---- Hello All! Please review my essay regarding the GKS Language Study Plan (Study plans to improve Korean/English language ability required for taking a degree course before and after you come to Korea) ----
Since realizing my enthusiasm for Korean culture and history, I have dedicated myself to learning and understanding the dynamics of the language. First, I've enrolled in a local Korean language course to properly learn the basics. Once I received the TOPIK 3 results in 2019, I moved from a local Korean language course to the Korean Educational Center in São Paulo (KEISP) provided language programs which highly enhanced my skills. Once enrolled in KEISP programs, I was able to achieve the TOPIK 5 in 2022.
Later, I was recommended by a teacher to apply for the "34th AKS Summer Program for International Students" held by the Academy of Korean Studies. For 3 weeks, the summer program allowed me to be even more immersed in the advanced language training, as soon as the program was completed, I was able to receive the TOPIK 6 level. In 2024, I was approved in University of São Paulo (USP) and Korean Educational Center's combined extension program for teaching Korean as a second language which provided me a deeper understanding on the language dynamics.
Regarding English language, back to when I was a child, I was enrolled on local English language courses. Growing up, my interest in books and in the International Relations and Politics field kept me involved in maturing the language training. From 2016 to 2019, I decided to enroll myself on the University of Pernambuco (UPE) Language and Informatics Program (PROLINFO), where I completed the total 288 course hours of English language program. Further now, I plan to take the TOELF exam before arriving in Korea.
After going to Korea, I intend to engage in Korean writing clinics and group tutoring initiatives to foster the development of linguistic skills at an academic application level. Besides that, I also plan to regularly participate in activities promoted by university in order to be familiarized with the daily spoken Korean. Gathering these experiences, I aim to improve my Korean language skills and raise my TOPIK 6 total score by 66 points in 2026's first semester.
As for English language, after going to Korea, I wish to also keep improving my English proficiency. I'll utilize related books and academic papers to keep enhancing my vocabulary and comprehension, I also wish to use mock exams to keep track on my progress. I hope to participate in meetups for international students struggling with Korean language use. This way I can share my learning experience and, at the same time, improve my communication skills.
Since realizing my enthusiasm for Korean culture and history, I have dedicated myself to learning and understanding the dynamics of the language. First, I've enrolled in a local Korean language course to properly learn the basics. Once I received the TOPIK 3 results in 2019, I moved from a local Korean language course to the Korean Educational Center in São Paulo (KEISP) provided language programs which highly enhanced my skills. Once enrolled in KEISP programs, I was able to achieve the TOPIK 5 in 2022.
Later, I was recommended by a teacher to apply for the "34th AKS Summer Program for International Students" held by the Academy of Korean Studies. For 3 weeks, the summer program allowed me to be even more immersed in the advanced language training, as soon as the program was completed, I was able to receive the TOPIK 6 level. In 2024, I was approved in University of São Paulo (USP) and Korean Educational Center's combined extension program for teaching Korean as a second language which provided me a deeper understanding on the language dynamics.
Regarding English language, back to when I was a child, I was enrolled on local English language courses. Growing up, my interest in books and in the International Relations and Politics field kept me involved in maturing the language training. From 2016 to 2019, I decided to enroll myself on the University of Pernambuco (UPE) Language and Informatics Program (PROLINFO), where I completed the total 288 course hours of English language program. Further now, I plan to take the TOELF exam before arriving in Korea.
After going to Korea, I intend to engage in Korean writing clinics and group tutoring initiatives to foster the development of linguistic skills at an academic application level. Besides that, I also plan to regularly participate in activities promoted by university in order to be familiarized with the daily spoken Korean. Gathering these experiences, I aim to improve my Korean language skills and raise my TOPIK 6 total score by 66 points in 2026's first semester.
As for English language, after going to Korea, I wish to also keep improving my English proficiency. I'll utilize related books and academic papers to keep enhancing my vocabulary and comprehension, I also wish to use mock exams to keep track on my progress. I hope to participate in meetups for international students struggling with Korean language use. This way I can share my learning experience and, at the same time, improve my communication skills.
