📘 Course Description 

BINUS BIPA Essential Course is a 32-hour Bahasa Indonesia for Foreign Speakers (BIPA) program offered over 16 sessions. This course is intended as a short-term, foundational program that introduces participants to basic Indonesian language skills for essential communication in daily life. This course enables learners to experience a bit-sized piece of BIPA level (BIPA 1, 2, or 3). 

It is ideal for newcomers, exchange participants, short-stay professionals, or those who are curious about the language and culture and want a quick and practical entry point to Bahasa Indonesia. 

⏱️ Course Duration 

• 32 hours total 
• 16 sessions (2 hours per session) 
• Available online or on-site 

🎯 Program Objectives 

• To introduce basic vocabulary and expressions for simple daily communication 
• To enable learners to understand and use familiar phrases in predictable contexts 
• To help participants gain confidence in using Bahasa Indonesia in informal, real-life situations 
• To provide cultural context relevant to language use 

🧩 Structure & Learning Content 

This course focuses on practical language functions through interactive and communicative activities, using simplified materials and situational examples. 

🗂️ Sample Topics: 

• Greetings and introductions 
• Numbers, dates, and time 
• Basic daily routines 
• Asking for help and directions 
• Shopping and food 
• Describing people or objects in simple terms 

🧠 Learning Activities: 

• Role-plays (e.g., at a market or in class) 
• Listening to short, practical dialogues 
• Simple question-answer practice 
• Vocabulary-building games 
• Writing basic personal information or short sentences 

✅ Benefits of the Program 

• Fast and effective orientation to the Indonesian language 
• Ability to manage common everyday situations in Bahasa Indonesia 
• Increased cultural understanding and communication readiness 
• Certificate of participation 
• Suitable as a standalone course or preparation for more advanced BIPA levels 

 👥 Recommended For: 

• Short-term international visitors, students, or volunteers 
• New expatriates living or working in Indonesia 
• Travelers seeking basic Indonesian language competence 
• Anyone who wants a quick introduction to Bahasa Indonesia

🔗 Register now: bit.ly/registrationformBC

📞 WhatsApp: 089-77-888-050
📧 Email: lcadmin@binus.edu

Let’s start your journey to speak Indonesian with confidence — and connect deeper with the local culture!