Greek to Me

Explore our online Modern Greek courses—from A1 (Beginner) to B1 (Intermediate), schedules, prices, and more

Do you want to learn Modern Greek?

Do you want to get to know the modern form of a language with a long history and get in touch with Greek culture?

Do you want to visit Greece, communicate with friends, loved ones, and colleagues?

Do you know Ancient Greek and want to expand your knowledge into Modern Greek?

Whatever your motivation, the Centre for the Greek Language (CGL)
gives you the opportunity to start online courses.

The CGL, with over twenty years of experience in the fields of:

evaluation, as it conducts the certification exams for Greek proficiency,
teacher training for those teaching Greek as a second/foreign language, through the award-winning and long-running “Diadromes” program, and
teaching practice, with the series of textbooks “KLIK στα ελληνικά”,

is expanding its activities to offer distance learning courses in Modern Greek.

Why choose us

Learn Modern Greek with the credibility and reliability of an official public institute that:

Prioritizes the promotion and strengthening of the Greek language abroad
Pioneered the integration of new digital technologies into language education in Greece
Leverages its research capabilities and activities to shape teaching practices based on the latest linguistic and pedagogical theories
Continuously gathers feedback on teaching theory and practice from the hundreds of examination centers it operates worldwide

Students from all around the world participating in the current cycle have already taken their first steps into Greek and are fully enjoying the courses!

Target group

Adults and teenagers (13-17 years old) from all over the world who are either beginners or have already learned the basics of Greek: Levels A1 (Beginner), A2 (Elementary), and B1 (Intermediate) according to the CEFR.

For adults, we offer both casual and intensive courses, in order to cater to a wider range of needs. For teenagers, we offer annual courses, with the possibility of late enrollment. See more information here.

In a nutshell

Academic Year 2025-2026

Language levels

A1 (Beginner)
A2 (Elementary)
B1 (Intermediate)

Course modules

Adult courses: choose between regular and intensive curricula, depending on your aims and workload.
Teenager courses: enroll your children (13-17 years old) in an annual course. Didn’t sign in on time? There’s the option of late enrolling!
Exam preparation: get ready to sit the Greek Language Certification Exams (May 2026)!
Discussion groups: practice everyday Greek with your peers in a relaxed context!

Course length : Depending on module/level. Most courses are repeated throughout the year, so you can always enroll in later!

Students per class : 10-14 (private courses not available)

Class duration

Adult & Teenager courses: 2 classes per week (1 class = 100 mins)
Exam preparation & Discussion groups: varying
Self-study time: from minimal to moderate, depending on course

Teaching method

Online live instruction with experienced teachers.
Asynchronous learning through cutting-edge language learning platforms and tools incorporating communicative teaching practices.

Teaching materials : Textbook series “KLIK sta ellinika” (published by the CGL), texts, videos, grammar and vocabulary sheets, games etc.

Language of communication : Greek (immersion in target language). In lower language levels, English and other languages are also used – all our teachers are multilingual!

For more information about each specific module (dates, prices, learner outcomes), check here.

Course extras

Access to modern synchronous and asynchronous e-learning platforms
Training in the use of the asynchronous e-learning platform
Continuous feedback and provision of teaching materials tailored for distance learning
Certificate of attendance

Lesson requirements

Computer (desktop or laptop)
High speed internet connection
Webcam, microphones and earphones
Greek keyboard (activated through your device’s language settings)
Email address
Digital skills

Apply Now!