SOAS Language Centre in London, Language Courses, SOAS University of London

SOAS Language Centre offers quality teaching in a wide range of languages to SOAS students and the general public through its extensive extramural programme. It also provides accredited teacher training programmes and bespoke language training for diverse organisations. Its proven expertise lies in making the learning of languages practically useful, highly enjoyable and accessible to people from all walks of life.

See 'Our Languages' page for the full list of our short language courses.

Complete beginners can book courses in the target language by clicking on the relevant product in the Online Store.

Communicative Language Diploma Courses

Our accredited day-time Arabic and Japanese courses lead to a recognised FHEQ Level 6 Graduate Diploma and are eligible for student loan funding. Starting September 24th. Enrol now for final places left.

Autumn Courses

The enrolment for Autumn short courses is now open. See here for full autumn timetables. Complete beginners can enrol directly in our Online Store.

Teacher Training Programmes

Apply now for the Postgraduate Certificate/Diploma courses in Teaching Arabic or in Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language.

Language Events Open to All

For those interested in seeing a language class prior to applying for our autumn short courses, we are holding an Open Evening on Wednesday 19th September 5:00-9:00 pm during which a number of free taster sessions and assessments will be offered.

Tailored Tuition for Individuals, Groups and Companies

Tailored Tuition for Individuals & Small Groups

We offer bespoke language courses for private individuals/groups and for companies on site or at SOAS campus.