Basic Portuguese

Do you want to explore job and business opportunities in Portuguese speaking countries?

Do you want to become multi-lingual?

Who will issue your certificate?

Once you have successfully completed the course, you will be awarded a Speciss College Certificate of Attendance. Speciss College is the largest private education institution in Zimbabwe. We provide a diverse range of education and training facilities.

Speciss College’s well-deserved reputation for quality - established over 40 years - ensures that you will receive expert tuition.

Speciss College’s training facilities are outstanding and the teachers and lecturers perform to the highest standards.

Entry requirements for this course

Anyone interested in learning Portuguese as a second language can enrol for this course.

What you will learn

You will cover the following:-

1. Muito prazer - Basic courtesies and greetings
2. De onde é? Where are you from?
3. Onde vive/reside? Where do you live?
4. Familia - The family
5. Gostos pessoais - Personal tastes
6. Em casa - At home
7. A vida diária - Daily life
8. Tempo livere - Free time
9. As férias - Holidays
10. Transportes - Transport
11. Viajar - Travelling
12. Na cidade - In town
13. Ir ás compras - Going shopping
14. Comer for a - Eating out
15. Sentir se mal - Feeling ill
16. Viajar de carro - Travelling by car
17. Alojamento - Accommodation
18. Fazer campismo - Camping
19. Finalmente - Finally

When and where are the classes and what are the fees?

Lessons are offered at different times on different campuses, with some lessons being held during the day, and others in the evening or at weekends. Often the same course can be studied at a variety of different times, so you can choose the one which is more convenient to you.

You’ll get your personal timetable when you register at Speciss College.

What about books and stationery?

You'll need to bring your own notebook and writing materials to your classes. For your convenience, we have a range of stationery items at the Speciss bookshops.

The list of prescribed and recommended books is available from your lecturer. We strongly urge you to buy a copy of the prescribed texts.

Similar courses you should consider at Speciss

1. Speciss Introduction to Basic Chinese for Business
2. Speciss Modern Languages – French
3. City & Guilds Access Certificate in Education (ACE)
4. City & Guilds English for Speakers of Other Languages

About Basic Portuguese

Learn basic Portuguese for Communication

Certification

Once you complete and pass the course, you will receive a recognized qualification by Speciss College.

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements vary per level — please contact the admissions office for details.

Examinations

Exams are scheduled periodically — check with the Exams Officer for dates and fees.

Lesson Times

Varies by campus and intake

Duration: Varies

Books and Stationery

Please refer to the course resources list or contact the office for prescribed texts.