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Weekly Evening Courses - Languages

Weekly Evening Courses - Languages

Arabic

Arabic 1

Description

We look forward to welcoming new and returning students to the University of Southampton. Unless otherwise stated, all courses will be taught in person at our Avenue Campus.

We would like to advise that you will need to have the appropriate technology and suitable internet connection in place, as we will be making use of online materials. At Southampton, we use a virtual learning environment (VLE) called Blackboard which is used to deliver learning materials and real-time online teaching for our students.

We offer a variety of different options at Stage 1 (beginners). The taster course is an ideal opportunity to try out learning the language before committing to a longer period of study. After completing Stage 1a, there will be the opportunity to progress onto Stage 1b and 1c. Or there is the option to book the full 30 week course, (stage 1a, b and c). 

Our Language courses run for 10 weeks each term and include a half-term break. Please see our Book a course page for term dates, including half-term and seasonal holiday dates.

Arabic Beginners Stage 1

This course will take place on Monday evenings from 7pm to 9pm on the following dates.

For 1bc and 1abc courses, two replacement classes will be arranged in lieu of the May Bank holidays.

A Taste of Arabic (Stage 1a) - 05/10/2026 to 14/12/2026

Standard price - £195 : Staff/student/alumni price - £175.

Move on in Arabic (Stage 1b and 1c) - 04/01/2027 to 15/03/2027 & 12/04/2027 to 28/06/2026

Standard price - £315 : Staff/student/alumni price - £285.

Arabic 1 (Stage 1abc) - 05/10/2026 to 14/12/2026,  04/01/2027 to 15/03/2027 & 12/04/2027 to 28/05/2027

Standard price - £420 : Staff/student/alumni price - £390.

Please note: If you select the staff/student/alumni price option, you must use an online store account that has been set up with your University email address and fill out your University staff, student or alumni ID number when prompted as part of the questionnaire data section.

When booking a course please consult our Terms and Conditions which set out our cancellation and refund policy. 

For more details about Arabic Stage 1, please click on Read More below.

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Term 1, A Taste of Arabic Stage 1a - Monday, 7pm to 9pm
05/10/202614/12/20260[Read More]
Term 1, 2 & 3, Arabic Stage 1abc - Monday 7pm to 9pm
05/10/202628/06/20270[Read More]
Term 2 & 3, Move on in Arabic Stage 1bc - Monday 7pm to 9pm
04/01/202728/06/20270[Read More]
Arabic

Arabic 2

Description

We look forward to welcoming both new and returning students to the University of Southampton. Unless otherwise stated, all courses will be taught in person at our Avenue Campus.

We would like to advise that you will need to have the appropriate technology and suitable internet connection in place, as we will be making use of online materials. At Southampton, we use a virtual learning environment (VLE) called Blackboard which is used to deliver learning materials and real-time online teaching for our students.

Our Language courses run for 10 weeks each term and include a half-term break. Please see our Book a course page for term dates, including half-term and seasonal holiday dates.

Arabic Improvers Stage 2

This course will take place on Tuesday evenings from 7pm to 9pm on the following dates:-

  • Term 1 - 06/10/2026 to 15/12/2026
  • Term 2 - 05/01/2027 to 16/03/2027
  • Term 3 - 13/04/2027 to 22/06/2027

The course fees are:

  • Standard price - £420.00
  • Staff/student/alumni price - £390.00

Please note: if you select the staff/student/alumni price option, you must use an online store account that has been set up with your University email address and fill out your University staff, student or alumni ID number when prompted as part of the questionnaire data section.

When booking a course please do consult our Terms and Conditions which set out our cancellation and refund policy. 

For more details about Arabic Improvers Stage 2, please click on Read More below.

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Arabic Improvers Stage 2 Term 1, 2 & 3 Tuesday 7pm to 9pm
06/10/202622/06/20270[Read More]
French 1a

French 1

Description

We look forward to welcoming both new and returning students to the University of Southampton. Unless otherwise stated, all courses will be taught in person at our Avenue Campus.

We would like to advise that you will need to have the appropriate technology and suitable internet connection in place, as we will be making use of online materials. At Southampton, we use a virtual learning environment (VLE) called Blackboard which is used to deliver learning materials and real-time online teaching for our students.

We offer a variety of different options at Stage 1 (beginners). The taster course is an ideal opportunity to try out learning the language before committing to a longer period of study. After completing Stage 1a, there will be the opportunity to progress onto Stage 1b and 1c. Or there is the option to book the full 30-week course, (stage 1a, b and c).

Our Language courses run for 10 weeks each term and include a half-term break. Please see our Book a course page for term dates, including half-term and seasonal holiday dates.

French Beginners Stage 1

Classes will take place on Wednesday evenings from 6:30pm to 8:30pm on the following dates: -

A Taste of French (Stage 1a) - 07/10/2026 to 16/12/2026

Standard price - £195: Staff/student/alumni price - £175.

Move on in French (Stage 1b and 1c) - 06/01/2027 to 17/03/2027 and 14/04/2027 to 23/06/2027

Standard price - £315 : Staff/student/alumni price - £285.

French 1 (Stage 1abc) - 07/10/2026 to 16/12/2026, 06/01/2027 to 17/03/2027 and 14/04/2027 to 23/06/2027

Standard price - £420: Staff/student/alumni price - £390.

Please note: If you select the staff/student/alumni price option, you must use an online store account that has been set up with your University email address and fill out your University staff, student or alumni ID number when prompted as part of the questionnaire data section.

When booking a course please consult our Terms and Conditions which set out our cancellation and refund policy. 

For more details about French Stage 1, please click on Read More below.

 

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Term 1, 2 & 3, French Stage 1abc - Wednesday, 6.30pm to 8.30pm
07/10/202623/06/20270[Read More]
Term 1, A Taste of French Stage 1a - Wednesday, 6.30pm to 8.30pm
07/10/202616/12/20260[Read More]
Term 2 & 3, Move on in French Stage 1bc - Wednesday, 6.30pm to 8.30pm
06/01/202723/06/20270[Read More]
French 2

French 2

Description

We look forward to welcoming both new and returning students to the University of Southampton. Unless otherwise stated, all courses will be taught in person at our Avenue Campus.

We would like to advise that you will need to have the appropriate technology and suitable internet connection in place, as we will be making use of online materials. At Southampton, we use a virtual learning environment (VLE) called Blackboard which is used to deliver learning materials and real-time online teaching for our students.

Our Language courses run for 10 weeks each term and include a half-term break. Please see our Book a course page for term dates, including half-term and seasonal holiday dates.

French Improvers Stage 2

This course will take place on Tuesday evenings from 6.30pm to 8.30pm on the following dates:-

  • Term 1 - 06/10/2026 to 15/12/2026
  • Term 2 - 05/01/2027 to 16/03/2027
  • Term 3 - 13/04/2027 to 22/06/2027

The course fees are:-

  • Standard price - £420.00
  • Staff/student/alumni price - £390.00

Please note: if you select the staff/student/alumni price option, you must use an online store account that has been set up with your University email address and fill out your University staff, student or alumni ID number when prompted as part of the questionnaire data section.

When booking a course please consult our Terms and Conditions which set out our cancellation and refund policy. 

For more details about French Stage 2, please click on Read More below.

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Term 1, 2 & 3, French Stage 2 - Tuesday, 6.30pm to 8.30pm
06/10/202622/06/20270[Read More]
German 1a

German 1

Description

We look forward to welcoming both new and returning students to the University of Southampton. Unless otherwise stated, all courses will be taught in person at our Avenue Campus.

We would like to advise that you will need to have the appropriate technology and suitable internet connection in place, as we will be making use of online materials. At Southampton, we use a virtual learning environment (VLE) called Blackboard which is used to deliver learning materials and real-time online teaching for our students.

We offer a variety of different options at Stage 1 (beginners). The taster course is an ideal opportunity to try out learning the language before committing to a longer period of study. After completing Stage 1a, there will be the opportunity to progress onto Stage 1b and 1c. Or there is the option to book the full 30 week course, (stage 1a, b and c).

Our Language courses run for 10 weeks each term and include a half-term break. Please see our Book a course page for term dates, including half-term and seasonal holiday dates.

German Beginners Stage 1

Classes will take place on Thursday evenings from 7pm to 9pm on the following dates:

A Taste of German (Stage 1a) - 08/10/2026 to 17/12/2026

Standard price - £195 : Staff/student/alumni price - £175.

Move on in German (Stage 1b and 1c) - 07/01/2027 to 18/03/2027 and 15/04/2027 to 24/06/2027

Standard price - £315 : Staff/student/alumni price - £285.

German 1 (Stage 1abc) - 08/10/2026 to 17/12/2026, 07/01/2027 to 18/03/2027 and 15/04/2027 to 24/06/2027

Standard price - £420: Staff/student/alumni price - £390.

Please note: If you select the staff/student/alumni price option, you must use an online store account that has been set up with your University email address and fill out your University staff, student or alumni ID number when prompted as part of the questionnaire data section.

When booking a course please consult our Terms and Conditions which set out our cancellation and refund policy. 

For more details about German Beginners Stage 1, please click on Read More below.

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Term 1, A Taste of German Stage 1a - Thursday, 7pm to 9pm
08/10/202617/12/20260[Read More]
Term 1, 2 & 3, German Stage 1abc - Thursday, 7pm to 9pm
08/10/202624/06/20270[Read More]
Term 2 & 3, Move on in German Stage 1bc - Thursday, 7pm to 9pm
07/01/202724/06/20270[Read More]
German2a

German 2

Description

We look forward to welcoming both new and returning students to the University of Southampton. Unless otherwise stated, all courses will be taught in person at our Avenue Campus.

We would like to advise that you will need to have the appropriate technology and suitable internet connection in place, as we will be making use of online materials. At Southampton, we use a virtual learning environment (VLE) called Blackboard which is used to deliver learning materials and real-time online teaching for our students.

Our Language courses run for 10 weeks each term and include a half-term break. Please see our Book a course page for term dates, including half-term and seasonal holiday dates.

German Improvers Stage 2

This course will take place on Tuesday evenings from 7pm to 9pm on the following dates:-

  • Term 1 - 06/10/2026 to 15/12/2026
  • Term 2 - 05/01/2027 to 16/03/2027
  • Term 3 - 13/04/2027 to 22/06/2027

The course fees are:

  • Standard price - £420.00
  • Staff/student/alumni price - £390.00

Please note: if you select the staff/student/alumni price option, you must use an online store account that has been set up with your University email address and fill out your University staff, student or alumni ID number when prompted as part of the questionnaire data section.

This discount is not available if you have taken a Lifelong Learning evening course before.

When booking a course please do consult our Terms and Conditions which set out our cancellation and refund policy. 

For further information about this course, please click on Read More below.

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German Improvers Stage 2 Term 1, 2 & 3 Tuesday 7pm to 9pm
06/10/202622/06/20270[Read More]
Greek

Greek 1

Description

We look forward to welcoming both new and returning students to the University of Southampton. Unless otherwise stated, all courses will be taught in person at our Avenue Campus.

We would like to advise that you will need to have the appropriate technology and suitable internet connection in place, as we will be making use of online materials. At Southampton, we use a virtual learning environment (VLE) called Blackboard which is used to deliver learning materials and real-time online teaching for our students.

We offer a variety of different options at Stage 1 (beginners). The taster course is an ideal opportunity to try out learning the language before committing to a longer period of study. After completing Stage 1a, there will be the opportunity to progress onto Stage 1b and 1c. Or there is the option to book the full 30 week course, (stage 1a, b and c).

Our Language courses run for 10 weeks each term and include a half-term break. Please see our Book a course page for term dates, including half-term and seasonal holiday dates.

Greek Beginners Stage 1

This course will take place on Wednesday evenings from 7pm to 9pm on the following dates:

A Taste of Greek (Stage 1a) - 07/10/2026 to 16/12/2026

Standard price - £195 : Staff/student/alumni price - £175.

Move on in Greek (Stage 1b and 1c) - 06/01/2027 to 17/03/2027 & 14/04/2027 to 23/06/2027

Standard price - £315 : Staff/student/alumni price - £285.

Greek 1 (Stage 1abc) - 07/10/2026 to 16/12/2026, 06/01/2027 to 17/03/2027 & 14/04/2027 to 23/06/2027

Standard price - £420 : Staff/student/alumni price - £390.

Please note: If you select the staff/student/alumni price option, you must use an online store account that has been set up with your University email address and fill out your University staff, student or alumni ID number when prompted as part of the questionnaire data section.

When booking a course please consult our Terms and Conditions which set out our cancellation and refund policy. 

For more details about Greek Stage 1, please click on Read More below.

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Term 1, 2 & 3, German Stage 1abc - Wednesday 7pm to 9pm
07/10/202623/06/20270[Read More]
A Taste of Greek Stage 1a - Wednesday 7pm to 9pm
07/10/202616/12/20260[Read More]
Term 2 & 3, Move on in Greek Stage 1bc - Wednesday 7pm to 9pm
06/01/202723/06/20270[Read More]
GREEK

Greek 2

Description

We look forward to welcoming both new and returning students to the University of Southampton. Unless otherwise stated, all courses will be taught in person at our Avenue Campus.

We would like to advise that you will need to have the appropriate technology and suitable internet connection in place, as we will be making use of online materials. At Southampton, we use a virtual learning environment (VLE) called Blackboard which is used to deliver learning materials and real-time online teaching for our students.

Our Language courses run for 10 weeks each term and include a half-term break. Please see our Book a course page for term dates, including half-term and seasonal holiday dates.

Greek Improvers Stage 2

This course will take place on Tuesday evenings from 7pm to 9pm on the following dates:-

  • Term 1 - 06/10/2026 to 15/12/2026
  • Term 2 - 05/01/2027 to 16/03/2027
  • Term 3 - 13/04/2027 to 22/06/2027

The course fees are:-

  • Standard price - £420.00
  • Staff/student/alumni price - £390.00

Please note: if you select the staff/student/alumni price option, you must use an online store account that has been set up with your University email address and fill out your University staff, student or alumni ID number when prompted as part of the questionnaire data section.

When booking a course please consult our Terms and Conditions which set out our cancellation and refund policy. 

For further information about this course please click on Read More below.

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Greek Improvers Stage 2 Term 1, 2 & 3 Tuesday 7pm to 9pm
06/10/202622/06/20270[Read More]
Italian1a

Italian 1

Description

We look forward to welcoming both new and returning students to the University of Southampton. Unless otherwise stated, all courses will be taught in person at our Avenue Campus.

We would like to advise that you will need to have the appropriate technology and suitable internet connection in place, as we will be making use of online materials. At Southampton, we use a virtual learning environment (VLE) called Blackboard which is used to deliver learning materials and real-time online teaching for our students.

We offer a variety of different options at Stage 1 (beginners). The taster course is an ideal opportunity to try out learning the language before committing to a longer period of study. After completing Stage 1a, there will be the opportunity to progress onto Stage 1b and 1c. Or there is the option to book the full 30 week course, (stage 1a, b and c).

Our Language courses run for 10 weeks each term and include a half-term break. Please see our Book a course page for term dates, including half-term and seasonal holiday dates.

Italian Beginners Stage 1

This course will take place on Tuesday evenings from 6.30pm to 8.30pm on the following dates:

A Taste of Italian (Stage 1a) - 06/10/2026 to 15/12/2026

Standard price - £195 : Staff/student/alumni price - £175.

Move on in Italian (Stage 1b and 1c) - 05/01/2027 to 16/03/2027 & 13/04/2027 to 22/06/2027

Standard price - £315 : Staff/student/alumni price - £285.

Italian 1 (Stage 1abc) - 06/10/2026 to 15/12/2026, 05/01/2027 to 16/03/2027 & 13/04/2027 to 22/06/2027

Standard price - £420 : Staff/student/alumni price - £390.

Please note: If you select the staff/student/alumni price option, you must use an online store account that has been set up with your University email address and fill out your University staff, student or alumni ID number when prompted as part of the questionnaire data section.

When booking a course please consult our Terms and Conditions which set out our cancellation and refund policy. 

For more details about this course, please click on Read More below.

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A Taste of Italian Stage 1a - Tuesday 6.30pm to 8.30pm
06/10/202615/12/20260[Read More]
Term 1, 2 & 3, Italian Stage 1abc - Tuesday 6.30pm to 8.30pm
06/10/202622/06/20270[Read More]
Term 2 & 3, Move on in Italian Stage 1bc - Tuesday 6.30pm to 8.30pm
05/01/202722/06/20270[Read More]
Italian2a

Italian 2

Description

We look forward to welcoming both new and returning students to the University of Southampton. Unless otherwise stated, all courses will be taught in person at our Avenue Campus.

We would like to advise that you will need to have the appropriate technology and suitable internet connection in place, as we will be making use of online materials. At Southampton, we use a virtual learning environment (VLE) called Blackboard which is used to deliver learning materials and real-time online teaching for our students.

Our Language courses run for 10 weeks each term and include a half-term break. Please see our Book a course page for term dates, including half-term and seasonal holiday dates.

Italian Improvers Stage 2

This course will take place on Thursday evenings from 6:30pm to 8:30pm on the following dates:

  • Term 1 - 08/10/2026 to 17/12/2026
  • Term 2 - 07/01/2027 to 18/03/2027
  • Term 3 - 15/04/2027 to 24/06/2027

The course fees are:-

  • Standard price - £420.00
  • Staff/student/alumni price - £390.00

Please note: if you select the staff/student/alumni price option, you must use an online store account that has been set up with your University email address and fill out your University staff, student or alumni ID number when prompted as part of the questionnaire data section.

When booking a course please consult our Terms and Conditions which set out our cancellation and refund policy. 

For more details about Italian Stage 2, please click on Read More below.

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Italian Improvers Stage 2, Term 1, 2 & 3, Thursday 6:30pm to 8:30pm
08/10/202624/06/20270[Read More]
JAPANESE flag

Japanese 1

Description

We look forward to welcoming both new and returning students to the University of Southampton. Unless otherwise stated, all courses will be taught in person at our Avenue Campus.

We would like to advise that you will need to have the appropriate technology and suitable internet connection in place, as we will be making use of online materials. At Southampton, we use a virtual learning environment (VLE) called Blackboard which is used to deliver learning materials and real-time online teaching for our students.

We offer a variety of different options at Stage 1 (beginners). The taster course is an ideal opportunity to try out learning the language before committing to a longer period of study. After completing Stage 1a, there will be the opportunity to progress onto Stage 1b and 1c. Or there is the option to book the full 30 week course, (stage 1a, b and c).

Our Language courses run for 10 weeks each term and include a half-term break. Please see our Book a course page for term dates, including half-term and seasonal holiday dates.

Japanese Beginners Stage 1

This course will take place on Thursday evenings from 7pm to 9pm on the following dates:

A Taste of Japanese (Stage 1a) - 08/10/2026 to 17/12/2026

Standard price - £195 : Staff/student/alumni price - £175.

Move on in Japanese (Stage 1b and 1c) - 21/01/2027 to 18/03/2027 & 08/04/2027 to 01/07/2027

Standard price - £315 : Staff/student/alumni price - £285.

Japanese 1 (Stage 1abc) - 08/10/2026 to 17/12/2026, 21/01/2027 to 18/03/2027 & 08/04/2027 to 01/07/2027

Standard price - £420 : Staff/student/alumni price - £390.

Please note: If you select the staff/student/alumni price option, you must use an online store account that has been set up with your University email address and fill out your University staff, student or alumni ID number when prompted as part of the questionnaire data section.

When booking a course please consult our Terms and Conditions which set out our cancellation and refund policy. 

For more details about Japanese Stage 1, please click on Read More below.

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Term 1, 2 & 3, Japanese Stage 1abc - Thursday, 7pm to 9pm
08/10/202601/07/20270[Read More]
Term 1, A Taste of Japanese Stage 1a - Thursday, 7pm to 9pm
08/10/202617/12/20260[Read More]
Term 2 & 3, Move on in Japanese Stage 1bc - Thursday, 7pm to 9pm
21/01/202701/07/20270[Read More]
Japanese2

Japanese 2

Description

We look forward to welcoming both new and returning students to the University of Southampton. Unless otherwise stated, all courses will be taught in person at our Avenue Campus.

We would like to advise that you will need to have the appropriate technology and suitable internet connection in place, as we will be making use of online materials. At Southampton, we use a virtual learning environment (VLE) called Blackboard which is used to deliver learning materials and real-time online teaching for our students.

Our Language courses run for 10 weeks each term and include a half-term break. Please see our Book a course page for term dates, including half-term and seasonal holiday dates.

Japanese Improvers Stage 2

This course will take place on Monday evenings from 7pm to 9pm on the following dates:

  • Term 1 - 05/10/2026 to 14/12/2026
  • Term 2 - 18/01/2027 to 15/03/2027
  • Term 3 - 05/04/2027 to 28/06/2027 two replacement classes will be arranged in lieu of the May Bank holidays.

The course fees are:-

  • Standard price - £420.
  • Staff/student/alumni price - £390.

Please note: if you select the staff/student/alumni price option, you must use an online store account that has been set up with your University email address and fill out your University staff, student or alumni ID number when prompted as part of the questionnaire data section.

When booking a course please consult our Terms and Conditions which set out our cancellation and refund policy. 

For more details about Japanese Stage 2, please click on Read More below.

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Japanese Improvers Stage 2 Term 1, 2 & 3, Monday 7pm to 9pm
05/10/202628/06/20270[Read More]
Chinese1a

Mandarin Chinese 1

Description

We look forward to welcoming both new and returning students to the University of Southampton. Unless otherwise stated, all courses will be taught in person at our Avenue Campus.

We would like to advise that you will need to have the appropriate technology and suitable internet connection in place, as we will be making use of online materials. At Southampton, we use a virtual learning environment (VLE) called Blackboard which is used to deliver learning materials and real-time online teaching for our students.

We offer a variety of different options at Stage 1 (beginners). The taster course is an ideal opportunity to try out learning the language before committing to a longer period of study. After completing Stage 1a, there will be the opportunity to progress onto Stage 1b and 1c. Or there is the option to book the full 30 week course, (stage 1a, b and c).

Our Language courses run for 10 weeks each term and include a half-term break. Please see our Book a course page for term dates, including half-term and seasonal holiday dates.

Chinese Beginners Stage 1

This course will take place on Monday evenings from 7pm to 9pm on the following dates:

For 1bc and 1abc courses, two replacement classes will be arranged in lieu of the May Bank holidays.

A Taste of Chinese (Stage 1a) - 05/10/2026 to 14/12/2026

Standard price - £195 : Staff/student/alumni price - £175.

Move on in Chinese (Stage 1b and 1c) - 04/01/2027 to 15/03/2027 & 12/04/2027 to 28/06/2027

Standard price - £315 : Staff/student/alumni price - £285.

Chinese 1 (Stage 1abc) - 05/10/2026 to 14/12/2026,  04/01/2027 to 15/03/2027 & 12/04/2027 to 28/05/2027

Standard price - £420 : Staff/student/alumni price - £390.

Please note: If you select the staff/student/alumni price option, you must use an online store account that has been set up with your University email address and fill out your University staff, student or alumni ID number when prompted as part of the questionnaire data section.

When booking a course please consult our Terms and Conditions which set out our cancellation and refund policy. 

For more details about Chinese Beginners Stage 1, please click on Read More below.

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Term 1, A Taste of Chinese Stage 1a - Monday, 7pm to 9pm
05/10/202614/12/20260[Read More]
Term 1, 2 & 3, Chinese Stage 1abc - Monday, 7pm to 9pm
05/10/202628/06/20270[Read More]
Term 2 & 3, Move on in Chinese Stage 1bc - Monday 7pm to 9pm
04/01/202728/06/20270[Read More]
Chinese2a

Mandarin Chinese 2

Description

We look forward to welcoming both new and returning students to the University of Southampton. Unless otherwise stated, all courses will be taught in person at our Avenue Campus.

We would like to advise that you will need to have the appropriate technology and suitable internet connection in place, as we will be making use of online materials. At Southampton, we use a virtual learning environment (VLE) called Blackboard which is used to deliver learning materials and real-time online teaching for our students.

Our Language courses run for 10 weeks each term and include a half-term break. Please see our Book a course page for term dates, including half-term and seasonal holiday dates.

Mandarin Chinese Improvers Stage 2

This course will take place on Tuesday evenings from 7pm to 9pm on the following dates:

  • Term 1 - 06/10/2026 to 15/12/2026
  • Term 2 - 05/01/2027 to 16/03/2027
  • Term 3 - 13/04/2027 to 22/06/2027

The course fees are:

  • Standard price - £420.00
  • Staff/student/alumni price - £390.00

Please note: if you select the staff/student/alumni price option, you must use an online store account that has been set up with your University email address and fill out your University staff, student or alumni ID number when prompted as part of the questionnaire data section.

When booking a course please consult our Terms and Conditions which set out our cancellation and refund policy. 

For more details about Chinese Stage 2, please click on Read More below.

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Chinese Improvers Stage 2 Term 1, 2 & 3 Tuesday 7pm to 9pm
06/10/202622/06/20270[Read More]
Portuguese

Portuguese 1

Description

We look forward to welcoming both new and returning students to the University of Southampton. Unless otherwise stated, all courses will be taught in person at our Avenue Campus.

We would like to advise that you will need to have the appropriate technology and suitable internet connection in place, as we will be making use of online materials. At Southampton, we use a virtual learning environment (VLE) called Blackboard which is used to deliver learning materials and real-time online teaching for our students.

We offer a variety of different options at Stage 1 (beginners). The taster course is an ideal opportunity to try out learning the language before committing to a longer period of study. After completing Stage 1a, there will be the opportunity to progress onto Stage 1b and 1c. Or there is the option to book the full 30 week course, (stage 1a, b and c).

Our Language courses run for 10 weeks each term and include a half-term break. Please see our Book a course page for term dates, including half-term and seasonal holiday dates.

Portuguese Beginners Stage 1

This course will take place on Wednesday evenings from 6.30pm to 8.30pm on the following dates:

A Taste of Portuguese (Stage 1a) - 07/10/2026 to 16/12/2026

Standard price - £195 : Staff/student/alumni price - £175.

Move on in Portuguese (Stage 1b and 1c) - 06/01/2027 to 17/03/2027 & 14/04/2027 to 23/06/2026

Standard price - £315 : Staff/student/alumni price - £285.

Portuguese 1 (Stage 1abc) - 07/10/2026 to 16/12/2026, 06/01/2027 to 17/03/2027 & 14/04/2027 to 23/06/2026

Standard price - £420 : Staff/student/alumni price - £390.

Please note: If you select the staff/student/alumni price option, you must use an online store account that has been set up with your University email address and fill out your University staff, student or alumni ID number when prompted as part of the questionnaire data section.

When booking a course please consult our Terms and Conditions which set out our cancellation and refund policy. 

For more details about Portuguese Stage 1, please click on Read More below.

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Term 1, 2 & 3, Portuguese Stage 1abc - Wednesday 6:30pm to 8:30pm
07/10/202623/06/20270[Read More]
A Taste of Portuguese Stage 1a - Wednesday 6:30pm to 8:30pm
07/10/202616/12/20260[Read More]
Term 2 & 3, Move on in Portuguese Stage 1bc - Wednesday 6:30pm to 8:30pm
06/01/202723/06/20270[Read More]
Portuguese2a

Portuguese 2

Description

We look forward to welcoming both new and returning students to the University of Southampton. Unless otherwise stated, all courses will be taught in person at our Avenue Campus.

We would like to advise that you will need to have the appropriate technology and suitable internet connection in place, as we will be making use of online materials. At Southampton, we use a virtual learning environment (VLE) called Blackboard which is used to deliver learning materials and real-time online teaching for our students.

Our Language courses run for 10 weeks each term and include a half-term break. Please see our Book a course page for term dates, including half-term and seasonal holiday dates.

Portuguese Improvers Stage 2

This course will take place on Tuesday evenings from 6:30pm to 8:30pm on the following dates:

  • Term 1 - 06/10/2026 to 15/12/2026
  • Term 2 - 05/01/2027 to 16/03/2027
  • Term 3 - 13/04/2027 to 22/06/2027

The course fees are:-

  • Standard price - £420.
  • Staff/student/alumni price - £390.

Please note: if you select the staff/student/alumni price option, you must use an online store account that has been set up with your University email address and fill out your University staff, student or alumni ID number when prompted as part of the questionnaire data section.

When booking a course please consult our Terms and Conditions which set out our cancellation and refund policy. 

For more details about Portuguese Stage 2, please click on Read More below.

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Portuguese Improvers Stage 2 Term 1, 2 & 3 - Tuesday 6:30pm to 8:30pm
06/10/202622/06/20270[Read More]
Portuguese

Portuguese 3

Description

We look forward to welcoming both new and returning students to the University of Southampton. Unless otherwise stated, all courses will be taught in person at our Avenue Campus.

We would like to advise that you will need to have the appropriate technology and suitable internet connection in place, as we will be making use of online materials. At Southampton, we use a virtual learning environment (VLE) called Blackboard which is used to deliver learning materials and real-time online teaching for our students.

Our Language courses run for 10 weeks each term and include a half-term break. Please see our Book a course page for term dates, including half-term and seasonal holiday dates.

Portuguese Intermediate Stage 3

This course will take place on Monday evenings from 6:30pm to 8:30pm on the following dates:-

  • Term 1 - 05/10/2026 to 14/12/2026
  • Term 2 - 04/01/2027 to 15/03/2027
  • Term 3 - 12/04/2027 to 28/06/2027

The course fees are:-

  • Standard price - £420.
  • Staff/student/alumni price - £390.

Please note: if you select the staff/student/alumni price option, you must use an online store account that has been set up with your University email address and fill out your University staff, student or alumni ID number when prompted as part of the questionnaire data section.

When booking a course please do consult our Terms and Conditions which set out our cancellation and refund policy. 

For more details about Portuguese Stage 3, please click on Read More below.

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Portuguese Intermediate Stage 3 Term 1, 2 & 3 - Monday 6:30pm to 8:30pm
05/10/202628/06/20270[Read More]
Russian

Russian 1

Description

We look forward to welcoming both new and returning students to the University of Southampton. Unless otherwise stated, all courses will be taught in person at our Avenue Campus.

We would like to advise that you will need to have the appropriate technology and suitable internet connection in place, as we will be making use of online materials. At Southampton, we use a virtual learning environment (VLE) called Blackboard which is used to deliver learning materials and real-time online teaching for our students.

We offer a variety of different options at Stage 1 (beginners). The taster course is an ideal opportunity to try out learning the language before committing to a longer period of study. After completing Stage 1a, there will be the opportunity to progress onto Stage 1b and 1c. Or there is the option to book the full 30 week course, (stage 1a, b and c).

Our Language courses run for 10 weeks each term and include a half-term break. Please see our Book a course page for term dates, including half-term and seasonal holiday dates.

Russian Beginners Stage 1

This course will take place on Tuesday evenings from 7pm to 9pm on the following dates:

A Taste of Russian (Stage 1a) - 06/10/2026 to 15/12/2026

Standard price - £195 : Staff/student/alumni price - £175.

Move on in Russian (Stage 1b and 1c) - 05/01/2027 to 16/03/2027 & 13/04/2027 to 22/06/2027

Standard price - £315 : Staff/student/alumni price - £285.

Russian 1 (Stage 1abc) - 06/10/2026 to 15/12/2026, 05/01/2027 to 16/03/2027 & 13/04/2027 to 22/06/2027

Standard price - £420 : Staff/student/alumni price - £390.

Please note: If you select the staff/student/alumni price option, you must use an online store account that has been set up with your University email address and fill out your University staff, student or alumni ID number when prompted as part of the questionnaire data section.

When booking a course please consult our Terms and Conditions which set out our cancellation and refund policy. 

For more details about Russian Stage 1, please click on Read More below.

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A Taste of Russian Stage 1a - Tuesday 7pm to 9pm
06/10/202615/12/20260[Read More]
Term 1, 2 & 3, Russian Stage 1abc - Tuesday 7pm to 9pm
06/10/202622/06/20270[Read More]
Term 2 & 3, Move on in Russian Stage 1bc - Tuesday 7pm to 9pm
05/01/202722/06/20270[Read More]
SPANISH

Spanish 1

Description

We look forward to welcoming both new and returning students to the University of Southampton. Unless otherwise stated, all courses will be taught in person at our Avenue Campus.

We would like to advise that you will need to have the appropriate technology and suitable internet connection in place, as we will be making use of online materials. At Southampton, we use a virtual learning environment (VLE) called Blackboard which is used to deliver learning materials and real-time online teaching for our students.

We offer a variety of different options at Stage 1 (beginners). The taster course is an ideal opportunity to try out learning the language before committing to a longer period of study. After completing Stage 1a, there will be the opportunity to progress onto Stage 1b and 1c. Or there is the option to book the full 30 week course, (stage 1a, b and c). 

Our Language courses run for 10 weeks each term and include a half-term break. Please see our Book a course page for term dates, including half-term and seasonal holiday dates.

Spanish Beginners Stage 1

Classes will take place on Wednesday evenings from 7pm to 9pm on the following dates:-

A Taste of Spanish (Stage 1a) - 07/10/2026 to 16/12/2026

Standard price - £195 : Staff/student/alumni price - £175.

Move on in Spanish (Stage 1b and 1c)06/01/2027 to 17/03/2027 and 14/04/2027 to 23/06/2027

Standard price - £315 : Staff/student/alumni price - £285.

Spanish Stage 1abc -07/10/2026 to 16/12/2026, 06/01/2027 to 17/03/2027 and 14/04/2027 to 23/06/2027

Standard price - £420 : Staff/student/alumni price- £390.

Please note: If you select the staff/student/alumni price option, you must use an online store account that has been set up with your University email address and fill out your University staff, student or alumni ID number when prompted as part of the questionnaire data section.

When booking a course please consult our Terms and Conditions which set out our cancellation and refund policy. 

For more details about Spanish Stage 1, please click on Read More below.

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Term 1, A Taste of Spanish Stage 1a - Wednesday, 7pm to 9pm
07/10/202616/12/20260[Read More]
Term 1, 2 & 3, Spanish Stage 1abc - Wednesday, 7pm to 9pm
07/10/202623/06/20270[Read More]
Term 2 & 3, Move on in Spanish Stage 1bc - Wednesday, 7pm to 9pm
06/01/202723/06/20270[Read More]
Spanish

Spanish 2

Description

We look forward to welcoming both new and returning students to the University of Southampton. Unless otherwise stated, all courses will be taught in person at our Avenue Campus.

We would like to advise that you will need to have the appropriate technology and suitable internet connection in place, as we will be making use of online materials. At Southampton, we use a virtual learning environment (VLE) called Blackboard which is used to deliver learning materials and real-time online teaching for our students.

Our Language courses run for 10 weeks each term and include a half-term break. Please see our Book a course page for term dates, including half-term and seasonal holiday dates.

Spanish Improvers Stage 2

This course will take place on Tuesday evenings from 6:30pm to 8:30pm on the following dates:

  • Term 1 - 06/10/2026 to 15/12/2026
  • Term 2 - 05/01/2027 to 16/03/2027
  • Term 3 - 13/04/2027 to 22/06/2027

The course fees are:-

  • Standard price - £420.00
  • Staff/student/alumni price - £390.00

Please note: if you select the staff/student/alumni price option, you must use an online store account that has been set up with your University email address and fill out your University staff, student or alumni ID number when prompted as part of the questionnaire data section.

When booking a course please consult our Terms and Conditions which set out our cancellation and refund policy. Please note, that should we need to move teaching online, you will not be entitled to any refund other than those already set out in our Terms and Conditions.

For more details about Spanish Stage 2, please click on Read More below.

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Spanish Improvers Stage 2 Term 1, 2 & 3 - Tuesday 6:30pm to 8:30pm
06/10/202622/06/20270[Read More]
Spanish 3

Spanish 3

Description

We look forward to welcoming both new and returning students to the University of Southampton. Unless otherwise stated, all courses will be taught in person at our Avenue Campus.

We would like to advise that you will need to have the appropriate technology and suitable internet connection in place, as we will be making use of online materials. At Southampton, we use a virtual learning environment (VLE) called Blackboard which is used to deliver learning materials and real-time online teaching for our students.

Our Language courses run for 10 weeks each term and include a half-term break. Please see our Book a course page for term dates, including half-term and seasonal holiday dates.

Spanish Intermediate Stage 3

This course will take place on Wednesday evenings from 6:30pm to 8:30pm on the following dates:

  • Term 1 - 07/10/2026 to 16/12/2026
  • Term 2 - 06/01/2027 to 17/03/2027
  • Term 3 - 14/04/2027 to 23/06/2027

The course fees are:-

  • Standard price - £420.
  • Staff/student/alumni price - £390.

Please note: if you select the staff/student/alumni price option, you must use an online store account that has been set up with your University email address and fill out your University staff, student or alumni ID number when prompted as part of the questionnaire data section.

When booking a course please consult our Terms and Conditions which set out our cancellation and refund policy. 

For more details about Spanish Stage 3, please click on Read More below.

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Spanish Intermediate Stage 3 Term 1, 2 & 3 - Wednesday 6:30pm to 8:30pm
07/10/202623/06/20270[Read More]
Spanish4a

Spanish 4

Description

We look forward to welcoming both new and returning students to the University of Southampton. Unless otherwise stated, all courses will be taught in person at our Avenue Campus.

We would like to advise that you will need to have the appropriate technology and suitable internet connection in place, as we will be making use of online materials. At Southampton, we use a virtual learning environment (VLE) called Blackboard which is used to deliver learning materials and real-time online teaching for our students.

Our Language courses run for 10 weeks each term and include a half-term break. Please see our Book a course page for term dates, including half-term and seasonal holiday dates.

Spanish Upper-Intermediate Stage 4 (Advanced)

This course will take place on Monday evenings from 6:30pm to 8:30pm on the following dates:

  • Term 1 - 05/10/2026 to 14/12/2026
  • Term 2 - 04/01/2027 to 15/03/2027
  • Term 3 - 12/04/2027 to 28/06/2027 - two replacement classes will be arranged in lieu of the May Bank holidays.

The course fees are:

  • Standard price - £420.
  • Staff/student/alumni price - £390.

Please note: if you select the staff/student/alumni price option, you must use an online store account that has been set up with your University email address and fill out your University staff, student or alumni ID number when prompted as part of the questionnaire data section.

When booking a course please consult our Terms and Conditions which set out our cancellation and refund policy. 

For more details about Spanish Stage 4, please click on Read More below.

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Spanish Upper-Intermediate Stage 4 Term 1, 2 & 3 - Monday 6:30pm to 8:30pm
05/10/202628/06/20270[Read More]
Welcome to Lifelong Learning

Welcome to Lifelong Learning

Description

Future Courses To Be Announced

For further information please visit our WEBSITE

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09/11/202331/12/20250[Read More]