Korean Job Discussion Forums

[chasmmi]

Hi,

I am currently doing a BA in Korean language and hopefully will graduate in two years time. I am thinking of doing an MA at a Korean university after that but money will be the big issue.


Now I know students cannot work whilst studying, but if I have a degree (therefore making me eligible for a teaching job) is there any law stopping me working part time while I study for my Masters programme?


Now this is of course assuming the rules don't change between now and then but as things stand can an MA student legally teach?

[OiGirl]

After the first semester/6 months in your program, you can do part-time work in the area of your studies. Don't know if that would cover English teaching for you. Up to 20 hours/week during the semester and 40/unlimited/hours on vacations.

You need to apply to Immigration for permission.

[ttompatz]

[IlIlNine]

It depends on what kind of degree you're getting.

If you're studying Korean culture (history, literature, etc.) or language, you don't need any special permission. Just get an E2 and hop to it.

Otherwise, it's a little harder.

[chasmmi]

My BA is Korean Language. As for MA am not sure yet, WIll probably depend on exactly what there is possible for a foreigner to study at a Korean university.

[JZer]

[insam]

don't worry about it, it's a long way off. evaluate your situation once you're near graduation and see where you stand.

[hugo_danner]

Why not look at doing a Masters online from the USA, Canada, etc..? Unless you're going to do a Masters in a Korean subject, it won't carry much weight outside of Korea.

[JZer]