Start Your Language Program Abroad with Beyond Academy

Full-time, beginner-level language classes designed to build confidence through speaking-focused lessons, helping you develop practical conversational skills from day one.

Experience local culture through four immersive activities each week — two language-focused excursions and two engaging community events. Visit temples, take part in tea ceremonies, and practise your language skills in authentic settings. These experiences are designed to deepen your understanding of both the language and the culture.

These sessions are open and flexible, giving you the freedom to guide the conversation. Whether you’d like to ask questions, revisit tricky topics, or focus on specific skills, this is your time to connect with your teacher in a relaxed, informal setting, exploring the parts of the language that interest you most.

Once you’ve successfully completed the program, your language status will be confirmed with a Certificate of Completion.

Stepping into something new can feel a little daunting, but that’s all part of the adventure. From day one, you’ll be surrounded by a friendly community of explorers from around the world, plus our local Community Team, always ready to help you settle in, discover hidden gems, and make the most of every moment.

Our dedicated local team will be there every step of the way, ensuring you have an unforgettable experience and providing support for any challenges you encounter during your programme.

Your first day is all about arrival, unpack, breathe, and take in the sights and sounds of your new city. Once you’ve had a moment to settle, day two kicks off with orientation: a chance to meet your peers, get familiar with your surroundings, and start feeling at home before classes begin.

After orientation, we’ll gather for a relaxed welcome meal, your first taste of local cuisine and community life. It’s a chance to meet the people who’ll share this journey with you, swap stories, and start forming the friendships that make the experience so special.

Across the programme, you’ll join four unforgettable excursions, from visiting breathtaking cultural landmarks to taking part in traditional tea ceremonies. It’s your chance to connect, explore, and experience the language in living colour.

We run a lively calendar of activities designed to help you practise your language in authentic settings. Join whenever you’re free, every outing is a new opportunity to explore, connect, and grow.

Every few weeks, we’ll bring everyone together for a relaxed community dinner, a chance to reconnect, share stories, and enjoy great local food.

As your course nears its end, celebrate your achievements with our end of program dinner.

We’ll pick you up when you arrive, and take you to your accommodation.

A bag of exciting hand-picked goodies.

No prior language experience is required. This beginner-friendly course teaches you the fundamentals from the ground up. Depending on the program length you choose, you’ll leave with essential vocabulary, a solid grasp of basic grammar, and the confidence to use everyday conversational phrases. It’s the perfect way to begin your language journey while immersing yourself in a new culture!

Absolutely! This course is ideal for beginners, including those who already know a few basics, such as a few months of Duolingo, introductory lessons, or some familiarity with the alphabet. We focus on building practical skills and fluency through conversation-based exercises, helping you deepen your understanding of essential Japanese/Korean language concepts. Whether you know a few phrases or just the basics, this program will strengthen your foundation and help you make real progress. It’s perfect for turning your initial knowledge into meaningful language skills!

We have limited spaces for our language programs, so we highly recommend securing your spot as early as possible to avoid missing out.

No more than 8-10 students per class, ensuring personalized attention and a supportive learning environment.

Programs run throughout the summer, with multiple start dates available. Visit your preferred location page for the most up-to-date schedule, or click “Apply Now” to view available start dates and secure your spot!

Yes, upon completing the program, you’ll receive a graduation certificate. This certificate will confirm your participation in the program and detail the level of language proficiency you achieved.

To determine if you can earn academic credit for our language course, we recommend consulting with your school’s academic advisor or relevant department. They can review our course structure and assess its eligibility based on your school’s policies. We’re happy to provide any required documentation or course details to assist with this process, just let us know how we can help!

Each week, you’ll spend 15 hours in class, scheduled Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Additionally, there’s a 2-hour open class session once a week where you can work on homework, ask your teacher questions, and practice with classmates. Twice a week, you’ll also engage in 6 hours of language exploration, applying what you’ve learned in real-world situations, like purchasing museum tickets, ordering food at a restaurant, or interacting with locals at a nearby market. This immersive experience will help boost your practical language skills and confidence in everyday settings.

You can find all program pricing in the pricing section on our Tokyo or Seoul programs.

For payment options, visit our payments plans page to explore flexible plans and learn more about how to manage your payments.

To apply for our program, you need to complete and submit the Application Form, it only takes a few minutes.

You need to be 18 at the time your program starts, other than that, you are good to go.