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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


  • A

    Arizona State University

    Business English: Finance and Economics

    Skills you'll gain: Purchasing, Negotiation, Business Communication, Business Correspondence, English Language, Data Storytelling, Business Writing, Budgeting, Communication Strategies, Oral Expression, Financial Forecasting, Financial Data, Communication, Forecasting, Verbal Communication Skills, Influencing, Business Ethics, Presentations, Finance, Leadership

    4.7 stars, 623 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (623) · Intermediate · 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 Test-Taking Strategies

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

    4.8 stars, 150 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (150) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • 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

    Academic Discussions in English

    Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, English Language, Social Skills, Communication Strategies, Constructive Feedback, Active Listening, Oral Comprehension, Verbal Communication Skills, Language Competency, Interpersonal Communications, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Analytical Skills, Vocabulary

    4.5 stars, 131 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (131) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    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

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

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

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Advanced Grammar & Punctuation Project

    Skills you'll gain: Video Production, Grammar, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Peer Review, Writing, Editing, Videography, Writing and Editing, English Language, Language Learning, Content Creation, Creativity

    4.7 stars, 146 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (146) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Peking University

    Chinese Characters for beginner (2) 汉字(2)

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

    4.7 stars, 200 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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  • 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
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Strategies for Teaching Perfect Tenses and Modals

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Grammar, Language Learning

    4.2 stars, 101 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.2 (101) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Learn Mandarin Chinese: Capstone Project

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

    4.7 stars, 280 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Preparing for Graduate Study in the U.S.: A course for international students

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Intercultural Competence, Teamwork, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Collaboration, Verbal Communication Skills, Student Support and Services, Advocacy, Professional Development, English Language, Research, Professionalism, Higher Education, Communication, Adaptability, Communication Strategies, Public Speaking, Writing

    4.3 stars, 59 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (59) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Business English: Finance and Economics: Arizona State University
  • Mandarin Chinese for Intermediate Learners: Part 1: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  • TOEFL Test-Taking Strategies: University of California, Irvine
  • Spanish Vocabulary Project: University of California, Davis
  • Academic Discussions in English: University of California, Irvine
  • Chinese for HSK 6: Peking University
  • Advanced Grammar & Punctuation Project: University of California, Irvine
  • Chinese Characters for beginner (2) 汉字(2): Peking University
  • Just Reading and Writing English 2: Tsinghua University
  • Strategies for Teaching Perfect Tenses and Modals: University of California, Irvine

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