Target group
Students with no previous knowledge of the Swedish language.
Aim of the course
To know basic Swedish for everyday situations.
Course content
- simple ways of introducing yourself, greetings, shopping, ordering, talking on the phone, asking for information etc.
- describing your house/home, your family and your own country
- discussing everyday life in the present and past tense
- reading and writing simple texts and messages
- information about Sweden and Swedish culture
- numbers and time
- word order
- Swedish pronunciation and intonation
The teaching is in Swedish from the start and the main focus is on oral communication. You are expected to take an active part in the lessons and your personal your own thoughts on various topics are an integral part of the course. You will need to study a couple of hours at home before each lesson.
Course literature
Rivstart A1+A2 by Paula Levy Scherrer and Karl Lindemalm, latest edition, REVISION 3 (text and excercise book). Course books are not included in the course fee. You will use these books until you start with a course at level B1, then it's a new book.
To register and pay for a course
Click on the red button "BOKA NU" and complete the application form. Click on "Use the English booking form" if you do not have a Swedish personal number.
FAQ (Frequently asked questions) about our Swedish courses.
OPTIONAL: Extended course
In addition to your morning course, you can choose to have additional individual hours to practise your individual needs in grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary, professional language etc. Read more about it here.
Recommended continuation course
After this course, you can book a course at level A2.
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