Overview
Over two consecutive Saturdays of Portuguese - Language for Travel at IH London, you’ll practice the phrases that matter through role-plays, guided conversations and real travel scenarios.
You’ll leave with a “survival Portuguese” toolkit: high-frequency vocabulary, clearer pronunciation, and easy strategies to keep talking even when you can’t remember the exact word.
Why study Portuguese at IH London?
Portuguese is a global language spoken across Europe, South America and parts of Africa, making it a great choice for travel, culture and international communication.
At International House London, you’ll learn with expert teachers and dynamic, interactive lessons that help you build real communication skills quickly and naturally — with plenty of guided speaking practice from day one.
Programme Structure
You’ll practice Portuguese for real-life travel scenarios, such as:- greetings and polite social language
- checking in/out at hotels and handling common requests
- ordering in cafés/restaurants (dietary needs, problems, paying)
- asking for and understanding directions and transport information
- shopping and making simple enquiries (prices, sizes, tickets, times)
- dealing with unexpected situations (lost items, delays, health/pharmacy basics)
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 8 days
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
This course is ideal for learners who want practical Portuguese for travel, including:
- students who have studied very little Portuguese but want to use it more confidently
- beginners who want a focused “holiday Portuguese” boost
- learners who can understand basic Portuguese but hesitate when speaking
- anyone travelling to Portugal or Brazil (or other Portuguese-speaking destinations) who wants useful language for real situations
If you’re unsure about your level, we can help you choose the best option.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents108 GBP / full≈ 108 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents108 GBP / full≈ 108 GBP / full
Living costs
London
United Kingdom
1137 - 2157 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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