Seminars & Short Courses
Understanding Korean Society Through Popular Culture
Discover the Korean Wave's impact and learn how Korean films, K-pop, and other music genres captivate students worldwide. Explore the popularity of K-dramas and Korean TV shows. Delve into Webtoons, K-sports, and K-esports, bridging tradition and modern entertainment. Equip yourself with insights to engage and inspire your students with Korea's vibrant culture in this 5-week online seminar. Examine the content and production of these hugely successful films, television dramas and music and what they suggest about contemporary South Korean culture and society. We will also use popular culture as a platform from which we can better understand the dynamics of Korean culture and society.