Social Dutch
Interested in learning Dutch for everyday situations in the Netherlands? View the possibilities below. International students and staff members can join our Social Dutch courses free of charge.
Something for you?
- You would like to familiarise yourself with the Dutch language.
- You especially want to be able to understand and speak to Dutch people in everyday situations. For example, in the supermarket, in public transport and in shops, bars or restaurants.
- You want to learn a little Dutch for fun. But, at the moment, you don’t expect Dutch will play a major role in your future.
Join our courses for free
Are you an international student or staff member at Radboud University or the Radboudumc? You can probably follow a Social Dutch course free of charge. The following conditions apply:
- Full-time students and exchange students at the Radboud University can attend a maximum of two Social Dutch courses, any additional course must be paid for.
- As an employee, there is no limit to the number of Social Dutch courses you can attend free of charge.
- You meet the 80% attendance requirement.
Social Dutch I (level 0 - halfway to A1)
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Social Dutch I
Would you like to be able to speak Dutch to colleagues? Or read labels in the supermarket, ask a shop assistant where you can find a particular item or have a chat with your neighbours? Our Social Dutch I course might be the thing for you.
Starting dates
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10 February 2026
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10 February 2026
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Social Dutch II (level halfway to A1 - A1)
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Social Dutch II
Did you complete Social Dutch I and would you like to continue learning Dutch? Or have you already acquired some basic Dutch and would you like to expand your knowledge? Then this is the course for you.
Starting dates
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10 February 2026
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10 February 2026
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Social Dutch III (level A1 - halfway to A2)
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Social Dutch III
Would you like to be able to speak Dutch to colleagues or friends? Did you complete Social Dutch II and would you like to continue learning Dutch? Then our Social Dutch III course is just the thing for you.
Social Dutch IV (level halfway to A2 - A2)
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Social Dutch IV
Did you complete Social Dutch III and would you like to continue learning Dutch? Or do you already speak Dutch well in social situations, but want to further improve your language skills? Then our Social Dutch IV course is just the thing for you.
Social Dutch courses for native speakers of German (level 0 - A2)
Because of the similarities between Dutch and German, these courses go through the learning materials quickly.
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Social Dutch I for native speakers of German
Would you like to be able to speak Dutch to colleagues or friends? Or ask a shop assistant where you can find a particular item or have a basic conversation with your neighbours? Our Social Dutch I course for native German speakers could be for you.
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Social Dutch II for native speakers of German
Did you complete Social Dutch I for German speakers and would you like to continue learning Dutch? Or have you already acquired some basic Dutch and would you like to expand your knowledge? This course might be for you.
Want a trial lesson?
Contact
Do you have a question? Or would you like to discuss which course best suits your needs and starting level? Feel free to contact us. We are happy to help you out.
