Sogang University
Published on 18 June 2026
On May 20, Sogang University's Korean Language Education Center and BoinIT signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly develop and operate an online Korean language program under the Sogang TOPIK brand. The partnership responds to growing global demand for structured Korean language education and aims to make systematic TOPIK preparation accessible to learners regardless of location.
The program is designed to serve international students and foreign workers, offering a learning pathway from introductory Korean through to TOPIK examination readiness. Content will be delivered in stages, supplemented by interactive features including topic-based games, practice problem sets, and level assessment tools — elements intended to sustain learner engagement over the course of study.
The collaboration divides responsibilities along each institution's core strengths. The Korean Language Education Center will draw on its accumulated expertise in Korean language pedagogy to ensure the quality and depth of educational content. BoinIT will provide the online platform infrastructure and operational support to ensure a stable and accessible learning environment.
Director Kim Jinhwa of the Korean Language Education Center and CEO Jongyun Lee of BoinIT formalized the agreement, with both parties indicating plans to accelerate the digital transformation of Korean language education and expand tailored services for global learners.
The Sogang TOPIK online program is expected to contribute to measurable improvements in learners' TOPIK outcomes while removing the time and geographic barriers that have historically limited access to quality Korean language instruction.
