Short Courses at International People’s College
If you want to improve your English or Danish language skills, we offer language courses at International People’s College during winter or summertime. Spend two or three weeks at campus and advance your language skills while also getting insights into the Danish Culture and Society – i.e. by lectures, cultural events and excursions in Denmark.
We have offered language courses at International People’s College for more than 35 years, and the students especially empathise that the atmosphere at International People’s College, combined with the various methods used in classes, and the mixture of students from different countries, are reasons for their great success. Read more about what former students say about the language courses at International Peoples College.
Other than the Danish and English language courses, we also offer different topic oriented courses at International People’s College during the summertime. I.e. a ‘Shakespeare Course’ in relation with the 400 anniversary of Shakespeare’s death celebrated all over the town of Elsinore in 2016, or the ‘LGBTQIA+ and Human Rights‘ course in 2021 in relation with the celebration of World Pride in Copenhagen, or the course ‘Den danske sangskat’ with a focus on the Folk High School song book in 2022 and 2023.
Overview of Short Courses on offer:
Danish Language Course
The main focus at the course is learning Danish language, but you will also get insights into the Danish culture and society – i.e., by lectures, cultural events and excursions in Denmark. For two or three weeks you learn Danish language, understand the Danish culture and society, and you explore Denmark together with new friends.
Dates and prices:
Danish Language Course – Summer:
July 27th – August 16th 2023 | 3 weeks in total | 13,500 DKK (approx. 1,800 EURO)
Danish Language Course – Winter:
Jan 4th – Jan 17th | 2 weeks in total | 9,900 DKK (approx. 1,320 EURO)
Read more about the Danish Language Course.
English Language Course
In the summertime we welcome students who want to combine intensive English language learning with the discovery of various aspects of Danish culture and society through workshops, lectures, excursions and lots of other fun activities. English language learning is the main focus, but you will learn about and explore Denmark as well.
Dates and Prices:
English Language Course – Summer:
July 27th – August 16th 2023 | 3 weeks in total | 13,500 DKK (approx. 1,800 EURO)
English Language Course – Winter:
Jan 4th – Jan 17th | 2 weeks in total | 9,900 DKK (approx. 1,320 EURO)
Read more about the English Language Course.
Den danske sangskat
– om hjertesprog, identitet og sammenhængskraft
This one-week course is for Danish speakers, who wish to dwell further into Danish songs and their meaning for our language and culture. Further description in Danish below:
Et unikt indblik i arbejdet med Højskolesangbogens 19. udgave. Ledet af Søren Launbjerg, vil I komme omkring mange aspekter af den danske sangskat og fællessang – inklusiv foredrag og koncerter.
Dates and Prices:
Den Danske Sangskat (in Danish language):
10. juli – 16. juli 2023 | 1 uge | 6.500 kr | ikke-boende kursister 5.000 kr
Read more about Den danske sangskat
Generel Terms and Conditions
If you book the Summer School and want to cancel your enrolment, you can get a full refund until four weeks before the course starts. Read our General Terms and Conditions.
Online Brochure
Take a look in this online brochure and read more about the Danish Language and English Language courses at International People’s College:
Frequently asked Questions
How long is a Summer Course?
Our Summer School Courses in Danish and English language are three weeks long. You get 52 English language or 56 Danish language lessons during the day time and you create your own timetable in the afternoons. Or topic oriented courses are one week long.
Are Summer Schools worth it?
YES, you are going to meet people from all over the world at our Summer School at IPC. You will have so much fun while you learn Danish or English language. You will also get insights in the Danish culture and society, and experience Denmark together with a group of international students from all over the world.
What former students say?
“I think the mixture between language classes, excursions and lessons about the Danish culture and society is a unique way of getting to understand the Danish way of living. I expected a lot from the course – but got even more“, Leon from Mexico.
Where do I live?
You will live at our traditionally Danish Folk High School during the summer – a small cosy and safe environment a short train trip away from Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark. We are located near beautiful beaches, nature spots and historical monuments in Denmark. You live in a double room at the school, but can get a single room for an additional week-price.
What do I eat?
The international kitchen at IPC will offer you three delicious meals a day. The chefs at our Folk High School in Denmark have a solid experience in blending nutritional needs with the desire for delicious food, and their menus are well balanced, healthy and full of vitality. 30 – 60 % of our food is organic. It is possible to get a vegetarian / vegan diet.
Will I have any leisure time?
Yes. You will have plenty of time to explore the local area, go on small trips to Copenhagen or other Danish towns and cities – or to visit the numerous of museums and cultural spots in the area.
Is it expensive?
No. The price is actually about the same as a night at a cheap hotel in Denmark – and that is including all lectures, excursions, meals and activities.
What former students say
“I am fascinated by Europe and wanted to experience a country there from the inside out – not just go sightseeing. Furthermore I wanted to improve my English language skills. The summer course was more than I hoped for – it was the time of my life!”
(Sayuri, Japan)
Read what former students say about a summer course at IPC here.
International People’s College
Montebello Allé 1
3000 Helsingør
Denmark
CVR: 23253410
EAN: 5790002651410
+45 49 21 33 61
ipc@ipc.dk
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