Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Ukrainian in Epsom and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have 4 principal choices for learning Ukrainian interactively in Epsom. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, research centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are cheaper.) Your 2nd resource can be local private language academies that cost less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, government-supported learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can find a private Ukrainian tutor in Epsom. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Epsom and online Ukrainian tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Ukrainian and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Ukrainian tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate Ukrainian course cost as 1/10th of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of fifty or so course hours each semester. Language academies and individual Ukrainian tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Ukrainian tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 18 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, 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 load and tests, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Ukrainian tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like instruction for beginners, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Ukrainian so hard and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Ukrainian. According to experts, you can gain basic Ukrainian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback 5 hours a week you will be able to understand many sentences, speak on some level, socialize in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Ukrainian. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Ukrainian tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Ukrainian?
Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Ukrainian will require at least 600 hours of active use. The actual range of time can differ a lot depending on your available level of Ukrainian or knowledge of other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch news and movies, write by hand and online using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible 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 choose my own Ukrainian tutor?
In language centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, always! The largest selection of approved Ukrainian tutors with full profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges typically schedule classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools usually give 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.