Dutch Beginners using Delftse methode

What will I learn in this course that is based on Delftse methode?

During this course using Delftse methode you are given all the tools to have fluent basic conversations in Dutch with confidence. In each course you cover 21 chapters, which can be roughly divided into the following topics:
Beginners I – introducing yourself and meeting others, setting up appointments, doing groceries, discuss about food, get a package from your neighbour, share stories from your holiday or weekend, housing, transportation, finances and generally Dutch society.
Beginners II – relationships and status, Dutch geography, police and stolen goods, Holidays, four biggest cities of the Netherlands, your hobbies,  worklife, health and lifestyle choices, tourism in the Netherlands, various governmental institutes, history of the Netherlands, schoolsystem, municipality, climate crisis and Dutch political system,

What makes Delftse methode special?

It is a method based on conversation classes talking in Dutch from the start. In class you solely use words and sentences used in the chapters you dealt with. Preparation is essential. Since you prepare the text thoroughly before coming to class, you are able to follow and participate at all times. Because the 2200 most frequently used words of the Dutch language are used in the texts, you really learn the essentials first. Even if you don’t speak English, because all the vocabulary lists are translated into 26 languages. Moreover, you evaluate on your learning process frequently with various types of tests, helping you identify your strengths and what needs more attention. Our teachers are trained to teach this method.

Curious to see how the steps for learning work? This is what you will do at home:

Preview Delft method learning environment – Level A0

Our courses

To get from level A0 to A2+ you participate in two (semi-)intensive courses or three extensive courses.

Semi-intensive courses
Level Beginner in two courses:
Beginners A0 to A2- | text/les 1-21
Beginners A2- to A2+ | text/les 22-42

Frequency: Two classes of 1 hour and 15 minutes per week
Study load: 4-8 hours preparation per week
Duration: 10 weeks (excl. vacation)
Course fee: €595 (price valid till August 2027)

Extensive / non-intensive courses
Level Beginner in three courses:
Beginners A0 to A1 | text/les 1-14
Beginners A1 to A2 | text/les 15-28
Beginners A2 to A2+ | text/les 29-42

Frequency: One class of 1 hour and 15 minutes per week
Study load: 2-4 hours preparation per week
Duration: 12 weeks (excl. vacation)
Course fee: €340 (price valid till August 2027)

Intensive courses
Level Beginner in two courses:
Beginners I) A0 to A2-
Beginners II) A2- to A2+

Frequency: Four classes of 1 hour per week
Study load: 8-16 hours preparation per week
Duration: 5 weeks
Course fee: €700 (price valid till August 2027)