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Hallyu: Story of Korean Pop Culture
Online course
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Inspired by the V&A exhibition Hallyu! The Korean Wave, this course will explore the meteoric rise of popular culture from South Korea in the past three decades, from its inception to its place on the global stage.
- Learn from our world-class experts wherever, whenever: watch lectures live or view the recording later in your own time.
- Time to explore: 12 hours of lectures over six weeks.
- Consolidate your learning: download lecture notes, copies of the presentations, and additional study materials from our secure Microsoft Teams learning environment.
- Join the conversation: share your perspective with your fellow students, and support each other in your further enquiries outside of class time.
- Learn at your own pace: lecture recordings and study materials are available for six weeks after the course ends, so you'll never miss a minute.
Course Leader
Rosalie Kim
Rosalie Kim is the Lead Curator for Hallyu! The Korean Wave at the V&A. She is also the Curator of the Korean collection in the Asian Department at the V&A since 2012. With a background in architecture and philosophy, her interest lies in the making of contemporary Korean culture, craft and design in the digital age.
These lectures are jam-packed with information. Previous V&A Academy Student
Course overview
This course will explore the meteoric rise of popular culture from South Korea in the past three decades, from its inception to its place on the global stage. This origin story will be illustrated through K-drama and cinema, K-pop and fandoms, and complemented by its cultural impact on the industries of beauty and fashion.
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Online course: Hallyu: Story of Korean Pop Culture
18 April 2023 - 23 May 2023
£120.00
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