Dutch – Level 1

One of the most spoken of the Germanic languages, there are tens of millions of Dutch speakers around the world. As the sole official language of the Netherlands, one of Belgium’s official languages, and one of the main languages spoken in Germany- Dutch certainly has quite the hold over Europe. However, Dutch is also spoken in several Caribbean countries since they are a part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Learning Dutch is the perfect language especially for people who have a background in Germanic languages like German or English. It opens a door to a world of opportunities in culture, business, and pleasure.

The goal of Level 1 is to leave you with a wide basis of vocabulary, an ability to converse freely in Dutch, and a beginner’s knowledge of Dutch grammar, sentence structure, and syntax. Upon completion of this course, you will be able to have conversations in Dutch and will have a strong foundation to continue learning the language and new vocabulary. 

You Will Learn:

• How to converse in Dutch at a basic level
• The Dutch alphabet and Dutch sentence structure to kick start your understanding of the language
• A wide array of Dutch vocabulary
• A selection of the most used Dutch verbs and how they are conjugated
• A beginner’s guide to Dutch grammar and how to use it in conversation and writing

Benefits of Taking This Course:

• Start off your Dutch education with a solid foundation and important details of the language
• Learn useful skills and pieces of conversation to start speaking Dutch as soon as possible
• Complete this course with a basic ability to speak and understand Dutch
• Focus on Dutch grammar, syntax, and sentence structure to ensure proper comprehension and the ability to use written Dutch
• You will understand how to identify, understand, and respond to basic questions in Dutch 

Dutch – Level 2

If you already know some Dutch, Level 2 Dutch is a great course for you. Throughout Level 2, you will get the chance to practise your existing skills while also continually adding to your knowledge. Level 2 focuses on some of the most important verbs in Dutch as well as some common topics of conversation. The goal of Level 2 is to reinforce your current knowledge while sustainably adding additional information to your repertoire. You will dive a little deeper into the rules and intricacies of the Dutch language, as well as look at modules like Nouns, Requests, and Numbers.

Upon completion of Level 2, you will be equipped with a wide variety of new speaking, writing, and listening skills in Dutch. Each level is aimed to give you additional confidence to use your newfound language skills in the real world, and the modules will give you the tools you need to do just that. You will be able to absorb information sustainably and quickly with the expertly designed and paced modules.

You Will Learn:

• About the main and most used verbs in Dutch and how to conjugate and use them
• Dutch spelling and more about the alphabet
• Useful day-to-day knowledge like how to speak about professions, answer questions, and describe things
• How to use and identify Dutch words like prepositions, adjectives, and pronouns
• The most common verb tenses in Dutch and when to use them appropriately

Benefits of Taking This Course:

• Improve your Dutch skills and learn more about the form and function of the language
• Gain better Dutch speaking abilities
• Learn how to ask and answer a variety of questions and types of questions
• Gain a deeper mastery of the Dutch language- both spoken and written
• Expand your Dutch vocabulary and your knowledge of grammar, syntax, and structure

Dutch – Level 3

If you already have a basis of knowledge and are somewhat confident in Dutch but want to take your skills to the next level, then Level 3 Dutch is the ideal course for you. Level 3 focuses on giving you the tools to tackle some of the most complex and irregular parts of the Dutch language. In Level 3, you will learn about specific topics to help you expand your knowledge of rules and vocabulary, as well as plenty of conversational phrases and words that you can put to good use right away.

Level 3 is ideal for ensuring that you truly understand the ins and outs of the Dutch language. This will help with Dutch writing skills and make it easier and easier for you to converse in Dutch, even with native speakers! This is the final level in your Dutch course, and it aims to give you the necessary tools to use your Dutch in day-to-day life and truly understand when you read or hear it elsewhere.

You Will Learn:

• How and when to use each of the verb tenses
• A more in-depth look at some other Dutch verbs and how they are conjugated
• How to describe things and people in Dutch
• How to ask and answer more complex questions in Dutch
• How to use and identify each type of Dutch word, like verbs, prepositions, adjectives and others

Benefits of Taking This Course:

• Hone in your knowledge and understanding of the Dutch language by diving into even more details and complex ways of using it
• Learn specifics that can be used in situations like ordering meals, asking questions about the past, or others
• Add to your existing knowledge of Dutch by expanding your vocabulary even further
• Learn about negating sentences and questions
• Learn about the irregularities of the Dutch language and some of the most common irregular verbs