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Language courses can help you learn grammar, vocabulary development, pronunciation techniques, and conversational skills. You can build skills in writing clearly, understanding cultural nuances, and using language for specific purposes like business or travel. Many courses introduce tools such as language learning apps, online dictionaries, and pronunciation software, which enhance your ability to practice and apply what you've learned in everyday situations.

Popular Language Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Successful Interviewing

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Oral Expression, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Concision, Public Speaking, Persuasive Communication, Intercultural Competence, Business Research, Non-Verbal Communication, Rapport Building, Cultural Sensitivity, Negotiation, Goal Setting

    4.5 stars, 176 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (176) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Basic English Skills: Travel

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, English Language, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Grammar, Literacy, Language Learning

    4.5 stars, 49 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (49) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Cape Town

    Writing your World: Finding yourself in the academic space

    Skills you'll gain: Writing, Writing and Editing, Editing, Culture, Literacy, Cultural Diversity

    4.7 stars, 262 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (262) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Spanish Vocabulary Project

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Spanish Language, Oral Expression, Language Competency, Language Learning, Culture, Writing and Editing, Editing, Vocabulary, Research

    4.7 stars, 174 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (174) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    The Music of American English Pronunciation

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, English Language, Language Learning

    4.9 stars, 207 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (207) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Peking University

    Chinese for HSK 6

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Writing, Literacy, Oral Expression, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Grammar, Language Learning, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies

    4.9 stars, 518 reviews, Advanced, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.9 (518) · Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    IELTS Reading Section Skills Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Literacy, Language Competency, English Language

    4.6 stars, 513 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (513) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Project: Writing a Research Paper

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Writing, Editing, Writing and Editing, Style Guides

    4.7 stars, 510 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (510) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Mandarin Chinese for Intermediate Learners: Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Language Competency, Language Learning, Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary

    4.7 stars, 121 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (121) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    TOEFL Speaking and Writing Sections Skills Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Oral Comprehension, Language Competency

    4.5 stars, 186 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (186) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    Tsinghua University

    Just Reading and Writing English 2

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Cultural Sensitivity, English Language, Literacy, Language Learning, Language Competency, Writing and Editing, Writing, Interpersonal Communications, Education and Training, Discussion Facilitation

    4.8 stars, 56 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (56) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    English in the Workplace: Soft skills

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Active Listening, Conflict Management, Oral Expression, Meeting Facilitation, Social Skills, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Comprehension, Delegation Skills, English Language, Language Competency, Professionalism, Grammar, Interpersonal Communications, Professional Development, Communication Strategies, Vocabulary

    4.7 stars, 124 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (124) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular language courses

  • Successful Interviewing: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Basic English Skills: Travel: University of California, Davis
  • Writing your World: Finding yourself in the academic space: University of Cape Town
  • Spanish Vocabulary Project: University of California, Davis
  • The Music of American English Pronunciation: University of California, Irvine
  • Chinese for HSK 6: Peking University
  • IELTS Reading Section Skills Mastery: University of California, Irvine
  • Project: Writing a Research Paper: University of California, Irvine
  • Mandarin Chinese for Intermediate Learners: Part 1: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  • TOEFL Speaking and Writing Sections Skills Mastery: University of California, Irvine

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