Dutch 1&2
Dutch 1 & 2 is an intensive Dutch as a second language daytime course, integrating Dutch courses 1 and 2. It is a beginners course in which all the basic language skills will be dealt with.
practical information
| number of contact hours: | 110 |
| preparation: | approximately 3 hours per lesson |
| target group: | students, university staff and others |
| maximum number of participants |
16 |
| language of instruction: | Dutch and English |
| course conclusion: | final test and certificate (minimum attendance 80%) |
| ECTS: | The student should enquire with their department whether course participation can be converted into credits. The course is equivalent to 10 ECTS . |
| course material : |
Nederlands voor buitenlanders, Delftse methode, Bondi Sciarone e.a
textbook ISBN 978-908506667-5 exercise book ISBN 978-908506720-7 You are requested to arrange your own purchase of the course material. It is available at most good bookstores |
| price: | € 925 for Leiden University (prospective) students and staff
€ 1135 for all other participants description fo the tariff groups |
course programme and enrolment
Via the link 'course programme and enrolment for individuals' you can see the course programme, how many places are still available, and you can enrol for a course.
course programme and enrolment for individuals : individuals can pay by Credit Card or iDEAL
enrolment for Organisations or Institutes : we will send an invoice to the paying company/organisation
Holidays
2012: 20-24 February, 6-9 April, 30 April-5 May, 17-19 May, 27-28 May
level and admission
- Knowledge of the Dutch language is not required for enrolment in this course. It is a beginners course.
- A basic knowledge of English (A2) and Roman script is required.
- The pace of learning is fast, and students are expected to actively participate in, and to prepare for the lessons.
The course level is indicated with the help of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
| skills | starting level | target level |
| listening | 0 | A2 |
| reading | 0 | A2 |
| speaking production | 0 | A2 |
| speaking interaction | 0 | A2 |
| writing | 0 | A2 |
Click on the skills for further clarification.
Upon successful completion of this course, participants may enrol in Dutch 3 or Dutch 3&4.
course description
Dutch 1+2 is an intensive daytime Dutch course which integrates levels 1 and 2.
It is a beginners course in which all the basic language skills are dealt with: speaking, listening, reading and writing. Texts and topics of conversation are centred around everyday situations. Attention is given to basic vocabulary: students will learn approximately 1300 new words. Various aspects of elementary Dutch grammar are also included in the course. Conversation skills are practised in the class as well as in groups and language lab equipment is used. Students are expected to prepare at home; preparation time is estimated to be approximately 3 hours per session.
The pace is fast and students are expected to actively participate and prepare for the lessons. A basic knowledge of English and Roman script is required.
Upon completing the course, participants will be able to have a basic conversation about everyday subjects, such as family, study, work, visiting the doctor and going out. They will also be able to understand basic texts and conversations.
The target level is A2 in accordance with the Common European Framework.
Upon successful completion of this course, participants may enrol in Dutch 3 or Dutch 3&4.