Dr. Yoosun Ko

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Yoosun Ko is an Assistant Professor and Subject Leader in the Language Centre at the University of Warwick. She leads initiatives for expanding the Korean language offerings within the curriculum, having introduced the Korean Beginners Accelerated course in 2021, coinciding with her appointment at Warwick. Her academic background includes a PhD in Human Geography from the University of Exeter, obtained in 2022, and also a master's degree in International Development Cooperation and a bachelor's degree in International Studies. Her work and teaching focus on the intersections of language, culture, and education, drawing from her research expertise in lived experiences and the politics of knowledge production. As she continues her tenure at Warwick, she aims to enhance the integrated Korean language modules within the university's degree pathways, supporting students in their language learning journeys.

Research Interests

Courses

Korean Beginners Accelerated Korean 2 Korean 3 Korean 4 Korean Beginners Language Degree Students Korean 2 Language Degree Students Korean 3 Language Degree Students

Requirements for University of Warwick

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.1
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:92
PTE
Listening
Required:59
Reading
Required:59
Writing
Required:59
Speaking
Required:59
Overall
Required:62
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in Engineering or a related STEM discipline
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Official transcripts
  • Degree certificate
  • Personal statement
  • One academic reference
  • CV/Resume
  • English language proficiency evidence
Specialization Notes

Includes General, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Biomedical, and Manufacturing Engineering. Most programs fall under English Band A.