School
Location
The capital of the Kurpfalz region, Heidelberg lies in the picturesque valley of the Neckar river, South of the Odenwald, and is characterized by a particularly mild climate. In the course of history, Heidelberg’s beauty has attracted many poets, painters and scientists. In the early 19th century the town became the most important centre of German romanticism. Intertwined with that age are the poets Arnim, Brentano and above all Eichendorff. Founded in 1385, the University of Heidelberg, the oldest university in the German-speaking world, attracts a variety of students from all over the world.
School
The school campus is situated in the vibrant centre of the academic quarter of Bismarckplatz (Bismarck Square) within walking distance to the Neckar (only 200 meters) and the Castle (about. 1.5 km). The school can be easily reached by public transportation from all directions. Shops, restaurants and local authorities are in the near vicinity.
The schools quality management is a certified ISO 9001 compliant .
The academic quarter in Heidelberg includes not only the Academy of Foreign Languages, but also the Academy of Trades and Technology, the Academy of Economic and Social Management, the Academy of Information Technology, as well as several state-acknowledged technical schools in the fields of nursing and social professions. Students will therefore find themselves in an intellectually stimulating environment with plenty of opportunities to socialize with local people.
All teachers have qualified academic degrees. Using systematic language instruction methods, they guide their students in learning vocabulary and grammar, practicing listening and reading comprehension, pronunciation, writing, and above all, conversation. The teacher acts as a moderator, who does not give authoritarian instructions, but offers incentive and stimulates the student’s independent language activity.
Courses
The school offers the following course load options for learning German through language immersion:
- Standard Course Load
This programme consists of 20 lessons of 45 minutes per week. Courses are Mondays from 9:30 to 12:45, and Tuesdays through Fridays from 9:00 to 12:15. There is a 15 student maximum for each class. - Intensive Course Load
This programme includes 20 lessons in group and 10 lessons on specific subjects (afternoon courses) each week. Options include Preparation for the DSH Examination (access to German universities) and German for Business. There is a 15 student maximum for each class. - Extra-intensive Course Load
This is for people looking to make some serious progress in German and fast. You'll be taking 28 courses of 45 minute durations each week. With a 15 student maximum, you will discuss real issues, have real conversations on subjects that you care about. That way you will keep an interest and a passion for your language improvement throughout your trip.This programme is avaiable to any skill level. - Private Lessons
You decide on the schedule and content of your course. We tailor the course material to your weakness and goals, be it entry into a German university or business German. Private lessons can be taken in conjunction with our other programmes.
Other Information
Each student will have to take a placement exam upon arrival at the school to determine his/her level. There are eight levels, each consisting of approximately 160 hours group courses. At the end of the last level, students will have the ability level required to work in Germany. Our programme also prepares students for the DSH-Prüfung (DSH Examination: access to German universities) and for the Zertifikat Deutsch für den Beruf (Diploma of German for Employment).
Courses always start on Mondays.
Activities
The school organises activities every week. Participants can, for example, visit the old town, the castles, the old prison, or have fun in the evenings with dancing and barbecues. Or even take a bike ride alongside the Neckar river, or a boat ride on it. Students can also visit Speyer, the technology museum, or Schwetzingen castle, etc.
Accommodation
Host Family
Staying with a host family allows students to benefit from a truly immersive experience, practicing their German on a daily basis with native speakers. It also gives them an insight into real German culture.
All families are at most 30 minutes from the school. You can choose to have either half board (breakfast and an evening meal), or simply breakfast with your host family.
Residence
Student rooms are at most 10 to 15 minutes by tram from the school. Fully furnished (bed, desk, chair, wardrobe) and with bed linen provided. A kitchen and bathroom are likely to be shared with other students, and a common room is available for relaxing with fellow students.
Prices 2012
Dates 2012
Courses start every Monday at 9:00 a.m.
Beginners may start on the following dates: 02/01, 06/02, 05/03, 02/04, 07/05, 04/06, 02/07, 16/07, 06/08, 20/08, 03/09, 01/10, 05/11, 03/12
Holidays and vacations (no courses / no refunds): 06/01, 06/04, 09/04, 01/05, 17/05, 28/05, 07/06, 03/10, 01/11, 25 & 26/12
During the Christmas holiday (from 24/12 to 31/12), no courses are offered.
Includes all taxes & enrolment fees, as well as the course, accommodation, and board as described
Click here to enrol directly| Course & residential accommodation | |||||
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| Duration | General course | Intensive course | |||
| 1 week | 395 € | 475 € | |||
| 2 weeks | 695 € | 765 € | |||
| 3 weeks | 895 € | 995 € | |||
| 4 weeks | 1,095 € | 1,195 € | |||
| 6 weeks | 1,595 € | 1,795 € | |||
| 8 weeks | 2,095 € | 2,395 € | |||
| 12 weeks | 2,795 € | 3,395 € | |||
| 16 weeks | 3,795 € | 4,295 € | |||
| 18 weeks | 4,195 € | 4,795 € | |||
| 20 weeks | 4,595 € | 5,295 € | |||
| 24 weeks | 4,995 € | 5,895 € | |||
| 32 weeks | 6,495 € | 7,795 € | |||
| 36 weeks | 7,295 € | 8,695 € | |||
| Extra week. | 195 € | 225 € | |||
| Optional supplements | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Option | Price per week | ||||
| Breakfast suppl. in family | 75 € | ||||
| Half-board suppl. in family | 100 € | ||||
| Other programmes | |||||
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| Private classes | Price | ||||
| 2 lessons/week | 60 € | ||||
| 10 lessons/week | 300 € | ||||
| Internship in enterprise (3 months) | Price | ||||
| Placement fee | 275 € | ||||
| Transfers | |||||
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| Frankfurt airport | 100 € | ||||
| Heidelberg station | 80 € | ||||
Fees include:
- Course programme and accommodation option (single room) as chosen
- The registration fee
- Weekly excursion, supervised by a German teacher (bus fare and entrance fee not included)
- Student ID, certificate of completion, Heidelberg information folder
- All services offered by the school: Internet access, fax, counseling in educational possibilities in Germany and in visas
- Academic materials
- Phone card: 3 min of international calls free
- All administration fees
Fees do not include:
- Transport to accommodation
- Textbooks which must be purchased at the school
- Transportation to Germany
Info
Transport
- To either Frankfurt airport or Heidelberg station.
An optional (payable) transfer is possible from these arrival locations to your accommodation
If you wish, we can book this journey for you. Please make this clear when you enrol.
If you intend to arrange your own travel, we encourage you to arrive the Sunday before the start of your course, and to leave the Saturday following the end of your course.
Visa Information
Students who are EU residents do not need a visa; an ID card or passport will be enough.
For those who need a visa, please consult your local German embassy or the following website: www.auswaertiges-amt.de
