Wednesday, 30 May 2018

Inje University - 외국에서 공부해야 할까요? Should I study abroad?


Should I study abroad? 

외국에서 공부해야 할까요?



So you may be reading my blog and thinking, studying abroad looks fun, but should I really do it?
The easy answer is yes! you learn so much from studying abroad, you get to experience a new culture, you get to meet people from around the world. You have the opportunity to do something many people would dream of doing and it adds a great experience to your resume, Jobs will see you as even more employable if you can show you have been abroad and have the ability to adapt to life abroad. As I look back over my year at Inje University I have many fond memories with friends along my journey here.


From class trips...




remembering the funniest school photo shoot with international friends



Funny nights out with fellow students


Meeting my international buddy from Inje University


and join in with local language exchange


Benefits of studying abroad:

-You expand your horizons
-You meet new people
- Encounter new experiences
- Try new foods
- Experience a new culture
- Learn independence
- Practice language skills
-Experience new teaching methods/ styles
- Get an insight into a future potential place to live/ work


Here's what my classmates had to say:

만방: "我来韩国学习已经将近四个月,并没有后悔当初的决定,这里的一切都让我感觉自由,轻松,也许是因为是以交换生的身份来到这里,没有过度的压力,上课氛围也很好,老师经常会和你聊天,对口语能力提高很大。"

"I came here to South Korea to learn a lot and it has nearly four months since I arrived, I did not he regret the decision to come here, it has made me feel free, maybe, because i am an exchange student, there is no excessive pressure. And there is a good atmosphere in classes, we see the teachers often and my speaking ability has improved a lot."

요기: I got many chances to talk to others in Korea or even in other foreign languages,. The most important thing in learning is the environment, the biggest advantage of studying abroad is meeting new people, having new ideas in new landscapes. Everything is great here."

My opinion is the cliche you only live once, so go out there and do things that might be uncomfortable at first, but you will reap so many rewards from your experience and make unforgettable memories. 

Wednesday, 23 May 2018

Inje university - 석가 탄신일 Buddha's birthday


석가 탄신일 - Buddha's birthday

This year Buddha's birthday landed on 22nd of May, check the calendar on the year you visit Korea to see when it falls again. It is a public holiday so most people do not have work and school's take a break for the day.
I was really lucky to be able to see some really impressive lanterns at Samgwangsa temple on Buddha's birthday before they all get taken down until next year. The area surrounding the temple was really crazy busy so the easiest way to get there is to take a train or bus to Seomyeon.
 First either get the 2/ 2-1 to Inje university station from the main gate -> 
Gimhae light railway to Sasang station -> Green line to Seomyeon from there grab a taxi to the area near the temple it will cost around 6,000원


People hang their wishes along with their addresses and details hanging from lanterns



The sheer amount of lanterns at this temple was overwhelming and one man was going around changing the lightbulbs in them, what a job!



These lotus flower-shaped lanterns were my personal favourite.



These dragons moved and spat smoke every few minutes, scared the life out of me as I walked past!


Me and my friend Changsu



There are a few different temples in Busan but I really recommend this one on Buddha's birthday as the lanterns are the most extravagant. 

Inje univeristy - 인제대축제 Inje university festival 2018


인제대축제 - Inje university festival 

This yeah Inje university festival lasted for 3 days from 16th -18th of May. There were various food stalls run by local businesses and students and big crowds drew at night time for the music performances.


Day 1 - 청하 Chunga 
On the first day the famous singer from produce 101 sang her hit song "Rollercoaster" followed by a few other songs, she drew in a large crowd and although it was raining no one seemed to care much and still had a good night.



Day 2 - 선미Sunmi
Unfortunately this day it rained extremely heavily, however, Sunmi still gave a really powerful performance and made sure to give the crowd lots of attention which I really liked. To get a view past all the umbrellas I had to stand in the bushes which was kind of funny but it was worth it!

Day 3 -  창모, 해쉬스원, 김효은 & 크러쉬 Changmo, Hash Swan, Kim Hyo-Eun & Crush
This was the biggest day and the stage was on the playing field which was much more suited to the large crowd, although it was a little raining again, for the most part, the weather was clear and the performances got everyone moving and jumping along.


I made a small video montage of the events of the festival please watch it below :)


Wednesday, 9 May 2018

Inje university - 인제대학교 주변에 좋은 식당 소개 Introduction to good restaurants around campus


인제대학교 주변에 좋은 식당 소개


There are many good places around Inje university to eat I wanted to introduce some of them to you. The links for addresses are from Naver and for some reason, the app badly translates the names and addresses but you can click the links to follow the map :) 

This is the main food street opposite Inje university main gate and branching off here are other streets with restaurants too.


Outdark

Outdark is a great chicken shop franchise with branches around Busan, there is one just a few minutes walk from the main campus. It’s dark and cozy inside and is a great atmosphere for 치맥 (Chicken and beer) with friends.




Address: Out Chicken Inje University Branch
179 Inje-ro Eobang-dong Gimhae-si Gyeongsangnam-do

정선생

This is a very cute and quaint restaurant with a traditional feel, it does Korean pancakes and differently flavored fruit makgeolli, there is one directly opposite the main gate.




Address: Jeong Seonsaeng Gimhae Inje University Branch 2 Inje-ro 200 beon-gil Gimhae-si Gyeongsangnam-do

Samgyup Salon - 삼겹싸롱

This place I frequent because it’s great value unlimited meat for a set price per person and it’s right next door to 틴틴 코인 노래방 which is my favourite coin Norebang at just 3000 for an hour currently :)!






Address: Grilled Pork Belly Salon Gimhae Inje University Branch 3-16 Inje-ro 188 beon-gil Gimhae-si Gyeongsangnam-do

Hwadokcho

Great place for cheap and delicious bulgogi, you can choose it in a variety of different ways, cheese topping, soy sauce or spicy. The staff are really friendly too.



Address: for some reason, it’s only on Kakao maps:
화덕초대파불고기 인제대점 경남 김해시 인제로200번길 9 (삼방동)

유가네닭갈비

My favourite Dakgalbi place, great for sharing and you can choose from fairly healthy options to options covered in melted cheese.



Address: This one is also only on kakao maps
유가네닭갈비 김해인제대점 경남 김해시 인제로 182 (어방동