Upper-Intermediate Dutch – intensive (B1 → B2)

Locations: Virtual Classroom, Utrecht

Level: Upper-Intermediate (B1/B2)

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Upper-Intermediate Dutch – intensive (B1 → B2)

Locations: Virtual Classroom, Utrecht

Level: Upper-Intermediate (B1/B2)

Do you speak Dutch but lack the skills to effortlessly carry on a conversation about uncommon topics? This course deals with the four skills listening, reading, writing and speaking. You will work towards language level B2.

1025,-

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Starting from 2 February 2026

- 13 April 2026

- 22 June 2026

+ 3 more start dates

Follow as private course

About the course

The course Upper-Intermediate Dutch – intensive (B2) takes you from level B1 to level B2, the level of the Staatsexamen Nederlands als tweede taal (NT2) programme II. Topics covered in this course include: sustainability, infrastructure and planning, economy and work, asking for and giving information, complaining and responding to a complaint, giving a (short) presentation.

In this course you work towards language level B2. The course is suitable if you have completed our Intermediate Dutch (B1) course or if you have achieved B1 level through other means. If you have not completed our B1 course, it is important that you take our free placement test. That way we can make sure you are entering at the right level. Furthermore, our courses are aimed at college and university graduates, so the learning pace is relatively fast. Finally, we use English as a supporting language. So it is important that you understand English to understand additional information.

DUO loan?

Are you entitled to a loan from the DUO to help pay for your Dutch course? And this is your first course at Babel? Then you need to have an intake interview with a teacher and do a placement test. This page gives more information about registering for a course with a DUO student loan. Here you can sign up for an intake interview.

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Learning goals

In this course you will work towards language level B2.

After completing the course you will be able to:

  • understand the main idea of complex texts, both with concrete and abstract subjects, including technical discourse in your own professional field. You can react fluently and spontaneously, in such a way that a normal exchange is possible with native speakers of Dutch, without any strain on either side.
  • produce a clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects, and you can give your opinion on a topical issue and give advantages as well as disadvantages of different options.

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Method

  • In this course we use the book ‘De finale‘. This book is especially designed to prepare highly educated people for programme II of the Staatsexamen NT2. Besides practical assignments and exercises that also come back on the exam, the book also contains a language aid with practical tips and a reference book for grammar.
  • Assignments will be made in class, in groups, pairs or individually.
  • During the course you will practise with a few mock exams to prepare for the State exam NT2 (Dutch as a second language) programme II.

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Time Investment

  • This course consists of 34 sessions of 1 hour and 45 minutes at Babel in Utrecht or in the virtual classroom.
  • To make sure you learn as much as possible, we expect you to spend about 12 to 15 hours a week on self-study. Of course, you will receive teaching materials and assignments for this, which will be discussed during the meetings.

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Practical

  • The language of instruction is Dutch.
  • The course trains you to level B2 and focuses on reading, listening, speaking, writing, vocabulary and grammar. Upon successful completion of the course, you will have the level for the Staatsexamen Nederlands als tweede taal (NT2)
  • You can order all books required for the course on our special book page. Please make sure you bring your books to the first session.
  • You will receive a certificate if you attend at least 80% of the classes.
  • If you work or study at Utrecht University you will receive a 15% discount. Please register with your UU email address. Your registration will then be processed automatically.

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Schedule

  • Starting date: 2 February 2026 (Virtual Classroom)
    Day Date Start End
    Monday 2 February 2026 11:00 12:45
    Tuesday 3 February 2026 11:00 12:45
    Thursday 5 February 2026 11:00 12:45
    Friday 6 February 2026 11:00 12:45
    Monday 9 February 2026 11:00 12:45
    Tuesday 10 February 2026 11:00 12:45
    Thursday 12 February 2026 11:00 12:45
    Friday 13 February 2026 11:00 12:45
    Monday 16 February 2026 11:00 12:45
    Tuesday 17 February 2026 11:00 12:45
    Thursday 19 February 2026 11:00 12:45
    Friday 20 February 2026 11:00 12:45
    Monday 23 February 2026 11:00 12:45
    Tuesday 24 February 2026 11:00 12:45
    Thursday 26 February 2026 11:00 12:45
    Friday 27 February 2026 11:00 12:45
    Monday 2 March 2026 11:00 12:45
    Tuesday 3 March 2026 11:00 12:45
    Thursday 5 March 2026 11:00 12:45
    Friday 6 March 2026 11:00 12:45
    Monday 9 March 2026 11:00 12:45
    Tuesday 10 March 2026 11:00 12:45
    Thursday 12 March 2026 11:00 12:45
    Friday 13 March 2026 11:00 12:45
    Monday 16 March 2026 11:00 12:45
    Tuesday 17 March 2026 11:00 12:45
    Thursday 19 March 2026 11:00 12:45
    Friday 20 March 2026 11:00 12:45
    Monday 23 March 2026 11:00 12:45
    Tuesday 24 March 2026 11:00 12:45
    Thursday 26 March 2026 11:00 12:45
    Friday 27 March 2026 11:00 12:45
    Monday 30 March 2026 11:00 12:45
    Tuesday 31 March 2026 11:00 12:45

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  • Starting date: 2 February 2026 (Utrecht)
    Day Date Start End
    Monday 2 February 2026 13:15 15:00
    Tuesday 3 February 2026 13:15 15:00
    Thursday 5 February 2026 13:15 15:00
    Friday 6 February 2026 13:15 15:00
    Monday 9 February 2026 13:15 15:00
    Tuesday 10 February 2026 13:15 15:00
    Thursday 12 February 2026 13:15 15:00
    Friday 13 February 2026 13:15 15:00
    Monday 16 February 2026 13:15 15:00
    Tuesday 17 February 2026 13:15 15:00
    Thursday 19 February 2026 13:15 15:00
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    Monday 23 February 2026 13:15 15:00
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    Thursday 26 February 2026 13:15 15:00
    Friday 27 February 2026 13:15 15:00
    Monday 2 March 2026 13:15 15:00
    Tuesday 3 March 2026 13:15 15:00
    Thursday 5 March 2026 13:15 15:00
    Friday 6 March 2026 13:15 15:00
    Monday 9 March 2026 13:15 15:00
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    Thursday 12 March 2026 13:15 15:00
    Friday 13 March 2026 13:15 15:00
    Monday 16 March 2026 13:15 15:00
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    Thursday 19 March 2026 13:15 15:00
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    Monday 23 March 2026 13:15 15:00
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    Thursday 26 March 2026 13:15 15:00
    Friday 27 March 2026 13:15 15:00
    Monday 30 March 2026 13:15 15:00
    Tuesday 31 March 2026 13:15 15:00

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  • Starting date: 13 April 2026 (Utrecht)
    Day Date Start End
    Monday 13 April 2026 09:00 10:45
    Tuesday 14 April 2026 09:00 10:45
    Thursday 16 April 2026 09:00 10:45
    Friday 17 April 2026 09:00 10:45
    Monday 20 April 2026 09:00 10:45
    Tuesday 21 April 2026 09:00 10:45
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    Thursday 11 June 2026 09:00 10:45
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  • Starting date: 13 April 2026 (Virtual Classroom)
    Day Date Start End
    Monday 13 April 2026 13:15 15:00
    Tuesday 14 April 2026 13:15 15:00
    Thursday 16 April 2026 13:15 15:00
    Friday 17 April 2026 13:15 15:00
    Monday 20 April 2026 13:15 15:00
    Tuesday 21 April 2026 13:15 15:00
    Thursday 23 April 2026 13:15 15:00
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    Tuesday 28 April 2026 13:15 15:00
    Thursday 30 April 2026 13:15 15:00
    Friday 1 May 2026 13:15 15:00
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    Thursday 11 June 2026 13:15 15:00
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    Monday 15 June 2026 13:15 15:00

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  • Starting date: 22 June 2026 (Virtual Classroom)
    Day Date Start End
    Monday 22 June 2026 09:00 10:45
    Tuesday 23 June 2026 09:00 10:45
    Thursday 25 June 2026 09:00 10:45
    Friday 26 June 2026 09:00 10:45
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    Monday 17 August 2026 09:00 10:45
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  • Starting date: 22 June 2026 (Utrecht)
    Day Date Start End
    Monday 22 June 2026 11:00 12:45
    Tuesday 23 June 2026 11:00 12:45
    Thursday 25 June 2026 11:00 12:45
    Friday 26 June 2026 11:00 12:45
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FAQ

How do I know if I am registering for the right level?

To make sure you register for the right level, you can take our free entry test. This test will help you determine your current language level in Dutch. After completing the test, it will be assessed by one of our experienced teachers, who will give you personal feedback. This way, you know exactly which level suits you best, so that you can choose a course that matches your skills.

Want to take the free entry test? Click here to start right away!

How many lessons does the course consist of?

The course consists of 34 sessions of 1 hour and 45 minutes.

 

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