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175 Short courses in Language Studies in United Kingdom

Mandarin Chinese
The aim of Mandarin Chinese course from University of Southampton is to enable you to communicate in your target language (TL) at that particular level and in your particular area of interest.

A Beginners' Guide to Writing in English for University Study
Within this A Beginners' Guide to Writing in English for University Study Certificate from the University of Reading you'll learn how to use English for study at university or college and develop your writing skills, vocabulary and grammar.

Italian
The aim of every Italian language course at the University of Southampton is to enable you to communicate in your target language (TL) at that particular level and in your particular area of interest.

English For Academic Purposes
If you already have an offer to start a degree at the University of Derby, this course will give you an IELTS equivalent which will allow you to progress to the University of Derby programmes. University of Derby offers the English For Academic Purposes programme.

Understanding Language - Learning and Teaching
An introduction to some key concepts in the effective teaching and learning of languages. The Understanding Language - Learning and Teaching programme is offered at the University of Southampton.

Russian
The aim of Russian course from University of Southampton is to enable you to communicate in your target language (TL) at that particular level and in your particular area of interest.

Greek
The aim of Greek course from University of Southampton is to enable you to communicate in your target language (TL) at that particular level and in your particular area of interest.
Creative Writing - An Introduction (Stage 1)
On this Creative Writing - An Introduction (Stage 1) course at the Arts University Bournemouth, you’ll be taught the essential skills of creative writing – perfect if you’re an aspiring writer or if you’re prepping for a bigger writing project. You'll develop your skills across a range of forms, including flash fiction, short stories, novels, and poetry.
Beginners Italian 3
As part of our Beginners Italian series, this Beginners Italian 3 online course at The Open University UK continues your journey learning Italian and exploring Italian society and culture. You’ll focus on topics including making travel arrangements, giving directions, making a complaint, and talking about what you are doing now.
Irish 105 - An Introduction to Irish Language and Culture
Deepen your understanding of Irish culture and language, exploring new conversational subjects such as the family and pastime with Irish 105 - An Introduction to Irish Language and Culture at Dublin City University delivered through FutureLearn.
Irish 108 - An Introduction to Irish Language and Culture
Build on your existing knowledge of the Irish language and culture; cover topics like giving directions and making arrangements with Irish 108 - An Introduction to Irish Language and Culture at Dublin City University offered at FutureLearn.
Ancient Greek - Lower Intermediate
The Ancient Greek - Lower Intermediate course offered by University of Oxford will prepare you to read such texts in the original language, and to explore the grammar and deeper meanings of the language.
Arabic Beginners
The Arabic Beginners course offered by City St George's, University of London covers everything from the alphabet to grammatical structures, greetings to describing objects.
German Beginners
The German Beginners course offered by City St George's, University of London will explore key topics for business and travel, including introductions and occupations, ordering food in a restaurant, shopping and making travel arrangements.
Winter Teens Course
The Winter Teens Course offered by Torquay International School is designed to fully immerse young learners in the English language.
Spanish Beginners
From greetings to essential phrases, this Spanish Beginners course offered by City St George's, University of London gives you the key vocabulary and basic grammar you need for conversation.
English Language Skills for Academic Purposes
The English Language Skills for Academic Purposes course from UCL Summer School will cover linguistic structures (a variety of styles and registers from a range of academic authentic material). Various transferable skills will also be developed. This course is offered in two sessions: Session One: Monday 29 June – Friday 17 July 2026. Session Two: Monday 20 July – Friday 7 August 2026
AI Language Technology in the Workplace
The AI Language Technology in the Workplace course from the The Open University UK explores the rapidly rising forms of Artificial Intelligence (AI) such as language technologies that use human language to carry out daily activities, communicate with people and control systems and devices.
An Introduction to Intercultural Competence in the Workplace
Throughout this An Introduction to Intercultural Competence in the Workplace course from The Open University UK, you’ll look at your own experiences and case studies from employees and employers around the world to analyse the critical role language use, identity claims, and culture can play in interactions you may have with others in a range of professional settings.
German Evening Language Classes (All Levels)
These ten-week online evening courses are open to everyone and will help you to communicate effectively in German. University College London (UCL) offers the German Evening Language Classes (All Levels) programme.