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Register for free Korean classes until March 11

source: bgcfAt 10 a.m. on Feb. 23, the Busan Hangul Institute will begin accepting registrations for its free 12-week Korean language courses. Operated by the Busan Global City Foundation to enhance the language skills of Busan’s international students and graduates seeking careers in Korea, the program will run from March 16 to June 4.To qualify for the courses, students must present their Alien Registration Card with a D-2, D-4, D-10 or F-4 visa. Please note that a 50,000 won deposit is required to ensure consistent attendance and commitment; this deposit will be fully refunded upon successful completion of the course. As an added incentive, participants who achieve their target level on the TOPIK test will be eligible for a full refund of their exam fee. Due to limited capacity, registration is on a first-come, first-served basis and must be completed by 10 a.m. on March 11. Successful applicants will be notified via email and SMS. For class schedules and registration details, visit the BGCF official website. ※ Busan Hangul Institute free Korean class enrollment, until March 11◎ Notice via Busan Global City Foundation: Click  ◎ Registration: Click ◎ Location: National Pension Building, 1000 Jungang-daero, Yeonje-gu• Busan Global City Foundation: 13F• Study Busan Hub: 2F ◎ Google Maps: Click ◎ Inquiries: 1577-7716 (+0 Korean / +1 English / +2 Chinese / +3 Vietnamese / +4 Indonesian / +5 Russian, Uzbek)<Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>enhance: 향상시키다 qualify: 자격을 충족하다 attendance: 출석 capacity: 수용인원Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy

Study Busan Hub Unveiled Amid 22,000 International Students under City–College Cooperation

Study Busan Hub Unveiled Amid 22,000 International Students under City–College Cooperation□ On February 10, 2026, at 14:00, the Study Busan Hub opened on the second floor of the National Pension Service Busan Office in Yeonje-gu to deliver comprehensive services for international students.○ It combines international student support measures that were managed separately by individual schools and introduces a consolidated system jointly overseen by the city, colleges, and related organizations.○ Prior to the inauguration, a roundtable session outlined primary efforts and facilitated the sharing of real-life experiences and practical advice with senior peers.□ Based on the Regional Innovation-Centered University Support System (RISE), initiated in 2025, the Study Busan Hub seeks to nurture tailored future leaders through close collaboration between municipalities and higher education institutions.○ In the wake of discussions among colleges last year, Silla University and Dong-Eui Institute of Technology were selected as operators. The Busan Global City Foundation, a regional innovation body, came on board to help establish a centralized resource hub.□ At the ceremony, Busan announced its One-Team Busan vision in preparation for a projected international student population of 30,000, with 11 entities involving employment, healthcare, finance, and immigration signing MOUs.○ Busan, the Busan RISE Integrated Platform, the Busan Global City Foundation, Silla University, and Dong-Eui Institute of Technology are poised to coordinate full-cycle assistance from arrival onward, together with: ▲ the Busan Chamber of Commerce Industry, the Busan Enterprises Federation (employment), ▲ Busan Bank (finance), ▲ the Busan Immigration Office (social cohesion), ▲ Dong-Eui Medical Center, Dong-Eui University (healthcare), and many others.○ Key service fields encompass: ▲ (Finance) opening bank accounts using foreign passports, financial counseling, ▲ (Healthc

Haeundae The Ride: K-Pop Shows with Ocean Backdrop

Haeundae The Ride: K-Pop Shows with Ocean BackdropHaeundae Blueline Park adds a new highlight by blending globally popular tourism entertainment with the Haeundae Beach Train.Much like New York’s The Ride or the live piano at London’s St. Pancras Station, exciting showcases in everyday locales create something truly memorable.Members of the Haeundae Culture Arts Troupe perform energetic K-Pop dance timed to coincide with the train’s stops.Each presentation lasts approximately five minutes—just long enough to leave a lasting impression on passengers.We cordially invite you to Haeundae The Ride, a vibrant seaside scene for cultural storytelling.Location: Haeundae Blueline Park, Mipo Songjeong StationsPerformances may be enjoyed from your seat before departure.TimesMipo 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00 / 15:30 / 16:00 / 16:30Songjeong 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00 / 15:30 / 16:00 / 16:30February DatesFebruary 20, 21, 22, 27, 28(Korean) https://www.bluelinepark.com/noticeView.do?idx=1605