South Korea


Teacher Candidate

Theme: International Placement
Location: International
Preferred Candidate Stream: Either


Position Description

In this three-week global seminar, students will travel to Seoul and the surrounding metropolitan area to explore the idea of living and teaching in South Korea. Multiple education-based settings will be looked at, from K-12 international schools to universities to corporate opportunities. Field trips will enable seminar participants to engage with local instructors as well as students to gain first-hand knowledge and insights.

Program Fees

Program fees: $3,200-$3,700*.

*The final program fee depends on the number of students in the program.

Note: The program fee will be offset by $1,000 for UBC students through our Go Global Award. If you have any pass/fail courses, we will assess your average with advice from your faculty.

Learn more about this opportunity by visiting the Global Engagement Office’s Seoul: Exploring Educational Landscapes page.


Organization Information

Want to study abroad, but prefer to travel and study with a group? Global Seminars are each unique in terms of location, course content, length, and cost. These programs offer you the chance to take UBC credit courses taught by UBC faculty members in an international location. Imagine the amazing learning opportunities…studying Travel Writing in Tanzania, or traditional Mayan land rights in Mexico.

South Korea Website