General objectives

The academic program is application-oriented and aims to train graduates in Korean Language, Korean-English Bilingual specialization who possess adequate knowledge and professional skills, political qualities, professional conduct, and good physical health; are proficient in Korean at a minimum level equivalent to TOPIK II Level 5 under the Test of Proficiency in Korean or equivalent to Level 5 under the Vietnamese 6-Level Foreign Language Proficiency Framework; and are proficient in English at a level equivalent to Level 5 under the Vietnamese 6-Level Foreign Language Proficiency Framework or equivalent to C1 under the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

Graduates in Korean Language, Korean-English Bilingual specialization possess in-depth knowledge of the languages and cultures of Korean- and English-speaking countries, as well as the knowledge and skills necessary to meet the requirements of the labor market. Learners demonstrate a strong commitment to self-directed learning and the ability to continuously develop and accumulate professional knowledge, qualities, and skills to pursue further study and research at higher levels or become experts in their professional fields, with the flexibility to work in both domestic and international environments.

Specific objectives

The academic program for graduates in Korean Language, Korean-English Bilingual specialization is further reflected in the following specific objectives:

• PO1: Enable learners to develop physically, mentally, and intellectually, as well as develop their worldview and sense of national pride, through general knowledge of political theory, law, economics, society, physical education, music, and national defense education.
• PO2: Enable learners to use Korean and English proficiently.
• PO3: Equip learners with foundational knowledge of the Korean and English languages, as well as basic knowledge of countries, people, and different cultures.
• PO4: Equip learners with language skills combined with communication skills and proactive, flexible learning and research skills for studying and working in multicultural environments. Provide learners with a solid foundation for self-directed learning and personal development, creating a basis for further study and research at higher levels and enabling lifelong learning for personal and professional development.
• PO5: Equip learners with knowledge, thinking skills, and experiences related to entrepreneurship, enabling them to develop teamwork, presentation, critical thinking, planning, and time management skills.

Career prospects

After graduation, graduates of the Korean-English Bilingual specialization can work at domestic enterprises, foreign-invested enterprises, representative offices, economic and financial organizations, and other relevant organizations. Specific career positions include:

• Office secretary, external relations assistant, administrative assistant, executive assistant, market development staff, and other positions that require the use of Korean and English at foreign enterprises, joint ventures, Vietnamese companies, and other organizations operating in fields involving Korean and English.
• Staff and management positions in the tourism and hospitality industry: Graduates can undertake positions in the tourism industry such as tour guides, tourism sales staff, customer service staff, and tour operation managers, working at domestic and international travel agencies and tour operators specializing in organizing tours and travel programs for foreign visitors to Vietnam and Vietnamese visitors traveling abroad.
• Translators, interpreters, and editors: Graduates can work at foreign agencies and enterprises or Vietnamese agencies and enterprises with foreign partners, as well as at press agencies, publishing houses, radio and television stations, and other relevant organizations. They can also work as freelance or contract translators and interpreters for enterprises, press agencies, diplomatic organizations, and other institutions.
• Researchers, lecturers, and Korean and English language teachers.

Program Learning Outcomes

	PLO Name	PLO Description
1	PL01	Apply knowledge of social sciences, politics and law, national defense and security to professional and academic activities.
2	PLO2	Apply knowledge of information technology and artificial intelligence effectively in professional tasks to meet the demands of today’s technology-driven society.
3	PLO3	Reason soundly on the basis of acquired knowledge to plan, organize, supervise, and manage professional activities.
4	PLO4	Make informed judgments based on knowledge of Korean linguistics, Korean studies, and translation theory to handle professional situations.
5	PLO5	Synthesize acquired knowledge and connect it with practical knowledge to build solid professional expertise in specialized tracks such as Korean for business and economics, Korean for tourism, or Korean for pedagogy.
6	PLO6	Use Korean fluently in four skills (listening, speaking, reading, writing) at a proficiency level equivalent to TOPIK II Level 5, Level 5/6 of the Vietnamese Six-Level Foreign Language Proficiency Framework, or CEFR Level C1; use English effectively at a proficiency level equivalent to Level 4 of the Vietnamese Six-Level Foreign Language Proficiency Framework or CEFR Level B2.
7	PLO7	Communicate effectively, convey ideas clearly, engage in critical discussion, and accurately evaluate outcomes and quality of work to solve specific tasks or complex problems.
8	PLO8	Apply entrepreneurial skills to design and implement start-up projects, creating employment opportunities for oneself and others.
9	PLO9	Work independently, take personal responsibility, demonstrate self-direction, make professional judgments, and defend personal viewpoints. Demonstrate lifelong learning ability, adapt to technological and social changes, and maintain ethical standards in both professional and social contexts with a strong sense of community service.
10	PLO10	Demonstrate professional attitudes, responsibility, and teamwork skills. Be able to plan, guide, coordinate, supervise, and evaluate the performance of others to improve the effectiveness of activities. At the same time, show resilience in both mind and body, affirm national identity, and demonstrate confidence in international integration.