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25 Best Language Learning Courses Online

This page lists twenty‑five online language‑learning courses from three major providers – Udemy, edX and Coursera – with prices that currently range from $19.99 to $99.99. The selection covers a variety of languages and teaching approaches, from phonetic systems and AI‑driven tutoring to specialised vocabularies for healthcare or slang for the workplace and cultural context. When choosing a course consider the language you wish to study, the level of guidance offered and whether you prefer a self‑paced video series or a structured programme with university affiliation. Courses here differ in focus – for example, some use AI tools such as ChatGPT, others concentrate on pronunciation or professional terminology – and the ordering reflects our internal ranking rather than an absolute quality claim.

Courses compared
25
Price range
$19.99 – $199.99
Providers
Udemy, Coursera, edX
Last updated
18 Sep 2026
How these 25 courses were chosen

Every course below is a real, currently listed course from Udemy, Coursera, edX, matched to "language learning" by our catalog and ordered by our CourseAsk score. Courses whose own title names the topic rank above those only tagged with it.

The grade on each entry scores how much the provider publishes about the course before you pay — the length and detail of the description, whether it lists learning outcomes and objectives — and whether a named university or institution stands behind it. A is fully documented and institution-backed; E is little more than a title and a price. Courses with almost nothing published are left ungraded rather than marked down, because an unknown course and a poor one are not the same thing.

There are no star ratings on this page — the course feeds we license do not include them, and we would rather leave a column out than fill it with a number we cannot stand behind. What we do have is price: these range from $19.99 to $199.99, as listed by the provider when we last updated the page.

  1. 1
    Udemy MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    6-Tone Phonetic System-A breakthrough in Language Learning

    Offered by City University of Macau

    The 6-Tone Concept is known also as The Theory of the Hexatave. It is a theory discovered by Mr. Edward P.H. Woo, Director of the Centre for Research in Linguistic Studies, City University of Macau.In this book, we expla...

    $29.99
    listed price
  2. 2
    Udemy MOOC / Non-credit Grade B Lowest price here

    AI for English Language Learning

    Welcome to our cutting-edge course on AI and language learning! In this dynamic course, we’ll explore how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the way we acquire and improve language skills. Whether you’re an...

    $19.99
    listed price
  3. 3
    Udemy Certificate Grade C

    Hindi language learning course

    This is a well designed course for development of Hindi Language. This course will be helpful for the new learner of Hindi Language. With the help of this course a learner can learn Hindi Vocabulary, sentence structure a...

    $19.99
    listed price
  4. 4
    Udemy Certificate Grade C

    Language Learning with ChatGPT: AI Tutor & Study Plan

    When was the last time you practiced a new language and actually felt confident—without second‑guessing every word?For most learners, the problem isn’t motivation. It’s the method:You memorize vocabulary… but can’t recal...

    $99.99
    listed price
  5. 5
    Udemy Certificate Grade A University-backed

    Fun to learn Japanese at Sendagaya - Level3

    Offered by Sendagaya Japanese Institute

    “Fun to Learn Japanese at Sendagaya - Level3” is developed by “Sendagaya Japanese Institute”, a Tokyo-based Japanese language school with over 45 years history. “Fun to Learn Japanese at Sendagaya - Level3” is the best f...

    $39.99
    listed price
  6. 6
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Spanish for Successful Communication in Healthcare Settings

    Offered by Rice University

    Welcome to Spanish for Successful Communication in Healthcare Settings! This course is structured in four modules, each one revolving on a topic related to the physician-patient interaction. Each module contains four les...

    $49.00
    listed price
  7. 7
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Building Basic English Skills A1/A2

    Offered by University of California, Davis

    In this specialization your learning activities will focus on the four skills of language: Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking. Each course will have a strong emphasis on using applied grammar to gradually improve...

    $49.00
    listed price
  8. 8
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Teach English Now! Foundational Principles

    Offered by Arizona State University

    Through a series of engaging metaphors and stories, prospective and current EFL/ESL teachers will identify, summarize, and evaluate 7 basic language learning paradigms. Learners will be presented information on such foun...

    $49.00
    listed price
  9. 9
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    A Bridge to the World: Korean Language for Intermediate1

    Offered by Sungkyunkwan University

    Build upon your basic Korean language skills and learn to communicate naturally about personal topics in everyday social situations. Over six weeks, you will transition from simple vocabulary to engaging in meaningful, i...

    $49.00
    listed price
  10. 10
    Udemy Certificate Grade A University-backed

    How to Learn a Language The Efficient Way - Like a Polyglot

    Offered by University of St. Gallen

    Hello, bonjour, hola, hallo, ciao and olá!This Course teaches you how to learn any language in the most efficient and evidence-based way possible. You will learn how polyglots (persons who speak more than 10 languages) a...

    $19.99
    listed price
  11. 11
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Korean 101: Essential Expressions

    Offered by Sungkyunkwan University

    Hello and welcome to "Korean 101: Essential Expressions" at Sungkyunkwan University! With over 600 years of history, **Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU)** is a leading institution of innovation, fostering change through res...

    $49.00
    listed price
  12. 12
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Learn English

    Offered by Tsinghua University

    This specialization is intended for English as a Second Language Learners (elementary, intermediate, and advanced). No prior knowledge is required for these courses. Through 4 courses, Conversational English skills, Just...

    $49.00
    listed price
  13. 13
    edX MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Cantonese Language and Culture for Beginners

    Offered by The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

    The course aims to enable students to master the sounds of Cantonese and conduct basic conservations in Cantonese. It is suitable for learners of the following 3 categories: (1) People from Hong Kong who may be expatriat...

    $99.00
    listed price
  14. 14
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Teach English Now! Second Language Reading, Writing, and Grammar

    Offered by Arizona State University

    In this course, you will learn ideas for teaching reading and writing courses, and how to include grammar instruction within them. Learn how to help students with differing types of reading problems and how to implement...

    $49.00
    listed price
  15. 15
    edX MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Exploring Afrikaans Language and Culture

    Offered by Stellenbosch University

    This course offers a brief introduction to the Afrikaans language and culture. You will learn key vocabulary and phrases to be able to carry on simple conversations in Afrikaans. The focus is on using the language in a f...

    $149.00
    listed price
  16. 16
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade B University-backed

    The Korean Alphabet: An Introduction to Hangeul

    Offered by Sungkyunkwan University

    This course introduces Korean characters,'Hangeul', and provides high-level knowledge related to Hangeul. In this course, the background of 'Hangul' is created, who made the Hangeul, and according to what principle it is...

    $49.00
    listed price
  17. 17
    edX MOOC / Non-credit Grade B University-backed

    Exploring isiXhosa Language and Culture

    Offered by Stellenbosch University

    IsiXhosa forms part of the rich tapestry of languages found in South Africa. By learning to speak and write basic isiXhosa, you will be able to connect with more people. The course is aimed at first-time speakers with li...

    $149.00
    listed price
  18. 18
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade B University-backed

    Learn English: Intermediate Grammar

    Offered by University of California, Irvine

    This specialization covers common topics in intermediate grammar, such as perfect verb tenses and adjective clauses. It will also cover "tricky English" grammar topics that learners of English often find frustrating. The...

    $49.00
    listed price
  19. 19
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade B

    Beginner English: Important Interactions

    Offered by Voxy

    In this course, you will develop your English conversational skills that you can use to build your personal and professional relationships. Learning activities in this course will take place on Voxy, an engaging language...

    $49.00
    listed price
  20. 20
    Udemy MOOC / Non-credit Grade B

    A1-A2 Elementary Temel İngilizce Kursu: Okuma-Gramer-Kelime

    Kursumuzda TEMEL seviyede İNGİLİZCE okuma metinlerinin detaylı çevirileri ve cümle analizleri yapılır.Tüm analizler ODTÜ İngilizce Öğretmenliğinden mezun İngilizce öğretmeni Melike Babatekin tarafından yapılır.Bu çe...

    $159.99
    listed price
  21. 21
    Udemy Certificate Grade B

    Portuguese Grammar - Quick Guide - Verbs 1

    Hello and welcome to this Quick Guide course on Portuguese verbs.This guide is perfect for students who need help learning about Portuguese verbs. In any language, verbs are the backbone to sentences. Without verbs there...

    $199.99
    listed price
  22. 22
    Udemy Certificate Grade B

    HSK 4 Chinese Grammar Made Easy

    Notice: The following sample books are available for free and have been added to the resources section of Lecture 1. (Updated on April 01, 2023)HSK 4 Chinese Grammar PDF Book Sample;Theme-based Chinese Vocabulary for Bas...

    $39.99
    listed price
  23. 23
    Udemy MOOC / Non-credit Grade B

    Learn basic Italian in 2 hours

    Have you ever wanted to learn Italian but never actually started?Now’s the time to begin—it’s easier and faster than you think!Welcome to this practical and fast-paced course designed to get you speaking Italian in just...

    $49.99
    listed price
  24. 24
    Udemy MOOC / Non-credit Grade B

    Advanced English Vocabulary 2

    Unlock the Power of English Vocabulary and Transform Your English Speaking SkillsIs your English vocabulary holding you back? Whether you're preparing for an exam, moving abroad, or just want to improve your English spea...

    $199.99
    listed price
  25. 25
    Udemy Certificate Grade B

    Learn Qur'anic Arabic to understand the Quran

    If you are able to recite the Qur'an and you have ZERO understanding of what you are reciting and would like to understand some Quran when you recite it, then this Course is for you.This course is an introduction to the...

    $54.99
    listed price

Best Language Learning Courses Online compared

# Course Provider Offered by Price
1 6-Tone Phonetic System-A breakthrough in Language Learning Udemy City University of Macau $29.99 View →
2 AI for English Language Learning Udemy $19.99 View →
3 Hindi language learning course Udemy $19.99 View →
4 Language Learning with ChatGPT: AI Tutor & Study Plan Udemy $99.99 View →
5 Fun to learn Japanese at Sendagaya - Level3 Udemy Sendagaya Japanese Institute $39.99 View →
6 Spanish for Successful Communication in Healthcare Settings Coursera Rice University $49.00 View →
7 Building Basic English Skills A1/A2 Coursera University of California, Davis $49.00 View →
8 Teach English Now! Foundational Principles Coursera Arizona State University $49.00 View →
9 A Bridge to the World: Korean Language for Intermediate1 Coursera Sungkyunkwan University $49.00 View →
10 How to Learn a Language The Efficient Way - Like a Polyglot Udemy University of St. Gallen $19.99 View →
11 Korean 101: Essential Expressions Coursera Sungkyunkwan University $49.00 View →
12 Learn English Coursera Tsinghua University $49.00 View →
13 Cantonese Language and Culture for Beginners edX The Hong Kong Polytechnic University $99.00 View →
14 Teach English Now! Second Language Reading, Writing, and Grammar Coursera Arizona State University $49.00 View →
15 Exploring Afrikaans Language and Culture edX Stellenbosch University $149.00 View →
16 The Korean Alphabet: An Introduction to Hangeul Coursera Sungkyunkwan University $49.00 View →
17 Exploring isiXhosa Language and Culture edX Stellenbosch University $149.00 View →
18 Learn English: Intermediate Grammar Coursera University of California, Irvine $49.00 View →
19 Beginner English: Important Interactions Coursera Voxy $49.00 View →
20 A1-A2 Elementary Temel İngilizce Kursu: Okuma-Gramer-Kelime Udemy $159.99 View →
21 Portuguese Grammar - Quick Guide - Verbs 1 Udemy $199.99 View →
22 HSK 4 Chinese Grammar Made Easy Udemy $39.99 View →
23 Learn basic Italian in 2 hours Udemy $49.99 View →
24 Advanced English Vocabulary 2 Udemy $199.99 View →
25 Learn Qur'anic Arabic to understand the Quran Udemy $54.99 View →

Prices shown are the provider's listed price when we last updated this page. Confirm on their site before enrolling.

What the prices here tell you

The 25 priced courses on this page run from $19.99 to $199.99, with the middle of the range around $49.00 — a spread of $180.00. That is a wide gap for one subject. A higher price on this page usually reflects who is behind the course rather than how much material it contains, so it is worth opening two or three at different price points and comparing their syllabus before deciding.

Who is behind these courses

These courses come from Udemy, Coursera and edX. The platforms differ in how they sell: some charge once per course, others expect a subscription, and the listed price is not always what you pay at checkout after a promotion. 11 of these are produced by a named university or institution, including City University of Macau, Sendagaya Japanese Institute and Rice University — which usually means a fixed syllabus and a recognised certificate, rather than an individual instructor’s own course.

Before you enrol

Open the provider’s own page and check three things this comparison cannot tell you: when the course was last updated, what the syllabus actually covers in its later sections, and what recent learners say. Prices shown here are the provider’s listed price when we last rebuilt this page on 18 September 2026 — they change often, and a promotion can move them substantially. We earn a commission if you enrol through our links, which costs you nothing and never affects the order courses appear in.

Frequently asked questions

What should I look at when selecting a language‑learning course?
Check the target language, the teaching style and the level of support offered. Some courses focus on pronunciation, others on conversational practice or specialised terminology. Consider whether you prefer a self‑paced video series or a more structured programme linked to a university.
Do any of the courses require previous knowledge of the language?
Most courses on this page are designed for beginners and do not assume prior proficiency. A few, such as the polyglot efficiency course, may be more useful if you have some basic experience, but they still start with fundamental concepts.
Are the courses accredited or associated with recognised institutions?
Several listings mention university partners, for example City University of Macau, University of St. Gallen, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Sungkyunkwan University and Rice University. The partnership indicates that the content was developed in collaboration with those institutions, though the certificates are issued by the platform provider.
How do the prices vary between the platforms?
Udemy courses on this page range from $19.99 to $99.99, with most priced at the lower end of the range. edX offers a single course at $99.00, while Coursera courses are priced at $49.00 each. The price reflects the provider’s pricing model and any university affiliation.

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