Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I improve my Ukrainian in Dundee and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with special programs, you have a few key possibilities for learning Ukrainian interactively in Dundee. 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 less pricey.) Your other option can be local commercial language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can choose a private Ukrainian tutor in Dundee. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Dundee and online Ukrainian tutors.
🎟 Is it affordable to learn Ukrainian and what do Ukrainian tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Ukrainian course cost as one-tenth of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for 1/2 of a hundred lesson hours each semester. Language centers and individual Ukrainian tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Ukrainian tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 18 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, experience and specialization. Real student rating average for Ukrainian lessons on Preply is 4.9 out of 5 stars.
📚 What level of Ukrainian do I need to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and graded tasks, so research those in advance. With personal Ukrainian tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Ukrainian so hard and are there ways to learn it faster?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Ukrainian. In reality, you can gain basic Ukrainian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand common sentences, have simple conversations, 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 Ukrainian. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Ukrainian tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced students.
🤷 How long does it take to master Ukrainian?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Ukrainian will take at least 600 hours of active use. The length of time can differ significantly depending on your already acquired level of Ukrainian or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Ukrainian out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Ukrainian classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Ukrainian tutor?
In colleges and universities, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, certainly! The largest selection of tested Ukrainian tutors with full profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges typically structure classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools as a rule give shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, the number of lessons is really up to you, with early morning, day, evening and night classes available, on weekdays and/or weekends.