Korean Language

The Headstart courses were originally created by the US Defense Language Institute to provide military personnel with a way to learn the languages of the countries where they were posted. The focus is on learning the necessary words and phrases for effective communication rather than trying to acquire an in-depth knowledge of the language and its grammar.

Korean Headstart was first published in 1984 and consists of eight language units made up of three or four lessons each. Every unit is based on a particular situation that you might encounter in Korea, such as shopping or asking for directions, and teaches you the necessary language required to deal with that situation confidently.

The course is also accompanied by extensive audio recordings that give you all the instructions you need while also helping you perfect your Korean pronunciation.

There is also a further module that deals with the Korean writing system. This is considered optional, but since Korean writing is quite easy to master, students are also encouraged to try.

Finally, there is a comprehensive introduction to Korea and Korean culture that, although now a little dated, contains a wealth of information concerning Korean customs and life in the country.