The Online King Sejong Institute is a free Korean-language learning platform run by the King Sejong Institute Foundation. Anyone in the world can study Korean at the right level for them. In Semester 4 of 2025, a beginner course is being offered for people who are completely new to Korean. It is open to everyone regardless of nationality or visa status, so if you have been wanting to start learning Korean, this is well worth checking out.
About the Course
- Course name: King Sejong Institute Korean Beginner Course
- Level: For people starting Korean from absolute zero (begins with the Korean alphabet, Hangul)
- How it works: Self-paced video lessons, plus written feedback and one-on-one comments on assignments from an online teacher
- Tuition fee: Completely free
- Who can join: Anyone who wants to learn Korean
Semester 4 Schedule (2025)
| Item | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration period | Monday, 27 October, Sunday, 9 November 2025 |
| Additional class opening date | Monday, 3 November 2025 |
| Study period | Monday, 17 November, Sunday, 21 December 2025 |
If the class you want fills up early, try again on the additional class opening date (3 November).
How to Register
- Go to the Online King Sejong Institute official website.
- Create an account and log in.
- During the registration period (27 October, 9 November), find the beginner course you want and complete your registration.
- From the start date (17 November) onwards, you can access your classes through “My Classroom.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Can foreigners living in Korea apply? Yes. The Online King Sejong Institute is open to anyone, inside or outside Korea.
Q. Is there any cost to register? All courses are free. You do not need to enter any card or bank account details.
Q. Can I apply again if I already took part in a previous semester? Yes. Previous participants are welcome to register and take a course again.
Contact
If you have any questions about registration or course content, reach out through the channel below.
- Online King Sejong Institute official website: www.iksi.or.kr
- Dates and details are subject to change, so please check the official website for the latest information before registering.