Languages and cultural studies
Learn a language with Oxford University
Join us in Oxford or online to learn a language or brush up old skills. Our weekly language classes are formed of small groups, to maximise interaction and enhance fluency in a friendly, supportive environment.
All courses run over one term (10 weeks).
Online language courses
The following languages are all offered as online courses, with scheduled live-time classes.
In-person language courses
The following languages are all offered as in-person classes in Oxford:
Please note: we currently do not have any language weekends planned for the 2024-25 academic year.
Upcoming courses
Online - flexible • Short courses
Are we just who we think we are, or are we also who others think we are? Are we born prejudiced? Can we talk of 'national characteristics'? How can we best live together on this planet?
- Wed 25 Sep 2024 – 06 Dec 2024
In-person weekly • Short courses
Improve your language skills, and understanding of the culture, society and daily life in the French-speaking countries. We will be covering listening, speaking and cultural awareness at lower intermediate level.
- Mon 30 Sep 2024 – Mon 02 Dec 2024
- 10 meetings
- 7:30 – 9:30pm
In-person weekly • Short courses
Join this interactive course to learn Chinese language and explore its culture. For complete Beginners as well as those who have learnt some Chinese expressions and phrases through travel or socialising.
- Tue 01 Oct 2024 – Tue 03 Dec 2024
- 10 meetings
- 5:00 – 7:00pm
In-person weekly • Short courses
Consolidate your proficiency in French language and express your opinions on a range of familiar everyday topics. A progression course for students who completed French: Lower Intermediate - Part 2.
- Tue 01 Oct 2024 – Tue 03 Dec 2024
- 10 meetings
- 7:30 – 9:30pm
In-person weekly • Short courses
Improve your language skills, and understanding of the culture, society and daily life in Portuguese-speaking countries. We will be covering listening, speaking and cultural awareness at lower intermediate level.
- Tue 01 Oct 2024 – Tue 03 Dec 2024
- 10 meetings
- 7:15 – 9:15pm
Get in touch
If you have a question about a language class, please get in touch using the contact details below.
Weekly classes
Tel: +44 (0)1865 280892 / 280893
Email: weeklyclasses@conted.ox.ac.uk
Inter-culturally Speaking (Online)
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