Course levels (CEFR)
Each level starts four times a year.
- Module 1: Beginner (0 > A1)
- Module 2: Elementary (A1 > A2)
Course dates 2026-2027
- Period 1: 12 September - 31 October 2026
- Period 2: 21 November 2026 - 30 January 2027
- Period 3: 27 February – 24 April 2027
- Period 4: 22 May - 10 July 2027
Holidays (lesson free days)
- Christmas Holidays: 19 December 2026 - 3 January 2027
- Good Friday and Easter: 26 - 29 March 2027
- Kingsday: 26 and 27 April 2027
- Liberation Day: 5 May 2027
- Ascension Day: 6 May 2027
- Pentecost: 17 May 2027
Course length: 8 weeks per level
Time table: Saturday morning (9.30 - 12.30 hrs)
Assignments: approximately 8-10 hours per week
Price per module*:
excluding course book or license (from € 39.95)
- Standard/PhD: € 515
- VU students: € 150
The VU co-pays for these modules, making the price only € 150. This only applies to international VU students. You will need proof of registration to qualify for the discount.
EC points (extracurricular, only when faculty approves and only for students): 2 points per level (80% attendance is required as well as passing the final tests). These credits indicate the workload of the course and can only count as extracurricular credits.
Application: Application form
Registration for the course (period 1) is possible from 1 June 2026. There are limited places available and we maintain a short waiting list.
Terms and conditions: read the general terms and conditions of our courses.
More information about this course
Introduction
Working method
Achievement