2016 LEARNING GERMAN IN BERLIN Sprache. Kultur. Deutschland.
INTENSIVE COURSES INTENSIVE 4 Approx. four weeks, 17 days of lessons 85 UI (approx. 25 UI per week) max. class size: 16 1,095 / 1,225 04.01. 30.01. 01.02. 26.02. 29.02. 25.03. 29.03. 23.04. 25.04. 22.05. 23.05. 18.06. 04.07. 30.07. 01.08. 26.08. 29.08. 24.09. 26.09. 21.10. 24.10. 19.11. 21.11. 16.12. The dates indicate the arrival and departure dates. There are no lessons on those dates. Lesson times Monday Friday, 1:15 5:45 p.m. You ll learn in a group for approx. four weeks, either in a morning or afternoon course, depending on the institute you choose and the course level. There are 12 possible starting dates spread over the entire year. This will enable you to develop your language skills and combine any number of courses to create a systematic language-learning program. At the start of your course we will ask you about your individual learning goals and follow up with ongoing support during the learning process. This results in tight integration of the classroom lessons, self-study activities and practice. At all levels you also have the option of taking one of our examinations, which are recognized around the world. Services intensive language training from Monday to Friday all levels placement test before the beginning of the course ongoing evaluation of progress and systematic advice on your individual learning path participation certificate opportunity to take an examination at the end of the course all course materials self-directed learning in the media resource center extensive cultural and leisure program UI = 45-minute unit of instruction 2
INTENSIVE COURSES INTENSIVE 8 Approx. eight weeks, at least 34 days of lessons 04.01. 26.02. 29.02. 23.04. 170 UI (25 UI per week) 25.04. 18.06. 04.07. 26.08. max. class size: 16 29.08. 21.10. 2,190 / 2,450 24.10. 16.12. The dates indicate the arrival and departure dates. There are no lessons on those dates. Lesson times Monday Thursday, 8:30 a.m. 1:00 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m. 12 noon Course description otherwise the same as Intensive 4 (see page 2). VARIO Can be booked for five days of lessons or longer Approx. 25 UI per week 5 UI per day max. class size: 16 79 per course day If your schedule does not permit attendance for an entire course, you may join an ongoing Intensive 4 or Intensive 8 course that matches your level. The minimum booking is for five days of classroom instruction, starting any week. Beginners can join only at the start of courses. For more information, please contact the institute. 3
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INTENSIVE COURSES INTENSIVE 2 LANGUAGE AND CULTURE Two weeks, 10 days of lessons 20.06. 02.07. 04.07. 16.07. 50 UI (25 UI per week) 18.07. 30.07. 01.08. 13.08. max. class size: 16 15.08. 27.08. 795 The dates indicate the arrival and departure dates. There are no lessons on those dates. Lesson times Tuesday Saturday / Monday Friday, 8:30 a.m. 1:00 p.m. 1 Activate your German skills. With our open course program we can take into account your personal language-learning interests. Our attractive cultural and leisure-time program will give you the opportunity to learn German while really getting to know Germany. The course includes a daytrip on the weekend. Come with us and explore historical Berlin and today s modern city: on the Berlin Wall walking tour along the former border, on the street art tour of the city s facades, and on a journey of discovery on the Museum Island. On day trips you ll get to know the surrounding region of Berlin, for example Postdam. Included with course fee / Notes intensive language training all levels placement test before the beginning of the course participation certificate exam opportunity on request all course materials self-directed and supported learning in the media resource center special cultural and leisure program designed to complement the language course one day trip UI = 45-minute unit of instruction 1 Saturday lessons on June 25, July 9, July 23, Aug. 6, Aug. 20 5
EVENING COURSES GERMAN IN THE EVENING Approx. eight weeks*, 24 evenings 04.01. 25.02. 29.02. 21.04. 80 UI (10 UI per week) 25.04. 16.06. 04.07. 25.08. max. class size: 16 29.08. 20.10. 656 24.10. 15.12. Lesson times Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:15 9:00 p.m. Are you living in Germany and interested in improving your German? Our German in the evening courses offer you efficient language training with plenty of variety as well as qualified level placement and advice. In communicative lessons geared to the target group, you will get practice in all of the skills: reading, listening, writing and speaking. There is a strong focus on the language skills needed for real-world situations. At the institute, you will learn in modern, well-equipped classrooms and will have full access to a media resource center, including an extensive collection of practice materials. The German in the evening courses are based on the Common European Framework for Languages, and each course builds on the content of the previous one. Services intensive language training all levels placement test participation certificate opportunity to take an exam all course materials individual learning in the media resource center * Flexible bookings available (as of four weeks) provided space is available UI = 45-minute unit of instruction 6
EVENING COURSES EVENING COURSE A2 EVENING COURSE B1 EVENING COURSE B2 Approx. twelve weeks*, 24 evenings 05.01. 24.03. 29.03. 16.06. 80 UI (6,6 UI per week) 27.09. 15.12. max. class size: 16 656 Lesson times Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:15 9:00 p.m. Are you living in Germany and interested in improving your German? Our evening German courses offer you efficient language training with plenty of variety as well as qualified level placement and advice. In communicative lessons geared to the target group, you will get practice in all of the skills: reading, listening, writing and speaking. There is a strong focus on the language skills needed for real-world situations. At the institute, you will learn in modern, well-equipped classrooms and will have full access to a media resource center, including an extensive collection of practice materials. Services intensive language training courses at level A2, B1 or B2 placement test participation certificate opportunity to take an exam all course materials individual learning in the media resource center 7
EVENING COURSES CONVERSATION A2/B1 CONVERSATION B2/C1 Approx. eight weeks*, eight evenings 06.01. 24.02. 02.03. 20.04. 16 UI (2 UI per week) 27.04. 15.06. 06.07. 24.08. max. class size: 16 31.08. 19.10. 170 26.10. 14.12. Lesson times Wednesdays, 6:15 7:45 p.m. The objective is to improve communication skills by using vocabulary and structures in conversations on Germany and its people, including culture, society, politics and general topics At the institute, you will learn in modern, well-equipped classrooms and will have full access to a media resource center, including an extensive collection of practice materials. Services courses at levels A2/B1 or at levels B2/C1 placement test participation certificate opportunity to take an exam all course materials individual learning in the media resource center * Flexible bookings also available UI = 45-minute unit of instruction 8
EVENING COURSES GRAMMAR AND WRITING C1 GRAMMAR AND WRITING C2 Approx. eight weeks*, 15 evenings 07.01. 25.02. 03.03. 21.04. 45 UI (6 UI per week) 28.04. 16.06. 07.07. 25.08. max. class size: 16 01.09. 20.10. 477 27.10. 15.12. Lesson times Mondays and Thursdays, 6:15 8:45 p.m. These courses develop the ability to write extended, relatively demanding texts (reports, essays, minutes of meetings, etc.) and to reinforce grammatical structures in levels C1 and/or C2. At the institute, you will learn in modern, well-equipped classrooms and will have full access to a media resource center, including an extensive collection of practice materials. Services courses at level C1 or C2 placement test participation certificate opportunity to take an exam all course materials individual learning in the media resource center 9
WEEKEND COURSES EXAMINATION TRAINING B1 EXAMINATION TRAINING B2 EXAMINATION TRAINING C1 EXAMINATION TRAINING C2 2 Four weeks, four Saturdays 30.01. 20.02. 19.03. 16.04. 24 UI (6 UI per week) 21.05. 11.06. 17.09. 15.10. max. class size: 16 19.11. 10.12. 254 1 Lesson times Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. 3:00 p.m. For advanced learners who wish to prepare for the Goethe-Zertifikat B1, B2, C1 or C2 exams and already have language skills at the desired exam level. Learners will get to know the examination structure on the basis of examples and simulations of the various sections while practicing techniques/strategies. At the institute, you will learn in modern, well-equipped classrooms and will have full access to a media resource center, including an extensive collection of practice materials. Services intensive exam preparation courses at level B1, B2, C1 or C2 placement test participation certificate opportunity to take an exam all course materials individual learning in the media resource center 1 Excluding exam fee 2 Goethe-Zertifikat C2: Großes Deutsches Sprachdiplom UI = 45-minute unit of instruction 10
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WEEKEND COURSES TestDaF EXAM PREPARATION Four weeks, four Saturdays 16.01. 06.02. 19.03. 16.04. 24 UI (6 UI per week) 27.08. 17.09. 15.10. 05.11. max. class size: 16 245 1 Lesson times Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. 3:00 p.m. For advanced learners at level B2 and higher. Learners will get to know the examination structure on the basis of examples and simulations of the various sections while practicing techniques/strategies. At the institute, you will learn in modern, well-equipped classrooms and will have full access to a media resource center, including an extensive collection of practice materials. Services intensive exam preparation courses at levels B2/C1 placement test participation certificate opportunity to take an exam all course materials individual learning in the media resource center 1 Excluding exam fee UI = 45-minute unit of instruction 13
PREMIUM COURSES INDIVIDUAL AND SMALL-GROUP CLASSES One participant 60/UI 2 3 participants 40/UI (per person) 4 8 participants 30/UI (per person) Are you looking for specific language training? Do you want to learn as quickly as possible? Then individual instruction or small-group classes offer an individual solution for achieving your personal learning goals. The material covered in the classes is defined by your (or your group s) prior knowledge and learning objectives. That means that your teacher will plan a course built around your requested contents and geared to your needs. This will ensure rapid and efficient progress. You can decide on the balance between basic German language skills (reading, listening, speaking, writing, structures) and specialized language from the world of business, politics, law, medicine or another area selected by you. We ll also be happy to prepare you for presentations or exams and develop your communication skills. Services individual scheduling all levels placement test before the beginning of the course individual advice on the approach to learning and customized learning program participation certificate opportunity to take an exam all course materials self-directed learning in the media resource center optional participation in extensive cultural and leisure program Training venue Training is provided in the fully-equipped, modern classrooms of the Goethe-Institut or, if desired, at a training location selected by you.* * Additional costs may result in case of extended travel times to training locations. UI = 45-minute unit of instruction 14
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PREMIUM COURSES COMPANY LANGUAGE TRAINING Our company training offers a wide range of course options for various employee groups in your organization to learn German or improve their skills in the language. We take a targeted approach to acquiring the language they need for their work and expanding their knowledge of specialized language needed in your industry. At the same time, we work to enhance their intercultural skills. Flexible instruction tailored to your needs Our professional trainers are experienced in working in an intercultural environment. They provide interactive instruction with plenty of variety through a wide range of activity formats. The content is always geared to the specific requirements of the participants. In the classroom, only German is spoken. Individual advice and consultation You ll have a personal contact at our institute. We will be happy to communicate with you on a regular basis and provide feedback on progress. In an extensive consultation we will develop a program for your employees geared to your needs and theirs, by working with you to define the course contents and individual training formats. Training location In the modern, fully equipped classrooms at our centrally located institute or at your company premises. Training formats Customized group training Customized individual training Services individual needs analysis and consultation training at all levels placement test before the beginning of the course all course materials included regular monitoring of learning progress participation certificate individual learning in the media resource center opportunity to take an exam feedback to your company Does your company operate all over Germany? Are you interested in a training program offered at multiple locations? Then contact us at firmentraining@goethe.de. goethe.de/firmentraining 17
SPECIAL COURSES FOR PROFESSIONALS GERMAN COMMUNICATION TRAINING FOR DOCTORS Please enquire This communication training course is intended for doctors. This is the course for you if you have been working for some time in Germany or are about to begin a residency to train as a specialist at a German hospital. The focus is on communication skills and intercultural competency as key requirements for working effectively in the field of medicine. Doctor-patient communication as well as interactions between medical colleagues are explored and practised in various scenarios. You will learn medical and pharmaceutical terminology, the everyday German terms for symptoms and anatomy, various forms of clinical documentation and the correct way to write a doctor s letter. We will practice patient interviews with you, for example for case histories and examinations. Other topics include the German health care system, clinical structures, patient and case presentations and equipment diagnostics. Services intensive language training Level C1 language training placement test before the beginning of the course participation certificate all course materials systematic advice on each student s individual learning path individual learning in the media resource center To download a brochure or for further information visit: goethe.de/medicalgerman Please contact us with your questions. We ll be glad to answer them and provide any advice you need. berlin@goethe.de 18
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EXAMINATIONS AND PRICES 2016 EU Council language levels Examinations at the Goethe-Institut Examination fee for course participants (in ) Examination fee for external exam candidates (in ) Minimum UI 1 BULATS Deutsch-Test für den Beruf 120 180 C2 Goethe-Zertifikat C2 Großes Deutsches Sprachdiplom 220 295 160 170 UI and more C1 Goethe-Zertifikat C1 170 250 160 170 UI TestDaF 175 175 B2 Goethe-Zertifikat B2 150 200 240 255 UI TestDaF 175 175 B1 Goethe-Zertifikat B1 120 180 160 170 UI A2 A1 Goethe-Zertifikat A2 Start Deutsch 2 Goethe-Zertifikat A2 Fit in Deutsch 2 2 Goethe-Zertifikat A1 Start Deutsch 1 Goethe-Zertifikat A1 Fit in Deutsch 1 2 80 115 160 170 UI 80 70 95 80 85 UI 70 UI = 45-minute unit of instruction 1 Number of units of instruction per level generally needed in Intensive or SuperIntensive courses at a Goethe-Institut in Germany to reach the indicated level and complete the corresponding Goethe Certificate. Individual factors such as prior language learning experience and the learner s native language may also play a role. 2 These examinations are available only to participants in courses for children and teens. 20
EXAMINATIONS AND DATES 2016 BERLIN Examinations 2016 Written Oral Enrollment deadline Goethe-Zertifikat A1 Start Deutsch 1 Goethe-Zertifikat A2 Start Deutsch 2 Goethe-Zertifikate B1, B2, C1 Goethe-Zertifikat C2 Großes Deutsches Sprachdiplom 28.01. 24.02. 23.03. 21.04. 20.05. 16.06. 28.07. 24.08. 22.09. 19.10. 17.11. 14.12. 29.01. 25.02. 24.03. 22.04. 21.05. 17.06. 29.07. 25.08. 23.09. 20.10. 18.11. 15.12. Please note the registration deadlines at goethe.de/ berlin* Goethe-Zertifikat A2 Fit in Deutsch 2 Goethe-Zertifikat A1 Fit in Deutsch 1 Please enquire BULATS Deutsch-Test für den Beruf 24.02. 21.04. 16.06. 24.08. 19.10. 14.12. TestDaF ** 10.02. 20.04. 08.11. 10.02. 20.04. 08.11. Please note the registration deadlines at goethe.de/ berlin* * For organizational reasons, the number of external participants is limited. To ensure a place please enroll in person well in advance. ** No. of participants limited. Online registration only: testdaf.de. 21
ACCOMMODATION PRICES 2016 BERLIN Course type Intensive 8 Intensive 4 Intensive 2 Language and Culture Type of accommodation Homestay arrangements (Single room) Homestay arrangements (Single room) Homestay arrangements (Single room) Price (in ) per person 1,100 550 350 For more information: goethe.de/unterkunft 22
GENERAL INFORMATION Enrollment and information Goethe-Institut Berlin Neue Schönhauser Str. 20 10178 Berlin Tel.: +49 30 25906-3 Fax: +49 30 25906-400 E-mail: berlin@goethe.de goethe.de/berlin Office hours Monday Thursday 8:30 a.m. 6:30 p.m. Friday 8:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Advice and enrollment: Monday Thursday 9:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. Friday 9:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. Office for individual and small group courses Individual German Courses Advice and enrollment (3rd floor) Monday Friday 8:30 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Tel.: + 49 30 25906-462 Fax: + 49 30 25906-564 E-mail: individual_berlin@goethe.de Evening course office Advice and enrollment (2nd floor) Mon., Wed., Thurs. 1:00 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, 1:00 8:00 p.m. Tel.: +49 30 25906-477 Fax: +49 30 25906-400 E-mail: abendkurse_berlin@goethe.de goethe.de/berlin/abendkurse Goethe-Institut e.v., Region Deutschland, September 2015 Coordination: Kay Hug, Lena Westerbarkey, Sales and Marketing: Goethe-Instituts in Germany Design and production: QS2M Werbeagentur GmbH, Munich, www.qs2m.de Printing and binding: FIBO DRUCK- UND VERLAGS GMBH, Munich Photos Cover title: istockphoto; p. 3 gettyimages, Caiaimage, Sam Edwards; p. 4 gettyimages, Digital Vision, Chris Tobin; p. 7 plainpicture, p. 9 gettyimages, E+, TommL; p. 11 gettyimages, Stockbyte, Clerkenwell; p. 12 masterfile; p. 15 gettyimages, Vetta, Clerkenwell; p. 16 gettyimages, OJO Images, Sam Edwards; p. 19 gettyimages, Westend61; p. 21 gettyimages, the Agency Collection Luis Alvarez; p. 22 gettyimages, Hola Images; Back cover: Andreas Lange 23
EN BERLIN BONN BREMEN DRESDEN DÜSSELDORF FRANKFURT AM MAIN FREIBURG GÖTTINGEN HAMBURG MANNHEIM MÜNCHEN SCHWÄBISCH HALL HEIDELBERG Summer course location WIEN Summer course location GOETHE INSTITUT BERLIN Neue Schönhauser Str. 20 10178 Berlin Germany Telephone: +49 30 25906 3 Fax: +49 30 25906 400 berlin@goethe.de goethe.de/berlin Scan the code to watch the video! goethe.de/googleplus/de facebook.com/goetheinstitut.berlin