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Dutch Beginners Course 2 (A1- → A1+) - Start 10 August

Would you like to improve your comprehension of Dutch and express yourself better? This course will help beginners who already have some prior knowledge of Dutch to improve their skills.

€599

Specifications

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Course Level
Bachelor
ECTS credits
0 ECTS
Course location(s)
Utrecht, The Netherlands

Description

Are you already able to order a drink or have a basic conversation in Dutch? This course follows on the Dutch Beginners Course 1. The course is perfect for those who already know the basics and are ready to take the next step. 

In a small class of up to 16 students and under the guidance of a qualified teacher, you will quickly improve your Dutch language skills. Aside from the essential grammar and vocabulary work, we will use a variety of interactive exercises. Expect lots of pronunciation practice and engaging group discussions. You will also do writing assignments and short presentations that prepare you for real-life situations. You will form your first sentences using the past tense and learn more about travel and leisure in the Netherlands.

In just two weeks: 

  • You will speak basic Dutch with confidence (pronunciation, responding, conversations).
  • You will expand your elementary vocabulary.
  • You will learn essential grammar (word order, past perfect, comparative forms and pronouns).
  • You will form sentences in the past tense.
  • You will discuss topics related to travel and leisure in the Netherlands.
  • You will improve your understanding of spoken and written Dutch.

Babel is situated in a monumental building in the centre of Utrecht. After class, put your new language skills to the test: order coffee on a terrace, chat with the locals and discover how fun speaking Dutch can be!  

Registration information
Registration closes four weeks before the start of the course. You can apply via this website. After your application, Babel will send you a level placement test. If you have taken the test and your level matches the course, Babel will accept your application and you will receive an invoice.

Day to Day Documents

Dutch Beginners course 2 (A1- → A1+) - extra course.pdf

Target audience

This course is suitable for people who have reached CEFR level A1-. To check your level, you will need to take the Babel level placement test. This test consists of two parts: multiple choice questions and writing tasks. A teacher will assess your language skills. Based on your test result, you will be advised on a suitable course.

Aim of the course

This course aims to improve your Dutch language skills up to CEFR level A1+. At the end of the course, you are able to: 

  • Understand and use common expressions and basic phrases.
  • Request and exchange information for simple and routine matters.
  • Have simple conversations, provided the other person talks slowly and clearly.

Study load

  • Total study load: 50 hours
  • Contact hours: 27
  • Hours of self-study at the institute: 12
  • Homework: 11 

Costs

  • Course fee: €599.00
  • Included: Course + course materials
  • Housing fee: €550
  • Housing provider: Utrecht Summer School

Additional information

You can choose to make use of the housing offered by Utrecht Summer School or you can arrange your own accommodation. The housing costs do not include a Utrecht Summer School sleeping bag. This appears as a separate item on the invoice. If you wish to bring your own bedding, please deselect the sleeping bag from your order. 

Please note: this course starts on 10 August. The same course also starts on 20 July. Please check carefully which date you register for.

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