Swedish – Gateway to Scandinavia
Sweden captivates with its nature, design culture, and quality of life. Swedish opens the door to this fascinating country and is also a good introduction to the Scandinavian languages.
Swedish Weekend Course for Beginners and Advanced Learners
Would you like to learn Swedish but don't have time during the week? Then our weekend course is perfect for you! Come to us at the Sprachinstitut Berlin – the professional language school with heart in Berlin-Mitte. We offer high-quality Swedish weekend courses at affordable prices. The course takes place every Saturday over 8 weeks with a total of 32 teaching units – perfect for learning Swedish on weekends without disrupting your daily routine.
Swedish Weekend Course
A1A1 – Beginner
For participants with no or very little knowledge of Swedish
This course introduces you to the basics of Swedish from the very beginning. You will learn the Swedish alphabet including the special letters Å, Ä and Ö, the Swedish word stress and the two grammatical genders (en/ett). By the end of the course you can introduce yourself, handle simple everyday conversations and read short texts.
What you will learn:
- Read, write and pronounce the Swedish alphabet including Å, Ä and Ö
- Introduce yourself, greet others and exchange basic personal information (hej, tack, varsågod)
- Recognise Swedish word stress and the typical pitch-accent intonation
- Use the two grammatical genders (en-words / ett-words) and definite/indefinite forms
- Cope in cafés, shops or when asking for directions in Swedish
Swedish Weekend Course
A2A2 – Elementary
For participants with basic Swedish skills who can understand and form simple sentences
You build on your basic knowledge and learn to talk about past events and future plans. The course deepens your knowledge of the Swedish verb groups (1, 2a, 2b, 3 and irregular verbs), plural formation and typical conversational situations. You practise navigating everyday Swedish life with greater confidence.
What you will learn:
- Talk about past experiences using the past tense (åt, gick) and the perfect (har gått)
- Conjugate the four Swedish verb groups confidently
- Apply the five plural patterns and definite/indefinite forms correctly
- Understand and give directions (höger, vänster, rakt fram)
- Talk about plans and intentions using ska and kommer att
Swedish Weekend Course
B1B1 – Intermediate
For participants who can already manage familiar everyday situations in Swedish
You learn to express opinions, discuss familiar topics and write coherent texts. The course covers V2 word order in main clauses and the deviating subordinate-clause word order with inte, the s-passive and reflexive verbs. You understand the main points of Swedish media and take an active part in conversations.
What you will learn:
- Reliably distinguish V2 word order in main clauses from subordinate-clause word order
- Use the s-passive and the bli-passive accurately
- Apply reflexive verbs and reflexive pronouns (sig, sin/sitt/sina) correctly
- Understand the gist of Swedish news (e.g. SVT Nyheter)
- Write coherent texts about personal experiences and familiar topics
Swedish Weekend Course
B2B2 – Upper Intermediate
For participants who already express themselves fluently in most everyday situations in Swedish
You deepen your language skills and learn to present complex ideas and argue with nuance. The course focuses on stylistic subtleties, more formal usage and Swedish cultural concepts (lagom, allemansrätten, fika). You work with demanding texts and authentic media.
What you will learn:
- Present complex arguments in a structured way and defend them in discussions
- Use subjunctive equivalents (skulle + infinitive) and modal verbs with nuance
- Analyse demanding texts (DN, SvD) and literary excerpts
- Distinguish stylistic differences between formal and informal Swedish
- Understand Swedish films and radio (Sveriges Radio) without subtitles
Swedish Weekend Course
C1C1 – Advanced
For participants with strong Swedish skills who want to bring their proficiency to a professional and academic level
You refine your Swedish for demanding professional and academic contexts. The course covers complex syntax, participial constructions, idiomatic expressions and regional varieties (rikssvenska, finlandssvenska). You learn to hold your own in expert discussions with confidence.
What you will learn:
- Deliver professional presentations and conduct negotiations confidently in Swedish
- Use idiomatic expressions and elevated register naturally
- Recognise implicit meaning, irony and cultural allusions
- Write academic and subject-specific texts at a high linguistic level
- Distinguish regional varieties (rikssvenska vs. finlandssvenska) by ear
Swedish Weekend Course
C2C2 – Mastery
For participants who wish to reach near-native Swedish proficiency and master the finest nuances of the language
At this level you perfect your command of Swedish down to the subtlest nuances. You engage with demanding Swedish literature (Strindberg, Lindgren, Tranströmer) as well as modern voices (Larsson, Khemiri), refine your personal style and move effortlessly between different registers.
What you will learn:
- Effortlessly grasp the finest nuances, wordplay and cultural allusions
- Switch confidently between formal, literary and colloquial Swedish
- Produce demanding academic and journalistic texts at a near-native level
- Take part spontaneously and eloquently in complex debates without searching for words
- Analyse Swedish literature from Strindberg to Tranströmer in its stylistic and cultural depth
Personal Swedish Private Tuition
Reach your language goals faster with individual 1:1 lessons. Our qualified native speakers tailor every session to your needs – whether you want to close knowledge gaps, prepare for an exam, or advance your career. Flexible scheduling, immediate feedback, and 100% attention for your progress.
Video lessons via Zoom – learn comfortably from anywhere
| Online | 1 Lesson | from 5 hrs | Popularfrom 10 hrs | from 25 hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| per hour | 77€ | 65€ | 61€ | 57€ |
Our Swedish Course Options
Flexible Swedish courses for every schedule and learning goal.
We currently don't offer scheduled dates for the following Swedish courses. Join the waitlist — we'll notify you as soon as a course is planned.
Swedish Intensive Course
- Fast learning progress
- All levels A1-C2
- Small groups (max. 12)
- Ideal for visa & integration
- Native speaker teachers
Swedish Evening Course
- Ideal for professionals
- Learn alongside work
- Flexible evening times
- Small groups (max. 12)
- Continuous progress
Swedish lernen in Berlin
Swedish Intensive Course
- Fast learning progress
- All levels A1-C2
- Small groups (max. 12)
- Ideal for visa & integration
- Native speaker teachers
Swedish Evening Course
- Ideal for professionals
- Learn alongside work
- Flexible evening times
- Small groups (max. 12)
- Continuous progress
Our Swedish Course Options
Swedish Intensive Course
- Fast learning progress
- All levels A1-C2
- Small groups (max. 12)
- Ideal for visa & integration
- Native speaker teachers
Swedish Evening Course
- Ideal for professionals
- Learn alongside work
- Flexible evening times
- Small groups (max. 12)
- Continuous progress
Swedish: From Beginner to Pro
We offer Swedish courses for all CEFR levels – from your first words to near-native proficiency.
You understand and use everyday expressions and simple sentences. You can introduce yourself and others and ask basic questions.
You can communicate in simple everyday situations. Topics like shopping, family, and work come easily.
You handle most situations while traveling and can speak and write coherently about familiar topics.
You communicate fluently and spontaneously. You understand complex texts and express yourself clearly on many topics.
You understand demanding, longer texts and express yourself spontaneously and fluently – even in professional contexts.
You understand virtually everything effortlessly and express yourself spontaneously, fluently, and precisely – almost like a native speaker.
You understand and use everyday expressions and simple sentences. You can introduce yourself and others and ask basic questions.
You can communicate in simple everyday situations. Topics like shopping, family, and work come easily.
You handle most situations while traveling and can speak and write coherently about familiar topics.
You communicate fluently and spontaneously. You understand complex texts and express yourself clearly on many topics.
You understand demanding, longer texts and express yourself spontaneously and fluently – even in professional contexts.
You understand virtually everything effortlessly and express yourself spontaneously, fluently, and precisely – almost like a native speaker.
All levels according to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR)
All Swedish courses are offered for both beginners and advanced learners. We follow the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).
Why Learn Swedish with Us?
Native Speaker Teachers
All instructors are qualified native speakers with teaching experience.
Small Groups
Maximum 12 participants per course for optimal attention and speaking time.
Flexible Times
Mornings, afternoons or evenings - find the course that's right for you.
All Levels A1-C2
From beginner to expert - we meet you where you are.
On-Site or Online
Learn in Berlin-Mitte or conveniently from home via video.
Official Certificates
Recognized exam preparation for international language certificates.
Learn Swedish with Native Speakers
Both beginner and advanced courses are taught by qualified native-speaking teachers. Our instructors serve not only as linguistic role models but also have plenty of interesting things to share about the country and culture, turning every lesson into a mini vacation.
...every lesson becomes a mini vacation.
Free Swedish Course Consultation
Your Swedish course should be enjoyable! Let us help you find the perfect course and teacher. We'll discuss your goals, level, and preferences – free of charge and with no obligation.
What our language course students say
Over 5,000 satisfied students from more than 100 countries have successfully learned a new language with us.
