Course overview

This introductory Urdu course is designed for beginners who want to learn basic Urdu for conversation, travel, or cultural understanding. A language rich in history and spoken by millions across Pakistan, India, and beyond, Urdu offers a gateway to meaningful connections. This course covers essential vocabulary, greetings, numbers, and common phrases used in daily life. You'll practice speaking, listening, and basic sentence formation to build confidence in real-world interactions. By the end of the course, you’ll be able to introduce yourself, talk about family, and handle simple conversations, making it easier to connect with Urdu speakers and their culture.

Course description

This course is perfect for anyone eager to learn the Urdu language with confidence. Whether you’re learning for travel, communication, or cultural interest, this beginner-friendly course will help you master the essentials of Urdu effectively.

We begin with the basics: the Urdu alphabet, common greetings, and numbers. As you progress, you’ll build practical vocabulary, including colours, fruits, animals, etc. The course also includes structured lessons on how to introduce yourself, talk about family, and engage in simple conversations. You will also learn essential phrases for everyday situations, such as visiting the doctor, shopping, or offering congratulations.

Throughout the course, interactive exercises and real-life examples will help reinforce your learning, ensuring you gain both speaking and listening skills. By the end of the course, you will be able to hold basic conversations in Urdu with confidence. Whether you want to connect with native speakers, explore Urdu literature, or prepare for a trip, this course will provide a strong foundation.

Join us and embark on your journey to learning Urdu—a language of poetry, culture, and deep connections!

We don't want anything to stand in your way when it comes to bringing Adult learning within reach so if you need anything to support you to achieve your goals then speak to one of our education experts during your enrolment journey. Most of our courses are government funded but if you don't qualify or need alternative financial help to access them then let us know.
All of our digital content, teaching and learning activities and assessments are designed to be accessible so if you need any additional support you can discuss this with the education experts during your enrolment journey and we will do all we can to make sure you have optimal access.

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