Languages
We offer language courses at all levels and in 27 different languages here at Build. Whether you would like to attend part-time or weekend language classes, our highly popular language courses offer the widest choice in London. Classes range from French, German, Italian and Spanish to Japanese, Korean and Arabic. Most language lessons are taught at seven different levels and you can start anywhere from beginner to advanced. We offer short courses, intensive and fast-track if you need to learn in a hurry, as well as one-day workshops and tasters.
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Got a question about our courses? Call us on 020 7492 2644 or email [email protected].If you are looking for language courses on behalf of your organisation, email us on [email protected] or call 020 7492 2640 for more information and to see how we can help.
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Some of our courses take place at our main building in Covent Garden, and some in Euston. Please check the course webpage for location details.
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French beginners: module 1 (Saturday)
Course Date: Sat 7 Oct 2017
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetCome and learn French from scratch on this fast-paced programme. Not ideal for students who have not learnt any French previously. Based on 'The French Experience' (BBC, new edition).Full fee: £189.00Senior fee: £151.00Concession: £115.00 -
French intermediate: module 1 (Saturday)
Course Date: Sat 7 Oct 2017
Location on this date: EC EustonIdeal if you have a good knowledge of French and would like to develop your speaking and listening skills while covering more advanced grammar. Suitable if you have learned French for at least three years or have an equivalent level.Full fee: £189.00Senior fee: £151.00Concession: £115.00 -
Spanish club
Course Date: Thu 12 Oct 2017
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetVen a practicar y mejorar tu español en nuestro 'club español'. Trabajaremos con un corto del cine español, relatos, noticias televisivas, etc. Desarrollarás diferentes registros lingüísticos en función de las circunstancias y el contexto en el que te encuentres. Este curso es para estudiantes con nivel avanzado de español (si has estudiado español al menos durante 5 años) y tiene lugar en semanas alternativas.
Term 1: 12 Oct, 26 Oct, 9 Nov, 23 Nov, 7 Dec
Term 2: 25 Jan, 8 Feb, 22 Feb, 8 Mar,22 Mar
Term 3: 26 Apr, 10 May, 24 May, 7 June, 21 June.Full fee: £269.00Senior fee: £215.00Concession: £164.00 -
German beginners: rapid introduction
Course Date: Sat 21 Oct 2017
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetA lively two-day course for complete beginners. Based on the tutor's own materials.Full fee: £99.00Senior fee: £99.00Concession: £99.00 -
Arabic intercultural workshop
Course Date: Sat 21 Oct 2017
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetA fascinating exploration of some of the key differences between Western and Arab cultural traditions and societal norms, including the role of Islam and set against recent political upheaval in the region.Full fee: £59.00Senior fee: £59.00Concession: £59.00 -
Una visita in Sicilia
Course Date: Fri 27 Oct 2017
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetUna panoramica per conoscere meglio la storia, la varietà geografica, i costumi (e le contraddizioni!) di questa affascinante isola al centro del Mediterraneo.Full fee: £29.00Senior fee: £29.00Concession: £29.00 -
French 4/5: advanced grammar
Course Date: Mon 30 Oct 2017 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetTout ce que vous avez toujours voulu maitriser mais qui vous échappe encore! Ce cours va vous emmener dans les dédales de la grammaire française et vous donner l'occasion de vous y reconnaitre.Full fee: £79.00Senior fee: £63.00Concession: £48.00 -
Cine e historia: También la lluvia
Course Date: Mon 30 Oct 2017
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetEste curso explora la interrelación existente entre las adaptaciones cinematográficas y la historia. Ideal para estudiantes con nivel avanzado de español (si has estudiado al menos durante 4/5 años).Full fee: £39.00Senior fee: £39.00Concession: £39.00 -
Italian beginners: module 1
Course Date: Mon 30 Oct 2017 (and 10 other dates)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetThis short, intensive programme is ideal if you want to study at a rapid pace (twice a week) and in a small group (8-10 students). You will have plenty of opportunity to practise the language. Based on units 1-4 of Nuovo Espresso 1 (Alma Edizioni, Italian version).Full fee: £169.00Senior fee: £169.00Concession: £169.00 -
French DALF C1
Course Date: Tue 31 Oct 2017 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: NoCe cours de niveau avancé vous prépare pour les examens en juin 2018 au 'Diplôme approfondi en langue française' (DALF), niveau C1. Les frais d'examens ne sont pas inclus dans le prix. Possibilité de paiement en plusieurs versements. Please contact languages at [email protected] or on 0207 492 2644 for details about the interview.
Dates des trimestres: Term 1: 21/10/17 - 12/12/17 / Term 2: 09/01/18 - 20/03/18 / Term 3: 10/04/18 - 12/06/18.Full fee: £599.00Senior fee: £599.00Concession: £365.00 -
Portuguese beginners intensive: module 1
Course Date: Tue 31 Oct 2017
Location on this date: EC EustonThis course is suitable if you already speak a Romance language such as French, Italian, Romanian or Spanish. It might also be suitable if you would like to learn at a faster pace. Expect more homework than in other courses. The tutor will advise on course book in first lesson. Please note your tutor may be Portuguese or Brazilian - check with the Languages department before enrolling if this could affect your choice of course.Full fee: £149.00Senior fee: £149.00Concession: £91.00 -
Colette: une vie, une oeuvre
Course Date: Wed 1 Nov 2017
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetVenez découvrir une mondaine à la réputation sulfureuse qui s’est imposée dans l’entre-deux guerre grâce à son style épuré. C’est une des grandes romancières françaises, auteure de Gigi, de la série des Claudine, entre autres. Ceci lui a valu d’être présidente d’ une des plus grandes institutions littéraires françaises.Full fee: £59.00Senior fee: £59.00Concession: £59.00 -
German beginners intensive: module 1
Course Date: Thu 2 Nov 2017 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: FRA - Fashion Retail AcademySuitable for complete beginners. The emphasis is on the practical use of German and the development of your speaking and listening skills. Based on chapters 1-4 of Willkommen (Hodder Arnold).Full fee: £169.00Senior fee: £169.00Concession: £103.00 -
La France au XXe siècle: un évènement vu par un auteur
Course Date: Thu 2 Nov 2017
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetLittérature, politique et histoire. Les grands noms de la littérature française ont souvent pris position vis-à-vis des grands évènements politiques de la fin du XIXème siècle à nos jours. Un des exemples les plus connus 'J’accuse' de Zola!Full fee: £109.00Senior fee: £109.00Concession: £109.00 -
French lower intermediate: revision and consolidation
Course Date: Thu 2 Nov 2017 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: EC EustonRefresh your lower intermediate French on these intensive, communicative courses. Develop your speaking and listening skills and improve your grammar. An assessment of your level is recommended before you enrol.Full fee: £139.00Senior fee: £139.00Concession: £85.00