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In spring 2027 we offer a quick start course for travellers in April and May, as well as a beginners’ continuation course, Portuguese 2 and Portuguese 4, which run for the whole spring. On the courses you get used to both European and Brazilian Portuguese. Classes are held at our building in Töölö (Runeberginkatu 22–24), and you can join the continuation courses online via Zoom. The courses cost €101 and €134. Please note that our Portuguese courses are taught in Finnish and Portuguese. The language of instruction is always shown in the course details in the registration system. See all our courses taught in English. Courses Frequently asked questions Registration The Portuguese language Portuguese is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world and an official language in as many as nine countries. It is spoken on every continent except Australia and has more than 200 million native speakers, most of whom live in Brazil and Portugal. Did you know that Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, is home to Bertrand, a bookshop almost 300 years old that is considered the oldest bookshop still in operation in the world? It is a must-see for every book lover! If you know other Romance languages or even English, Portuguese may already seem surprisingly familiar. Which course is right for you? If you want to…Explorelearn travel vocabulary and phrases before a trip to PortugalPortuguese for travellerscontinue Portuguese after about one term of studyPortuguese beginners’ continuationpractise asking for directions, holidays and expressing opinionsPortuguese 2deepen your Portuguese after longer studyPortuguese 4join the class from homeTaking part online Courses in spring 2027 This list is based on the published spring 2027 programme. You can always find up-to-date information, course descriptions and available places in the registration system. All courses are held at Runeberginkatu 22–24 and taught by Janne Löppönen. The Finnish course name is shown in brackets. At beginner level you study pronunciation, practise simple conversations and learn basic grammar. On the continuation courses your journey into the language and culture continues with vocabulary, speaking and grammar exercises, and you get used to both European and Brazilian Portuguese. At elementary level the textbook is written entirely in Portuguese. Portuguese for travellers, level 0 (Portugalin pika-alkeet matkailijoille): Wed 17.00–19.30, 21 Apr – 26 May 2027, €101. Travel vocabulary and phrases through conversation practice, with a focus on European Portuguese. No previous study needed. Materials are included in the price. Portuguese beginners’ continuation, A1.1 (Portugalin alkeiden jatko): Wed 17.00–18.30, 13 Jan – 7 Apr 2027, also on Zoom, €134. Hobbies, the weather, colours and family, as well as verbs, the near future and comparatives. For learners with about one term of Portuguese. Textbook: Português XXI 1, chapters 4–6. Portuguese 2, A1.2 (Portugalin jatko 2): Wed 18.40–20.10, 13 Jan – 7 Apr 2027, also on Zoom, €134. Asking for directions, holidays and traditions, expressing opinions, the imperative and the simple past. For learners with about one and a half years of Portuguese. Textbook: Português XXI 1, chapters 7–9. Portuguese 4, A2.2 (Portugalin jatko 4): Mon 18.40–20.10, 11 Jan – 12 Apr 2027, also on Zoom, €134. Health, the news and shopping, as well as pronoun placement and the passive. For learners with about three and a half years of Portuguese. Textbook: Português XXI 2, chapters 7–9. Taking part online via Zoom You can join the Portuguese beginners’ continuation course, Portuguese 2 and Portuguese 4 online via Zoom. You receive the links before the course starts. In addition to an internet connection, you need basic skills in using your device, a speaker or headphones and a microphone. Zoom guide for students. Good to know Location: Runeberginkatu 22–24, Helsinki. How to find us. Language of instruction: The courses are taught in Finnish and Portuguese. On the course for travellers Portuguese is used where appropriate, and more at elementary level. Levels: The course levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (level 0, A1, A2). Language proficiency scale • Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). Textbooks: Textbooks are not included in the course fee unless the course details say otherwise. We recommend that you buy the textbook right after the first class. You can buy textbooks from bookshops, online bookshops and publishers’ websites. We do not supply textbooks. Payment: Language courses cannot be paid for with Edenred or Epassi culture and sport benefits. If your employer offers a tax-free culture benefit (up to €400 a year) that you would like to use for language studies, we can make a separate agreement with your employer. You choose the course, and we invoice the full fee or the part your employer covers directly to your employer. Please contact our study guidance or office for more information. Certificate: You can request a certificate from our office once the course has ended. Frequently asked questions Are the Portuguese courses taught in English? No. The courses are taught in Finnish and Portuguese. Can I start Portuguese from scratch in spring? Yes. Portuguese for travellers (level 0) starts in April, and no previous study is needed. Do you teach European or Brazilian Portuguese? You get used to both. The course for travellers focuses on European Portuguese, but you also hear Brazilian Portuguese. Can I take part online? You can join the beginners’ continuation course, Portuguese 2 and Portuguese 4 via Zoom. Portuguese for travellers is taught in the classroom only. Can I join a course that has already started? Yes, on most courses. Register for the course but do not pay, and email toimisto@helao.fi to tell us when you will start. We will send you a payment link with an adjusted price. How much do the courses cost? Portuguese for travellers costs €101, including materials. The beginners’ continuation course, Portuguese 2 and Portuguese 4 cost €134, and the textbook is not included. Can I pay with Edenred or Epassi? No. Language courses cannot be paid for with culture and sport benefits. You can, however, use a tax-free culture benefit from your employer through a separate agreement. Please contact our office for more information. See also Language courses: all the languages we teach. Spanish courses: another Iberian language from a quick start course to intermediate level. Italian courses: from a quick start course to intermediate level. Study languages from home: how our online language classes on Zoom work. Latin Dances for Seniors, Beginners (Seniorilattari alkeet): Thu 12.20–13.20, 14 Jan – 22 Apr 2027, €160, taught in Finnish. Learn the basic steps of samba, salsa and other Latin dances, no partner needed. Teachers of our language courses: meet our teachers. Registration Browse all our Portuguese courses and register online. Our study guidance can help you choose a course and answer questions about your studies. For more information about our Portuguese courses, please contact Niina Kerppola, Head of Foreign Languages, at niina.kerppola@helao.fi.
