Weimar, Germany

Deutsch in Weimar

when 7 August 2024 - 31 August 2024
language German
duration 4 weeks
credits 6 EC
fee EUR 950

Learn German in one of the most exciting cultural cities in Germany and Europe! In the four weeks of our course »Deutsch in Weimar«, you will effectively learn the many facets of the German language together with participants from all over the world. Whether you are a beginner, advanced or almost at a native speaker – we offer the right language level for everyone.

In our intensive course, you will learn not only speaking, comprehension and grammar, but also many exciting and amusing things about Germany and German culture. Come along on this voyage of discovery: from the legacy of Schiller, Goethe, Wieland and the Bauhaus you will learn the German language in an active and practical way! Free visits to exciting cultural sites such as the Goethe House, the City Palace or the brand new Bauhaus Museum are on the course programme.

Even outside of the course you can fully immerse yourself in the German language and exchange ideas with your fellow students. Our varied social programme offers many opportunities, which vary from chats during our game nights, visits to the cinema to improve your listening comprehension, expanding your vocabulary with exciting ingredients at the international dinner, to a karaoke evening where the bravest amongst you can perform your favourite songs. On weekends, you can also book excursions to various nearby cities such as Dessau, Leipzig or Berlin.

Key facts at a glance:

• 3,5-week intensive course (100 teaching hours)
• Levels: beginner to proficiency A1 – C1 (no prerequisites)
• 6 ECTS credit points
• Maximum 10 – 15 students per class
• Registration deadline: 15 June 2024


What are the benefits of taking part in »Deutsch in Weimar«?

You…
• will make rapid progress at improving your German language skills at speaking, writing, listening and reading.
• will build up your vocabulary and strengthen ability to communicate actively and confidently in German.
• will learn more about Germany and explore the cultural history that Weimar has got to offer.
• will have fun and establish loads of new cross-cultural friendships.

We look forward to welcoming you!

Course leader

The Language Centre of the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar offers German language courses all year round. The intensive courses in August always are a cherry on top. Language courses are taught by motivated and qualified teachers experienced in German as a For

Target group

Our intensive German courses are designed for international students and graduates with the minimum age of 18 who seek an authentic experience and real immersion into the German culture and language. Most participants who join the course are 20 to 30 years of age and come from all parts of the world. But everybody is welcome, regardless of age.

There are no prerequisites for participation. You can start your first German language course without any knowledge or you can perfect your current German language skills.

Courses are offered on all levels - provided that there are enough participants who have the language skills required for the respective level.

Course aim

The goal of our courses is to help you improve your listening, reading, writing and speaking skills, learn, practice and expand your vocabulary and knowledge of grammar and phonetics. The courses strongly emphasise active communication. The instructors will also give presentations about Germany, its people and culture.

Fee info

EUR 950: The course fee includes:

Orientation day
Programme according to description
Teaching materials
Bauhaus Summer School ID card and a Welcome package
Daily Lunch at the University Cafeteria (Monday - Friday)
Internet access at the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar
Free use of library
Accompanying programme
Excursions
Free entrance to museums belonging to Klassik Stiftung Weimar
Welcome dinner/BBQ
EUR 750: Students and BUW Alumni