Thai Explorer’s Beginner 1 group level lists eight two-hour lessons, or 16 scheduled hours. The actual dates depend on the batch. Here is how to compare course hours, teaching weeks and format before you book.
Table of Contents
- Reading a Thai Course Timetable
- Examples of Published Course Lengths
- Class Hours and Calendar Weeks
- Choose a Format That Fits Your Goal
- What to Confirm Before Booking
- Use a Practical Task to Check Progress
- Check the Next Thai Class or Trial
- Sources
- FAQ
Reading a Thai Course Timetable
Check the number of meetings and how long each is scheduled to run. Eight two-hour classes add up to 16 scheduled hours. Ask whether the provider includes breaks and whether course materials or recordings are included.
Examples of Published Course Lengths
Thai Explorer publishes eight two-hour Beginner 1 group sessions. NUS Centre for Language Studies publishes 30 hours over 10 weeks for each level of its separate Thai programme. These are examples of how different providers organise lessons. They cannot be used to infer equivalent proficiency.
Class Hours and Calendar Weeks
For an eight-class package, one class per week means eight teaching weeks. Two per week means four teaching weeks if the batch actually follows that frequency. Both examples give 16 hours at two hours per lesson. Check the start and end dates and any holiday gaps on the current Thai group timetable.
Choose a Format That Fits Your Goal
- If you need a weekly routine, pick a group time you can attend consistently.
- If you prefer remote classes, check the live Zoom option for a suitable batch.
- If you need to fit lessons around irregular hours or a specific task, ask for a written private tuition quote with session length, frequency and total hours.
What to Confirm Before Booking
- Copy the batch code, dates and total scheduled hours.
- Confirm the location or online format, and ask about public-holiday breaks.
- Get the full amount payable and check materials, registration charges and missed-lesson terms.
- Set one practical task you want to work on and ask whether it fits the class level.
Use a Practical Task to Check Progress
After a few classes, try the same type of task with one change, such as asking a price and listening for a different number. The Thai learning progress guide gives tasks to try for travel, family and work.
Check the Next Thai Class or Trial
The Thai Explorer group timetable lists Beginner 1 at the City and Jurong campuses. The school publishes S$350 for eight two-hour group lessons. Its S$45 two-hour Beginner 1 trial is a separate class. Check the date, format and availability before paying.
Sources
- Thai Explorer group timetable and fees
- Thai Explorer trial lesson
- NUS Centre for Language Studies Thai programme
FAQ
How long does one Thai course level take?
Thai Explorer lists eight two-hour classes for its Beginner 1 group level. One class per teaching week takes eight teaching weeks. Confirm the actual start and end dates, breaks and make-up terms on your chosen batch.
What can I plan to practise in two months?
Use the time to practise a small task, such as asking for a price and understanding the reply. What you can do after two months depends on your starting point, practice and feedback.
How much is Thai Explorer’s Beginner 1 course?
Thai Explorer publishes S$350 for its eight-session Beginner 1 group level and S$45 for a separate two-hour Beginner 1 trial. Ask the school to confirm fees and availability for the batch before paying.
How can I fit Thai practice around work?
Choose a timetable you can attend consistently. Put the classes in your calendar and reserve time between sessions to practise one task and review feedback.