Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How do I skill up on Urdu in Victoria and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using recorded courses, you have several primary choices for learning Urdu interactively in Victoria. 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 better priced.) Your 2nd spource can be local private language academies that cost less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Finally, you can look for a private Urdu tutor in Victoria. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Victoria and online Urdu tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Urdu and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Urdu tutors?
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 cost of about 50 class hours each semester. Language academies and individual Urdu tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly Urdu tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 7 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, ratings and specialization. Average student satisfaction for Urdu lessons on Preply is 4.91 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Urdu do I need to know 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 volume and testing, so research each program in advance. With personal Urdu tutors you can find out in advance for whom the tutor is effective with and which other add-ons they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Urdu so challenging and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Urdu. Realistically, 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 words, be understood when you talk, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and fun 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 get better at speaking 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 take at least 600 hours of study. The length of time can differ significantly depending on your already acquired level of Urdu or proficiency in other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch television, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible 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 pick my own Urdu coach?
In language learning academies, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, of course! The largest selection of approved Urdu tutors with detailed profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?
Colleges typically offer classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools as a rule make available 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.