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Nowadays, when Korean language education is expanding into fields such as structural research and analysis of technique, we not only use our language to compose many kinds of works but also to promote the Korean national self-image through literary appreciation and criticism. The Department of Korean Language and Literature has three major fields of study -- Korean language, classical literature, and contemporary literature. Language students learn about the structure of the Korean language and its particular characteristics. We study our language using scientific methods in order to promote better daily language use. Furthermore, we investigate Korean language trends. Students of classical literature study ancient and modern works. We understand and appreciate the thoughts of our ancestors and get wisdom from their works. Contemporary literature students read the works of writers of the period after the modern Korean age. All of these works display present-day Korean feelings.

Graduates from Korean language and Literature Department choose various kinds of jobs, depending on their abilities and interests. First of all, they can continue their study by entering graduate school for the purpose of being professors, Korean language specialists, poets, novelists, playwrights, and so on. After finishing professional teaching courses, they can be teachers in middle or high schools, or lecturers in educational institutes. Furthermore, they can get jobs as columnists, producers, or announcers in radio or television broadcasting stations or newspaper publishing companies.

The Department of English offers programs in British and American literature and various fields of English linguistics, giving students opportunities to learn many aspects of the English language. Students can choose to focus either on literature or on linguistics, although they need to take a few mandatory courses to learn the basics in English language and literature. Literature courses, divided, according to genres and periods, lay great emphasis on how to delve into human nature as it is demonstrated in the great literary works of all time and on how to learn English through literature in its social and cultural context. In linguistics, courses are offered in English grammar, semantics, phonetics, syntax, and English education. The study of these fundamental elements of the English language is crucial to English majors to improve basic language skills such as grammar, vocabulary, speaking, reading, and writing abilities. The main purpose of the department is to educate students to be competitive in this global age with their superior knowledge in English, and, also to make some students prepared for their further study of literature or linguistics either at home or abroad for their future careers. Many graduates continue their studies at graduate school, either in this department or in one of professional schools where a strong background in English is required. And students who want to teach English can further the study by entering our Graduate School in English Education to get a teaching license.

English majors have ample chances to get employment in many fields, English being a vital tool in any workplace. Some gain careers in companies, financial institutions, government offices, schools, research centers, to name a few, while others go abroad to continue their studies.

Germany takes a very important position in world politics, economics and culture, so the Department of German Language and Literature aims to produce intelligent students who command a broad knowledge of the language and culture of Germany. For the above purpose, the department offers the students opportunities to gain knowledge in various fields through the study of the German language and literature. At the same time, it also offers practical application of the knowledge to real life situations. Graduates can apply for jobs in such fields as literature, education, management, finance, and journalism.

Graduates from the department have Career Opportunities in various fields of society including German trade companies, public offices, financial companies, industries, literature, and schools. Some of the graduates also continue their studies in graduate school.

The goal of the French Language and Literature Department is to help students learn about the literature, culture, and civilization of France and all French-speaking countries by teaching the French language and fostering a deep understanding of Francophone countries. To achieve this goal, the most important step is to study and understand the French language. Once we truly understand the language, we can fully appreciate French art, literature, society, and attitudes. There are three major fields in the department: linguistics, literature, and Francophone studies. Linguistics focuses on phonetics, syntax, semantics, and lexicology. Literature covers poetry, novels, drama, and criticism. Francophone studies explores the literature and cultures of French-speaking nations and regions outside of Europe. By studying these fields, we can present a global perspective on France and the French-speaking world, and develop cultural literacy.

Upon graduation, there are unlimited employment opportunities: becoming a professor, a teacher, an author, a journalist, a publisher, a translator, a diplomat, working for a global company, etc. You will also have the option to study abroad.

The Department of Chinese Language and Literature aims at rearing students who contribute to the development of the nation by studying a language, a literature and a culture that are very closely related to Koreas in every way. Students learn language skills such as reading, listening, speaking, and writing acquire knowledge of ancient and modern Chinese literature; and are taught Chinese suitable for practical interchanges in such fields as current events, commerce, and tourism. Students who will take Chinese language and literature as their major are required to show their taste and interest in foreign languages, a basic understanding and knowledge of Chinese characters, a contemplative faculty in history, philosophy, language and culture, as well as a progressive spirit needed to apply their major knowledge to the augmentation of national economic and cultural prosperity.

Since we entered into diplomatic relations with China in 1992, South Koreas prospects have been brighter. Therefore, Chinese graduates can launch into various fields such as trading companies, government and other public offices, the press, and educational/academic circles.

• Title : Professor
• Major : chinese characters
• Phone : +82 42-821-5369
• E-mail : hkkang@cnu.ac.kr
• Room : W7-314

• Title : Professor
• Major : chinese novel
• Phone : +82 42-821-5363
• E-mail : yjpark@cnu.ac.kr
• Room : W7-309

• Title : Professor
• Major : chinese grammar
• Phone : +82 42-821-5367
• E-mail : eunsoolee@cnu.ac.kr
• Room : W7-221

• Title : Professor
• Major : comparative literature & culture
• Phone : +82 42-821-5366
• E-mail : genshuo@cnu.ac.kr
• Room : W7-212

• Title : Professor
• Major : Classical Chinese poetry
• Phone : +82 42-821-5362
• E-mail : srosa@cnu.ac.kr
• Room : W7-215

Students can improve their understanding of the cultures of both Japan and Korea by learning Japanese. Indeed, through studying the literature both Japan and Korea they develop a new field of study. The departments major course is divided into linguistics and literature. Linguistics deals with phonology, morphology, and semantics, and literature includes the appreciation of Japanese literature. In addition to this, they study the relationship between Korea and Japan in the spheres of language, society, and culture. In linguistics, students learn Japanese practically so they can apply it to business and study. On the other hand, students of literary art seek aesthetic pleasure.

Graduates work as a lecturers, diplomats, writers, critics, businessmen, interpreters, publishers, editors, and researchers, while others go to Japan for the further study. Future prospects are particularly bright due to Koreas new open-door policy toward Japan.

The Department of Classical Chinese aims to study the Classical Chinese which was grew within Chinese literary circles and became our cultural heritage, at the study and development of Classical Chinese sources, and at the training of students in these fields. Knowledge of Classical Chinese enables us to appropriately understand and take over our cultural heritage, and the study of Classical Chinese contributes to the enhancement of the national culture. The department has two major fields of study: language and literature. The field of language includes Classical Chinese orthography, phonology, and grammar. The field of literature is concerned with two parts, Classical Chinese poetry and prose. In the field of literature, students study poems, novels, essays, and literary criticism on the basis of the Confucian classics.

Graduates from the department can continue their study in graduate programs. They contribute to the enhancement of the national culture through their valuable study in Classical Chinese. Further, they can engage in professional work as teachers, translators, journalists, or publishers. Also, they can work for public or private corporations.

Linguistics is the scientific study of language. Linguists study individual languages not to communicate in them but to understand principles behind their structure, development, and variation. We encourage students to be interested in theoretical linguistics to take courses and work with faculty in our department. A major in linguistics consists of 60 hours of coursework. It includes core areas such as phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, and semantics. A wide range of electives is offered, about a dozen each semester. Students are exposed to humanistic as well as scientific views of language. Emphasis is given to logical thinking, experimental work, and problem-solving skills in all language matters. The linguistics graduate program has a strong theoretical orientation and our research is concerned with both the development of a general theory of human language and detailed accounts of the structure of individual languages. Currently, two tracks are offered in the Master of Arts and Ph.D. programs: theoretical linguistics and computational linguistics. The department does not offer courses in language pedagogy, linguistic therapy or historical development except at an introductory level. Government-funded research is conducted by the faculty members in the fields of dialectology, machine translation, speech synthesis, and natural language understanding.

Graduates from the department work as NLP engineers, lexicographers, language teachers, flight attendants, secretaries, public servants, and reporters. Ph.D. and masters graduates are expected to take up professorships and research scientist positions.

The Department of History aims at cultivating people of ability who can develop Koreas place in the world on the basis of a sound and broad capacity for historical thinking. Students learn to systematically view the cultural developmental processes of the East and the West. The major field of study is composed of various subjects offering a gradual introduction to oriental and occidental history.Students are able to study intensively either oriental or occidental history according to their taste and their ability to read other languages. Lectures include seminars and audio-visual instruction on historical data, and students visit historic sites annually.

Graduates can do graduate work in history and become professors. Those who complete appropriate professional courses can be secondary school teachers. Graduates can also advance into every field of society including mass media, business enterprises, public service, research institutes, and museums.

Archaeology is the discipline involving the reconstruction, explanation and interpretation of the past through material remains from archaeological sites. The discipline is mainly concerned with artifacts and sites of prehistoric and early historic times, such as the Paleolithic, Neolithic, Bronze Age and Iron Ages. Archaeological artifacts include stone tools, pottery remains, metal artifacts and bones. Archaeology students devote their time and effort to both class work and field studies. They learn how to collect, analyze and interpret archaeological material by studying archaeological methods and theories. Courses regarding prehistoric and early historic cultural events of Korea, China, Japan, and other parts of the world are offered. Field training involves occasional and organized surveys, excavations and other field data processing techniques.

Students who are interested in the study of archaeology are strongly encouraged to continue their studies at graduate school. M.A. and Ph.D. programs are provided in the department. Academic positions are available for qualified students and professionals. Graduate students apply for curator positions at national and public museums and institutions. They may also develop their careers by participating in excavations of archaeological sites in Korea.

A curriculum is offered on the philosophical ideology of both the Orient and the West. Oriental philosophy courses include the philosophy of Buddhism, Indian philosophy, Confucianism, Daoism, Neo-Confucianism, Yangmingism, Korean philosophy, and Korean neo-Confucianism. Western philosophy courses include Western ancient pilosophy, the Western modern pilosophy, modern comtemporary British and American philosophy, modern German philosophy, social philosophy, Ethics, and others focused on era or time as well as issue-centered lectures.

Graduates can continue their studies and have teaching careers. They can also enter fields such as philosophy, journalism, and government. At present, graduates are working as teachers, businessmen, journalists, government employees, professors, pastors, and politicians. Those who complete professional courses can acquire teaching certificates for ethics or philosophy.

The goal of the Department of Korean History is to develop wide-ranging, critical, ethically sound thought through the systematic study of Korean history. First and second grade students study the general history of ancient and modern Korea. Third and fourth grade students, undertake more specialized studies of Korean politics, economy, society, and culture. Using the resources of the Baekje Research Institute and the museum attached to Chungnam National University, and by visiting historic sites in spring and fall, students can meet with the real artifacts of the prehistoric age and Baekje culture. They also undertake detailed various scientific studies, through such activities like making rubbed copies.

Students can continue their studies in a graduate school, or go into fields related to their major such as work in museums, research institutes, the press, and public offices. More importantly, through the understanding of the various knowledge of Korean history, graduates become life guides in all fields.