Languages for All
For University of Oxford students and staff, professionals, alumni, and lifelong learners alike.
Our Languages for All programmes are available to learners who want to develop their language skills for study, research, work, travel or personal interest.
We offer a range of programmes to suit different goals, levels and learning preferences.
Choose a flexible General Programme, make faster progress through our Fast Track Programme, develop academic language skills, or focus on the vocabulary and communication skills needed for a particular subject or professional context.
All courses combine expert teaching, purposeful communication and guided independent learning. Our programmes are aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), supporting clear progression from beginner to advanced levels.
Explore the options below to find the course that is right for you (note that availability of different programmes and levels may vary for each language):
Languages for All - at a glance
General Language Programme
Ideal if you want to develop practical communications skills flexibly alongside your studies, research or work or just for
pleasure.
Term by term enrolment.
Fast Track Programme
Ideal if you are a motivated learner wanting to progress more quickly and keen to achieve more
Enrolment for the academic year.
Academic Reading Programme
Ideal if you need to read academic and scholarly texts in a foreign language. Through a structured programme of guided learning and class work you will develop the language knowledge, reading strategies and analytical skills needed to become an independent reader. Some of our academic courses also include oral communication (see Polish)
Term by term enrolment.
Languages for Specific Purposes
This programme, currently in development, intends to focus on the vocabulary and communication skills needed for a particular subject or professional context.