Can you already speak a bit of Dutch at language level A1 and do you want to learn the language even better? Then this is the right course for you! During the lessons, you will actively practice the Dutch language. You will learn how to speak Dutch in various situations, such as at the doctor’s, when talking to a real estate agent, at the bike shop, at a birthday party, on the street, and conversations with friends and housemates. This course not only makes communicating with colleagues easier but also provides you with the opportunity to get to know other UG staff members!
At the Language Centre, you will learn Dutch at a fast pace with the help of teaching methods we developed ourselves. Our language courses focus on speaking and understanding the Dutch language. This way, you will quickly start to feel more or less at home with the language, and you naturally expand your knowledge of grammar and vocabulary.
Who is this course for?
This course is intended for UG staff members with an elementary level of Dutch at CEFR level A1. During the course, we work towards level A2. The course is taught in Dutch as much as possible, with explanations provided in English when necessary. It is therefore important that you have a good command of English in order to participate in the course.
Plan a consultation Have you not taken a Dutch course at the Language Centre before? Then it is mandatory to first take a consultation with one of our teachers.
What is the study load of the course?
The course comprises 12 lessons. Each lesson lasts two hours in a course on location, and 1.5 hours in an online course. You should expect to spend a total of 30 hours on independent study in order to stay on track with this course. This involves, for example, reading texts, learning vocabulary, and completing grammar and writing assignments.
What will you be able to do after the course?
Talk about something you have done or experienced
Indicate what is wrong with your bike
Express your opinion
Have a conversation with your doctor about your symptoms
During this course, the second half of the book Nederlands in gang is covered. You will need to purchase this book yourself.
Nederlands in gang (chapter 8-16) Berna de Boer, Margaret van der Kamp, Birgit Lijmbach ISBN 9789046905609 (3rd edition | 2017)
This book also comprises an individual login code for a website containing additional exercises, listening fragments, videos, and songs. You need this code to be able to actively participate in the course. You can also purchase the code separately from the publisher Coutinho.
Where do I purchase the book?
During registration in our course catalogue, you will receive the book either before or during the first lesson from the Language Centre.
Through your local bookstore or online sellers such as Coutinho or Bol.com. When purchasing a physical book online, pay attention to the delivery time to ensure you receive the book on time!
Get acquainted with the Dutch language and culture
Learn Dutch together with other UG staff members
Focus on speaking and understanding
Engaged and experienced teachers
€ 875
Available dates
Course participant says
The atmosphere during the lessons was very fun and pleasant, making mistakes did not feel uncomfortable at all. Also, the teacher made the topics we covered very interesting!
Course participant says
The atmosphere during the lessons was very fun and pleasant, making mistakes did not feel uncomfortable at all. Also, the teacher made the topics we covered very interesting!