With a growing community, increased interest in K-culture, and strong ties between Australia and South Korea, there's never been a better time to learn Korean. Whether it's for work, fun, or a fondness for K-dramas, there are lots of options for learning the language in Perth. Let's see where and how you can learn Korean in Perth.
Korean Language & Cultural Education Centre
Once you have your reasons for studying Korean, you can consider where and how you'll study it. There are several options and ways to study Korean without leaving Perth. After that, who knows where your Korean might take you! The first is the Korean Language & Cultural Education Centre.
You can find the Korean Language & Cultural Education Centre in the South Perth Learning Centre on the corner of South Tce. & Sandgate Street. There are beginner, intermediate, and advanced courses, as well as courses for young learners, travellers, and those preparing for their TOPIK (Test of Proficiency in Korean).
The course for beginners will teach you how to read and write using the Korean writing system (Hangul), how to speak using the present tense to express wants and needs, express opinions about liking and disliking things, and learn about aspects of Korean culture such as Korean names, Korean food, and Korean music. As students progress, they'll move on to past and future tenses, asking for directions, conjunctions, and how to make and cancel appointments, which can be useful for anyone learning Korean for business reasons. Of course, Perth isn't the only place to find Korean lessons. Across Australia, there are lots of excellent options for learning Korean, and you can even find Korean classes in Brisbane, both online and in person.
Course Details
- Levels Offered: Basic (101–201), Pre‑Intermediate, Intermediate (301–404), Post‑Advanced, and TOPIK preparation
- Formats: In-person group classes at South Perth Learning Centre
- Target Demographics: Adult learners, heritage speakers, travellers, and exam candidates
- Qualifications: Non-accredited; certificates of participation and end-of-term reports available
- Schedule: 8-week terms; weekly 2-hour classes (weeknight evenings and weekends)
- Duration: 8 sessions per term (2 hours each)
- Pricing: Typically $180–$220 per term
Contact Information
- 📍 South Perth Learning Centre, Corner South Terrace & Sandgate Street, South Perth WA 6151
- 🌐 klcip.com
With Korean cultural influence growing in Australia, and especially in Perth, there’s never been a better time to start learning. From K-dramas and K-pop to business connections and cultural exchange, Perth offers a wide range of learning options for every type of student.
North Metropolitan TAFE
Students can learn Korean through North Metropolitan's Korean Beginner Stage 1 course. It serves as an introduction to the Korean language, covering the writing system. It's worth looking into if you're attending NMTAFE, but probably wouldn't be of much use to others looking to study Korean. With multiple campuses, you can even find various Korean classes in and around Perth from the same provider.
Course Details
- Levels Offered: Beginner Stage 1 (introductory, Hangeul literacy)
- Formats: In-person on campus (e.g., Leederville, Joondalup)
- Target Demographics: Adults and adult re‑entry learners
- Qualifications: Certificate III–IV pathway; credit transfers to university possible
- Duration: Semester-based module (month-long skills set)
- Pricing: Standard TAFE fee for students; international fee schedules available
Contact Information
- 📍 Multiple campuses (e.g., Leederville, Joondalup, Perth)
- 🌐 northmetrotafe.wa.edu.au
Language Trainers
Language Trainers offers language courses and tuition across Australia and New Zealand. People in Perth interested in learning Korean can get face-to-face lessons or online lessons. The instructors can come to you or meet in a public place. They will also make their way to Rockingham, Mandurah and Bunbury, Kalgoorlie-Boulder, and Geraldton.
As with other types of lessons and tutoring, one-on-one sessions are more expensive than group sessions, and in-person sessions are more expensive than online sessions. Face-to-face sessions start at $51 an hour, whereas online private lessons start at $37.50 per hour, and online group sessions start from as little as $10.50 an hour.
Course Details
- Levels Offered: Beginner to Advanced, including Business Korean and holiday/intensive formats
- Formats: 1-on-1 private, 2-on-1 paired sessions, small groups (max 8)
- Target Demographics: Adults, professionals, heritage learners
- Qualifications: Informal, tailored lesson outcomes
- Duration & Scheduling: Flexible to match student needs (evenings, weekends)
- Pricing: From A$51/hr in-person, A$37.50/hr online; group sessions from A$10.50/hr
Contact Information
- 🌐 languagetrainers.com.au/korean-courses-perth.php
Listen & Learn
Listen & Learn is another nationwide language-learning service that brings Korean tutoring and classes to students. Much like Language Trainers, they offer face-to-face and online sessions for individuals or groups. They also offer both General Korean and Business Korean, with the latter being a great option for anyone learning Korean for work or for their career.
If you've studied Korean before, it's a good idea to do a level test or evaluate your level in Korean. If you're a complete beginner with no prior Korean study, you can start at the very beginning. As this is a nationwide service, you can find Korean classes in Adelaide, Melbourne, Canberra, and Sydney, too!
Course Details
- Levels Offered: Beginner to Intermediate (General & Business Korean)
- Formats: In-person at flexible Perth locations and online
- Target Demographics: Adults, professionals, travellers
- Qualifications: Certificate of completion provided
- Duration: Customised, from intensive modules to weekly classes
- Pricing: Quoted upon request via phone or website
Contact Information
- 📞 +61 3 8652 1381
- 🌐 listenandlearnaustralia.com.au/korean/perth
Korean is one of the fastest-growing languages in Australia, with demand driven by the global popularity of K-pop, Korean cinema, and Korean cuisine. Perth has seen a steady rise in community interest, as reflected in the growing popularity of cultural festivals, university clubs, and local language schools, which offer more classes each year.
The University of Western Australia
For those serious about their Korean, you could consider majoring in Korean Studies at the University of Western Australia. Unlike other language classes and tutoring, there are entry requirements and an application process to go through as you would with any other university. Additionally, there are fees to consider, which can be significantly greater than the cost of other lessons or tuition. However, this is in return for an undergraduate degree and three or four years of study and options to study more than just the language.
If you want to learn Korean in Perth and make it an integral part of your career plans, then this is likely an option you'll want to consider in earnest. Of course, if you want to go down the university route, you can also find Korean lessons in Melbourne and Australia's other major cities.
Course Details
- Levels Offered: Undergraduate Korean levels: Beginner to Advanced
- Formats: Semester-based in-person units, with possible online components
- Target Demographics: Full-time/part-time degree seekers with university entry
- Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts (Korean Studies major); foundation pathway also available
- Duration: 3-year full-time degree; foundation pathway is 8 months
- Pricing: ~A$48,300/year (domestic/international student fee)
Contact Information
- 📍 35 Stirling Hwy, Crawley WA 6009
- 📞 +61 8 6488 6000
- 🌐 uwa.edu.au/academic-programs/korean-studies
Learn Korean with a Private Tutor in Perth
Tutoring is an excellent way to study, especially when it comes to learning languages. After all, what works for one student won't necessarily work for another and tutors can tailor and adapt their sessions to the student's level, experience, and preferred learning styles.
Tutoring can also be an excellent option for those on a budget. Traditionally, private tutoring was only an option for wealthy families, but in the digital age, you can look for tutors in any subject across a broad range of budgets. As with anything else, you get what you pay for, and the very best tutors will be charging a premium, but that doesn't mean you can't find some excellent tutors on a budget, too.
You can still be taught in groups with private tutors, which can make sessions cheaper as the students in attendance can share the cost of the tutor's time. Online tutoring is also usually more affordable as nobody will have travel costs to consider; you won't have to go anywhere, and neither will your tutor. You can find Korean classes in Canberra and attend them from Perth!
Study Korean with a Private Tutor on Superprof
Superprof offers one of the finest tutoring platforms in the world, and one where you can find Korean tutors in Perth and around the world. There are many tutors, including native speakers, bilinguals, and university graduates, with each offering different teaching styles for different budgets.
You can choose between face-to-face lessons in and around Perth or online via webcam, which is great for students with busy schedules. Your tutor will tailor your session to you, whether it's for business language, cultural knowledge, conversational fluency, or preparing for TOPIK. Simply search for 'Korean' on the Superprof website and start comparing tutor profiles, their reviews, and rates. From Korean classes in Sydney to Perth, you can find them here on Superprof.
Teach Yourself Korean in Perth
There are plenty of ways to work on your Korean or even teach yourself Korean outside of classes and tutoring sessions.
Step 1
Choose Your Learning Style
Decide whether you prefer group classes, private tutoring, or independent study. Consider your schedule, budget, and goals.
Step 2
Pick the Right School or Platform
Explore your options: from local institutions like the Korean Language & Cultural Education Centre to flexible online lessons through Superprof.
Step 3
Immerse and Practise
Join local language meetups, attend Korean events, and use cafés and bookstores around Perth to practise your skills.
Korean Cultural Centre and Community Groups
In Perth, you could look to the Korean Cultural Club (UWA & Local Community) that promotes Korean culture through workshops, film nights, quiz events, and pop-up stalls at festivals. The Korean Cultural Centre Australia (KCCA) also hosts online events like K-pop dance workshops and virtual cultural sessions.
Language Exchange Meetups
There are regular gatherings of Meetup groups for Korean/English conversation sessions and language exchanges in Perth. Most major cities in Australia have these kinds of groups and communities, so you can find Korean classes in Sydney, Perth, or anywhere you like.
Libraries and Conversation Circles
The City of Perth Libraries stock Korean-language materials, including books, magazines, and DVDs, for a range of reading levels. For more modern learners, the library
Community Festivals and Cultural Events
The Perth Korean Day Festival in Northbridge has taekwondo demonstrations, traditional games, music, food stalls and plenty of opportunities to immerse yourself in the Korean language. There are also K-pop festivals with music, dance, and street food stalls. You can find more information on local event calendars.
Korean Bookstores and Cultural Spaces
Both our aforementioned cafés and supermarkets, such as Morning Glory and Seoul Mart City, also offer materials for studying Korean. If you need Korean resources, these could be an excellent starting point.
Korean Cafés and Restaurants
Places like Morning Glory on Hay St or Seoul Mart City and Seoul Mart Victoria Park are great places for reading immersion, practising ordering in Korean, or getting things you need for your latest Korean recipes. You could even get Korean classes here on Superprof and have them take place in these cafés or restaurants.
You don’t need to travel to Korea to immerse yourself in the language! Perth’s own “Koreatown” strip around William Street in Northbridge features Korean supermarkets, beauty stores, cafés, and community centres where you can practise everyday Korean while soaking up the culture.
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