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BGCF to run Busan’s flagship Korean Language Institution
designated as: ~로 지정되다
In 2025, the Busan Global City Foundation (BGCF) will take on enhanced responsibility in supporting international students, officially designated as Busan City’s flagship Korean Language Institution.
Newly arrived international students often face challenges with the local language and unfamiliar cultural environment, hindering their ability to adapt to life abroad. Since language proficiency and a solid understanding of cultural practices are crucial for academic success, BGCF aims to provide an accommodating environment that helps international students improve their language skills and better understand life in Korea.
The institution will offer various academic support programs, including preparation for the Test of Korean Proficiency exam and a mentorship program that connects students with local college peers. It will also include career guidance for graduates and assistance in crafting CVs that meet the expectations of Korean companies.
BGCF has been providing free language courses and support to international students and residents since 2006 and has consistently received a 95% positive rating in its annual satisfaction surveys.
Under the ethos of “Busan is good for international students,” the city is committed to ensuring international students thrive in their academic and life pursuits.
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enhance: 향상 시키다 responsibility: 책임 designated as: ~로 지정되다 institution: 기관 face: 직면하다 challenge: 도전 과제 unfamiliar: 익숙하지 않은 hinder: 방해하다 adapt: 적응하다 proficiency: 유창성 solid: 견고한 cultural: 문화적인 practice: 관습 aim to: ~를 목표로 하다 accommodating: 수용하는 environment: 환경 improve: 증진 시키다 peer: 또래, 동료 expectation: 기대 consistently: 지속적으로 satisfaction: 만족
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