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THE GOETHE- INSTITUT

The Goethe-Institut is active around the world as the official cultural institute of the Federal Republic of Germany. We promote knowledge of the German language and foster international cultural cooperation.

A GLOBAL NETWORKThe Goethe-Institut operates 159 institutes in 98 countries, including 12 institutes in Germany, and cooperates with partner organizations at many other locations. As a result, the Goethe-Institut has more than 1,000 points of contact worldwide.

EXPERTISE IN GERMANWe have 65 years’ experience in teaching German as a foreign language, teacher training and developing curricula, examinations and course materials. At the Goethe-Institut you’re always in good hands – whether you’re learning German for your career or in preparation for university studies, or just for personal interest. Our teams at the Goethe-Instituts in Germany are there to provide you with service and support whenever questions arise.

LANGUAGE INSTRUCTION FROM EVERY ANGLEWith every course we offer: Individual placement in courses and ongoing advice on the learning process. Support with examina-tion preparation. The option to take an exam and earn a Goethe- Zertifikat. Multimedia resources for self-directed learning in the media resource center. And to round it all off: an exciting cultural and leisure program – so that you really get to know Germany.

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Before you start your course, we’ll assess your prior knowledge of German in a placement test. Our course groups are international, so you’ll be speaking German right from the very fi rst lesson.

LESSONSOur instruction is full of variety and based on communicative methods. You’ll practice speaking, listening, reading and writing in realistic situa-tions and with authentic texts. The course contents are up-to-date and based on an intercultural approach. With topics, projects and research centered around life in Germany, you’ll explore German culture and get to know the course location.

THE COURSE SYSTEMOur course system is based on the six levels of the Common European Reference Framework for Languages (CERF). As a result, the language skills that you acquire in our courses can be objectively assessed and compared against international standards. The course system is con-sistent and transparent worldwide. After completing a course, you have complete fl exibility to continue learning at a Goethe-Institut in Ger-many or another country, or to enrol for one of our online courses.

BENEFITSExperience the full diversity of Germany. With a language course at a Goethe-Institut in Germany you will have access to our media resource centers and can take part in the institute’s cultural and leisure pro-gram. You’ll get to know Germany and experience everyday life at your course location.

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EXAMINATIONS AND CERTIFICATESSHOW WHAT YOU CAN DO

Whatever your reasons for learning German – as a professional qualification, as preparation for university studies in Germany or because you need recognized certification of your language level – we offer a certification system with exams at all levels.

EUROPEAN STANDARDSThe German examinations of the Goethe-Institut are based on the levels of the Common European Reference Framework for Languages (CERF), from A1 to C2.

RECOGNIZED AROUND THE WORLDOur exams are internationally recognized and are accepted as qualifi-cations by employers and educational institutions around the world.The Goethe-Institut’s standard language examinations for adults are assessed by the Association of Language Testers in Europe (ALTE) and have the Q-Mark seal of approval.

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Can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract top-ics, including technical discussions in his/her field of specialization. Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party. Can produce clear, detailed texts on a wide range of subjects.

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Can understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognize implicit meaning. Can use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes. Can produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects.

Goethe-Zertifikat C1 TestDaF

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Can understand with ease virtually everything heard or read. Can express him/herself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in more complex situations.

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Can understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases. Can introduce him/herself and others and can ask and answer questions about personal details.

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Can understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance. Can communicate in simple and routine situations about familiar things. Can describe in simple terms aspects of his/her background, immediate environ-ment and matters in areas of immediate need.

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Can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. Can deal with most situations likely to arise while traveling in an area where the language is spoken. Can produce simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of personal interest.

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The media resource centers at the Goethe-Instituts in Germany: Here you can learn, do research, engage in discussions, prepare for classes or study for exams – according to your individual needs. However, this is also a place where you can relax, read a newspaper or con-verse with other course participants. This makes learning German even more fun. Our media resource centers have four zones:

LEARNING ZONEThe Learning Zone is intended for quiet study. Here you can work by yourself and focus on your learning goals. There are also com-puters for looking up information or searching for extra materials.

COMMUNICATION ZONEThis zone is intended for communicative activities. It is ideal for discussions, group work, practicing with learning partners, and other shared learning activities.

INFORMATION ZONEFor help using the media resource center, details about activities at the institute, or information about the culture and leisure programs, the Information Zone is the place to go. You can also get advice here on self-learning materials or support in using media or other resources. You’ll fi nd information about Germany, current events and new books. Here we also display projects by course participants.

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RELAXATION ZONEThis is the meeting area. It’s a place to unwind, where you can chat informally in a comfortable setting, read a magazine, or just take a coffee break with others.

MEDIA AND MATERIALSAll media resource centers have wifi, PC work stations, and a wealth of media and materials. You’ll find: DaF practice materials for reading, listening, writing and speaking grammar books and textbooks dictionaries and reference books exam preparation materials non-fiction, literary fiction daily and weekly newspapers, magazines movies and video materials

PERSONAL ADVICEThe staff in the media resource center will be happy to offer support and advice on all of the resources, and help with the selection of suitable practice materials.

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Learning a new language is a very good thing. But the experience is greatly enhanced when you also get to know the country where the language is spoken. That’s why, as well as language training, we offer an exciting range of activities outside the classroom. You’ll get to know the city where you’re learning from all sides while experiencing culture, sports and fun with your classmates.

NEW EXPERIENCES EVERY DAYDuring the week we generally offer events and programs every day. Our city walks will help you to fi nd your way around, while special thematic tours provide insights into interesting aspects of local life and history. You will also have a chance to visit institutions, companies or universities to learn about the economy, education and society at your location.

SPORTSWhenever possible – subject to the group’s interests – we will organize sporting activities for you. Depending on the season, you will also be able to attend live sports events.

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EVENING PROGRAMSWe offer attractive evening activities, too, such as theater, concerts and festivals We’re happy to recommend popular local clubs and night spots. Our pub nights in authentic local venues are always a big hit with course participants.

WEEKEND EXCURSIONWe organize weekend daytrips for our classes. You can explore the landscapes and natural surroundings of the region on hikes, and visit castles and other high-lights on sightseeing excursions. On most of these outings you will have the chance to take a tour and enjoy a meal with the group. Our extracurricular programs also include one-day trips to interesting nearby cities.

YOUR TEAM – ALWAYS READY TO HELPWe want you to feel at home – right from the fi rst day. The team in charge of the cultural and leisure program at your Goethe-Institut will be happy to help with any everyday problems or questions you may have.

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We know how important it is to feel at home when learning a language in new surroundings. You can also reserve your accommodation when booking a course at any of our institutes in Germany.

ACCOMMODATION – AS YOU LIKE ITWe offer single or double rooms at our guesthouses, in student hostels or in homestay arrangements. The Goethe-Institut guesthouses have basic furnishings and facilities: rooms with WC/shower or rooms with WC/showers on the same floor shared kitchens for self-catering television room washing machines internet/wifi Bed linen and towels are provided

Furnishings and facilities may vary in apartments, student hostels and homestay arrangements. Please check the web pages of the institute you will be attending.

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EXAMINATIONS

The Goethe-Institut Berlin is an examination center. The available exams include TestDaF.

GOETHE-INSTITUT BERLIN goethe.de/berlin

CONTACT

Goethe-Institut Neue Schönhauser Str. 20 10178 Berlin

Tel.: +49 30 25906-3 Fax: +49 30 25906-400 [email protected]

BERLINWELCOME TO THE CAPITAL

Berlin is more than just the political center of Germany. It is also a magnet for avante garde culture, an experimental space for urban lifestyles and a hotbed of exciting subcultures.

This is reflected in the sheer diversity of the city’s cultural life. Every neighborhood exudes its own fascination with an unmistaka-ble personality and a wealth of history. The flow of inspiration in the arts and the club scene is endless. In addition, the city is home to four universities and four art academies.

Goethe-Institut Berlin is situated in the Berlin Mitte district, near Hackesche Höfe, a thriving cluster of courtyards with a unique blend of housing, artists’ studios, cafés and restaurants.

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GOETHE-INSTITUT BONN goethe.de/bonn

CONTACT

Goethe-Institut Lennéstr. 6 53113 Bonn


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EXAMINATIONS

The Goethe-Institut Bonn is an examination center. The available exams include TestDaF.

THE BEETHOVEN CITY ON THE RHINE

Ludwig van Beethoven was born in Bonn in 1770 in a house that is now just one of the city’s many museums. An annual international music festival here also bears the great composer’s name.

The University of Bonn is one of the largest and most prestigious in Germany. Those studying there, along with the many tourists from Germany and abroad, enjoy the lively theater scene. Another big attraction is the Bonn Summer Festival, which features enchanting outdoor concerts. A boat trip on the Rhine is a wonderful way to see the Rhine valley, a world cultural heritage site, with its many castles and hillside vineyards, and the famous Loreley.

The Goethe-Institut Bonn is centrally located in the modern building of the Language Learning Center at the University of Bonn.

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GOETHE-INSTITUT BREMENgoethe.de/bremen

CONTACT

Goethe-InstitutAn der Universität BremenBibliothekstr. 7, Glashalle28359 Bremen

Tel.: +49 421 36081-0Fax: +49 421 [email protected]

EXAMINATIONS

The Goethe-Institut Bremen is an examination center. The available exams include TestDaF.

BREMENTHE LITTLE STATE

The “Free Hanseatic City of Bremen” is Germany’s smallest federal state and its 10th-largest city. In recent years this traditional over-seas trading and shipbuilding city has become an important center for aerospace engineering and the sciences. The Technology Park near the University of Bremen has gained wide renown.

But Bremen has many other claims to fame, such as the medieval city center, Hanseatic brickwork architecture, the ‘Town Musicians of Bremen’, and its distinctive beer. In 2004 the imposing Bremen city hall and the Roland Statue were designated as UNESCO World Cultural Heritage sites.

The Goethe-Institut Bremen is situated on the university campus.

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GOETHE-INSTITUT DRESDENgoethe.de/dresden

CONTACT

Goethe-InstitutKönigsbrücker Str. 8401099 Dresden

Tel.: +49 351 80011-0 Fax: +49 351 [email protected]

COURSES IN DRESDEN

547072

Intensive coursesExam preparation coursesEvening/weekend courses

EXAMINATIONS

The Goethe-Institut Dresden is an examination center.The available exams include TestDaF.

DRESDENTHE BAROQUE CITY

Splendid baroque architecture, a wealth of artistic treasures and the enchanting surrounding countryside – all of this has earned Dresden, the capital of the Free State of Saxony, the nickname “Florence on the Elbe”.

With its colleges and universities and scientifi c institutions, Dresden is an important center of education and research. It is one of Germany’s most dynamic metropolitan areas, with a business landscape dominated by innovation and leading-edge technologies. Complementing the urban appeal of Dresden are the endless possibili-ties for recreation and entertainment – day and night.

The Goethe-Institut Dresden is situated in the historical Dresdner Neustadt area of the city, near the Elbe and the baroque city center. The spacious grounds of the institute include a small park.

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GOETHE-INSTITUT DÜSSELDORF goethe.de/duesseldorf

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Goethe-Institut Immermannstr. 65 B 40210 Düsseldorf

Tel.: +49 211 99299-0 Fax: +49 211 771084 [email protected]

COURSES IN DÜSSELDORF

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EXAMINATIONS

The Goethe-Institut Düsseldorf is an examination center. The available exams include TestDaF.

DÜSSELDORFTHE RHINE METROPOLIS

Düsseldorf is the capital of Germany’s most populous state, North-Rhine Westphalia. It is a university city, an international business hub and a major trade fair center. Some 5,000 companies from around the world have offices here, lending the city a cosmopolitan touch. The advertising, design and fashion sectors here generate higher sales than in any other German location.

The Goethe-Institut Düsseldorf is located in a modern building right at the main railway station. This makes it quick and easy to reach destinations all over the Rhine-Ruhr region.

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GOETHE-INSTITUT FRANKFURT goethe.de/frankfurt

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Goethe-Institut Diesterwegplatz 72 60594 Frankfurt/Main

Tel.: +49 69 961227-0 Fax: +49 69 9620395 [email protected]

COURSES IN FRANKFURT

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Intensive coursesExam preparation coursesEvening courses

EXAMINATIONS

The Goethe-Institut Frankfurt is an examination center. The available exams include TestDaF.

FRANKFURT AM MAINTHE TRADE FAIR METROPOLIS

Frankfurt, the site of the world-famous Frankfurt Book Fair, has a long tradition of forging strong links between culture and commerce. It is home to 190 publishing houses as well as the headquarters of the European Central Bank and the interna-tionally prominent Frankfurt Stock Exchange.

Whatever your cultural interests – concerts, movies, theater or exhibitions – Frankfurt has plenty to offer. A good place to start is the “Museum Mile”, with the film and architecture museum, the Museum of Applied Arts, the Jewish Museum and the world-famous Städel art gallery.

The Goethe-Institut Frankfurt is situated opposite Frankurt’s southern station in the attractive Sachsenhausen district, a popular residential area with a lively night life. There are excellent public transportation links to get you from the institute to the city center.

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COURSES IN FREIBURG

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EXAMINATIONS

The Goethe-Institut Freiburg is an examination center. The available exams include TestDaF.

FREIBURGTHE GREEN CITY

Germany’s southernmost big city has a wealth of cultural offerings, with eight municipal theaters, cinemas, libraries, numerous museums and galleries competing for visitors. The famous college of music, the

“Fest der Innenhöfe” (a musical festival staged in courtyards around the city) and the Zelt-Musik-Festival, which presents more than 100 highly diverse concerts over 19 days, fill Freiburg with beautiful sounds.

The University of Freiburg – designated a University of Excellence – has 28,000 students. Famed as the “green capital”, the city is also a trailblazer for ecology and renewable energy.

The Goethe-Institut Freiburg is surrounded by a spacious garden. It is just five minutes from the railway station, the city center with the university and its dining hall, and the Stühlinger student district, where the institute’s guesthouse is located.

GOETHE-INSTITUT FREIBURG goethe.de/freiburg

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Goethe-Institut Wilhelmstr. 17 79098 Freiburg


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GOETHE-INSTITUT GÖTTINGENgoethe.de/goettingen

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Goethe-InstitutMerkelstr. 437085 Göttingen


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EXAMINATIONS

The Goethe-Institut Göttingen is an examination center. The available exams include TestDaF.

THE NOBEL LAUREATE CITY

The historical center of Göttingen, a 1000-year-old city in the heart of Germany, is a delight for visitors, with its beautiful churches, lovingly preserved half-timbered houses forming picturesque squares, and old city walls.

At Georg-August-Universität – founded in 1737 – more than 40 Nobel laureates have worked and done research in the past 100 years. Students, who make up a quarter of the city’s population, give Göttingen a youthful and easygoing atmosphere, with numerous student pubs and an exciting cultural scene.

The Goethe-Institut Göttingen is just a 10-minute walk from the old city center and the university campus.

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GOETHE-INSTITUT HAMBURG goethe.de/hamburg

CONTACT

Goethe-Institut Hühnerposten 1 20097 Hamburg


COURSES IN HAMBURG

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EXAMINATIONS

The Goethe-Institut Hamburg is an examination center. The available exams include TestDaF.

HAMBURGGATEWAY TO THE WORLD

Hamburg is Germany’s second-largest city and also has the status of one of Germany’s 16 states. Europe’s second-biggest port has earned it the nickname, “Gateway to the world”.

More than 1,800 companies engaged in foreign trade are active in the city. At the same time, Hamburg is regarded as a leading media and press center. With some 600 music clubs, publishers and produc-tion companies, Hamburg’s music and entertainment industry has the infrastructure it needs to keep the tunes coming.

The Goethe-Institut Hamburg is centrally located at the main station.

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HEIDELBERG SUMMER COURSE LOCATION goethe.de/heidelberg

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Goethe-Institut Oskar-Meixner Straße 6 68163 Mannheim


HEIDELBERGTHE ROMANTIC UNIVERSITY CITY

Heidelberg is more than just a leading tourist destination. It is also one of the world’s best-known university cities, and attracts students and researchers from all over the world.

There is always plenty to do in Heidelberg. It has a lively concert scene as well as festivals, readings, lectures, dance performances and plays. Heidelberg Castle, one of Germany’s most famous ruins, regularly hosts the Heidelberg Schlossfestspiele, an open-air theater festival.

In the narrow lanes of the old town, perfectly preserved baroque buildings are situated amid countless cafés, bars and restaurants.

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GOETHE-INSTITUT MANNHEIM goethe.de/mannheim

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Goethe-Institut Oskar-Meixner Straße 6 68163 Mannheim


COURSES IN MANNHEIM

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Intensive coursesExam preparation coursesEvening courses

EXAMINATIONS

The Goethe-Institut Mannheim is an examination center. The available exams include TestDaF.

MANNHEIMTHE CITY SQUARED

Mannheim is a lively university city and the center of the Rhine-Neckar metropolitan region, where two million people live, work and perform research. That includes 320,000 people in Mannheim itself.

The Mannheim Palace is second only to Versailles among Europe’s largest baroque castles. A unique aspect of the city is its layout, with numbered blocks reflecting classical principles of order.

The Goethe-Institut Mannheim and its guesthouse are situated on a campus across from the Hochschule Mannheim University of Applied Sciences.

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GOETHE-INSTITUT MUNICHgoethe.de/munich

CONTACT

Goethe-InstitutRablstraße 2481669 München


COURSES IN MUNICH

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EXAMINATIONS

The Goethe-Institut Munich is an examination center. The available exams include TestDaF.

MUNICHTHE GLOBAL CITY WITH A HEART

The capital of Bavaria is Germany’s third-largest city. Munich’s sights, from the famed Deutsches Museum of science and technology to Nymphenburg Castle, attract millions of tourists every year. Equally delightful is the city’s location in the Alpine foothills, amid mountains, lakes and castles.

With two elite universities, Munich has an excellent standing in the academic world. Shaping the character of today’s city are a number of key industries: cars, insurance, IT and media, trade fairs and tourism.

The Goethe-Institut Munich is situated in the Haidhausen district. The modern guesthouse in the Nymphenburg neighborhood is within very easy reach by public transportation.

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GOETHE-INSTITUT SCHWÄBISCH HALLgoethe.de/schwaebisch-hall

CONTACT

Goethe-InstitutAm Spitalbach 874523 Schwäbisch Hall


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EXAMINATIONS

The Goethe-Institut Schwäbisch Hall is an examination center. The available exams include TestDaF.

SCHWÄBISCH HALLA HISTORICAL JEWEL

Schwäbisch Hall brings history to life: The historical center of this former Free Imperial City with a 1000-year history is replete with half-timbered houses from the late Middle Ages.

Schwäbisch Hall is considered the most important regional hub between Stuttgart and Nuremberg. Key factors in the local economy of the town, which has a population of 37,000, are the insurance indus-try, mechanical engineering and trade. Kunsthalle Würth, an art gallery designed by the Danish architect Henning Larsen, has a reputation extending far beyond this region.

The Goethe-Institut Schwäbisch Hall is conveniently located in the city center. It is housed in a spacious historical building with modern rooms and facilities.

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VIENNA SUMMER COURSE LOCATION goethe.de/vienna

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Goethe-Institut Goethestrasse 20 80336 Munich


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VIENNATHE CITY OF MUSIC

The Austrian capital is at the heart of Europe. Of the city’s 1.8 million inhabitants, more than 170,000 are students. This makes it one of the most important centers of higher learning in the German-speaking world.

Culture is everywhere in Vienna. The historic city center has been designated a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site. It features splen-did architecture such as St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the Burgtheater and the Hofburg, with the Spanish Riding School and the National Library. Vienna is also a leading center for music. Along with its renowned traditional coffee houses, the city boasts a vibrant club scene, a wealth of live music venues, and many trendy bars.

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62 INTENSIVE 2 – LANGUAGE AND CULTURE

64 HEIDELBERG SUMMER COURSE

66 GERMAN 50 PLUS

68 SUPERINTENSIVE 2

70 TESTDAF AND C2 EXAM PREPARATION

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INTENSIVE 8

approx. 8 weeks, 32 course days

160 UI* in total, approx. 25 UI* per week

max. class size: 16

You learn in a group for approximately eight weeks. There are four possible starting dates per year in Freiburg and six in Berlin.

This will enable you to develop your language skills and combine any number of courses to create a systematic language-learning program. At the start of your course we will ask you about your individual learning goals and follow up with ongoing support during the learning process. This results in tight integration of the classroom lessons, self-study activities and practice. At all levels you also have the option of taking one of our examinations, which are recognized around the world.

The Intensive 8 courses are based on the Common European Framework for Languages, and each course builds on the content of the previous one.

SERVICES intensive language training from Monday to Friday all levels placement test before the beginning of the course ongoing evaluation of progress and systematic advice on your individual learning path participation certificate opportunity to take an examination at the end of the course all course materials included individual learning in the media resource center extensive cultural and leisure program

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80 UI* in total, approx. 25 UI* per week

max. class size: 16

You’ll learn in a group for approx. four weeks, either in a morning or afternoon course, depending on the institute you choose and the course level. There are 12 possible starting dates distributed evenly throughout the year.

This will enable you to develop your language skills and combine any number of courses to create a systematic language-learning program. At the start of your course we will ask you about your individual learning goals and follow up with ongoing support during the learning process. This results in tight integration of the classroom lessons, self-study activities and practice. At all levels you also have the option of taking one of our examinations, which are recognized around the world.

The Intensive 4 courses are based on the Common European Framework for Languages, and each course builds on the content of the previous one.

SERVICES intensive language training from Monday to Friday all levels placement test before the beginning of the course ongoing evaluation of progress and systematic advice on your individual learning path participation certificate opportunity to take an examination at the end of the course all course materials included individual learning in the media resource center extensive cultural and leisure program

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4 weeks, 20 course days

80 UI* in total,20 UI* per weekplus 32-hour practice program, 8 hours per week

max. class size: 10

In the Intensive 4 Plus courses you will receive intensive group instruction in German in the morning. In the afternoon you will then practice the new material in a practice program prepared by your teachers. This will include vocabulary, structures and contents from the morning sessions involving a variety of approaches such as multi-media resources and creative activities. You may also be sent out into the town with special language assignments or just work on your own personal learning objectives. You will have the direct support of an experienced teacher who will provide practical learning tips and corrections.

The Intensive 4 Plus courses are based on the Common European Framework for Languages, and each course builds on the content of the previous one.

SERVICES intensive language training from Monday to Friday, with lessons in a small group in the morning and the practice program (all classes) in the afternoon all levels placement test before the beginning of the course ongoing evaluation of progress and systematic advice on your individual learning path participation certificate opportunity to take an examination at the end of the course all course materials included individual learning in the media resource center selected cultural and leisure program

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approx. 2 weeks, 9 course days

45 UI* in total,approx. 25 UI* per week

max. class size: 16

For participants who only have two weeks and want to activate their German language skills. You will take part in an Intensive 4 course for two weeks. At the start of your course we will ask you about your individual learning goals and follow up with ongoing support during the learning process. This results in tight integration of the classroom lessons, self-study activities and language practice.

If you would like to continue learning at a later date at the level you reached in this course, please get in touch with us. We’ll be happy to advise you.

SERVICES intensive language training from Monday to Friday all levels placement test before the beginning of the course participation certificate exam opportunity on request all course materials included individual learning in the media resource center extensive cultural and leisure program

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max. class size: 16

Activate your German skills. With our open course program, we can take into account your personal language-learning interests. Our attractive cultural and leisure program will give you the opportunity to learn German while really getting to know Germany. The course includes a daytrip on the weekend.

SERVICES intensive language training from Monday to Friday courses at various levels placement test before the beginning of the course exam opportunity on request participation certificate all course materials included individual learning in the media resource center* special cultural and leisure program designed to complement the language course one day trip included

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HEIDELBERG SUMMER COURSE

2 weeks,9 course days

40 UI* in total, 20 UI* per week

max. class size: 12

Our Heidelberg Summer Course will sweep you away to one of Germany’s most beautiful cities. In this course you’ll combine an intensive German course in the mornings with an extracurricular and cultural program offering lots of variety. Guided excursions to the Neckar valley, Rothenburg or Würzburg, daytrips to the Pfalz region, the Imperial Cathedral in Speyer and the excellent vineyards of the region are included. The course takes place in the fully equipped conference rooms of the Chester Convention Center.

In the immediately adjacent four-star Chester Hotel, we have reserved a double room for individual use for you with breakfast. Enrollment is handled through the Goethe-Institut Mannheim.

SERVICES intensive language training from Monday to Friday additional conversation options courses on levels A2 to C1 placement test before the beginning of the course participation certifi cate all course materials included special cultural and leisure program designed to complement the language course two day excursions, e.g. Rothenburg, Würzburg, Neckar Valley In addition, many accompanied outings in the surrounding area.

comfortable double rooms for single use in the 4* Hotel Chester, including breakfast

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Combine your language-learning holiday with a trip to Schwäbisch Hall, an enchant-ing city with a medieval feel in one of Germany’s most beautiful regions. In the company of course participants from all over the world, you’ll get to know Germany and its people while experiencing the many facets of this country. When planning the course, we take into account your requests for special topics and include your learn-ing objectives.

This course is designed for participants in and around the 50+ age bracket. The lessons take place in the morning. In the afternoon you’ll meet for various activities such as walks with the group, hikes, tours and museum visits. Of course you’ll have the opportunity to make your own plans as well. In the evenings we’ll arrange vari-ous activities such as attending the theater or concerts, movie nights, wine tastings and get-togethers with Germans. On the weekend we’ll go on a daytrip with you.

SERVICES intensive language training from Monday to Friday courses on levels A2 to C2 placement test before the beginning of the course participation certificate all course materials included individual learning in the media resource center special cultural and leisure program designed to complement the language course one day trip included

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Our small-group SuperIntensive 2 program offers all-day language training at a high level of learning intensity and efficiency. The Superintensive courses will get you to your language-learning goals very quickly. With the daily practice opportunities you’ll be expressing yourself better in German within a short time.

You will be part of an active, highly motivated group with an average of six and a maximum of 10 participants. The lessons are geared towards real-world usability and reflect important intercultural aspects of communication.

We have integrated phases of individual learning and practice into the course program, with your personal learning process supported by our experienced teaching teams.

SERVICES Superintensive language training from Monday to Friday (mornings and afternoons) courses at various levels placement test before the beginning of the course ongoing evaluation of progress and systematic advice on your individual learning path participation certificate opportunity to take an examination at the end of the course all course materials included individual learning in the media resource center selected cultural and leisure program

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EXAM PREPARATIONCOURSESTESTDAF AND C2 EXAM PREPARATION

For advanced learners who wish to prepare for a Goethe-Zertifi kat exam and already have language skills at the desired exam level.

Learners will get to know the examination structure on the basis of examples and simulations of the various sections while practicing techniques/strategies.

At the institute, you will learn in modern, well-equipped classrooms and will have full access to a media resource center, including an extensive collection of DaF practice materials.

EXAM PRACTICE

Are you planning to attend college or university in Germany? First you will have to provide proof of German language skills. In our preparation courses you will receive instruction from specialized teachers as well as individual advice and support. You’ll become familiar with the TestDaF or Goethe-Zertifi kat C2 exam, practice the question types in all sections of the exam, and improve your language skills.

Our well-equipped media resource center offers a wide selection of additional practice materials for individual study.

SERVICES intensive language training from Monday to Friday course is at the B2/C1 or C2 level placement test participation certifi cate ongoing evaluation of progress and systematic advice on your individual learning path

exam opportunity all course materials included individual learning in the media resource center extensive cultural and leisure program

TESTDAF EXAM PREPARATIONGOETHE-ZERTIFIKAT C2 EXAM PREPARATION

approx. 4 weeks,16 course days

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max. class size: 16


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OTHER PROGRAMS

Information on other courses and programs is available on the relevant Goethe-Institut websites.

The German in the evening courses are based on the Common European Framework for Languages, and each course builds on the content of the previous one.

Services intensive language training all levels placement test ongoing evaluation of progress and systematic advice on your individual learning path

participation certifi cate exam opportunity all course materials included individual learning in the media resource center

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Children and teens from all over the world spend their summer holidays together and improve their German skills through activities that feel more like play than school.

The supervised extracurricular program has lots of variety and includes plenty of sports and group activities.

SERVICES three weeks, 90 UI, 30 UI per week* language training from Monday to Friday (mornings and on some afternoons)

courses on levels A2 to C1 placement test all course materials included exam opportunity participation certifi cate extensive program of cultural, sports and leisure activities free internet access medical/accident insurance included accommodation in a guesthouse or boarding school full board – all meals included supervision and care

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Tel.: +49 89 15921-200 Fax: +49 89 15921–202 Email: [email protected] goethe.de/germany

BANK DETAILSCommerzbank BLZ: 700 800 00, account no.: 316 006 300 SWIFT-Code/BIC: DRES DE FF 700 IBAN: DE 79 7008 0000 0316 0063 00 Mailing address: Commerzbank, Promenadeplatz, 80273 Munich

ACCOMMODATIONWe will be happy to arrange for your accommodation in one of our apartments or guesthouses or in a homestay arrangement. For prices and other information on accommodation, please refer to the websites of the various institutes in Germany. goethe.de/accommodation Please note: You cannot check into the accommodation arranged by the Goethe-Institut until your arrival date.

As a rule, a deposit must be paid for the rooms on the arrival date.

MEDICAL INSURANCEYour health is important to us. We therefore strongly advise you to take out health insurance for the duration of your language-learning stay in Germany. Please check in any case to ensure that your own health insurance provides adequate coverage.Incidentally: As soon as you have enrolled for your German course, you can take out a special insurance policy online with our insurance partner, Klemmer-Assekuranz (currently approx. €1,40 per day): goethe-travelinsurance.deThis insurance coverage meets the German regulatory standards (for example when applying for a visa).

ONLINE REGISTRATIONYou can register online at goethe.de/enrolment-germany You can also check for available space on the course you wish to select.

CONTACTGoethe-Institute in Deutschland Kundenmanagement Goethestr. 20 80336 München, Deutschland

Office hours: (Central European Time) Mon. – Thurs. 8:00 – 17:00 Friday 8:00 – 15:00

VISA INFORMATIONIf your country is subject to visa requirements, please enrol at least four months before the start of the course. Information on visa requirements and conditions for entering and staying in Germany is available on our website. You can apply for a visa online at: auswaertiges-amt.de/visum

TERMS OF PAYMENTFor information on terms of payment, please refer to our website or Item 3 in our Terms and Conditions.

Credit card payment: Online payments by credit card can be made directly in our Webshop, or when you receive the invoice.

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QUESTIONS, SUGGESTIONS, COMMENTS?We endeavor to meet the highest quality standards at all times to ensure that your stay with us is a complete success. However, our staff at your course location will be very happy to help if any problems or concerns arise.

If you have further questions or suggestions, please do not hesitate to contact our central Customer Management Offi ce: Goethe-Institute in Deutschland, Goethestr. 20, 80336 München, Deutschland, email: [email protected]

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CONTACTCustomer Telephone: +49 89 15921-200 Management Fax: +49 89 15921–202 Goethestr. 20 [email protected] 80336 Munich Germany

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