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In spring 2027 we offer a Greek beginners’ continuation course, Greek 2 and Greek 3, as well as a short course in May, First steps in Greek, which is ideal before a summer holiday in Greece, for example. You learn the Greek alphabet, pronunciation and practical conversation and pick up sightseeing and culture tips along the way. Classes are held at our building in Töölö (Runeberginkatu 22–24), and the courses cost €67 and €134. Good news for English speakers: our Greek courses are taught mainly in English, with some Finnish and Greek. 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 Greek language Greek (in Greek Ελληνικά, Elliniká) is an Indo-European language whose documented history in Greece begins around 1400 BC. Today, the term Greek refers to either Modern Greek or Ancient Greek. Greek is written in the Greek alphabet. Greek is spoken mainly in Greece and Cyprus and to some extent in Albania, Italy and Turkey, for example, as well as in Greek communities in the United States, Australia and other countries. Greek is the official language of Greece and the Republic of Cyprus and one of the official languages of the European Union. There are around 13 million Greek speakers worldwide. Many Greek words and expressions have survived unchanged through the centuries and have found their way into other languages, such as Latin, German, French and English. Which course is right for you? If you want to…Exploretry Greek before a summer tripFirst steps in Greekprepare for the autumn beginners’ courseFirst steps in Greekcontinue or revise the basics after about one termGreek beginners’ continuationpractise shopping at markets, bakeries and shopsGreek 2learn about Greek poets and deepen your grammarGreek 3 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 Alexandros Gkampas. The Finnish course name is shown in brackets. On the beginner-level courses, you practise the Greek alphabet and travel phrases. On the continuation courses for learners who have studied Greek for a year or two, you practise building sentences and practical conversations that are very useful when travelling, for example. You also learn about Greek culture and get travel tips. First steps in Greek, level 0 (Ensiaskeleet kreikan kieleen): Wed 17.00–19.30, 5–26 May 2027, €67. The Greek alphabet, pronunciation and phrases for travellers. No previous study needed. Materials are included in the price. Greek beginners’ continuation, A1.1 (Kreikan alkeiden jatko): Tue 18.40–20.10, 12 Jan – 6 Apr 2027, €134. Family, professions, languages and nationalities. For learners with about one term of Greek and also for learners revising the basics. Greek 2, A1.2 (Kreikan jatko 2): Tue 17.00–18.30, 12 Jan – 6 Apr 2027, €134. Shopping at markets, bakeries, supermarkets and clothes shops. For learners with about one and a half years of Greek. Greek 3, A1.3 (Kreikan jatko 3): Wed 17.00–18.30, 13 Jan – 7 Apr 2027, €134. Life stories and the lives of the poets Cavafy, Elytis and Seferis, as well as the aorist and indirect questions. For learners with about two and a half years of Greek. The continuation courses use the textbook Ελληνικά A / Ellinika 1 (Patakis). The chapters are given in the course details. Good to know Location: Runeberginkatu 22–24, Helsinki. How to find us. Language of instruction: The courses are taught mainly in English, with some Finnish and Greek. Levels: The course levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (level 0, A1). Finnish national proficiency scale • Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (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 Greek courses taught in English? Yes. The courses are taught mainly in English, with some Finnish and Greek. Can I start Greek from scratch in spring? Yes. First steps in Greek (level 0) starts in May, and no previous study is needed. It is also a good introduction if you are thinking of starting Greek on the autumn beginners’ course. Do I need to know the Greek alphabet before the course? No. On First steps in Greek, you learn the Greek alphabet and pronunciation from the start. How do I find the right level? Each course lists how much previous study it requires. You can also read about language levels or ask our study guidance for advice. 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. 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. Latin courses: another classical language, taught online. Italian courses: from a quick start course to intermediate level. Navigation 2 (Navigointi 2): Wednesdays 7 April – 5 May 2027, €99, taught in Finnish. A continuation course for sailors heading for the Mediterranean, for example. All boating courses. Teachers of language courses: meet our teachers. Registration Browse all our Greek courses and register online. Our study guidance can help you choose a course and answer questions about your studies. For more information about our Greek courses, please contact Niina Kerppola, Head of Foreign Languages, at niina.kerppola@helao.fi.
