Elementary Dutch Course | 2026 Fall

Course description

Elementary Dutch Course (A1 to A2) Important: this course follows up on A1 Dutch courses. If you didn't complete an A1 course before, it's required to take our intake exam via https://forms.office.com/e/yjg1ksx49u. Please contact us if you're uncertain about your level and/or invested less than 100 hours in studying Dutch. Learn the basics of Dutch in a friendly offline setting at the International Center Tilburg. You’ll develop your writing, reading, listening, speaking, grammar, and vocabulary skills. Starting: Thursday, September 10th Schedule: Thursdays, 20:00 - 21:30 Final exam: Thursday, January 28th, 19:00 Winter break: December 24th and 31st To pass the course: → Do about 4 hours of homework weekly → Pass the speaking assessment → Complete the chapter tests and the final exam You’ll need the book 'Nederlands in Gang' (Coutinho), bought separately. A1 covers chapters 1–9; A2 continues with 10–18. Before booking: → Take the intake test via https://forms.office.com/e/yjg1ksx49u → Read our FAQ and terms → Make sure you can study homework independently and commit 4 hours weekly → Make sure you understand English as it will be used to explain difficult topics in class. Payment options and monthly plans: → You pay a deposit of €150 and select a monthly plan during checkout. → The earlier you register, the longer you get to pay the course fee. → If you register three months before the start, you can select a monthly plan of up to 3 additional months. → If you register two months before the start, you can select a monthly plan of up to 2 additional months. → If you register one month before the start, you can select a monthly plan of up to 1 additional month. Payment via employers: → Book yourself: you can secure a spot by booking it yourself. If you email us the details for the invoice for your employer, we can refund your deposit when your employer fulfills the invoice. Contact us for any questions. → Benefits employer: employers can deduct the costs as training cost. → Temp agencies: some temp agencies can apply for a budget via Stichting Doorzaam for migrant workers. Refunds or cancellations follow our policy. The course fee excludes the book. We look forward to helping you start your Dutch journey!