10 Language Centers to Learn and Improve Your English and Korean in Malaysia
You’re never too old to pick up a new language or continue strengthening your English vocabulary. The learning simply never stops! Since this year has been a K-craze with K-pop groups such as Blackpink and BTS, or K-dramas such as Squid Game dominating the world, why don’t you try learning Korean instead?
While you’re at that, you can also improve your English skills with courses designed for businesses, you’ll never stutter again during presentations! Below are 10 “Daebak” Korean and Fun English language centers in Malaysia for you to join.
Korean-Only Centers to Learn Korean, Also Known as Hangul, so You Can Impress Oppa.
The Korea Tourism Organisation Malaysia
Be part of the ‘Kaki Korea Club’ hosted by the Korea Tourism Organisation Kuala Lumpur (KTOKL) for free! That’s right, you don’t have to pay anything at all in order for you to join a class here. Simply submit your application to attend their Korean classes at Korea Plaza and wait for the confirmation details. Easy!
Pro of Korea Tourism Organisation Malaysia:
- Free graduate-level course of Korean language.
- The course and syllabus is recognised by King Sejong Institute.
- You get to meet other people who are just as passionate in all things Korean!
- Other activities hosted by KTOKL are Korean cooking class, Korean dance class, Free & Easy Travel (FIT) seminars, and special tourism promotional events.
Cons of Korea Tourism Organisation Malaysia:
- While it’s a free course, they do take attendance seriously. Students who fail to meet a 70% attendance record will not be qualified for the certificate from King Sejong Institute.
- You’ll need to score marks above 60% in your Korean examination or you won’t receive any certificates.
Extra Details:
| About The Course | 4 proficiency levels. Consists of 20 weeks of curriculum and 1 week of examination (5 months per level). |
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| Course Fee | Free |
| Address | Korea Plaza (Ground Floor), Menara Hap Seng, Jalan P Ramlee, 50250 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia |
Park Ssaem’s Korean Language Center
Learning to speak and write Korean is as easy as eating Kimchi! Literally savour delicious Korean food while learning Hangul, because you get to join their cooking classes, every once a month at Park Ssaem’s Korean Language Center. Their fees are pretty affordable too!
Pros of Park Ssaem’s Korean Language Center:
- Fees are affordable.
- Trial classes are available for free.
- You’ll only be charged for the classes you’ve attended.
- Private and group classes are available.
- Enjoy cooking Korean dishes once a month.
- You can also watch Korean tutorials on their YouTube channel.
Cons of Park Ssaem’s Korean Language Center:
- Website is unavailable. You can only refer to their Facebook or Whatsapp to get more details on the classes.
Extra Details:
| About The Course | Class durations are about 30 mins – 1 hour. Classes available for beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. |
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| Course Fee | RM160 / 4 regular classes. Free for trial class. Get details on the fees by enquiring at 0113320470 (Whatsapp). |
| Address | No 120-1, Jalan Tun Sambanthan, Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia |
Suppli Language Solution
It’s all about the fun learning here at Suppli Language Solution! They only take in 5 students per class, ensuring maximum concentration is attainable during lessons. To make things easier for you, they only provide 2 types of Korean language courses – standard or express. Just choose your preferred course and sign up!
Pros of Suppli Language Solution:
- Small class, only 5 students per session.
- Uses activities and visuals as learning aids.
- Syllabus based on TOPIK.
- Free trial class.
- Affordable fees.
- No commitment.
- Express class available for those looking to take exams.
Cons of Suppli Language Solution:
- Not much information is provided on the website.
Extra Details:
| About The Course | Standard or Express Course. Syllabus based on TOPIK. |
|---|---|
| Course Fee | RM99 per month Free for trial class. |
| Address | Suppli Language Solution, 28-1, Plaza Usahawan Genting Klang, Jalan Danau Niaga 1, 53300 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. |
Korean Language House (KLH)
One of the best-rated centers to learn Korean language here in KL, Korean Language House has various classes including its TOPIK preparation class. Suitable for beginners or advanced learners, students learn Korean by understanding the rules and ways to find the correct answers to the question. You also have the flexibility to opt for private or online classes too!
Pros of Korean Language House:
- Covers various Korean classes such as TOPIK preparation, conversational class, preparation for speech contest, drama script translating class, kids classes and many more.
- Online classes and private tutors are available.
- Free consultation about studying, living or working in Korea.
- You can learn Korean at your own pace.
- Able to read most of the Korean words after the first 2 hours of lesson.
- You might be given an opportunity to stay together with a Korean host family and experience Korean culture with the KLH Study Tour programme.
Cons of Korean Language House:
- Students must pay a registration fee of RM50 and pay the fees in full during registration – installments are not available.
Extra Details:
| About The Course | There are 5 types of courses: Private tuition, Directed Self–Study Direct Teaching Method by Native Korean Direct Teaching Method by Local Tutor Online Directed Self–Study |
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| Course Fee | Varies according to course. Please contact Ms JC at 016- 3533658 (WhatsApp). |
| Address | Pusat Bahasa Asia Timur Oriental Language Education Sdn Bhd (974025-A) 2nd Floor, 64, Jalan SS 2/66, SS 2, 47300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia |
Language Centers That Offer Both Korean and English Courses.
Interactive Language Centre (ILC) Language Academy – Four Times Educational Center Sdn Bhd
Fully grasp the fundamentals of Korean culture and society at Interactive Language Centre (ILC) Language Academy. Not only will the course teach you how to pronounce and write the Korean alphabet but it also covers the general understanding of Korean culture, so you’ll be Korea-ready when you travel there! Other than the Korean language, you can also boost your skills in English with their extensive English language courses such as IELTS, Business English, TOEIC and many more.
Pros of the Interactive Language Centre (ILC) Language Academy:
- 12 hours out of the 72 hour course is dedicated to Korean cultural activity.
- Test of Proficiency in Korean (TOPIK) offered for individuals looking to work or study in Korea. Course covers a comprehensive understanding of Korean society through local newspapers, TV programmes, news and literary works.
- You’ll be taught by Native Korean tutors for Korean classes.
- Get a variety of English courses suited to your needs.
- Trial classes are available.
Cons of the Interactive Language Centre (ILC) Language Academy:
- Courses are long, depending on your course it can range up to 70++ hours.
- Not much details are on their website for the Korean language course.
Extra Details:
| About The Course | Wide range of English Courses. Korean course available for Elementary and Intermediate. |
|---|---|
| Course Fee | English courses (RM100 – RM550++) Korean course (RM120++) |
| Address | No. 2A/2B, Jalan Sulaiman 1, Taman Putra Sulaiman, 68000 Ampang Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. |
Inter-cultural Language School (ICLS)
Another well-known institution in Malaysia, the Inter-cultural Language School offers both Korean Language Courses and English Language Courses. Established in 1990, experience high-quality learning with only the best with qualified educators in Korean (native speaker) and English (with both British and American accent).
Pros of the Inter-cultural Language School (ICLS):
- Targeted syllabus according to your needs.
- Intensive courses available for both Korean and English languages.
- Part time and full time courses are available.
- Online classes are also available.
- You can opt for a private tutor.
- TOPIK Preparatory Course (Korean) is available.
- Experience multinational classmates from Japan, China, Taiwan, Russia, Kazakhstan and more.
- Qualified and experienced teachers.
Cons of the Inter-cultural Language School (ICLS):
- Textbooks are not included in the fee.
Extra Details:
| About The Course | Wide range of English Courses including Business English, IELTS, TOEIC or TOEFL Preparation and Pronunciation courses according to demand. Korean course available for beginner, intermediate and advanced. |
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| Course Fee | English courses (RM450 – RM500++) Korean course (RM430-RM970++) *Price varies according to the course selected. |
| Address | D5/D6, Ground Floor, Block D, Fahrenheit88, Jln Bukit Bintang, Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur. |
MyTeacher Languages
Looking for a language center that caters for your corporate needs instead? At MyTeacher Languages you can! Offering both Korean and English languages, their courses are designed to provide staff with conversational tools for your business. Educators at the MyTeacher Languages are well versed in government/semi-government bodies, oil and gas, cosmetics, banking and many more. Other than that, you get the usual language packages for beginners, intermediate and advanced for Korean and English courses.
Pros of the MyTeacher Languages:
- Various classes ranging from private, group, corporate, kids and online.
- Trial class is available online.
- Intensive classes with durations between 1.5 hours to 2 hours.
- Highly-interactive learning environment.
- Their group classes are small with only about 6-8 students per session.
Cons of the MyTeacher Languages:
- It’s quite expensive.
Extra Details:
| About The Course | Wide range of English Courses including Business English, IELTS, TOEIC or TOEFL Preparation and Pronunciation courses according to demand. Korean course available for beginner, intermediate and advanced. |
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| Course Fee | English courses (RM450 – RM500++) Korean course (RM430-RM970++) *Price varies according to the course selected. |
| Address | D5/D6, Ground Floor, Block D, Fahrenheit88, Jln Bukit Bintang, Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur. |
LMF International Language Academy
Speak Korean in just 8 weeks or build your confidence in English with LMF International Language Academy! There are English courses for both adults and teenagers such as Business English, Conversational Class and IELTS. While for the Korean course, you’ll be taught to speak, listen and read with their 10 year proven teaching method!
Pros of the LMF International Language Academy:
- Various English courses and uses Cambridge English.
- Their English courses are great for working adults.
- You only need 8 lessons to be a pro in Hangul.
- Small groups per class. Maximum of 10 students only.
- There are a lot of testimonials on their website.
Cons of the LMF International Language Academy:
- It’s quite expensive.
Extra Details:
| About The Course | Various English courses and uses Cambridge English. For Korean, 8 lessons per level and follows the TOPIK syllabus |
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| Course Fee | English courses (RM960 – RM3,410++) Korean course (RM1,060 – RM3,510++) *Price varies according to the course selected. |
| Address | 58-1, Jalan PJS 11/28A, Bandar Sunway, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia. |
Language Centers That Offers English-Only Language Courses.
British Council Malaysia
No stranger to the English education realm, British Council Malaysia has been here for decades – even before Malaysia’s independence. Whether you prefer physical classes or online classes, you open up opportunities as British Council Malaysia establishes a gateway for you to study in the UK.
Pros of British Council Malaysia:
- Extensive British English courses including IELTS
- Corporate training available.
- Private, one to one session available.
- Interactive and engaging learning sessions.
- Choose to attend physical or online classes.
- All courses are HRDF claimable.
Cons of British Council Malaysia:
- Fees are not directly mentioned. You may have to book a consultation session.
Extra Details:
| About The Course | Multi British English courses |
|---|---|
| Course Fee | Book a consultation to find out more details on fees. |
| Address | Ground Floor, West Block, Wisma Golden Eagle Realty 142C, Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur |
Awesome English Language Centre
Registered with the Ministry of Education, Awesome English Language Centre specialises in 4 modules of English teaching. Besides that, the centre also offers a Ladies-Only class! This creates a safe space for female students to learn together with an experienced female tutor. While for business professionals, elevate your presentation skills, engage in better conversations with clients and more with their English for Professionals Programme!
Pros of Awesome English Language Centre:
- Internationally recognized English courses.
- 7 different English courses with different course durations and different levels of command.
- Part time and full time courses available.
- Has a ‘Ladies Only’ class.
- Offers ‘Little Angels’ courses for 6-12 year olds.
- IELTS guarantee, free additional month of tuition and a subsequent test if you fail the first test.
- Skill based placement test for faster progression and maximum benefits.
- Native British and American teachers with years of experience.
- Various facilities on campus.
Cons of Awesome English Language Centre:
- Some courses require student visas or tourist visas.
Extra Details:
| About The Course | Wide range of courses including I.E 2.0 Intensive, Express, Leisure, Exclusive English, English for Professionals and more. |
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| Course Fee | Fees range between RM2,000 – RM9,000++. *Price varies according to the course selected. |
| Address | Ground Floor, West Block, Wisma Golden Eagle Realty 142C, Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur |
Now you know where you can go to improve and master both Korean and English languages. With a variety of packages for you to choose from various language centers, select what works for you and use it to your advantage. It’s the investment of a lifetime!
Remember to always enquire further details on fees and courses before signing up to avoid any disappointment. Also do note, information on the above are subject to change according to each learning center.
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