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Learn German in Germany - German Language Courses
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Berlin, Germany
Minimum Age: 16 years; Average Age: 23 - 26 years
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Berlin
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| Learn German in Germany, Berlin. Study German at German language school in Berlin. | Berlin is one of the most interesting cities in Germany. Not only is it the political center but it has a lot to offer in the areas of history, culture and spare time. The multi-nationality of its inhabitants expresses itself in the great number of street festivals and parades which are conducted each year, such as the Carnaval of Cultures. In the numerous museums and exhibition projects one can inform oneself about the unique history of Germany or explore the contemporary art world. The diverse nightlife can easily compete with New York or London, but also the surroundings of Berlin offer various possiblities for activities such as canoeing on the lakes of Mecklenburg or visiting the many castles of Potsdam. |  | This capital of Germany with an enormous cultural life and many scenic bars and cafes is the right place for students who would like to enjoy a mixture of good German teaching and experiencing leisure and fun in this various, jovial and open city.
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Our partner school is situated in the heart of the city in a quiet but central area of Berlin 500 m away from the famous “Friedrichstraße” and also close to the “Brandenburger Tor” with excellent public transport links. It is very easy to get there by subway from any point in the city. The school has 8 classrooms, a cafeteria with internet access and a fantastic outdoor terrace. Thanks to our highly qualified and experienced teachers, the friendly and welcoming atmosphere and the modern teaching facilities, our partner school has earned its reputation for quality courses. |  | In the school students of 50 countries from all over the world meet each year to learn German together. A student library is at the disposal of those who want to continue their studies after the lessons and the teachers are always available with tips and advice. The cafeteria in the language school is a popular meeting place during the breaks and also enables an intensive interchange between students and teachers out of lesson time. Here, joint activities for the evenings and weekends are planned and these often form the beginning of a lasting friendship - not only with other students and teachers, but also with the people of Germany. Many of our students return to visit more than once. |  | For more information about our partner school’s accreditation, please refer to Accreditations. For more information about the German language school and Berlin, please go to German language courses in Berlin. | |
More information on your first day at school (please click here)
Students who have already done the placement test online should be at the school on the first day at the time indicated to them by StudyGlobal. Those who still need to do the test, have to be at school by 8.15 AM. On your first day, we will welcome you and give you some information about your course, our school, activities, the city, public transportation, useful tips etc. Upon arrival, each student receives a “welcome package” including a bag, paper, pen, books, city map, public transport information, information sheet about the school and Berlin as well as a “verb wheel” to practice irregular verbs.
Furthermore, you will get a student card that will remain valid for the period of your stay. It may entitle you to get discounts at cinemas, theatres etc. However, it will not entitle you to get a discounted public transportation ticket. Afterwards, you will meet your teacher and the lessons will begin. Moreover, you will get a feedback evaluation form where we would ask you to describe how your first day was, just to make sure that you are happy with everything. |
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More info on the school (please click here)
Our philosophy and general objectives
Our partner school is committed to offering quality German language courses to foreigners in a pleasant environment that respects the values of each participant, with the aim of strengthening communication between different linguistic communities in the world. We do not only focus on teaching the German language, but also the German culture and costumes. Our staff and teachers will do their utmost to integrate every student and will always be happy to help and give advice also beyond teaching hours to make Berlin your home away from home!
Teaching language
Your teacher will only speak German during the lessons and German is the language used to communicate in our school. It is important that all students conform to this rule. However, if you need some advice outside the classrooms and feel unable to express yourself in German, we will be happy to answer in English.
Resources
There is a computer room with free internet access and also WLAN/Wifi internet access in the entire school. Other learning materials (manuals, books, novels and DVDs) can be borrowed. A TV is available as well.
Certification/Exams
A certificate attesting the participation in the course and indicating the student’s level on the CECR scale is given to each participant who has attended at least 80% of classes.
If you are interested in taking an officially recognized exam, please talk to your teacher or the office team. We will be happy to provide you with special exam preparation classes according to your needs and help you with the application for the official exam.
Course evaluation
Students fill out two feedback forms during their stay, one right after the first course day and one, a more detailed form, at the end of their stay. Thereby you have the chance to indicate what suits and what does not suit in the lessons, regarding the teachers, level, the school activities, host families or accommodation in general.
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To know what's included and what's not included (please click here)
Services included in the price: - Free Internet and WLAN
- Enrolment fee
- Language course as booked
- Placement test
- Certificate at end of the course
- Arrangement of accommodation
- Three leisure activities per week
Not included in the price: - Entry Fees (cinema, museum etc)
- Public transportation (about EUR 60,- per month)
- Transfer from the airport or station to the accommodation (can be booked at an extra charge)
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German Courses
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The basis of our tuition is the modern usage of the German language. We focus on the understanding of both, spoken and written language, as well as the ability to express oneself orally and in writing.
The German course follows a clear progression and aims to train grammar and sentence structures and expand vocabulary. The alternating of teaching methods guarantees optimum learning success. In individual, partner or group work our students train their reading and listening comprehension as well as written and oral expression.
Our main focus is on oral communication, which you can put into practice not only in role plays, language learning games and discussions, but also in the leisure activities with your teachers. Regular tests integrated into the lessons allow course participants to assess their own progress. |  | Placement and level
A written grading test taken before arrival via internet as well as a short oral test on the day of arrival allows us to assign the students into classes according to their level. The course system contains 6 levels. The teaching plan and progression of each level are set according to selected textbooks. The organization of the levels is carried out in accordance with the examination system of the “Common European Framework of Reference for languages” (CEFR) levels: A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2. | |
More about group levels (please click here)
A placement test is held at the beginning of the course to guarantee the placing of the students in the appropriate german course level Level I: Beginners - Basic german course for beginners with no previous skills in German. Basic vocabulary and grammar. Elementary conversation and dialogue patterns will be practiced. Certificate at end of course. Level II: Elementary I - Basic German course for beginners with few previous skills in German. Expansion of basic vocabulary and grammar. Elementary conversation and free dialogue on given themes will be practiced. Certificate at end of course. Level III: Elementary II - Elementary grammar and vocabulary will be revised and extended. Training in syntax and free oral communication in every day situations. Certificate at end of course. Level IV: Intermediate I - Further development of intermediate level skills. Complex grammatical structures will be discussed in detail. Training in communication skills will be given and the basic vocabulary expanded. Certificate at end of course. Level V: Intermediate II - Continuation of the Intermediate I course. Work with newspaper articles, regional studies and literary texts. Text analysis and ability to produce own texts. Certificate at end of course. Level VI: Advanced - Written skills will be practiced using complex linguistic, literary and scientific texts. Special emphasis is given to the training of listening comprehension and oral expression. |
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All courses are offered in Berlin and are organized Monday to Friday. Each lesson lasts 45 minutes. The maximum number of students per class is 10 (12 in July and August). Students who have at least a basic German knowledge can start the course every Monday. For absolute beginners special starting dates apply! | Please note: In case that a course consists of less than three students, we reserve the right to reduce course length form 5 to 3 days per week. During summertime (normally July & August), we also have lessons in the afternoon. If your course starts in summer, you will be informed about your timetable in advance or upon completion of the placement test. Please be at the school on your first day 15 minutes before your course starts. If you have booked private lessons, you will get your timetable before arrival or upon completion of the placement test. Learning Materials: are included in the price. All books and teaching materials are provided except dictionaries. Students receive books, a copybook and a pen, a verb wheel as well as all relevant photocopies. |  | | | |
Standard German Language Course (20 lessons per week)
| | For those who would like to get a good German level in a short time, but also want to spend some more time visiting the city. | - 20 lessons per week
- 1 lesson = 45 minutes
- Number of participants: 4 to 10 (in July & August 12 students max.)
- Minimum duration: 1 week
- All levels from beginners to advanced
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9.30 AM to 1 PM and in the summer also: Monday to Friday, 2.30 PM to 6.00 PM
- Course materials
- Placement test
- Information about the city
- School certificate
- Access to library
- Internet gratis
- 3 activities per week
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Intensive German Language Course (25 lessons per week)
| For those who would like to get deeper into German and to focus more on better communication skills. | - 25 lessons per week
- 1 lesson = 45 minutes
- Number of participants: 4 to 10 (in July & August 12 students max.)
- Minimum duration: 1 week
- All levels from beginners to advanced
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9.30 AM to 2 PM in summer also Monday to Friday, 1.15 PM to 6.00 PM
- Course materials
- Placement test
- Information about the city
- School certificate
- Access to library
- Internet gratis
- 3 activities per week
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Standard PLUS German Language Course (20 group + 5/10 private lessons per week)
| | For those who have to learn German in a very short time and would like to have a special focus on their personal language problems or interests during private lessons. | - 20 group lessons plus 5 or 10 individual lessons per week
- 1 lesson = 45 minutes
- Number of participants: 4 to 10 (in July & August 12 students max.) plus individual lessons
- Minimum duration: 1 week
- All levels from beginners to advanced
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9.30 AM to 1 PM and in the summer also Monday to Friday 1.15 PM to 6 PM, individual lessons by appointment
- Course materials
- Placement test
- Information about the city
- School certificate
- Access to library
- Internet gratis
- 3 activities per week
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Mini Group Standard German Language Course (20 lessons per week)
| For those who would like to learn German in a small group of max. 5 students and thus gain extra attention by their teacher. | - 20 lessons per week
- 1 lesson = 45 minutes
- Number of participants: max. 5 students per class
- Minimum duration: 1 week
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9.30 AM to 1 PM
- Levels: Beginner – Upper-Intermediate
- Available from September-June (not available in July & August)
- Course materials
- Placement test
- Information about the city
- School certificate
- Access to library
- Internet gratis
- 3 activities per week
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One to One German Language Course (min. 10 lessons per week)
| | For those who want to concentrate on the difficulties they meet personnally in German and on particular points. | - 10, 20, 25 or 30 individual lessons per week
- Schedule: by appointment
- All levels from beginners to advanced
- 1 lesson = 45 minutes
- Number of participants: 1
- Minimum duration: 1 week
- Course materials
- School certificate
- Access to library
- Internet gratis
- 3 activities per week
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German Pronunciation Course (03 or 06 lessons per week)
| This course is designed for students who need a perfect pronunciation in German, e.g. for job purposes. Students will attend one of our General German courses in the morning and in the afternoon they will have 3 or 6 lessons of German pronunciation in small groups of max. 2 participants. (In summer, the schedule can be vice versa.) - 3 or 6 lessons/week Business German in addition to the Standard or Intensive Course
- 1 lesson = 45 minutes
- Number of participants: maximum 2 students
- Minimum duration: 1 week
- All levels beginners to advanced
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Exam Preparation Course
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Exam Preparation Course (03 or 06 lessons per week)
| These courses offer preparation for the exams of the Goethe Institute and for the entrance examination of German universities. While in the linguistic basis of German will be covered, the preparation course for exams focuses on the practice of examination tasks. | Students will attend one of our General German courses in the morning. In the afternoon they will have 3 or 6 lessons of preparation for the exams in small groups of max. 2 participants. (In summer the schedule can be vice versa.) - 3 or 6 lessons/week Exam Preparation in addition to the Standard or Intensive Course
- Minimum duration: 1 week
- Minimum Level: low-intermediate
- 1 lesson = 45 minutes
- Number of participants: maximum 2 students
|  | We offer preparation for the following exams: Students in the Elementary level can prepare for the Zertifikat B1(formerly ZD). Students in the Intermediate level can take part in training for the Zertifikat C1(formerly ZMP), the Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Zugang ausländischer Studienbewerber (DSH) or the TestDaF; and students in the Advanced level have the opportunity to prepare for the Zertifikat C2(formerly ZOP). We highly recommend all long term students at our partner school, who would like to take one of these exams, to book 4 to 8 weeks of preparation for exams in addition due to the fact that the exams have become more difficult since the reformation. | |
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Business German Course
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Business German Language Course (03 or 06 lessons per week)
| Our business language courses are designed for learners who need the German language for their job. These courses convey knowledge in oral and written language usage which is needed for communication with German business partners. Students will attend one of our General German courses in the morning and in the afternoon they will have 3 or 6 lessons of business German per week in a very small group of maximum 2 participants (in summer the schedule can be vice versa.) Due to the small number of participants the individual requirements of each student can be focused on. | Business German courses are offered in the following professional areas: Economy, hotel and tourism, travelling, marketing, banking, law, medicine and technology. - 3 or 6 lessons/week Business German in addition to the Standard or Intensive Course
- 1 lesson = 45 minutes
- Number of participants: maximum 2 students
- for a minimum of 1 week
- Minimum Level: intermediate
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German + Work Experience
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German + Counselling Service for Job or Internship
| Combine a German language Course (min. 4 weeks) with an internship/job in Germany (min. 12 weeks)!
Apart from the language courses, our partner school offers to help with getting a chance to practice German outside of the school environment and to gain at the same time work experience - with our counseling service for a job or an internship. | | The program consists of two parts. The student attends a German language course of his/her choice for a minimum of 4 weeks. A minimum level of intermediate German is required. During this time, the school staff will support the student with information about companies who could eventually offer jobs or internships, about the applying procedure and about the documents the student has to provide. For this, the student has to bring: Tabulated curriculum vitae with school education and work experience, all certificates, certificate of enrolment (if he/she is studying), passport and a photo. Our partner school will arrange up to 5 job/internship interviews for the student where he/she can present himself to the possible employer. However, our partner school cannot guarantee that each student gets a job or an internship, since it depends also on the student’s motivation and previous knowledge. The counseling fee is not refundable. |  | - A job is usually paid work where a low level of qualification is required, e.g. working at McDonalds, as a waiter in a café or bar, or any kind of unskilled labor or temporary employment.
- An internship is usually unpaid work and is related to a student’s field of studies or career plans to gain experience and knowledge by training.
In undertaking a job or internship, students will discover the nature of professional life whilst collecting valuable experience for a future career. Student should be able to work for a minimum of 3 months and have a good knowledge of German. The better the previous knowledge of German and the better the previous work experience and qualifications, the higher is the chance to find a qualified internship/work placement. An official reference letter stating length and content of the work placement will be received by all students at the end. Counseling service fee for job/internship: EUR 350 For further information on our internship program in South Africa, please refer to our pdf files Paid work placement in Munich or Berlin, Germany and Professional internship in Munich or Berlin, Germany. For general information on our paid work programs please refer to our Study & Work abroad page. | | | |
University Counselling Service
| For those who would like to start a regular course of studies in Germany, our partner school offers a counseling service. We find out if and under which conditions our students can study in Germany. On request, we can send a list of the documents required and help with the application.
University counseling service fee: EUR 350
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German + Arts Programs
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Fulfill your learning needs while exploring your creative aspirations. Our German + Arts programs will give you the opportunity to combine German language studies with artistic skills. The programs can be combined with any General German language course.
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German for Musicians (03 or 06 lessons per week)
| Due to an increasing demand we have developed a special German course for professional musicians who need to be prepared for working with Germans, e. g. at the Opera house or at the music academy, where the understanding of special vocabulary is essential. Students will attend one of our General German courses in the morning. In the afternoon they will have 3 or 6 lessons of German for Musicians in small groups of max. 2 participants. (In summer the schedule can be vice versa.) | - 3 or 6 lessons/week German for Musicians in addition to the Standard or Intensive Course
- 1 lesson = 45 minutes
- Number of participants: maximum 2 students
- Minimum duration: 1 week
- All levels from beginners to advanced
Price for German for Musicians:
3 lessons: EUR 110 per week
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German + Dance (03 lessons per week)
| TANZFABRIK with its four studios is the centre for Contemporary Dance in Berlin. Its aim is the development and presentation of contemporary dance in its diversity of choreographic and performative approaches, the promotion of young artists and international exchange. TANZFABRIK is partner of the European Network APAP (Advancing Performing Arts Project) since 2005 and is developing an university education program for dance and choreography at the University of Arts in Berlin.
In cooperation with TANZFABRIK Berlin, our partner offers 3 lessons of dance per week (1 lesson = 60 minutes). Our students can take part in the dance training either in the afternoon or in the evening. For a minimum duration of 4 weeks students can choose a combination of modern/contemporary dance, jazz dance and classical ballet.
Please note: It is essential for us to know if the student has some basic knowledge of dancing, since TANZFABRIK Berlin does not always provide courses for absolute beginners. Should a student be interested in other kind of dances, like HipHop, Belly Dance, Street Dance, Salsa, we are happy to help with recommending other dance schools.
Minimum Duration: 4 weeks
Price for 3 lessons (60 minutes each) dance: EUR 80 per week
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German + Art (2,5 lessons per week)
| ATELIER BALZER in Berlin offers art lessons with a fantastic view over Berlin. The courses are held in small groups (3-6 participants) wich makes it easier to approach each course member´s expectations and needs. Christopher Balzer, graduated from the art academy in Düsseldorf, works since 1990 as a freelance artist and academic in Berlin.
Our partner school offers art lessons in cooperation with ATELIER BALZER. Our students can participate in a 2.5 lessons art course one afternoon or evening per week (1 lesson =60 minutes). Students are able to choose from the basic techniques of sculpture, painting or drawing and can learn to work with different materials and tools. If desired, they can also have the opportunity to prepare a portfolio for their application to an art college.
Minimum Duration: 2 weeks
Price for 2,5 lessons (60 minutes each) art: EUR 60 per week
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- Courses start every Monday, except for 100 % beginners.
- Students can arrive in their accommodation the Sunday before the beginnig of the course.
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Activities/Excursions
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Our partner school offers a minimum of 3 social and cultural activities each week to the students. | These activities are without any extra fees. Participation is optional and just entrance tickets, transportation tickets, meals etc. have to be paid by each student on his/her own. The school offers a highly varied program of social activities, which allows you to learn German also out of lesson, make new friends from all over the world and simply enjoy yourself. You will also be able to meet people at the many events we organize in the school including international evenings, film shows, games, competitions and parties.
Outside the school you will have the opportunity to enjoy other aspects of German life and culture. Our partner school organizes guided sight-seeing tours and visits to museums, cultural events, pubs and discos. |  | |
Sample activities (please click here)
- Guided city tours through districts of Berlin (architecture, history of Berlin)
- Themed guided tours (e.g. “the wall”, “the DDR”, “the second world war”, “Berlin at night”, “Panoramic view of Berlin”)
- Guided tour through a German brewery
- Excursions to Potsdam, Wannsee, Babelsberg
- Museums (e.g. Checkpoint Charlie, Jewish Museum, Art Galleries, …)
- Open-air-cinema, open-air-concerts
- Festivals (e.g. Carnival of Cultures, Street Theater Festival)
- Cookery course for German food (e.g. apple strudel)
- Beach-Volleyball on the nearby fields
- Picnic in the park
- Visits to theatre/concert/musical/opera
- Sports (e.g. bowling, swimming, skating, playing billiard)
- Themed parties (e.g. barbecue party, international food party, christmas party)
- Get-together in pubs, bars, clubs, restaurants
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Our partner school also offers several other sport activity options at an extra charge (please click here)
Fitness center
The Fitness Centers (Gym) we cooperate with are not far from school. The centers offer all kind of fitness possibilities like Workout, Stretching, Aerobics, Spinning and Cardio in a friendly atmosphere. After the training the student can relax in the spa. Guest membership EUR 110,- per month
Sports (Basketball, Volleyball, Handball, ...):
The sports centers we cooperate with offer a big variety of sports. One can choose between Basketball, Volleyball, Handball, Athletics, Judo, Table Tennis and others (except for soccer). Guest membership EUR 80,- per month
Bicycle rental
Berlin is easy for using a bicycle as transportation means. You can rent bicycles directly at the school for the period of your stay. Rental fee EUR 25,- per week |
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More info on airport transfers (please click here)
We offer one-way or return transfer service to/from the airport or train station as a service which can be booked at an extra cost. We work together with reliable transport service companies and private persons (host families) who carry out these transfers. Prices: EUR 60 one way; EUR 120 both ways |
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Visa information (please click here)
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