Your Gateway to Indonesian Language and Culture

BIPA programs, culture and courses for foreigners since 2010

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About NLC

Excellence in Indonesian Language Education

NLC is an institution that emphasizes real communication and cultural context in teaching Bahasa Indonesia for foreigners.

Interactive Classes

Direct practice with real-world communication scenarios

Certified Instructors

Experienced teachers with international teaching backgrounds

Complete Materials

Comprehensive modules and textbooks included for each level

Onsite Experience

Coworking Space Classes

Our onsite classes break away from conventional classrooms. Immerse yourself in a modern coworking environment for practical learning.

  • Real-life Practice Learn in a modern setting
  • Relaxed Atmosphere Less 'school-like', more dynamic
  • Easy City Access Perfect for daily-life integration
  • Cross-cultural Exposure Interact naturally with locals

BIPA Programs

Structured learning paths for every proficiency level

Beginner

1. Beginner

📅 10 weeks
⏱️ 20 sessions
Outcomes: Alphabet & pronunciation · Self-introduction · Basic greetings · Numbers & time · Directions & locations · Basic Q&A
Course fee:
💻 Online IDR 5M 🏫 Onsite IDR 7.5M
Basic

2. Basic

📅 12 weeks
⏱️ 24 sessions
Outcomes: Daily routines · Describing people/places · Asking for info · Likes & dislikes · Simple transactions · Practical conversations
Course fee:
💻 Online IDR 6.2M 🏫 Onsite IDR 8.8M
Pre-Intermediate

3. Pre-Intermediate

📅 15 weeks
⏱️ 30 sessions
Outcomes: Sharing experiences · Expressing opinions · Simple compound sentences · Light discussions · Short texts · Functional communication
Course fee:
💻 Online IDR 7.3M 🏫 Onsite IDR 11.5M
Intermediate

4. Intermediate

📅 15 weeks
⏱️ 30 sessions
Outcomes: Discussions & arguments · Short presentations · Light formal discourse · Semi-formal writing · Register awareness · Independent communication
Course fee:
💻 Online IDR 8.3M 🏫 Onsite IDR 12.5M
Advance

5. Advance

📅 18 weeks
⏱️ 36 sessions
Outcomes: Advanced discussions · Structured presentations · Formal texts · Nuanced expression · Academic/professional communication · High-level fluency
Course fee:
💻 Online IDR 9.3M 🏫 Onsite IDR 13.8M

ℹ️ Visa sponsorship requires enrollment in at least 3 levels.

Our Expert Instructors

Learn from internationally experienced educators

Dr. Ridzky Firmansyah Fahmi, M.Pd.

Dr. Ridzky Firmansyah Fahmi, M.Pd.

Business & Academic BIPA

BIPA expert since 2010 for social, academic, and special purposes (business/religion). Teaching experience in China since 2019 and the Philippines. Author of various BIPA materials.

Best for: Business · Academic · Professionals

Ari Nursenja Rivanti, M.Pd.

Ari Nursenja Rivanti, M.Pd.

Senior BIPA Instructor

Teaching experience in Australia, Finland, Canada, and Asia-Pacific. Specialist in literacy, pedagogy, and cross-cultural communication.

Best for: Beginners · Conversation · Expats

Burhan Sidik, M.Pd.

Burhan Sidik, M.Pd.

Culture & Literature Expert

BIPA instructor since 2015 with experience in Vietnam. Lecturer at STKIP Purwakarta and UPI. Specialist in culture-based materials and literature.

Best for: Culture · Literature · Advanced

Nais Ambarsari, M.Pd.

Nais Ambarsari, M.Pd.

Literacy & Media Specialist

Lecturer at BINUS University and BIPA instructor under the Indonesian Ministry of Education since 2016. Experienced in teaching Bahasa Indonesia in Thailand, India, the Philippines, China, South Korea, Australia, and several European and African countries. Specialist in communicative language teaching and learning media development.

Best for: Reading · Writing · Media

Pertiyani Bakar, M.Pd.

Pertiyani Bakar, M.Pd.

International BIPA Expert

Teaching BIPA since 2014 with experience in Thailand, Russia, and Poland. Flexible, fun, and interesting teaching methods tailored to student needs.

Best for: Travel · Interactive · Fun Learning

Tiara Adinda Sulaeman, S.Pd.

Tiara Adinda Sulaeman, S.Pd.

Interactive Learning Specialist

Nearly four years of experience in online and offline BIPA teaching. International school background with a focus on communicative and interactive methods.

Best for: Daily Conversation · Practical Use

Dr. Marlia, S.Pd., M.Hum.

Dr. Marlia, S.Pd., M.Hum.

Academic & Communication Expert

Experienced teaching in China. Implementing a fun teaching method and focusing on Indonesian for communication and academics.

Best for: Fun Learning · Communication · Academics

Dr. Riskha Arfiyanti, M.Pd.

Dr. Riskha Arfiyanti, M.Pd.

Contextual Learning Specialist

Experienced teaching in China. Using authentic and contextual teaching methods, focusing on Indonesian for academic and social purposes.

Best for: Authentic Context · Academic · Social

What Our Students Say

Real experiences from our international students

Studying at NLC before my exchange in Bandung was the best decision. The teachers taught me how to really interact with local people.

MS

Markus S.

Student, Germany

Program: Basic BIPA

The business program is excellent. It helped me understand the cultural nuances necessary for working in Indonesia.

SJ

Sarah J.

Consultant, Australia

Program: Business BIPA

The intensive program was perfect for my short stay. I learned more in 2 weeks than I expected!

YT

Yuki T.

Student, Japan

Program: Intensive BIPA

Study at a coworking space in here is clear, fun, and effective. The material is easy to understand, the vocabulary is well discussed, and the practical exercises make us able to do it quickly.

JK

Jonglan Kim & Kangseon Lee

Students, South Korea

Program: Contextual BIPA

Get In Touch

Ready to start learning Bahasa Indonesia?

Talk directly with our enrollment team and get personalized guidance based on your goals, level, and availability.

📍 On-site classes in Bandung
💻 Online options available
👥 Small groups or private lessons
Fast response · No commitment · Friendly guidance
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Bank Account: BCA 2330960186 (Ridzky Firmansyah Fahmi)

PayPal: @ridzky20