Bachelor in Comparative Literature and Culture

Tuition comes to 13,563,000 KRW per year.

Comparative Literature and Culture at Yonsei University examines literary works and cultural texts across different languages, nations, and traditions. Students typically study literary theory and criticism alongside close readings of works from multiple cultural traditions, learning to analyze how literature reflects and shapes social, historical, and political contexts. Coursework often draws connections between literature and other forms of cultural expression, such as film and visual art, encouraging students to think broadly about how culture is produced, translated, and interpreted across borders. Writing-intensive seminars are common in this field, giving students practice constructing and defending critical arguments about literary and cultural texts. Graduates pursue careers as writers, editors, translators, and cultural critics, as well as roles in publishing, media, and cultural organizations. Some continue into graduate study in literature, cultural studies, or related humanities fields, aiming toward academic or research careers, while others apply their analytical and writing skills in journalism, communications, or the creative industries. This bachelor's degree is offered by Yonsei University, located in the Seodaemun-gu district of Seoul, South Korea. The program runs for eight semesters, or four years, with intake in March or September. Instruction is delivered in English, allowing international students to study comparative literature and culture without needing to first learn Korean. The program is designed to develop strong critical reading and writing skills applicable across a wide range of humanities-oriented careers.