Swedish Language & Culture
“The Swedish have given us, and are still giving, works of such outstanding value, that knowledge of it will soon form part of the equipment of any man calling himself well-educated.” ~ André Gide
Are you interested in understanding a people with a high ecological consciousness, who are advocates of equality, technologically ingenious, highly literate, and invented the smörgåsbord?
The Swedish language is simple and many words are immediately recognizable for English speakers. Learning it will open doors to the charms of Scandinavia’s civilized citizens and cities. In our Swedish program, you take advantage of small and intimate classes taught in a relaxed learning environment.
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Conversational Swedish classes in Madison
Instructors in Swedish classes
Conversational Swedish classes in Madison
Beginning 1: In this course you experience the richness of Swedish and Nordic cultures through their literature and history while developing basic conversational skills in the Swedish language.
Instructor: Jane Esbensen.
Upcoming dates: Swedish classes are offered in the winter/spring semester. Join the mailing list for language programs to receive the brochure when it is available.
If you aren't sure which level is right for you, please contact
the Swedish coordinator at swedish@dcs.wisc.edu.
Textbooks for language classes are available for preview and purchase oncampus in the University Book Store's lower level, in the outreach section.The University Book Store is located at 711 State St., Madison (at Lake St., on the Library Mall).
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Your instructors
Jane Esbensen has lived and taught in Härnsösand, Sweden, and worked as a translator and interpreter. She has a background in Scandinavian Studies and has taught Swedish for many years.
How to register
Call 608-262-2451, 7:00 am-4:00 pm, M-F. Specific program numbers and links to the mail-in registration form or to register online can be found in the continuing education catalog.
Contact us
- Madison area registration questions: 608-262-2451.
- UW-Madison Continuing Studies in Swedish coordinator Britt Zeidler: bzeidler@dcs.wisc.edu or 608-262-2676.
- Join the mailing list for Swedish or other language programs.
- Review frequently asked questions about language programs.
