International Programmes 2023/2024

German Intensive Language Course German Intensive Language Course

Leipzig University • Leipzig

Course location
Leipzig
Teaching language
  • German
Language level of course
  • German: A1, A2, B1, B2, C1
Date(s)
  • 1 April - 31 May 2024 (Registration deadline of course provider: 4 March 2024)
  • 3 June - 31 July 2024 (Registration deadline of course provider: 6 May 2024)
  • 1 August - 30 September 2024 (Registration deadline of course provider: 4 July 2024)
Mode of study
Less than 50% online
Phase(s) of attendance in Germany (applies to the entire course)
Yes, compulsory
Pace of course
Mixed (e.g. fixed exam dates and duration, study content can be studied at any time)
Target group

Our intensive language courses are ideal for international students and prospective students who want to learn German effectively within in a rather short time frame and who need an approved certificate for their course of study or job.

Description/content

Our intensive language courses combine diverse and goal-oriented language training with insight into German culture and everyday life in Germany. Course participants at each level will receive a fixed number (200 hours) of language instruction. The courses end with a final test.

We teach levels A1, A2, B1, B2, and C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR):

  • Course duration per level: approx. two months
  • Online placement test prior to course begin
  • 200 teaching units of 45 minutes per day for each level
  • Daily face-to-face lessons, plus additional self-directed learning via an online platform
  • Pre-study activities and learning techniques
  • Teaching and learning materials included
  • Preparation for certified qualifications:
    • the telc examinations A1, A2, B1, B2, and C1 Hochschule
    • the DSH at the Studienkolleg Sachsen of Leipzig University as a prerequisite for studying in Germany

Learning German

  • Listening and reading comprehension training
  • Speaking and writing training
  • Vocabulary and grammar work
  • Training in phonetics
  • Test training

Getting to know Germany

  • Guided tour in Leipzig
  • Cultural offers or one full-day excursion, e.g. to Dresden, Weimar, or to Saxon-Switzerland
Current information

Our hygiene concept that is always up to date is ensured through

  • cooperation with local authorities
  • following legal regulations
  • constant adaptation to the current requirements

If necessary (e.g. in case of a pandemic), learning can take place completely online: classes then consist of live video conferencing and asynchronous independent study phases.

Recognised language exams offered (e.g. DSH, TestDaF, TOEFL)
No
Other degrees / qualifications awarded
Certificate of participation
Types of online learning elements
  • Flipped Classroom
  • Message Boards
  • Mobile learning apps
  • Online study material provided by institution
Online learning element is part of a study programme
Yes
Average number of hours per week
25
Average number of participants per group/course
15
Dates and costs
  • 1 April - 31 May 2024 (Registration deadline of course provider: 4 March 2024), costs: EUR 1,680
  • 3 June - 31 July 2024 (Registration deadline of course provider: 6 May 2024), costs: EUR 1,680
  • 1 August - 30 September 2024 (Registration deadline of course provider: 4 July 2024), costs: EUR 1,680
This price includes
  • Course fees
  • Accompanying programme
Teaching language
  • German
Language level of course
  • German: A1, A2, B1, B2, C1
Language requirements

German: beginners to advanced, absolute beginners are welcome

Technical equipment and programmes

Requirements for successful learning:

  • In order to learn successfully, it is essential that you regularly attend the face-to-face classes AND study independently on the online platform.
  • You will need a laptop and internet access to learn independently on the online platform.
Submit application to

If you would like to participate in the language programme at Leipzig University, please send the registration form to interDaF by mail or as an e-mail attachment:

interDaF am Herder-Institut
Lumumbastraße 4
04105 Leipzig

E-mail: interdaf@uni-leipzig.de

Is accommodation organised?
The organiser helps participants look for accommodation.
Meals

Our course participants can eat at the student cafeteria "Mensa am Park", which is part of the campus of Leipzig University in the city centre.

Close to our institute as well as in the nearby city centre, you will also find a wide variety of cafés, restaurants, and pubs.

Moreover, there are small kitchens in the dormitories, which will allow you to prepare meals on your own.

Is a social and leisure programme offered?
Yes
Description of social and leisure programme

Activities covered by course fee:

  • One full-day excursion, e.g. to Weimar
  • Welcome dinner and farewell party
  • Selected entertainment such as a concert or a boat trip
  • Visits to museums as well as historical and modern sites, e.g. guided tour of the "Zeitgeschichtliches Forum" (Forum of Contemporary History)

Additional activities are available for an extra fee, e.g. excursion to Dresden.

Of course, you may also get advice from us about planning your own excursions or activities.

Free internet access
Yes
Support in visa matters
Yes
Pick-up service from train station/airport
No

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