Language courses
Language courses. Broaden your perspective and immerse yourself in new cultures.
Are you interested in learning a new language and exploring different cultures? Our Language courses are the perfect way to do just that. Whether you’re looking to gain a greater appreciation of your heritage, speak with friends from other countries, or simply enjoy the intellectual stimulation of learning a new way to communicate, our courses have something for everyone.
Our experienced teachers have access to all the resources of the University of Sydney, and are dedicated to providing an enjoyable, up-to-date, and easy learning experience. With our Language courses, you’ll learn a language the smart way, using the most effective and engaging methods available.
In our courses, you’ll learn the fundamentals of the language you choose, from grammar and vocabulary to pronunciation and sentence structure. You’ll also have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the culture of the language you’re learning, exploring the customs, traditions, and way of life of the people who speak it.
Enrol in one of our courses today and start learning a language the smart way. With our comprehensive curriculum and experienced teachers, you’ll have the skills and knowledge you need to succeed.
Language term dates
Standard language classes run once per week for 10 weeks.
Term 1
Mondays from 3 February to 7 April, 2025
Tuesdays from 28 January to 1 April, 2025
Wednesdays from 29 January to 2 April, 2025
Thursdays from 30 January to 3 April, 2025
Term 2
Mondays from 28 April to 7 July, 2025
Tuesdays from 22 April to 24 June, 2025
Wednesdays from 23 April to 25 June, 2025
Thursdays from 24 April to 26 June, 2025
Term 3
Mondays from 14 July to 15 September, 2025
Tuesdays from 15 July to 16 September, 2025
Wednesdays from 16 July to 17 September, 2025
Thursdays from 17 July to 18 September, 2025
Term 4
Mondays from 13 October to 15 December, 2025
Tuesdays from 7 October to 9 December, 2025
Wednesdays from 8 October to 10 December, 2025
Thursdays from 9 October to 11 December, 2025
Featured courses
Meet your facilitators
Yukiko Fukumoto
Yukiko has an MA in Language and Literacy Education and Graduate Diploma in Language Teaching (TLOTE and TESOL) from the University of Technology, Sydney. She has a broad and diverse teaching...
Chadia Gedeon-Hajjar
Since Chadia left Lebanon in 1988 to attend the Francophone Film Festival in Paris, where her film Lebanon Despite Everything was screening, she realised that her departure from the city of Beirut...
Gina Harb
Teaching has been Gina’s passion since she started tutoring in her high school days. She has since gone on to receive both her Bachelor of Education from the University of Lebanon and her Masters...
Leticia Pereyron
Leticia has been teaching English as a second language and Portuguese to foreigners since 1998. She has lived in various countries including England, where she took the ESOL Cambridge CELTA, Spain...
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Brazilian Portuguese. Learn Brazilian Portuguese with us. Level A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) This beginner's course focuses on basic greetings, personal information, expressing oneself and introductory grammatical structures. You will also be introduced to elements of the culture. No prior knowledge of the language is required. Outcomes By the end of this course, you should be able to: introduce yourself and others provide personal... View Brazilian Portuguese Course 101 (Level 1): Beginners.Brazilian Portuguese Course 101 (Level 1): Beginners
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Chinese. Learn Chinese with us. Level A2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) This course covers Integrated Chinese, Volume 2, Lessons 16 to 18(1), and is taught over ten weekly sessions of two hours per week. Partnership_ In partnership with the Confucius Institute Offered in association with the Confucius Institute at the University of Sydney. The Confucius Institute is based on a partnership with Fudan University and is managed by the Office of... View Chinese Mandarin Course 1041: Standard.Chinese Mandarin Course 1041: Standard
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Japanese. Learn Japanese with us. Level A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) This course will further your ability to read, speak, listen and also write the language by covering themes including hobbies and interests, getting around, reading basic signage and inviting people out. It follows the content in the prescribed chapters of the recommended text for reference and practice between sessions. Outcomes By the end of this course, you should be... View Japanese Course 103 (Level 3).Japanese Course 103 (Level 3)
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German. Learn German with us. Level A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) Ideal for preparing for travel or work commitments, you will learn the basics of the language and build upon German 101. This course focuses on topics such as: office technology, leisure time activities, German food and travel. Grammatical elements including verb conjugations and nouns declensions are also introduced as you start to learn basic speaking, listening, reading and... View German Course 102 (Level 2).German Course 102 (Level 2)
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Brazilian Portuguese. Learn Brazilian Portuguese with us. Level A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) In this course you will learn how to make comparisons about people and places, talk about past activities and learn new grammatical structures. Various activities will assist in developing your verbal and non-verbal language skills. Outcomes By the end of this course, you should be able to: describe your daily routine make plans to meet someone talk... View Brazilian Portuguese Course 103 (Level 3).Brazilian Portuguese Course 103 (Level 3)
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Spanish. Learn Spanish with us. Level A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) This course aims to consolidate and develop your knowledge previously gained in Spanish levels 101 to 102, as well as introduce more complex Spanish language structures which will allow for expression of feelings and opinions. Outcomes By the end of this course, you should be able to: communicate in a limited way on some practical everyday matters use and understand past... View Spanish Course 103 (Level 3).Spanish Course 103 (Level 3)
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Korean. Learn Korean with us. Level A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) Korean is spoken by over 75 million people worldwide. Although spoken mostly in North and South Korea, Australia and several other countries have large Korean populations who speak the language. This introductory course introduces learners to simple vocabulary, greetings and numbering, the alphabet 'Han-Geul', and also provides an insight to Korean culture. No prior knowledge... View Korean Course 101 (Level 1): Beginners.Korean Course 101 (Level 1): Beginners
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Korean. Learn Korean with us. Level A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) This introductory Korean course continues on from the material covered in Korean 101 Beginner's Course. You will learn how to introduce yourself, meet and greet others, describe your day, discuss the past and the future, and start to develop your verbal and communication skills. Outcomes By the end of this course, you should be able to: describe your day-to-day activities talk... View Korean Course 102 (Level 2).
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Chinese. Learn Chinese with us. Level A2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) This course covers Integrated Chinese, Volume 2, Lessons 11 to 13(1), and is taught over ten weekly sessions of two hours per week. Partnership_ In partnership with the Confucius Institute Offered in association with the Confucius Institute at the University of Sydney. The Confucius Institute is based on a partnership with Fudan University and is managed by the Office of... View Chinese Mandarin Course 1031: Standard.
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Chinese. Learn Chinese with us. Level A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) This course covers Integrated Chinese, Volume 1, Lessons 6 to 8(1), and is taught over ten weekly sessions of two hours per week. Partnership_ In partnership with the Confucius Institute Offered in association with the Confucius Institute at the University of Sydney. The Confucius Institute is based on a partnership with Fudan University and is managed by the Office of Global... View Chinese Mandarin Course 1021: Standard.