TANDEM Köln, Cologne, Germany

Students rated TANDEM Köln, Cologne : 4.1/5.0   (38 reviews)

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General Information on TANDEM Köln

The language school TANDEM Köln was founded in Cologne, Germany in 2003. The school is situated in the Suedstadt district, which is well-known and very lively. Lots of shops, bars and restaurants are around the corner. The closest metro station is at 3 min. walking distance, as well as one of the university canteens and a beautiful park for barbecue parties with the students. The school is located in Rolandstraße 57, 50677 Cologne (Germany).

Facilities

The school has 8 bright teaching rooms, a small cafeteria and a patio for the breaks. Students have free internet access and the possibility to use computers, video, DVD, CD and books for self study.

Accreditations and Quality seals of TANDEM Köln, Cologne

TANDEM International

Airport transfer

Best arrival airport is Koeln-Bonn (CGN).  It takes 45 minutes by public transport to school.

All prices in € (convert currency). Below the original school prices are displayed.  The 5% DISCOUNT on the tuition fee will automatically be deducted on receipt of your registration.

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Super-intensive course (20 group+10 mini group)
Lessons per week: 30  | Max. group size: 12
320 € per week

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The course consists of 20 group lessons + 10 mini group lessons. The mini group lessons can be held before or after the course (schedule to be agreed on). In case there is no other student booked on a super-intensive course at your level, we will offer you 5 one-to-one lessons instead.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 09.Jan.2012, 06.Feb.2012, 05.Mar.2012, 02.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 30.Jul.2012, 03.Sep.2012, 01.Oct.2012, 29.Oct.2012, 26.Nov.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 9:45 Afternoon: 14:00  - 15:00
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required
High season	High season supplement per week: 25 € High season dates 02.Jul.2012 - 31.Aug.2012

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Intensive courses
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 12
150 € per week

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Includes an interesting leisure programme (1 event per week). Course type not available in summer (July and August).
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 09.Jan.2012, 06.Feb.2012, 05.Mar.2012, 02.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 03.Sep.2012, 01.Oct.2012, 29.Oct.2012, 26.Nov.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 10:00  - 13:30 Afternoon: 14:30  - 18:00
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required
High season	High season dates 02.Jul.2012 - 31.Aug.2012

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Summer courses (July/August)
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 12
175 € per week

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Price in €	175	325	450	550	670	790	1030	--	--	120
Includes 2 extra lessons per week (training Deutsch), a wide leisure programme with at least 3 activities per week, like a BBQ party, a cycling tour along the river Rhine, guided tours, and sports.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 02.Jul.2012, 30.Jul.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 10:00  - 13:30 Afternoon: 14:30  - 18:00
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required
High season	High season dates 02.Jul.2012 - 31.Aug.2012

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Combined Course
Lessons per week: 25  | Max. group size: 12
320 € per week

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Standard intensive or summer course and 5 One-to-One lessons per week (20 + 5 teaching hours). The private lessons can be held before or after the course (schedule to be agreed on).
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 09.Jan.2012, 06.Feb.2012, 05.Mar.2012, 02.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 30.Jul.2012, 03.Sep.2012, 01.Oct.2012, 29.Oct.2012, 26.Nov.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 9:45 Afternoon: 14:15  - 15:00
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required
High season	High season supplement per week: 25 € High season dates 02.Jul.2012 - 31.Aug.2012

Note: All courses offered by TANDEM Köln, Cologne can be booked online with LanguageCourse.net. In case a course is not listed above, just mention the course description in the comment field of the online registration form.
Lesson duration (minutes):	45 minutes
School's administrative fee:	75.00  â‚¬
Individual classes:	Single individual lessons of tuition can be booked at 47.50 €. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Exams offered:	Zertifikat Deutsch (ZD) ,  TestDaF ,  DSH, telc A1 to C1
Average examination results:	92 at Zertifikat Deutsch (ZD) 87 at TestDaF 90% at DSH, telc A1 to C1
Language school closed:	In 2012 (including national and regional bank holidays): 20.Feb.2012, 06.Apr.2012, 09.Apr.2012, 01.May.2012, 17.May.2012, 28.May.2012, 07.Jun.2012, 03.Oct.2012, 01.Nov.2012, 24.Dec.2012 - 31.Dec.2012
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school):	Dutch, German, Italian, French, Spanish, English
Comments about courses:	Enrollment fee includes accommodation service, placement test, cultural programme and teaching materials for the first month.

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Shared flat
Single room, No meals  | Minimum stay in weeks: 2
120 € per week

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Price in €	120	220	320	380	95
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Single room in a private accommodation with Germans in or nearby the city centre. Distance from school: 15 minutes by public transport Includes: Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Heating, No meals, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 20 € Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

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Homestay
Single room, Half board
220 € per week

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Private bathroom and room with TV can be arranged on request. Distance from school: 30 minutes by public transport Includes: Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Heating, Half board, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 30 € Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

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Homestay
Single room, Breakfast  | Minimum stay in weeks: 2
165 € per week

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Private bathroom and room with TV and/or Internet access can be arranged on request. Distance from school: 30 minutes by public transport Includes: Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Heating, Breakfast, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 25 € Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

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Apartment
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
300 € per week

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Price in €	300	560	780	960	240	200
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per room Fully furnished for one person or two people travelling together. Prices may vary depending on availability. Distance from school: 15 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Heating, Air conditioning, No meals, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Double room (only for 2 people travelling together). Price extra night: 40 € Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

 

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Hostel Shared room (multiple beds)
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119 € per week

Comment	The rent has to be paid directly to the host.
Max. 1 student of each nationality possible?	yes
Single room	always
Optional airport transfer:	Koeln-Bonn CGD: for 70 € (one way) Taxi costs about 35 € to the city center Duesseldorf DUS: for 110 € (one way) Taxi costs about 100 € to the city center

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