International
Courses
2025 DISS Course Schedule
| Session | Time | Course Title | Field |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session 1 (June 23 – July 4, 2025) |
09:00-12:30 | Korean Cinema Plus: Remakes, Revenge, Rebellion  |
Film/Media |
| Comparative Criminal Justice : Theoretical Perspectives |
Criminal Justice | ||
| Consumer Psychology in the Korean Wave (Hallyu) |
Business | ||
| Korean Language and Culture (Basic) |
Korean/Culture | ||
| 14:30-18:00 | Korean Dystopian Content: From Parasite to Squid Game |
Film/Media | |
| Cultivating Healthy Mind and Body with Meditation |
Buddhism/Meditation | ||
| Korean Music in Context : from Traditional music to K-pop |
Korean/Culture | ||
| Session 2 (July 7 ~ July 18, 2025) |
09:00-12:30 | Buddhism and Contemporary World |
Buddhism/Meditation |
| Comparative Criminal Justice : System and Field* |
Criminal Justice | ||
| Korean Popular Culture; Society & Media |
Film/Media | ||
| Korean Language and Culture (Basic) |
Korean/Culture | ||
| 14:30-18:00 | Comparative Studies on World Cinema |
Film/Media | |
| Lead Better: Leadership Skills Workshop in 1:1 Management |
Business | ||
| Korean Language and Culture (Intermediate) |
Korean/Culture |
* Applicants are responsible for confirming credit transfer availability with their home university advisors.
Courses at a glance by field
- Film and Digital Media ▼
- Korean and Culture ▼
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Courses Professor/Course Description Korean Language & Culture (3crs)
BasicDongguk University Korean Language Center 09:00-12:30 The objective of this course is for students to read and write Korean consonants and vowels completely and understand basic sentence structure, tense expression, and usage of verbs and adjectives. This course will help students to build basic Korean communication skills for daily lives and understand Korean culture with its local experience. Korean Language & Culture (3crs)
IntermediateDongguk University Korean Language Center 14:30-18:00 The objective of this course is for students to pronunciate under phonological and pronunciation rules. Depending on the situation, students can understand when to use formal or informal expressions. This course will help students to compose sentences using various connecting words and express Korean naturally with the use of verbal and indirect speech. Music of Korea - From Traditional Music to K-pop (3crs) Prof. Jeong Hyeon Joo 09:00-12:30 This course provides a comprehensive overview of Korean music, spanning from traditional to contemporary genres and practices. Daily topics will vary from traditional gugak to recent music genres, such as K-pop, indie music, experimental music, trot, and film music. Students will explore sociological contexts, cultural backgrounds, compositional ideas, and performance styles through lectures, group discussions, listening, reading, and creative activities. - Business and Communication ▼
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Courses Professor/Course Description Consumer Psychology in the Korean Wave (Hallyu) (3crs) Dr. Jihoon (Jay) Kim 09:00-12:30 This course explores psychological principles within the context of K-content, examining how K-pop, K-drama, K-film, and other Korean media forms influence consumer behavior worldwide. Students will analyze key psychological drivers of engagement with K-content, such as cultural identity. Additionally, the course addresses the social and psychological impacts of K-content consumption and its global cultural influence, providing insights into why K-content resonates globally. Topics include consumer psychology, brand influence, and audience dynamics, with practical applications to digital campaigns and content strategy. Lead Better: Leadership Skills Workshop in 1:1 Management (3crs)) Prof. Karin McDonald 14:30-18:00 This course is an intensive, practical course for budding managers who want to master the communication and interpersonal management skills to “get things done through people”, whether those people are team members, employees, or themselves. Students will learn to: manage their own time and regulate their emotions, actively listen (validate vs. interpret), manage down to subordinates, manage up to seniors, hold people accountable, respond to feedback, negotiate, ask a favor, fire someone, cope with on-the-job grief, gossip and poison, and give and receive criticism effectively. This hands-on workshop is flipped learning style, with all the instruction delivered in video format outside of class and class time devoted to student team review and role-play. ‘Lead better’ demands active participation of every student in and outside every class session, but rewards students with unparalleled first-hand practice in what it really takes to manage effectively in the 21st century. - Buddhism and Meditation ▼
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Courses Professor/Course Description Buddhism and Buddhist Practices (3crs) Dr. Joerg Tuske (week 1)
Ven. Dr. Jahun (week 2)09:00-12:30 This course explores the relevance of Buddhism in the modern world, focusing on essential teachings and principles that can be applied to contemporary life and also on regional perspectives. Students will examine how Buddhist philosophy addresses current societal challenges, such as stress, environmental issues, and interpersonal conflicts.
The course aims to provide foundational knowledge of Buddhist concepts, practices, and values, fostering a deeper understanding of mindfulness, compassion, and interdependence. By connecting ancient wisdom with modern contexts, students will gain practical insights into navigating today’s fast-paced and complex world.Cultivating Healthy Mind and Body with Meditation (3crs) Hyeju Sunim 14:30-18:00 This course covers a wide spectrum of Buddhist meditation practices, including mindfulness meditation, concentration meditation, and Seon (Zen/Chan). Students will learn how to approach Buddhist meditation practices and explore how to practice them. By learning to understand their selves and interconnectedness among all beings, students will be able to observe how their mind works and explore how to live in harmony with all other beings with healthy and compassionate mind. This course will also discuss the global movement of meditation practices and the benefits of practicing meditation for well-being. Students will learn to apply these meditation practices to their daily lives. - Criminal Justice ▼
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Courses Professor/Course Description Comparative Criminal Justice: Theoretical Perspectives (3crs) Prof. Younoh Cho & Dennis Lee 09:00-12:30(class)
14:00-17:00(Field Trip)Students will explore a variety of criminological theories by engaging in numerous hand-on experiences in the field of criminology and criminal justice in South Korea. This course offers students a unique opportunity to explore the criminal justice systems and social institutions of South Korea in comparison to those of the United States. Through immersive experiences, lectures, and cultural engagement, students will gain a deeper understanding of the similarities and differences between the two countries, with a focus on criminal justice structures, practices, and broader societal frameworks.
The course begins by examining the value of comparative analysis in understanding global criminal justice systems. Students will analyze the basic structures of the criminal justice systems in both South Korea and the U.S., including the roles of policing, courts, and corrections. Special attention will be given to the unique features of South Korea’s criminal justice system, such as its community-oriented policing models, court procedures, and rehabilitation-focused correctional practices.Comparative Criminal Justice: System and Field (3crs) Prof. Seungmug (Zech) Lee, PhD, & Younho Cho, PhDm 09:00-12:30(class)
14:00-15:00(Field Trip)The course aims to enhance students' understanding of how different criminal justice frameworks can influence practices and outcomes, while encouraging the development of more efficient and effective systems in both nations.
Additionally, the course includes field visits to various South Korean institutions, providing students with a unique opportunity to observe the practical applications of the country's criminal justice system and engage with real-world challenges. This course offers a theoretical examination of the comparative criminal justice systems of the U.S.A. and South Korea, with a focus on the key areas of law, policing, courts, and corrections.
Through an in-depth comparison of different criminal justice systems, students will explore both the specific and universal elements of each system. Students will delve into critical topics that transcend geographical borders and challenge conventional norms. Moreover, from analyzing the effectiveness of crime prevention strategies, students will navigate the intricate landscapes of criminal justice systems worldwide.
Evaluation & Credit Transfer
· Evaluation Policy (based on absolute evaluation)Grading is based on attendance, class discussion, homework and examination. According to the a regulation, Dongguk University requires a minimum of 80% attendance to receive academic credit. Students are evaluated by ‘PASS’ or ‘FAIL’ (However, a letter grade will be conferred as well upon request)
· Grading Scale
| Grade | A+ | A0 | B+ | B0 | C+ | C0 | D+ | D0 | F | P |
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| Mark | 4.5 | 4.0 | 3.5 | 3.0 | 2.5 | 2.0 | 1.5 | 1.0 | 0 |
· Attendance Policy
· Credit Transfer
- Absence more than 1/5 = F
- 3 times lateness = 1 absence
· Credit Transfer
Students in other colleges and universities may transfer credits according to the regulations of their home institutions. Please consult with the appropriate academic authorities or academic advisors to check whether a specific course in Dongguk International Summer School may be applied toward academic major or distribution requirements.
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(Certificate Issuance, Education Verification) - kic@dongguk.edu (Korean Language Course)
