History
2007 – Korean Language Courses Started
The UPI Language Center held its first Korean language course, which has continued until today.
2015 – Program Officially Established
Based on UPI Rector Decree No. 5181/UN40/HK/2015 dated August 5, 2015, the Korean Language Education Program was officially opened under FPBS UPI.
2015 – First Student Cohort
A total of 53 students were admitted as the first cohort of the Korean Language Education Program.
2018 – National Accreditation Application
The program applied for national accreditation from BAN-PT as part of formal academic quality recognition.
2019 – Grade B from BAN-PT
The program received a Grade B accreditation based on BAN-PT Decree No. 4598/SK/BAN-PT/Akred/S/X/2019.
2024 – Excellent Accreditation from LAMDIK
The program received an Excellent accreditation from LAMDIK based on Decree No. 845/SK/LAMDIK/Ak/S/VIII/2024.
Since its inception, the number of applicants for the Korean Language Education Program has steadily increased—from 220 to 1,859 in 2022—while the intake capacity remains at 80 students per year. To date, the program has graduated around 180 alumni working in various sectors such as education, translation, manufacturing, secretarial services, and more. Several alumni have also pursued graduate studies at prestigious universities domestically and abroad. The program actively collaborates with national institutions like AJARI, PELBAKORI, APSKI, King Sejong Institute, and KCCI, as well as international partners including KOICA, Korea Foundation, AKS, Soonchun Hyang University, Sookmyung Women’s University, and Jeju National University.
Vision
To become a pioneer in implementing a high-quality Korean language and culture education program with an international quality management system for the period 2021–2025.
Mission
- To provide education focused on Korean language and culture with an internationally standardized quality management system.
- To conduct excellent research in Korean language and culture that is eligible for publication in indexed and/or reputable journals.
- To develop, apply, and utilize knowledge in the field of Korean language and culture through community service.
- To enhance visibility and partnerships with national and international institutions.
Goals
- Implementation of education focused on Korean language and culture with an internationally standardized quality management system.
- Execution of excellent research in the field of Korean language and culture that is eligible for publication in indexed and/or reputable journals.
- Execution of development and cultural preservation of Korea through community service.
- Increased visibility and partnerships with national and international institutions.
Graduate Competencies
- Possess core competencies as educators in the field of Korean language and culture.
- Skilled in writing, translation, journalism, the arts, and research.
- Proficient in Korean for tourism, office work, business, and science & technology.
Program Contact
Korean Language Education Program
Faculty of Language and Literature Education – Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia
Jl. Dr. Setiabudhi No. 229, Building A FPBS UPI, 1st Floor
Postal Code 40154, Bandung City
Phone: 085161480508
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: @dikkoreaupi
National Accreditation (LAMDIK)
The Korean Language Education Program at FPBS UPI is currently accredited as EXCELLENT based on LAMDIK Decree No. 845/SK/LAMDIK/Ak/S/VIII/2024. This accreditation is valid from August 7, 2024 to August 6, 2029. More information can be accessed through the official LAMDIK website: https://lamdik.or.id
International Accreditation (ACQUIN)
Internationally, the Korean Language Education Program at FPBS UPI has been accredited by ACQUIN (Accreditation, Certification and Quality Assurance Institute), a higher education accreditation agency from Germany. The accreditation is valid until September 30, 2030 based on the certificate issued in Bayreuth on March 10, 2025.
Facilities at FPBS UPI
A complete list of special facilities at the Faculty of Language and Literature Education (FPBS) at UPI is available through the following link.
View FPBS FacilitiesGeneral Facilities at UPI
In addition to faculty-level facilities, UPI also provides general supporting facilities for the entire academic community.
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April 16, 2026
Academic Visit by Prof. Kim Kyung Hwan, Ph.D. from Kyungdong University to Explore a Double Degree Program at FPBS UPI
January 21, 2026
Korean Language Education Study Program Receives IDR 25 Million in Education Funding Support from KOCHAM Indonesia
December 10, 2025
PBK FPBS UPI Student Wins First Place in Story Telling at the West Java Munhwa Matsuri Competition
December 10, 2025
PBK FPBS UPI Student Wins Best Catwalk Award at Putra Putri Bumi Siliwangi UPI 2025
December 10, 2025
Korean Language Education Students of FPBS UPI Achieve Recognition at National Literature Competition
May 13, 2026
FPBS UPI Student Receives Laptop Assistance from BRI
May 9, 2026
FPBS UPI Holds Career Guidance Session for 2026 Wave II Graduating Students
May 5, 2026
Expanding Students' Global Opportunities, FPBS UPI Signs Cooperation Agreement with Sekiya Resort for the MBKM Internship Program in Japan
May 2, 2026
Global Academic Contribution: Prof. Fuad Abdul Hamied Receives Routledge Book Grant Award
April 21, 2026
FPBS Holds Ramadan 1447 H Committee Dissolution Meeting, Appreciating Togetherness and the Successful Implementation of Religious Activities at Al Furqan Mosque UPI