With over 45 years experience as an international language provider, teaching German as a foreign language has always had an important focus in the work of Carl Duisberg Centren. The German Language Courses are offered in Berlin, Cologne, Munich and Radolfzell on Lake Constance. At the Carl Duisberg Training Centers students will be taught by experienced trainers, who all have a university degree. In lessons great emphasis is put on training communication skills. The learning progress is measured according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. Prior to the start of the course students' actual language ability will be assessed by a placement test. On course completion they will receive an official certificate of attendance. At various stages of the course program, students can have their improvement documented by taking the internationally recognized telc examinations. Naturally, at the four Carl Duisberg Training Centers, a media resource center with a multitude of teaching materials is available. This also includes computer learning programs for self study. Students will receive all books and materials used in the lessons free of charge which can then be kept at the end of the course. Additionally, there are no extra costs for registration, placement test and weekly interim tests. For those who decide to learn a foreign language in the country where it is spoken, they will also get to know the culture, customs and ways of its inhabitants. The same applies to the language course in Germany.

 

- Private Accommodation

Participants live with German homestay families (individuals/couples, with or without children) or in shared accommodation. Amenities include a fully furnished single room, often with television and Internet access. The bathroom and kitchen are shared spaces. We arrange group accommodation so that course participants do not all speak the same native language. Homestay family residents may choose to include breakfast or half board (breakfast and dinner).

Services

Single room, often with TV and Internet access

Breakfast or half board (breakfast and dinner), if desired

Shared use of bathroom and kitchen

Bed linen and towels

Weekly cleaning

Travel time to Carl Duisberg Training Center: 15-45 minutes with public transport

- Residence

Our residences have a unique, international atmosphere. Students stay in simple, functional single or twin rooms and share a bathroom (shower/toilet) and kitchen with other residents.

Services

Single room with shared use of bathroom/toilet and kitchen

Bed linen is provided

Self-catering

Wi-Fi

Distance to CDC: maximum of 50 minute travel time with public transportation

- Apartment

We have fully furnished apartments in the Berlin-Mitte district for those seeking more privacy and independence. Apartments include a room, kitchen and bathroom for your exclusive use.

Services

Furnished one-room or two-room apartment (for one or two people)

Kitchen and bathroom

Fresh bed linen and towels

Distance to CDC: approx 15 – 20 minutes travel time with public transportation

- Hotel

We would be happy to reserve a hotel room for you upon request. Prices vary according to location, category and season. Please feel free to contact us for more information.

The nationality and age mix at Carl Duisberg Centren varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Carl Duisberg Centren teaches students from all over the world, including:

Spain 15%, Italy 10%, Turkey 11%, USA 8%, Russia 5%, Japan 6%, Ukraine 6%, South Korea 5%, Switzerland 4%, France 4%, Serbia 4%, United Kingdom 2%, Other 20%