- At the Humboldt-Institut a total beginner with no previous German skills can usually successfully complete the TestDaF exam in as little as 8 months. - The Humboldt-Institut is the only institution in Germany that goes beyond the six internationally standardized language levels of the Common European Framework of Reference, as it offers a proficiency level of 5 weeks duration on top of the 10,5 months of language instruction at the A1, A2, B1, B2, C1 and C2 levels. - No other school is faster and more efficient in preparing students for internationally recognized language certification such as the “TestDaF“ exam or the “telc Deutsch B1” test (“Zertifikat Deutsch”).
Humboldt-Institut BerlinAbout the
The Humboldt-Institut offers intensive German language courses for juniors, teenagers and adults in 18 different course centers in Germany. The Humboldt Institut is a nonprofit organization for German as a foreign language, already welcomed more than 40,000 students from more than 160 countries in Germany to study in one of 18 German course centers. The easiest way to master a foreign language is to attend a language course in the motherland country. The Humboldt Institutes have developed several unique methods to guarantee their students a rapid and lasting learning.
Focus of study: The intensive German courses comprise 30 lessons per week. The lessons cover all areas of German language.
Curriculum: Reading, writing, listening, grammar and expression are all covered. This very effective course covers all areas of language acquisition. The classes usually consist of 5-10 students. With such a small size the school makes sure that individual attention is given to every single course participant.
Class hours: The intensive German courses comprise 30 lessons per week. School days are Monday to Friday.
Focus of study: The intensive German courses comprise 30 lessons per week. The lessons cover all areas of German language.
Curriculum: Reading, writing, listening, grammar and expression are all covered. This very effective course covers all areas of language acquisition. The classes usually consist of 5-10 students. With such a small size the school makes sure that individual attention is given to every single course participant.
Class hours: The intensive German courses comprise 30 lessons per week. School days are Monday to Friday.
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Fees
School's Admin fee
Tuition
1 ~ 9 Week
10 ~ 52 Week
Week
Week
Week
(EURO)€ 370 / Week
(EURO)€ 330 / Week
Week
Week
Week
Week
Week
Housing Placement
Accommodation Fee
Terms
Homestay
On-Campus Dorm/residence
Off-Campus residence
Weekly
(EURO)€ 250
(EURO)€ 295
Airport Pickup
(EURO)€ 25
Other Charges
Remarks / Other Information
* Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
*Accommodation includes meals as well.
Location
Accommodation
The course participants are accommodated on campus in single and twin rooms, all with shower and WC. 3 main meals are provided and a fruit basket is available during the day.
Surrounding Area
With its over 3.5 million inhabitants, the city of Berlin is a fantastic program site, and notjust for adults – it also offers much for teens, with the Brandendenburg Gate, the remains of the Berlin Wall and the world-famous Reichstag all serving as witnesses to Germany’s history. The students can enjoy the flair of the capital, a visit to the Zoo Berlin – home to the greatest variety of species – or by taking a leisurely stroll through the city. The fascinating blend of cultures, the wealth of museums, some of the world’s most modern architecture and outstanding cultural events all justify Berlin’s reputation as a metropolis of superlatives and guarantee an unforgettable summer for program participants.
Facilities
The Humboldt-Institut is housed in a modern building complex on the edge of a magnificent park. Providing space where up to 300 students from all over the world can live and study makes Bad Schussenried Germany’s largest boarding school for studying German as a foreign language. The school’s rooms meet the highest standards, as does its incredible infrastructure: in addition to pursuing traditional athletic and recreational activities, students can also take advantage of a large indoor swimming pool, indoor tennis facility and a climbing wall.
Activity
Program participants can enjoy the flair of the capital with a boat ride on the Spree, a visit to the Berlin Zoo, home to the greatest variety of species of any zoo on earth, or by simply and leisurely taking a stroll through the city.
Getting to school from the airport
One aspect of our comprehensive services refers to the arrival transfer. Arrival to all of the courses is on the Sunday before the course starts. The day of departure is the Saturday after the last course lessons. On the enrollment form, students can opt for a transfer service from their individual airport or train station of arrival. The staff will pick them up; there is a fee to cover the cost of the airport service, yet the pick-up from the closest railway station is always free of charge. Fees will be doubled for transfers on other days than the official days of arrival and departure. Please note that this service might be shared with other students. In order to organize transfer the school staff do need students' arrival time and details no later than 7 days before arrival. Longer waits may result foranyone who is late in submitting his/her information. Additionally a late booking fee is charged. The school will also transfer students who want to continue at another Humboldt center to their new location. A fee is charged for this service.
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