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Why French/ Spanish/ German/ Italian/ Portuguese/ Latin/ Arabic/ Polish/ Swedish/ Russian@HKUSPACE

European

Welcome to our European Language website.

Our main languages are Spanish, French, German, Italian and Portuguese, but we do also offer courses in other languages such as Arabic, Greek, Latin, Polish, Russian, Swedish, Finnish and Dutch.

Our award-bearing courses, which last 120 hours each, are mostly CEF-certified, with well-developed curricula and assessment systems which cover various aspects of the European languages including reading, writing, listening, speaking, grammar and vocabulary. 

Besides, we have shorter courses of just 30 hours, more casual and non-exam based, such as courses for travellers or for beginners, courses in the mornings or during the weekends.

Finally, you can´t miss out on our fun workshops, such as Italian Fashion, Food and Drink, Cooking courses and our several cultural gatherings during the year for each of our main languages!

Our teachers are passionate and committed to the language learning and will guide you through your journey at HKU SPACE!

European Programmes

Programmes Type

Programme Type

Microcredential

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Class Schedule

Financial Assistance

Venue

Hong Kong Island

Kowloon

New Territories

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The programme is aimed at students with no previous or little knowledge of the language. It covers a range of everyday topics and situations and includes a balance of all four skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing), as well as practice on key grammar points, vocabulary and pronunciation relevant to the level. By the end of the programme, students should be able to understand and use basic everyday phrases to introduce themselves, ask and answer questions about personal details. They will also learn language to deal with everyday situations like shopping, eating out, talking about their jobs, families and interests. 
The programme is equivalent to A1 level in the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).
PT
Start To be advised
Duration 120 hours
Fee HK$9,350
The Test de Connaissance du Français (TCF) is a language placement test for non-native speakers of French. Anyone who would like to test their French language proficiency can take the international benchmark exam, after which candidates will receive a certificate issued by the French Ministry of Education, which is valid for 2 years.
 
Why should we take the TCF?
  • Compendious Assessment: The TCF evaluates your French languages skills in a comprehensive way with different language aspects included.
  • International accreditation: The TCF is administered by the Centre International d'Etudes Pédagogiques (CIEP) for the French Ministry of Education. It is designed and accredited according to international standards.
  • Pathway to Overseas Studies: The TCF is widely recognized by higher educational institutions, universities and government authorities. 
  • Professional Development: The results of the benchmark exam, which are also recognized in the professional sector, could be used to endorse your job applications or career development.
  • CEF Reimbursement: Under the scheme of CEF, both the fee of the certificate courses offered by HKU SPACE and the TCF exam fee are reimbursable.
PT
Start 06 JUN 2026 (SAT)
Duration 1.5 hours to 2 hours
Fee HK$1,350
The programme aims to: 
  • Introduce students to the basic letters of the alphabet and how to join them.
  • Enable students to use very simple phrases as well as sentences in basic conversation, e.g. introducing oneself, saying hello, etc.
  • Familiarise students with the very basic grammar and vocabulary needed for very simple communication, e.g. noun genders, nominal sentence, interrogatives, etc.
  • Provide students with the techniques needed to listen to very simplified, everyday dialogues when spoken clearly and slowly.
  • Introduce students to some areas of Arab culture such as names, greetings, festivals and places.
  • Enable students to extract information from very simple written texts such as forms and brief notes.
PT
Start To be advised
Duration 60 hours
Fee HK$5,600
This programme can be taken upon successful completion of the Certificate in German (Upper Intermediate) or an equivalent programme of 350-370 hours. Students will practise their speaking skills, expressing opinions on culture, sport, food & drink, current affairs, local events, holidays & the world today. They will read and react to authentic texts, making comments in both the spoken and written forms. Students will also listen to songs and recordings of native speakers such as public announcements and detailed instructions. By the end of the programme, students should be able to talk about various topics in a more detailed and fluent way , write different types of texts regarding more abstract and cultural matters, summarise the main ideas when listening to clear speeches or reading a wide range of texts.

The programme is equivalent to B1+ level in the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR)
PT
Start To be advised
Duration 120 hours
Fee HK$10,300
The programme aims to:
 
  • Introduce students to simple phrases and sentences used in basic conversation.
  • Teach students the basic grammar and vocabulary needed for simple communication.
  • Provide students with the techniques needed to listen with confidence to simplified, everyday dialogues when spoken clearly and slowly.
  • Introduce students to some aspects of Spanish-speaking cultures such as places for travel and traditional clothing.
  • Enable students to extract information from simple written texts such as forms, and short, simplified articles, and to write short, simple emails and fill in information on a form.
PT
Start To be advised
Duration 60 hours
Fee HK$5,450

The programme aims to:

  • Introduce students to simple phrases and sentences used in basic conversation, e.g.: introducing oneself, greeting, reserving a hotel room, ordering food and drink, talking about your job, finding your way around town, talking about likes and dislikes and holidays.
  • Give students the basic grammar and vocabulary needed for simple communication, e.g. present tense forms, adjectives, articles, basic modal verbs, and prepositions of place.
  • Provide students with the techniques needed to listen with confidence to simplified, everyday dialogues when spoken clearly and slowly.
  • Introduce students to some areas of Swedish culture such as food and drink, greetings, festivals and places.
  • Enable students to extract information from very simple written texts such as forms, menus and short, simplified articles, and to write short simple emails or messages and fill in information on a form, e.g. hotel registration form.
PT
Start To be advised
Duration 40 weeks
Fee HK$9,800

This interdisciplinary programme combines language learning with cultural studies, providing a holistic educational experience. Students will not only learn the very basics of French but also gain some insights into French wine culture, which can enhance their understanding of the language and cultural appreciation in a specific context. By integrating wine appreciation with language learning, students can interact and practise French in real-life scenarios and more relaxed social setting. Besides, this practical approach can enhance their vocabulary as well as simple conversational abilities, improve language retention and make learning more engaging through sensory stimulation.

PT
Start To be advised
Duration 30 hours
Fee HK$8,100

The programme aims to: 

  • Introduce students to simple phrases and sentences used in basic conversation. 
  • Teach students the basic grammar and vocabulary needed for simple communication. 
  • Provide students with the techniques needed to listen with confidence to simplified, everyday dialogues when spoken clearly and slowly. 
  • Introduce students to some aspects of German-speaking cultures such as places for travel and traditional clothing. 
  • Enable students to extract information from simple written texts such as forms, and short, simplified articles, and to write short, simple emails and fill in information on a form. 
PT
Start To be advised
Duration 60 hours
Fee HK$5,450
The programme aims to:
 
  • Introduce students to very simple phrases and sentences used in basic conversation.
  • Teach students the very basic grammar and vocabulary needed for very simple communication.
  • Provide students with the techniques needed to listen with confidence to simplified, everyday dialogues when spoken very clearly and slowly.
  • Introduce students to some aspects of Spanish-speaking cultures such as food and drink, greetings, festivals and places.
  • Enable students to extract information from very simple written texts such as forms and menus, and to write very short, simple emails and fill in information on a form.
PT
Start To be advised
Duration 60 hours
Fee HK$5,450

The programmeaims to: 

  • Introduce students to very simple phrases and sentences used in basic conversation. 
  • Teach students the very basic grammar and vocabulary needed for very simple communication. 
  • Provide students with the techniques needed to listen with confidence to simplified, everyday dialogues when spoken very clearly and slowly. 
  • Introduce students to some aspects of German-speaking cultures such as food and drink, greetings, festivals and places. 
  • Enable students to extract information from very simple written texts such as forms and menus, and to write very short, simple emails and fill in information on a form. 
PT
Start To be advised
Duration 60 hours
Fee HK$5,450