Language and culture courses
Language and culture courses. Broaden your perspective and immerse yourself in new cultures.
Are you interested in learning a new language and exploring different cultures? Our Language and Culture 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 and Culture 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.
Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn a new language from scratch, or an experienced speaker looking to improve your skills, our Language and Culture courses have something for everyone. So why wait? 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. Learn a language in Sydney with language courses from the University of Sydney – your premier provider of short courses in Sydney and online.
Language term dates
Standard language classes run once per week for 10 weeks. Intensive language classes run twice weekly over 10 weeks.
Term 1
Mondays from 30 January to 3 April, 2023
Tuesdays from 31 January to 4 April, 2023
Wednesdays from 1 February to 5 April, 2023
Thursdays from 2 February to 6 April, 2023
Term 2
Mondays from 1 May to 10 July, 2023
Tuesdays from 2 May to 4 July, 2023
Wednesdays from 3 May to 5 July, 2023
Thursdays from 4 May to 6 July, 2023
Term 3
Mondays from 24 July to 25 September, 2023
Tuesdays from 25 July to 26 September, 2023
Wednesdays from 26 July to 27 September, 2023
Thursdays from 27 July to 28 September, 2023
Term 4
Tuesdays from 10 October to 12 December, 2023
Wednesdays from 11 October to 13 December, 2023
Thursdays from 12 October to 14 December, 2023
Featured courses
Meet your facilitators
Augusto Cunha Ferreira
Augusto Ferreira is a native Portuguese speaker from Brazil who started to show his passion for languages from a young age. After Augusto turned 8 he was already teaching Portuguese to his...
Ana Delgado Prieto
Ana is a dedicated language teacher with more than 15 years' experience teaching English and Spanish to children and adults. Ana currently teaches Spanish at CCE, Macquarie University, WEA Sydney...
Beatrice Gallis
Beatrice grew up in France and moved to Australia twenty years ago. She teaches all levels of French (A1, A2, B1, B2, C1 and C2) to adults and teenagers, and she is a certified examiner and...
Xiaowei Wang
Stella (Xiaowei) Wang is an enthusiastic teacher who has taught Mandarin in a number of language schools throughout Sydney, as well as in several primary and secondary international schools in...
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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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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.Chinese Mandarin Course 1021: Standard
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French. Learn French 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 language and build upon French 101. This course focuses on topics such as the city, travel, accommodation, transport, family and leisure. Grammatical and phonological elements are introduced as you work on your French speaking, oral comprehension, reading and writing skills. Outcomes By the end of... View French Course 102 (Level 2).French Course 102 (Level 2)
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