Korean Language Immersion Programme
This is a language & culture immersion programme conducted in South Korea.
Our objective is to help learners practice their ability to bring messages and intentions across accurately within Korean speaking environments, bearing in mind social contexts and
enriching learner's historical and cultural knowledge.
Baekje Legacy Edu Tour (Gongju & Buyeo)
Who
Open to all
No Korean language proficiency required
What
Programme conducted in English
Korean history Edu Tour focusing on Baekje period
8 hours class + 13 hours excursions
When
14 Sep 2026 - 18 Sep 2026
Where
Gongju and Buyeo, South Korea
Registration Period
Currently open for registration
Please take note of the following:
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There might potentially be a river boat ride excursion
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Students have to book accommodation in two regions (Gongju & Buyeo)
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Intercity transfer between Gongju and Buyeo will be provided by the school
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Kindly hold off on booking your flight and accommodation until we confirm the program, we will update the registered students once we reach the minimum number of registrations.
Price
$620 (before GST)
*Not inclusive of flights & accomodation
Course Structure & Topics Covered
21 course hours across 5 Days
(Mon - Fri across 1 week)
*not inclusive of breaks
8 hours class session
13 hours excursion
1 week programme
*Sample programme timetable, subject to changes for specific intake
Monday
(Gongju)
Tuesday
(Gongju)
Wednesday
(Buyeo)
Thursday
(Buyeo)
Friday
(Buyeo)
10am - 12pm
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Introduction to course and faciliators
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Overview of Korean History
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Korean History Timeline
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Introduction to key places students are visiting
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Founding of Baekje
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Kings of Baekje
12pm - 1pm
Excursion (varied duration)
Free & Easy for students
Break
1pm - 5pm
Central Gongju Tour
9am - 6pm
- Transfer to Buyeo
- Buyeo Cultural District Tour
*please note that there might potentially be a river boat ride excursion
Baekje legends
Project Work
Free & Easy for students
Free & Easy for students
PROGRAMME COURSEWORK
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Interactive classroom activities
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Topic-based curriculum
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Group project work
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Role-play
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Multi-media presentations
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Practical assessments
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Peer reviews
LEARNERS DEMOGRAPHIC & LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
Adult learners (18 years old and above) who are interested in learning more about the era of Korean history and culture (specifically of Baekje period). We will also be exploring the Gongju and Buyeo provinces. This Edu Tour will commence on Monday at Gongju, and we will transfer to Buyeo on Wednesday. Dismissal will be on Friday at Buyeo.
The programme will be conducted in English, no Korean proficiency required.
Programme Fees & Expected Costs
Total Course Fees Inclusive of:
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Registration fees
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Material fees
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4 days x 2 hours of classroom sessions
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13 hours of excursion outings
Land transfers from to / from Incheon
Incheon to Gongju: 2.5 hours bus ride (24,000 won)
Buyeo to Incheon: 3.5 hours bus ride (32,000 won)
Accommodation fees
Accommodation fees can range from $30 / night for hostels to >$100 / night for hotels.
Recommended location (Gongju): Daetong Street (대통길)
Recommended location (Buyeo): Near Gungnamji Pond (부여 궁남지) & Baegmagang River (백마강)
Daily Expenses
(Food, public transport, etc. within the vicinity of the programme location)
Please budget at least $30 / day for daily expenses in Gongju & Buyeo
Insurance
Please secure your own travel insurance
*Please note 9% Goods & Services tax charge is applicable
**Please check if VISA requirements/costs apply to you
TBC
*Not inclusive of flights & accomodations
Land transfers to / from Seoul
Seoul to Gongju: 1.5 hours bus ride (18,000 won)
Buyeo to Seoul: 2.5hours bus ride (25,000 won)
*Please note that all bus durations and prices stated are approximate
Course Deliverables & Objectives
Knowledgeable facilitation: Edutour classroom hours will be conducted with our facilitators in English. Facilitators with native understanding of the historical significance of the topics and venues covered in the tour programme. Excursions that may be conducted by expert guides in Korean will be accompanied by a translator.
Interactive classroom hours: Interactive classroom sessions, non-lecture based, includes project work and mini presentations
Experiencing “live” history: Opportunity to fully experience places of cultural and historical importance and considering the influence of historical events on modern Korean language and culture
Excursions by locals and specialized facilitators: Sharing of in-depth knowledge on historical and culturally significant places and activities
Application Process
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Fill in the form below with your details and submit.
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For Non-SEJONG students, we will send you a link to book a consultation session with us for us to better understand your proficiency level before completing your registration. (Applicable only for the immersion programme in Seoul)
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Our team will reach out to you to complete your registration.
Registration is now open for the 2026 Baekje Legacy Edu Tour
Students may join our mailing list over here for future programme updates: https://forms.gle/dAYFeE7GSr1EP4hu7