DUTCH STUDIES PROGRAM

Dutch is the primary language of the Netherlands and Flanders, the northern part of Belgium. Dutch is also spoken in Suriname and the Antilles and is the parent language of Afrikaans, which is spoken in several countries in Southern Africa. All in all, Dutch has around 24 million speakers worldwide.
Yale University will offer courses in Dutch Language & Culture starting 2011-2012. Students will be able to take four levels of language courses and fulfill their foreign language requirement with Dutch.
Classes will focus on the language, which will be explored by studying Dutch culture, listening to Dutch radio and watching Dutch TV and films, as well as interacting with native speakers. Through the language, students will learn about the countries in which Dutch is spoken, their history & politics, their people and their habits.
The Dutch language program is part of the Department of Germanic Language and Literatures. All courses are open to undergraduate as well as graduate students and faculty.

For more information, see the Dutch Studies Program website

Questions? Please contact: Chrissy Hosea
Lector in Dutch
Luce Hall, room 343 (via 342)
Phone: (203) 436 2555
Email: chrissy.hosea@yale.edu

Dutch courses

Fall 2011

DUTC 110 (13161): Elementary Dutch (L1)
(level A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)
In this course, you will learn the basic grammar of Dutch and get intensive practice in listening, speaking, reading, and writing basic Dutch in meaningful, everyday contexts. Through the language you will get acquainted with the country, its society and its people. At the end of the course you will be able to understand basic Dutch and make yourself understood in everyday situations.

DUTC 130 (13162): Intermediate Dutch I (L3)
(level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)
In this course, the increased use of authentic texts will help you to expand your knowledge of Dutch culture and increase proficiency in the language. Discussions, compositions, reading articles, watching Dutch television and contact with native speakers will result in improved control of Dutch grammatical structures and vocabulary. After completing this course, you will have a solid basis to understand Dutch and will be well on your way to become fluent in the language.

Spring 2012

DUTC 120: Continuing Dutch (L2)
(level A2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)
This course is a continuation of DUTC 110. You will expand your knowledge of Dutch vocabulary & grammar through both the textbook and online resources such as Dutch TV and radio. You will improve your listening and reading skills, while learning about Dutch speaking societies. You will start writing texts in Dutch and your conversational skills will increase through in-class discussions and interaction with native speakers. At the end of the course, you will be able to be able to deal with everyday situations in Dutch and have simple conversations with native speakers.

DUTC 140: Intermediate Dutch II (L4)
(level B1/B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)
This course will go beyond the textbook and will increase your understanding of the language by making use of authentic Dutch material. Through compositions, presentations and discussions, you will develop your productive language skills. We will explore different topics, which may include the languages, cultures, literature, societies and history of the Dutch-speaking world, depending on the needs and interests of the students. After completing this course, you will be able to handle most Dutch texts comfortably on your own and will be able to engage in conversation with native speakers on a wide range of topics.

DUTC 160: Dutch Culture & Society (taught in English)
This course will introduce you to many facets of Dutch culture and society and will give you insight into the psyche of this tiny European country, which has produced so many famous people and is still a major player on the world stage.
More information to follow.

For information about the schedules, please contact the instructor at chrissy.hosea@yale.edu