Learning Dutch
Whilst your programme will be English-taught and most people in the Netherlands speak English, it is helpful to learn (some) Dutch to integrate more into Dutch society. It is also very useful to speak (some) Dutch if you want to do an internship, find a part time job or continue living in the Netherlands after graduating.
Pre-arrival course - Getting to know (the) Dutch
Learn Dutch and explore Utrecht with our free online course for international students about to start their UU journey. This beginner's course offers interactive exercises to teach practical language skills for daily use alongside insights into Dutch culture and life in Utrecht.
Sign ups will be online at the start of each semester!
Dutch courses
- LestBest (Welcome Week partner) offers intensive courses which are specially designed for higher educated foreigners with a focus on teaching in small groups.
- ESN Utrecht and Career Services have set up a Dutch language course. Basic proficiency in Dutch will help you in your daily life and is essential if you are considering a career in the Netherlands. Their course costs just €8 and is very practically orientated. You will learn some useful words and sentences about a different theme every week.
- The International Neighbour group offers Dutch lessons in two semesters: from October to February and from March to July. The lessons are 90 – 120 minutes a week and take place in the evening in the city centre. The courses are taught by passionate volunteers and don't just aim to teach you the basics of the Dutch language, but also to fulfil a social function.
- Utrecht Summer School provides online courses in Dutch, as well as on-site lessons in the city!
- Babel offers Dutch language courses for people with a higher educational background, including summer courses.
There are also other language schools, languages cafes and exchanges that you can can find online to learn Dutch!
