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Overview
The German Language and Culture - Intensive German Language Beginner A1 course offered at Freie Universität Berlin focuses on encounters with various written, spoken and audio-visual texts and exchanges with other course participants. You will develop basic competencies in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, and an understanding of German culture while being enabled to learn reflectively and strategically.
Key facts:
The course addresses cultural, political, and historical aspects of the city of Berlin and the German-speaking countries, which you will analyze and compare with your own background and experiences. At the end of the course, you will be able to
- deal with a range of everyday situations (in a German-speaking environment) and engage in simple conversations.
- use reading strategies to understand the main features of short newspaper articles and literary texts.
- write short texts and revise and correct them independently.
- understand the main features of conversations and lectures dealing with familiar topics.
Housing:
Wheelchair-accessible housing is available upon request. Please see our website for a full description of the furnished single-occupancy studio apartment and note that the registration deadline for this housing option is one month before the regular registration deadline!
About FUBiS
The Freie Universität Berlin International Summer and Winter University (FUBiS) is an intensive, academic program through which students can earn credits that may be counted towards their degrees at their home institutions. FUBiS sessions run for three to six weeks and take place both in summer and winter.
Courses
Students can choose between subject courses (mostly taught in English) and German language and culture courses. The 50+ subject courses are offered within the fields of Architecture, Art History, Politics, Law, History, Media Studies, Economics, Sustainability, Literature, Philosophy, Film, and Music. German language and culture courses are available for up to five different levels of proficiency.
Field Trips
Field trips are an integral part of all our courses. In addition, FUBiS offers excursions such as to the Berlin Reichstag building (seat of the German Parliament) and a guided tour through the underworlds of Berlin, or a day trip to Potsdam.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Monday through Friday are lessons. On four class days during the term you will go on a course related excursion.
- We expect committed and consistent interest in the acquisition of the German language. You will prove this by participating constructively and productively in the lessons and excursions, completing homework assignments and being prepared for every class. Every student is expected to respect the ideas and comments of his/her peers.
Audience
Student Testimonials
- "I've had a great experience here and would definitely recommend FUBiS to anyone looking to study abroad."
- "The teaching quality was excellent! I am very glad that I came to this course."
- "Am appreciative for the FUBiS staffs for taking quick actions and responses to any needs from the students.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 42 days
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Language
English
Credits
12 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Berlin, Germany
Disciplines
Area & Cultural Studies Language Studies View 14 other Short Courses in Area & Cultural Studies in GermanyWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
This course is designed for the beginner students with no previous knowledge of German. This course is intensive and is intended for dedicated, highly self-motivated students who will take responsibility for their learning.
Required language skills
Students should be able to speak and read English at the upper intermediate level (B2) or higher. No prior knowledge is required but the willingness to think beyond the usual framings on migration.
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Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents2675 EUR / full≈ 2675 EUR / full -
EU/EEA Applies to you
Applies to youEU/EEA Nationals2675 EUR / full≈ 2675 EUR / full
Additional Details
Early registration discount: - € 50
Living costs
Berlin
Germany
836 - 1340 EUR / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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