Languages
Short Courses offers a large selection of courses in 24 languages, from Arabic to Swahili, from Modern Greek to British Sign Language.
Whether you are an absolute beginner or have studied and used the language for several years there will be a language course for you. Courses are for all adult learners, from 16 to 99+ year old. Language tutors are expert language teachers passionate about teaching you how to communicate in your chosen language. All language courses focus on communication skills through task-based learning, with a particular emphasis on listening and speaking.
If you are a complete beginner, or know exactly what your level is and which course you would like to book, please go directly to the Languages A-Z pages to enrol. For some general information on our language levels, please go directly to the Language Levels page.
Languages A-Z
Language Levels
Languages FAQs
Short Courses Terms and Conditions
Booking Deadline
Bookings will close 8 days before each course start date, so book early to secure your place and avoid disappointment!
| Term Dates | Hours | Study Options |
|---|---|---|
| Term 1: 30 September 2019 - 6 December 2019 | 20 hours (2 hours per week x 10 weeks) | Daytime and Evening |
| Term 2: 20 January 2020 - 27 March 2020 | 20 hours (2 hours per week x 10 weeks) | Daytime and Evening |
| Term 3: 13 April 2020 - 19 June 2020 | 20 hours (2 hours per week x 10 weeks) *CANCELLED* | Daytime and Evening |
|
Summer 1: 6 July 2020 - 31 July 2020 Summer 2: 3 August 2020 - 28 August 2020 |
10 hours (2.5 hours per week x 4 weeks) *CANCELLED* or 20 hours (5 hours per week x 4 weeks) *CANCELLED* |
Evening |