Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Urdu in Canterbury and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with recorded courses, you have four principal choices for learning Urdu interactively in Canterbury. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, read about centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are cheaper.) Your 2nd option can be local for-profit language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can find a private Urdu tutor in Canterbury. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Canterbury and online Urdu tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn Urdu and what do Urdu tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Urdu course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the overall charge for fifty or so instruction hours each semester. Language schools and independent Urdu tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Urdu tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 7 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, positive reviews and languages the tutor can teach in. Customer review average for Urdu lessons on Preply is 4.9 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Urdu language skill level to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared to show a language test profeciency score or take an entrance test to determine your level. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and testing, so research the details in advance. With personal Urdu tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Urdu not easy and are there ways to learn it faster?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Urdu. In reality, you can gain basic Urdu fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand everyday phrases, speak on some level, socialize in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Urdu. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Urdu tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to master Urdu?
Some people seem to have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Urdu will demand at least 600 hours of study. The length of time can differ by a lot depending on your existing level of Urdu or knowledge of other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is a good idea to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Urdu out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Urdu classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own Urdu tutor?
In language learning academies, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, certainly! The largest selection of pre-screened Urdu tutors with full profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?
Colleges usually schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools usually make available shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can choose your own lesson frequency and time, on weekdays and/or weekends.