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Lexis

BusanSouth Korea
  • Minimum age: 18 years
  • Levels: beginner to upper advanced
  • Average number of students per class: 9
  • Google reviews4.9/5 · 452 reviews
43start dates in 2027, every Monday

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A language school in Busan, South Korea, to make progress in Korean

Lexis in Busan: learning Korean in a stimulating setting

Lexis is a very pleasant option for a language course in Busan. The school lets you learn Korean in a lively setting, with a good balance between serious lessons and quality of everyday life.

A destination that brings the language to life beyond the classroom

In Busan, conversations do not stop when lessons end. The pace of the city and its openness make practising Korean more spontaneous and help you make the most of the immersion.

Courses

Flexible start dates

Intensive Korean

From345.000,00 KRW/ week
  • 1 to 52 weeks
Start date
Starts every Monday
This course at Lexis Busan

A full-time Korean course for non-native students who want to make fast progress. Morning core classes cover speaking, listening, reading and writing, and an afternoon programme lets students pick skills-focused options to work on the areas that matter most to them.

The syllabus follows one theme each week, so students can join on any week and stay for as long as they like. Self-study and homework are part of the course, and cultural classes introduce Korean traditions and history beyond the language itself.

Flexible start dates

Standard Korean

From270.000,00 KRW/ week
  • 1 to 52 weeks
Start date
Starts every Monday
This course at Lexis Busan

A part-time Korean course for students who learn the language out of personal interest. It follows only the core curriculum of the intensive course, building speaking, listening, reading and writing skills without the afternoon programme.

Like all Lexis Korea courses it runs on a weekly themed syllabus, so students can start in any week and study for any length of time. Revising class material and doing the homework is expected.

Flexible start dates

TOPIK Preparation

From345.000,00 KRW/ week
  • 1 to 52 weeks
Start date
Starts every Monday
This course at Lexis Busan

Preparation for the Test of Proficiency in Korean (TOPIK), the official exam that measures the Korean of non-native speakers and is recognised for study, work and immigration purposes. Experienced exam specialists teach the course.

It combines targeted lessons, practice tests with past exam papers under real exam conditions, and personal feedback from teachers, covering reading, writing, listening, speaking, grammar and vocabulary. The school suggests a course of around ten to twelve weeks, though students may join at any time.

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Flexible start dates

IELTS Preparation

From290.000,00 KRW/ week
  • 1 to 52 weeks
Start date
Starts every Monday

Accommodation

Accommodation

Host family

From 294,00 USD / week

Room
Single room
Bathroom
Shared bathroom
Meals
Breakfast
Internet access
Internet access depending on the option
Minimum duration
1 week
Minimum age
18 years
This accommodation at Lexis Busan

Living with a carefully selected Korean family lets students see daily life first-hand, share home-cooked Korean meals and use the language naturally outside class. Hosts enjoy introducing the hidden corners of their city beyond the usual tourist routes.

Homes range from modern downtown apartments to larger houses in the suburbs. The school offers homestays in Seoul (Gangnam and Hongdae) and in Busan.

Accommodation

Student Residence

From 266,00 USD / week

Room
Double room
Bathroom
Shared bathroom
Meals
Meals not specified
Internet access
Wifi
Minimum duration
1 week
Minimum age
18 years
This accommodation at Lexis Busan

Studio apartments a very short walk from the campus, fully furnished with an en-suite bathroom, a private kitchen, laundry facilities and free fast Wi-Fi. The layout gives privacy while leaving room to meet classmates.

The Busan residence stands just across from the campus and a short walk from Seomyeon Station, one of the busiest central districts. The building has a convenience store open around the clock, with street food, cafes, department stores and nightlife close by.

Students can choose a single room for maximum independence, or a twin or quad room to share the experience and make friends. The building has a convenience store open around the clock.

Accommodation

Mini studio

From 161,00 USD / week

Room
Single room
Bathroom
Private bathroom
Meals
Meals not specified
Internet access
Wifi
Minimum duration
1 week
Minimum age
18 years
This accommodation at Lexis Busan

The most affordable private option: a compact single room of the kind known locally as a goshiwon, popular with Korean university students. Each room has basic furniture and a private bathroom, and the building offers a shared kitchen and laundry area, often with free rice, noodles and kimchi.

In Busan the mini-studios are in the Seomyeon area, within a short walk of the campus, close to shops, restaurants and nightlife, with CCTV, auto-locking doors and on-site security. Rooms are small.

Accommodation

Aparthotel

From 700,00 USD / week

Room
Double room
Bathroom
Private bathroom
Meals
Breakfast
Internet access
Wifi
Minimum duration
2 weeks
Minimum age
18 years
This accommodation at Lexis Busan

A more comfortable step up: serviced apartments run by trusted partners, each with an en-suite bathroom, a private kitchen, laundry facilities, free fast Wi-Fi, daily cleaning and breakfast. They suit students who want extra comfort or are travelling with family or friends.

In Busan the school is affiliated with Toyoko Inn, a few minutes' walk from the campus, with single and double rooms and breakfast included.

Transfers offered

Transfers

Airport Transfer Incheon (ICN) - Busan

Type : All types

Airport Transfer Gimhae (PUS) - Busan

Type : All types

Google reviews

What students say

4.9 / 5 · 452 Google reviews
★★★★ 4 / 5

I went to Lexis twice and here are my thoughts:

TLDR: Good for the Korean class, arrange the rest yourself ;)

Pros:
- the quality of teachers is excellent, I was in the Pre-Intermediate level and really happy with the teacher.
- Everything is taught in Korean which is hard but also really opens up the possibility to 'fully immerse' yourself in the language (students are encouraged to speak Korean in class, that of course depends on your level but many will be happy to try).
- I liked that there was a huge emphasis on speaking. After all, we would want to speak to people in Korean, rather than write long essays ;)
- The pace was fast but you really got a lot of bang for your bucks in that regard ;)
- I liked that you had a focus on grammar (with talking and new vocab in the morning) and the afternoon class for 'survival Korean'. It would be nice if you could book the latter independently.
- In my level we had no homework which unappreciated as you needed time to review anyway and also honestly need to let everything settle as it can be quite overwhelming.

Cons:
- Personally I have mixed feelings about the accomodation service. I stayed with 2 host families and compared to home stays in other countries I've done the host families here didn't interact much with the guest. At my last home stay I even ate by myself most days and my hosts were not present to be chatted with. Also my meals seemed to be barely enough to fill me up, I would strongly advise against the dinners as you can eat better (and for the same price) outside. The point of a host family for me was the cultural exchange and shared meals with conversations. Without that I find the cost for this arrangement too high. You can find small apartments or very cheap hostels. Also you don't know anything about the host family other than their age and receive one picture of the room and some of the apartment. The families are often far away (which you're made aware of before) but it does add up having to commute 45min one way. So next time I would not choose the accomodation service (also the placement fee is very high, better do research yourself!).

- The classrooms are tiny. It works out but really you can barely squeeze behind a person sitting or worse, everyone has to get up. Nothing to do about it but just as a heads-up.

- The onboarding seems a bit too long. You're watching a 20min video with points that are given to you in a hand out. Then you do a quick interview which is fine. What I didn't like was that they try to force you to write a review about your feelings on day 1 before you even had a class. That's really not reflective of what your experience will actually be. Please stop doing that.

Constanze B.March 21, 2026
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★★★★★ 5 / 5

It’s really peaceful place. Location is really good and easy to find. If u find a school where do u want to study your Korean language, totally recommend!!

Милена ХакимоваMay 18, 2026
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★★★ 3 / 5

Arrived at 9! Couldn’t find the right ironing to DS Tower
Registration was smooth
Presentation video sufficient for general understanding
Hope to have a fruitful learning experience

Melissa Rosalind CC TanAugust 3, 2026
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★★★★★ 5 / 5

I spent a lovely week learning Korean at Lexis, Busan! People were welcoming and friendly and I learnt a lot in just a few days. I wish I could have stayed longer!

Claudia LonardiApril 4, 2026
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★★★★★ 5 / 5

The teachers are all nice and funny. The pacing is a bit fast, but still understandable! Like it a lot!

Nici PekJuly 28, 2026
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Everything about Lexis

A modern, well-organised study environment

The study environment seems well structured, with clear points of reference for working effectively, and with spaces that allow serious work while still leaving room to breathe.

Why choose this school?

For learning Korean in Busan, this school offers a convincing balance between language progress, local immersion and quality of life. It is an address worth considering for building a project that runs more smoothly, reads more clearly and feels more reassuring.

At a glance

Starting price
from KRW 270,000 per week of classes (Standard Korean, 30 weeks minimum) — Fees for 2027 checked on 18 October 2026
Accommodation
Homestay, single room, half board; Homestay, single room, full board; Residence, single room, no meals; Private apartment, single room, no meals; Residence, double room, no meals

Practical information

Minimum age
18 years
Number of classes
10
Average number of students per class
9
Levels
beginner to upper advanced
Public holidays
3 Oct 2026, 5 Oct 2026, 9 Oct 2026, 25 Dec 2026
Holidays
From 24/09/26 to 26/09/26

Facilities

  • Disabled access
  • Wifi

Services

  • General courses
  • Exam preparation
  • Special courses
  • Family
  • Shared Apartment

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a stay at Lexis cost?

From KRW 270,000 per week of classes (Standard Korean, 30 weeks minimum). Budget for 2 weeks: KRW 1,396,000, about €940 (indicative, as of 18 October 2026). Budget for 4 weeks: KRW 2,612,000, about €1,760 (indicative, as of 18 October 2026). Includes: course: Standard Korean; accommodation: homestay, single room, half board; return transfer (Airport Transfer Gimhae (PUS) – Busan). Sample start date: 4 January 2027, outside peak season. Fees for 2027 checked on 18 October 2026.

What accommodation does Lexis offer?

Accommodation offered: Homestay, single room, half board (from KRW 308,000 per week); Homestay, single room, full board (from KRW 392,000 per week); Residence, single room, no meals (from KRW 406,000 per week); Private apartment, single room, no meals (from KRW 168,000 per week); Residence, double room, no meals (from KRW 266,000 per week). Fees for 2027 checked on 18 October 2026.

When do courses start at Lexis in 2027?

Courses start on Mondays: 43 start dates in 2027, from 4 January 2027 to 20 December 2027.

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Source: school website (lexiskorea.com), read on 8 November 2026.

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