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Welcome to Lexis Korea Lexis Korea provides Korean language programs of the highest academic quality in a purpose built facility located just minutes from Gangnam Station. Our committed staff offer personalized and genuine support for students during their Korean learning experience. Whether you are seeking an intensive academic program, or are more interested in building your Korean conversational skills for travel, work and play, Lexis Korea offers a high-quality program suitable for all levels. Lexis Korea was the proud winner of the prestigious STM World School award in 2014, an award voted on by industry professional world-wide. We invite you to begin your Korean study adventure with us, and we look forward to sharing all this vibrant, exciting country has to offer!
JeeHo Kim Managing Director
CONTENTS
Welcome to Lexis Korea The City The School The Courses - Korean
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Timetable Option classes Level flow chart
The Courses - English
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IELTS Exam Preparation IELTS Timetable
Lexis Explore Student Services Accommodation
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THE CITY SEOUL
AT A GLANCE Seoul population Foreign residents Airports
The heart of Asia Seoul and its surrounding districts make up one of the world’s largest metropolitan areas, with over 25 million people. With a population density almost double that of New York, Seoul is a vibrant hive of activity, offering endless opportunities for discovery and fun. Even with such a huge population, Seoul is a genuinely beautiful city, surrounded by snow-capped mountains and the sea, and nestled on the banks of the Han River. Although you may be tempted never to leave Gangnam, it is possible to travel outside the hustle and bustle in just minutes. Seoul is a city built for freezing winters and steamy summers; huddle around a table-top BBQ in the cooler months or kick back in an office-roof beer garden in the long summer nights. Whatever the time of year, an almost endless selection of entertainment options await you.
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A ‘city of villages’, it sometimes seems that every subway stop adds a whole new character to the city; experience the fashion madness of Gangnam, the alternative music scene in Hongdae, the packed shopping streets of Myongdong and the soaring office towers of the Jongro district. One of Asia’s leading cultural centres, Seoul has five ancient palaces and five UNESCO World Heritage sites. You can lose yourself in over seven hundred museums, and hundreds of performance centers and galleries. Bargain hard at cheap-and-cheerful markets or treat yourself at some of the world’s leading fashion boutiques. Party the night away in a dizzying array of nightclubs, or relax with your Korean friends for a night of bulgogi and beers. Whatever your interests, and whether you are there for a weekend or for years, Seoul has something for everyone. We can’t wait to share our city with you!
Transport Tap water
25,620,000 655,000 Incheon International, Gimpo Domestic Subway, Bus, Taxi Safe to drink
CLIMATE January February March April May June July August September October November December
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LIVING EXPENSES Coffee / KRW3,500 Subway Ticket / KRW1,200 Lunch / KRW5,000 Taxi Ride / KRW7,000 Movie Ticket / KRW 15,000 Big Mac / KRW 5,200 I hr Internet / KRW2000
KRW1,000 = Approx. US$1
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THE SCHOOL
Study in the heart of Asia
SCHOOL INFORMATION Students : 150 Classrooms : 10 Average Class Size : 10 Maximum Class Size : 14 Student Lounge – Microwaves, Kettles, Water fountain Library Free WIFI internet access
Lexis Korea is located just steps from Gangnam Station, in the vibrant heart of one of Asia’s best known fashion and entertainment districts. Lexis Korea fills the 11th floor of the newly constructed ANY Tower, with floor-to-ceiling glass providing views over the hustle and bustle of Gangnam. Literally hundreds of cafes, restaurants, bars and clubs are within a short walk, while the fast and efficient Seoul Metro links Gangnam to the rest of city. With 10 large, air-conditioned classrooms, Lexis Korea has worldclass facilities designed to ensure that students can make the most of their study experience in a safe and comfortable environment. Our fully qualified, experienced teachers are there to ensure a fastpaced, intensive Korean study experience, while our friendly, approachable student services team are always on hand to offer support with living, study and play!
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WALKING DISTANCES Gangnam Station: 2mins Ministudio Accommodation: 15mins Guest House: 20 mins Café: ANY Tower, Ground floor Korean Restaurant: ANY Tower, 14th floor
Learning at Lexis Korea doesn’t end in the classroom. Our famous ‘MeetUps’ provide a unique opportunity to make contact with local conversation partners and friends with whom to explore the many attractions that make Gangnam so special.
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THE COURSESKOREAN Lexis Korea has a range of Korean language programs to suit all levels and a wide variety of interests. Whether you are seeking a brief introduction to the Korean language or culture, preparing for the TOPIK exam or university entrance, Lexis has dedicated staff, a high quality curriculum and student support services to help you reach you goals. With small classes and plenty of individual attention from our teachers, you can be assured that your language skills will progress rapidly.
Timetable - Intensive Korean Course Times
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
09:00am - 10:30am
Core Text
Core Text
Core Text
Core Text
Core Text
Core Text
Core Text
Skill Focus
Skill Focus
Skill Focus
Activity & Excursion
10:30am - 10:45am 10:45am - 12:15pm
Break Core Text
Core Text
12:15pm - 13:15pm 13:15pm - 14:15pm
Lunch Skill Focus
Skill Focus
14:15pm - 14:30pm 14:30pm - 15:30pm
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Skill Focus Break
Skill Focus
Skill Focus
BEGINNER
Level Flow Chart
Core Text
Speaking: Able to perform in a very limited capacity within areas of own need. Listening: Can understand requests for basic information, time modifiers and numbers. Writing: Able to write simple personal information. Reading: Can understand simple information presented in a familiar form. Grammar: Show only limited control of a few sinple grammatical structures.
Skill Focus
ELEMENTA T RY TA
PRE-INTERMEDIATE A ATE
Speaking: Sufficient to satisfy basic survival needs. Listening: Can follow simple discourse on familiar topics. Writing: Able to form sentenses to convey basic message. Reading: Can achieve general understanding on simple texts on familiar topics. Grammar: Uses some simple structures correctly, but still systematically makes basic mistakes.
Speaking: Sufficient to satisfy all survival needs and basic social demands. Listening: Can follow natural discourse on familiar topics. Writing: Can produse simple, coherent text for everyday purposes. Reading: Able to achieve detailed understanding of simple texts on familiar topics. Grammar: Uses a repertoire of more common and frequently used structures and patterns with reasonable accuracy.
“I've had a great time doing Lexis Korea's intensive Korean course. Our whole class came as total beginners and we were all reading, writing and speaking in the first week. This course really helped me get more out of my trip in Korea. The staff were really helpful and assisted me a lot getting set up in Seoul, arranging my accommodation and Korean phone number. A big thank you to the friendly staff, teachers and fellow students, as well as a really effective course. I never thought I could learn Korean basics so quickly.” Nicholas Proudfoot, Australia
Available Courses
Option Classes Our Intensive Korean option classes are designed to allow you to focus on your own particular learning objectives. Amongst the most popular are :
Intensive Korean 25 Intensive Korean 15 TOPIK Preparation 1:1 Intensive Korean 1:1 Business Korean Junior Programs Study Tour
Lexis 360°
We understand that every student comes to Korea with their own unique goals, plans and learning needs. Lexis 360° is our student academic care program, designed to ensure that all Lexis students receive individual support and attention, initiating the most successful study experience possible.
INTERMEDIATE A ATE Speaking: Sufficient for everyday contexts and adequate for less routine situations Listening: Can follow natural discourse on familiar topics and social interactions. Writing: Can produse basic written material e.g. informal letters, narratives etc. Reading: Can achieve detailed understanding of extended texts on famililar topics. Grammar: Shows generally good cintrol of grammatical structures, though with noticeable mother tongue influence.
Korean Kitchen Business Korean Language Workshop Intensive Writing Conversation and Discussion Survival Korean
Pronunciation Korean through Drama Korean through K-POP Breaking News Dictation Korean Culture TOPIK Preparation
Each student will receive: Individual level test Personalised MAP study plan ‘Week One’ interview and review ‘Week Two interview’ to make sure that you are on track Monthly one-to-one meetings with the Academic Director to ensure that we continue to meet your learning needs
Your personal study plan is designed to guide your study while at Lexis. Based on your initial test results and interview with the Academic Director, the MAP Study Plan ensures that we keep your study program on track, maximize the use of your out of class study time, and get the best possible language learning results on your time in Seoul!
UPPER-INTERMEDIAT AE AT
ADVANCED V VANCED
Speaking: Able to be effective in most situations with few serious errors. Listening: Can follow natural discourse on familiar topics and most social interactions. Writing: Can produse extended, discursive or abstract writing with reasonable accuracy. Reading: Can achieve detailed understanding of extended texts on famililar topics. Grammar: Shows a relatively high degree of grammatical control. Occasional errors may occur but can often be corrected in retrospect.
Speaking: Approaching fluency. Listening: Able to achieve detailed understanding of complex, extended discourse. Writing: Competent in producing a range of formal and informal writing. Reading: Can understand and interpret a wide range of extended texts e.g. novels and journals. Grammar: Shows a high degree of grammatical control.
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THE COURSESENGLISH IELTS EXAM PREPARATION
Lexis not only teaches Korean language programs – it is also one of Korea's leading IELTS exam preparation centres. The IELTS exam is used as a key entry requirement for schools in Korea and around the world. Based on the curriculum offered at Lexis English Australia schools, Lexis Korea's fast-paced and challenging exam preparation program is taught by qualified native English speaking teachers. Whether your aim is to reach an IELTS score for further tertiary study or to just take a structured English language program in a fantastic international environment, Lexis' academic IELTS program is a great way to take your English to the next level. Lexis Korea is a designated IELTS Test Centre, meaning that you can take the exam directly at Lexis on our regular weekly Saturday examination schedule. Why study IELTS at Lexis? Our IELTS exam preparation courses are the perfect way to prepare you for living, working or undertaking further studies in an Englishspeaking environment. At Lexis, you will; • Be taught by a dedicated and experienced IELTS exam preparation teacher
What is IELTS? International English Language Testing System is an international standardised test of English language proficiency. It is jointly managed by University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations, the British Council and IDP Education Pty Ltd. There are two versions of the IELTS, the Academic Version and the General Training Version. The Academic Version is intended for those who want to enrol in universities and other institutions of higher education. It is also used for professional recognition in fields such as medicine. The General Training Version is intended for those planning to undertake nonacademic training or to gain work experience. IELTS is accepted by most English speaking academic institutions. Along with Cambridge CAE, it may also be used for immigration purposes to Australia, New Zealand and Canada. No minimum score is required to pass the IELTS test. An IELTS result or Test Report Form is issued to all candidates with a score from 1 (no knowledge) to 9 (expert user).
• Improve your reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, speaking and listening skills • Take practice tests using past papers, with answer guides and personalised teacher feedback • Improve your English while working towards an internationally recognised qualification
Timetable - IELTS Preparation Course Times
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
09:00 - 9:50am
Reading
Listening
Mock exam
Reading
Listening
10:00 - 10:50am
Reading
Listening
Mock exam
Reading
Listening
11:00 - 11:50am
Writing
Speaking
Mock exam
Writing
Speaking
12:00 - 12:50pm
Writing
Speaking
Mock exam
Writing
Speaking
Study Group
Study Group
Lunch
12:50 - 14:00pm 14:00 - 15:00pm
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Study Group
Study Group
Study Group
LEXIS EXPLORE To ensure that you make the most of your time at Lexis Korea, the Lexis Explore travel desk is available to assist you in booking trips and activities in Seoul and beyond. Activities Lexis Korea provides a regular schedule of aftermoon activities, seminars and workshops, fun evening social events and a wide range of weekend adventures. Check out the blog at www.lexisseoul.com for the latest news!
Lexis Advantage www.lexiskorea.com/lexisadvantage The Lexis Korea | Advantage card offers students discounts around our campus location. If you are a current or former Lexis Korea student, you will be able to use this card in Korea, and access great discounts and specials across a range of providers. Take a look and see all the great advantages Lexis students have access to!
Lexis | MeetUp A highlight of their stay for many students, the Lexis MeetUp is a wonderful chance to make contact with local conversation partners and friends. Held once a fortnight at a local café and fully supervised by Lexis staff, the Lexis MeetUp is designed to offer a safe and friendly environment to link up with local people. Lexis | After Dark Once the sun goes down and you’ve put the books away for the day, it’s time to go out and enjoy the nightlife of Seoul! Share a Korean meal, catch a movie, dance the night away at a Hongdae nightclub, dazzle us with your Karaoke K-Pop, or explore the bars and pubs of Gangnam. Socialise with local students and your international classmates in one of the most exciting cities in the world!
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TV program experience
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STUDENT SERVICES
Student Services staff can help you with : Accommodation Visa issues Holidays Buying a mobile phone Booking activities
From before you arrive until we wave goodbye, Lexis Korea Student Services staff are there to assist with your stay. To ensure that your journey goes smoothly, we provide Airport Transfers, a comprehensive Arrivals Guide and the comfort of a 24/7 emergency phone. Once you are with us in Seoul, we encourage you to put our Student Services team to work for you!
Finding work Course extensions Finding a doctor Public transport information And more!
Hi, my name is Sunny. You’ll meet me when you get to the school! Having lived and studied overseas for many years I understand the challenges that international students can face. Speak to me for any assistance you need in settling in... I will be very pleased to help! Sunny Choi, Student Services
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