responsible for their own round-trip airfare expenses (from/to
Busan, South Korea) and should arrange their flight schedules according to the program
period:
Silla University Global Town Check-in: July 26 (Sun.)
Silla University Global Town Check-out: August 8 (Sat.)
Payment Deadline
June 26, 2015
Participation Fee should be wired in the name of the participant of the program and should include
the remittance charge. Only wire transfers will be accepted.
Cancelation after payment of the Participation Fee must be in written form and addressed to the
email: [email protected] 200 USD will be taken out of the participation fee by the organizer
for cancellation of the participation in the program (200 USD – nonrefundable)