Our school in Freiburg offers optimal conditions for study German: small groups (3 - 12 participants) in 8 well-lit, spacious classrooms encompassing 500 square metres. All courses are taught in the "communicatve method". The purpose of this is to enable the students to become fluent in oral and written communication and understanding. We work with the principle of "one language", which means that during classes German, or the relevant foreign language, is spoken exclusively.

The classes consist of a balanced mixture of communication exercises, vocabulary and the application of idiomatic language use as well as grammar. We consider grammar only as a means to an end, not as the essence of learning a language. Besides the proved textbooks we also use authentic texts from literature and the media which have relevance to daily life (culture, politics, land, people etc).

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We offer the following German courses in Freiburg:

>> Course 20h
20 lessons per week
Combine intensive language study with the benefits of actually staying in the country, getting to know its people and culture while practising the language in day-to-day life.
These courses are suitable for language students who are planning a long stay and who wish to explore one or more course levels consecutively. They can also be taken in preparation for one of the German exams listed below.
Instruction includes 4 lessons daily, altogether 20 lessons per week. One course level lasts 12 weeks and is bookable only as a complete unit.
The maximum number of participants in these courses is 12. Courses start every Monday and bookings within one week of the starting date are possible.

>> Intensive course preparation DSH/TestDaF
20 lessons per week

We regularly offer special DSH Preparation Courses as supplements to our Intensive Courses. These are intended for students who wish to take up studies at a German university. In these courses, the contents of the German university entrance exam are practised in intensive training.

>> Course 20+5h
20 group lessons per week + 5 private lessons are a combination that allow students to pursue their special interests while also working on their individual language problems in private lessons. Moreover, these students will of course also enjoy all the other benefits of private lessons listed below.

>> Course 20+10h
30 lessons per week: 20 group lessons per week + 10 private lessons.

>> Evening Courses in Freiburg
4 lessons per week
Evening Courses are for all those who only have time for language lessons in the evening because of other commitments. Evening Courses are offered weekly over ten weeks on two evenings per week (two lessons per evening).

>> Summer Courses for adults
There are, as in our German Intensive course, 20 class units per week in groups of 12 Students of all ages.
The regular Recreational programme, which has something on offer for all age groups, usually has on offer at least two activities per week and two group outings per month. Transport and enty fees are not included. It is possible to make a booking which includes acommodation and food.

>> Summer Courses for children & teenager
Our summer language courses are designed for children and youths from 10 – 17 years old, comprising language instruction, accommodation with full board, a leisure activity programme and personal care and attention.

Instruction procee ds according to the "communicative method". Teaching is entirely in German. The goal is to become capable of oral and written expression and understanding of German.

>> Summer courses for children and teenagers in Freiburg

>> German and Work Experience in Freiburg
Our programme German and Work Experience is aimed at school leavers, students, university graduates and at everybody who wants to gain experience in her / his professional field abroad.
We arrange placements in renowned companies in our region. Generally we are able to offer placements in all different fields. For your preparation we offer German language courses.

Why go to Germany for Practical Training?
A practical training abroad can have a great influence on your personal and professional development. Besides widening your professional horizon, you will get to know a foreign culture both at your working place and in everyday life. Nowadays a stay abroad is often an important condition for a successful application.
You can actively improve your language skills in an everyday situation at your working place. Practical experience in a foreign country gives evidence of flexibility, open-mindedness and courage to get involved in something new.

Characteristic Fields of Work

- Tourism – Hotels and Restaurants
As Freiburg attracts people from all over the world, it provides a good touristic infrastructure.
- Education and Scientific Research
Besides our universities, there are renowned institutions of research such as the Max-Planck-Institut and the Fraunhoferinstitut.
- Environmental Economics and Solar Energy
Freiburg is the solar capital of Germany. There are many environmental institutions working closely together with the local economy.
- Biotechnology, Energy, Measure and Steering Technology
Because of its central situation in the midst of important European markets, Freiburg offers a good site for developments in technical and scientific fields.
- Ecological Viticulture and Agriculture
The area of the Rhine and the Black Forest still have a significant agricultural character.

Package of Offer
Arrangement of placement and accommodation, security of third party liability, language course, looking after and monitoring before and during the practical training. Before you start your practical training, you should have good or very good German language skills at your disposal. The duration of the language course depends on your German language skills.

  * No or little: 24 weeks intensive course
  * Basic: 12-24 weeks intensive course
  * Medium or good: 8-12 weeks intensive course
  * Good: 4-8 weeks intensive course
  * Very good: 2-4 weeks intensive course

Entry conditions and fees for placement and support:
- Minimum age: 18 years
- An informal letter to name wanted field of work, precise period of time and your motivation.

The following descriptions of the various course levels will assist you in judging your own level of ability. You are asked to indicate your level on the enrolment form. On the first day of the course you will be given a placement test, the results of which will be discussed with you in detail. It is still possible to change courses at a later stage, if necessary. Intermediate levels such as A/B, B/C, ... are also possible.

Level A (Beginners):
This course is designed for absolute beginners. Basic vocabulary and grammar structures are taught which should enable you after a short time to cope with everyday German life and to react in important situations.

Level B (Advanced I):
This course is for students with some previous knowledge of the German language. The student's vocabulary is extended so that he or she can master everyday situations. The important indicative tenses are also dealt with.

Level C (Advanced II):
Students should have a good knowledge of the German language. In grammar the indicative tenses are revised and the most important forms of the subjunctive are dealt with. The emphasis is on being able to express oneself fluently.

Level D (Perfection Course):
This course is intended for those who would like to perfect their use of German and revise the finer points of grammar. They learn to express themselves at a elevated level and at the same time to understand and use a large number of the countless idioms, including local ones.

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