Spanish 1 (A0 → A1-)

Level: Beginner (0/A2)

Spanish 1 (A0 → A1-)

Level: Beginner (0/A2)

Spanish level 1 introduces you to one of the most beautiful and widely spoken languages in the world. You will work towards language level A1-. The course is ideal if you will be studying in Spain or travelling through South America, but is also suitable for professional purposes.

Please note: this course is given in Dutch.

230,-

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Starting from 16 April 2025

+ 5 more dates

About Spanish 1

During this Spanish course we will cover:

  • the Spanish alphabet.
  • the numbers.
  • important verbs and some grammatical topics.
  • cultural aspects and differences between Spanish spoken in Spain and Spanish spoken in South America.
  • holidays, weather and shopping.

Depending on your level, you can take the DELE exam at level A1 after Spanish level 2 or 3. Your teacher can advise you on this. The DELE exam is a Spanish as a foreign language exam. If you pass this exam, you will receive an official diploma awarded by the Spanish Ministry of Education, Culture and Sport.

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Learning goals

In this beginner’s Spanish course you will work towards language level A1-.

On completion of this Spanish course you will be able to:

  • give information and ask about personal topics.
  • express intentions, preferences and ideas.
  • talk about the weather and climate.
  • buy something in a shop.

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Method

  • In this course we work with the book Aula Internacional 1.
  • You can order the necessary materials for this course via our website’s Order Books page. You should make sure to have all required materials before the start of the first lesson.

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Time investment

  • Spanish 1 consists of 9 sessions of 1,5 hours at Babel in Utrecht or in the virtual classroom.
  • To ensure that you learn as much as possible from the classes, you should expect to spend approximately 2 to 3 hours per week on study and the completion of materials and assignments, which will be discussed during the classes.

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Practical

  • The teacher will speak Spanish as much as possible. Participants can ask questions in Spanish or in Dutch.
  • You can order the necessary books for this course via our website’s Order Books page. You should make sure to have the book before the start of the first lesson.
  • You will receive a certificate if you attend at least 8 of the 9 classes.
  • Do you work at Utrecht University or are you registered as an (exchange) student at the university? Then you get a 15% discount on this course! Register with your UU e-mail address, and the discount will be automatically processed.

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Schedule

  • Starting date: 16 April 2025 (Utrecht)
    Day Date Start End
    Wednesday 16 April 2025 18:30 20:00
    Wednesday 23 April 2025 18:30 20:00
    Wednesday 30 April 2025 18:30 20:00
    Wednesday 7 May 2025 18:30 20:00
    Wednesday 14 May 2025 18:30 20:00
    Wednesday 21 May 2025 18:30 20:00
    Wednesday 28 May 2025 18:30 20:00
    Wednesday 4 June 2025 18:30 20:00
    Wednesday 11 June 2025 18:30 20:00

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  • Starting date: 17 April 2025 (Virtual Classroom)
    Day Date Start End
    Thursday 17 April 2025 20:15 21:45
    Thursday 24 April 2025 20:15 21:45
    Thursday 1 May 2025 20:15 21:45
    Thursday 8 May 2025 20:15 21:45
    Thursday 15 May 2025 20:15 21:45
    Thursday 22 May 2025 20:15 21:45
    Thursday 19 June 2025 20:15 21:45
    Thursday 5 June 2025 20:15 21:45
    Thursday 12 June 2025 20:15 21:45

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  • Starting date: 23 June 2025 (Utrecht)
    Day Date Start End
    Monday 23 June 2025 11:00 11:30
    Wednesday 25 June 2025 11:00 11:30
    Monday 30 June 2025 11:00 11:30
    Wednesday 2 July 2025 11:00 11:30
    Monday 7 July 2025 11:00 11:30
    Wednesday 9 July 2025 11:00 11:30
    Monday 14 July 2025 11:00 11:30
    Wednesday 16 July 2025 11:00 11:30
    Monday 21 July 2025 11:00 11:30

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  • Starting date: 28 July 2025 (Utrecht)
    Day Date Start End
    Monday 28 July 2025 11:00 11:30
    Wednesday 30 July 2025 11:00 11:30
    Monday 4 August 2025 11:00 11:30
    Wednesday 6 August 2025 11:00 11:30
    Monday 11 August 2025 11:00 11:30
    Wednesday 13 August 2025 11:00 11:30
    Monday 18 August 2025 11:00 11:30
    Wednesday 20 August 2025 11:00 11:30
    Monday 25 August 2025 11:00 11:30

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  • Starting date: 2 September 2025 (Utrecht)
    Day Date Start End
    Tuesday 2 September 2025 20:15 21:45
    Tuesday 9 September 2025 20:15 21:45
    Tuesday 16 September 2025 20:15 21:45
    Tuesday 23 September 2025 20:15 21:45
    Tuesday 30 September 2025 20:15 21:45
    Tuesday 7 October 2025 20:15 21:45
    Tuesday 14 October 2025 20:15 21:45
    Tuesday 21 October 2025 20:15 21:45
    Tuesday 28 October 2025 20:15 21:45

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  • Starting date: 4 September 2025 (Virtual Classroom)
    Day Date Start End
    Thursday 4 September 2025 18:30 20:00
    Thursday 11 September 2025 18:30 20:00
    Thursday 18 September 2025 18:30 20:00
    Thursday 25 September 2025 18:30 20:00
    Thursday 2 October 2025 18:30 20:00
    Thursday 9 October 2025 18:30 20:00
    Thursday 16 October 2025 18:30 20:00
    Thursday 23 October 2025 18:30 20:00
    Thursday 30 October 2025 18:30 20:00

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