The BIPA Regular Course is a 64-hour Bahasa Indonesia for Foreign Speakers (BIPA) program consisting of 32 sessions. It is designed for learners who prefer a balanced pace of study, providing sufficient exposure to Indonesian language and culture while allowing time for reflection, practice, and application in real-life situations. This course enables learners to experience a half-set of BIPA level (BIPA 1, 2, or 3)
This course offers solid foundational and intermediate skills for communication in daily, academic, or professional settings. It is ideal for students, expatriates, researchers, and general learners who wish to improve their Bahasa Indonesia steadily and effectively.
⏱️ 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