2026 Europe-Wide Korean Language Competition – Call for Applications

The Education Sections of the Embassies of the Republic of Korea in France, Germany and the United Kingdom are pleased to announce the 2026 Europe-Wide Korean Language Competition (Korean Out Loud), aimed at promoting Korean language learning across Europe and recognising outstanding learners.

The competition is open to undergraduate students studying Korean at higher education institutions across Europe and features two categories: Korean Speech and Korean Singing.

Following an online preliminary round based on video submissions, seven finalists (individuals or teams) will be selected in each category, making a total of 14 finalists (individuals or teams). The in-person final will take place in Paris on 12 December 2026.

[Key Dates and Competition Details]

• Eligibility: Undergraduate students enrolled at higher education institutions in Europe who are learning Korean (excluding native Korean speakers, overseas Koreans and other ineligible applicants).
• Categories: Korean Speech and Korean Singing.
• Application and preliminary video submission period: 3–23 November 2026.
• Date and time of the final: Saturday 12 December 2026, 1.00–4.30 pm.
• Venue: Maison de la Corée, Cité internationale universitaire de Paris.
• How to apply: Submit a completed application form and a preliminary round video by email.

[Prizes and Travel Support]

First-place winners in each category will receive a return flight ticket between Europe and Korea, while second-place winners will be awarded a Samsung Galaxy tablet, alongside a range of other prizes.

Flight tickets will be arranged taking into account the winners' departure locations and preferred travel dates.

Finalists travelling to Paris for the in-person final will also be eligible for partial reimbursement of their travel expenses, depending on their place of residence.

For full details of the competition, including eligibility requirements and application procedures, please refer to the application form and competition guidelines.

We warmly encourage university students across Europe with an interest in the Korean language and culture to take part in this exciting opportunity.

Important Notice: As our website is currently experiencing technical difficulties, please contact us at ambcoree-edu@mofa.or.kr to receive the competition guidelines, application form and event poster.