German school in Munich: Carl Duisberg Centrum
- Excellent rating of homestay accommodation (4.7/5.0)
- Homestay accommodation very close to school
- One of the oldest German schools in Munich founded in 1963
- Lessons are 45 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
- School currently has special offers.Details
Location: Carl Duisberg Centrum (CDC) Munich is located in the fascinating and historic city of Munich, in Germany. The school is housed in a lovely and quiet neighbourhood in the south of the city, has excellent communication via public transport and is only a short ride from the city centre. CDC Munich has eateries, cafés and supermarkets close by and is only a short walk from the closest gym. The city is home to many attractions, with highlights such as the Marienplatz, the Alte Pinakothek Art Museum and the Englisch Garten, all just a short train ride away. Munich Central Train station is only a 16-minute train journey from the school, ensuring students can visit all that the city has to offer, with ease.
Course selection: CDC Munich has a variety of courses to choose from, many of which are suitable for students of all levels. Distinguished by its tailor-made programmes, students can learn in groups, individually or via crash courses which consist of both group and individual lessons. Exam preparation courses for the TestDaF and TELC exams are also readily available throughout the year.
School facilities: The school's facilities offer everything a student may need to reach their language goals in a motivating and friendly environment. These facilities include a rooftop terrace, computer lab, free after-class access to language learning software, a lounge area and a student support desk for any questions or queries that may arise. All classrooms are equipped with heating, with most having natural light and access to electronic whiteboards and televisions.
Accommodation: The school offers accommodation in Homestay, Residence and Studio Apartment facilities, throughout the year.
School chain: Carl Duisberg Centrum is a group of schools dedicated to the teaching of German in Germany. For over 60 years the Carl Duisberg Centrum schools have offered German language courses to students of all ages and career stages, consistently striving for further excellence in further education and training. As a not-for-profit organization, the group's primary goal is to serve the good of the public, specifically, by promoting international understanding.
All Carl Duisberg Centrum schools are certified according to ISO 9001 standards for Language Courses, Language Travel, and International School Programs.
- The language school Carl Duisberg Centrum was founded in Munich, Germany in 1963.
- Legal name / parent company: Carl Duisberg Centren gemeinnützige GmbH
- Tax registration ID: DE122792319
- Abbreviated name of school: CDC Munich
- The school is an official exam centerThe following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:
German Courses
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Price at school Our price | 240 228 | 480 456 | 720 684 | 960 912 | 1200 1140 | 1440 1368 | 1680 1596 | 1920 1824 | 2400 2280 | 2520 2394 | 4560 4332 |
This German Intensive course is suitable for those who need to bring up all of their German language skills in general, or for those who want to develop more specific skills, which can be focused on during the school’s workshop sessions. With a weekly schedule of 24 lessons, students are able to make serious progress relatively quickly, and at the same time still have some free time left over to enjoy the sights and sounds of Munich.
All participants will receive a placement test to determine which level of group they start the course in, which can later be adjusted according to their progress. The academy will provide you with a textbook, as well as access to their online learning materials. International students can make great use of the school’s help and support service, in case they ever need help resolving some kind of administrative issue.
The course also includes 2 workshops per week, in addition to the 24 group lessons.
The high season surcharge is only for courses with a duration of 1–11 weeks.
In the Intensive Course, you will learn German for your work, studies, school
or simply for yourself. If you do not yet have any knowledge of German, you
can register for one of our beginner courses. If you do have prior knowledge, you can start your course every Monday. The school's varied leisure program complements your lessons in the classroom with excursions to nearby cities and regions. Outdoor activities, visits to museums, cooking together or games and cinema afternoons are among the most popular activities. The minimum age for the German Intensive Course is 16.
High season dates 01 Jul 2024 - 30 Aug 2024
08 Jan 2024, 05 Feb 2024, 04 Mar 2024, 08 Apr 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 01 Jul 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 30 Sep 2024, 28 Oct 2024, 02 Dec 2024
Morning: 8:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:30 - 18:00
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Price at school Our price | 210 200 | 420 399 | 630 599 | 840 798 | 1050 998 | 1260 1197 | 1470 1397 | 1680 1596 | 2100 1995 | 2160 2052 | 4080 3876 |
The German Intensive Course Standard with 20 Training Units per week will lead you to your goal through quality and a systematic approach. All skills are trained in a balanced and action-oriented way. This course is suitable for independent learners who take responsibility for their own learning process and continuously deepen and consolidate what they have learned in class at home.
High season dates 01 Jul 2024 - 30 Aug 2024
08 Jan 2024, 05 Feb 2024, 04 Mar 2024, 08 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 01 Jul 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 30 Sep 2024, 28 Oct 2024, 02 Dec 2024
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:30
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Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | 399 380 | -- | 798 759 | -- | 1197 1138 | 1596 1517 | 1995 1896 | 2394 2275 |
This online course consists of 15 group lessons and 5 learning tutorials per week. Students can choose between morning or afternoon sessions.
Free trial is available on request (it usually takes place on Mondays).
In the Online program, you will enjoy 3 live training units per day in our virtual classroom.
Additionally, 5 training units of tutorials per week are at your disposal.
You will also have free access to our Digital Language Lab with a wide range of additional features for individual learning, 24/7.
The lessons take place in international groups of a maximum of 12 participants.
Morning: 10:30 - 13:15
Afternoon: 16:00 - 18:45
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Price at school Our price | 220 209 | 440 418 | 660 627 | 880 836 | 1320 1254 | 1760 1672 | 2200 2090 | 2860 2717 | 3300 3135 | 4400 4180 | 5500 5225 |
GERMAN ONE-TO-ONE COURSE
In One-to-one Courses (min. 4 TU, general or specialized language), we are best able to focus on your individual learning goals that we determined prior to course begin in your needs analysis. Upon request, we can also integrate specific materials into lessons (e.g. documents drawn from your daily work).
GERMAN ONE-TO-ONE COURSE
In One-to-one Courses (min. 4 TU, general or specialized language), we are best able to focus on your individual learning goals that we determined prior to course begin in your needs analysis. Upon request, we can also integrate specific materials into lessons (e.g. documents drawn from your daily work).
Morning: 8:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:30 - 18:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | -- | -- | -- | 295 281 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
At the Carl Duisberg Training Centers, you can take internationally recognized German tests, e.g. telc Deutsch, telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule or the regular and digital TestDaF, and prepare yourself accordingly.
TestDaF is a language test carried out by the TestDaF-Institut, which allows international applicants to gain proof of the required language proficiency to study at a German university. The test questions were developed by the TestDaF-Institut and the test is given at licensed TestDaF centres around the world on one pre-set date. Completed tests are corrected at the TestDaF-Institut in Germany. As a rule, you receive the test results six weeks after you have taken the test.
The school's intensive courses offer comprehensive, expert preparation for the TestDaF exam. At Carl Duisberg Centrum, they familiarize you with the test format, and you practice the test once using official mock exams. The instructor corrects the results with you and gives you tips on the best strategies and techniques for completing the examination tasks.
After completing the course, you can take the exam at any Carl Duisberg Training Center.
The exam fee is not included and depends on the chosen course type and level: TestDaF: 210 EUR (digital)/ 215 EUR (paper-based). Telc C1 Hochschule: 195 EUR.
At the Carl Duisberg Training Centers, you can take internationally recognized German tests, e.g. telc Deutsch, telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule or the regular and digital TestDaF, and prepare yourself accordingly.
TestDaF is a language test carried out by the TestDaF-Institut, which allows international applicants to gain proof of the required language proficiency to study at a German university. The test questions were developed by the TestDaF-Institut and the test is given at licensed TestDaF centres around the world on one pre-set date. Completed tests are corrected at the TestDaF-Institut in Germany. As a rule, you receive the test results six weeks after you have taken the test.
The school's intensive courses offer comprehensive, expert preparation for the TestDaF exam. At Carl Duisberg Centrum, they familiarize you with the test format, and you practice the test once using official mock exams. The instructor corrects the results with you and gives you tips on the best strategies and techniques for completing the examination tasks.
After completing the course, you can take the exam at any Carl Duisberg Training Center.
Morning: 8:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:30 - 18:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | -- | -- | -- | 295 281 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
This course helps students familiarize themselves with the test format and offers them tips on the best strategies and techniques for completing the examination tasks.
The exam fee is not included and depends on the chosen course type and level.
At the Carl Duisberg Training Centers, you can take internationally recognized German tests, e.g. telc Deutsch, telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule or the regular and digital TestDaF, and prepare yourself accordingly.
Afternoon: 13:30 - 18:00
Information for all courses offered by Carl Duisberg Centrum
01 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024, 09 May 2024, 20 May 2024, 30 May 2024, 15 Aug 2024, 03 Oct 2024, 01 Nov 2024, 23 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per German language level
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
- INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
Carl Duisberg Centrum (CDC)
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General school facilities
Snack vending machine
Drink vending machine
Computer lab
Library
Daily press
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Rooftop terrace
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Table tennis
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in most classrooms
Number of classrooms: 21Number of public PC workstations: 8Paid parking (<500m)
Additional comment about facilities of school
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
300 € return (both ways)
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
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Ballet | |
Basketball | |
Cooking | |
Dancing | |
Diving | |
Field Hockey | |
Football (soccer) | |
Golf | |
Horse riding | |
Ice Hockey | |
Mountainbiking | |
Music | |
Sailing | |
Skiing | |
Squash | |
Swimming | |
Table Tennis | |
Tennis | |
Volleyball | |
Windsurfing | |
Yoga | |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
The organized activities are included within the program (apart from travel expenses or entrance fees).
Adults - Paid activities
Museum visits
BBQ picnic
Football matches
Table tennis
Day trips
Kicker
International dinners
* Parties
Accommodation
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Price in € | 350 | 700 | 1050 | 1400 | 1750 | 2100 | 2450 | 2800 | 3500 | 4200 | 350 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
In the rooms for rent in the Youth Dormitory and Guest House Süd, you’ll enjoy a unique social and communal atmosphere. You’ll be provided with a simple and functional single or double room with a private bath (shower/WC) and a kitchenette. In the immediate vicinity, you’ll find various shopping opportunities (supermarkets, bakeries, butchers, greengrocers).
Services:
- Single or twin room (furnished with a bed, wardrobe, desk, chair,
bookshelf) including a private bath (shower/WC) and a kitchenette
(equipped with stove, oven, sink, refrigerator, and cabinets). - Bed linens, hand towels, dishes.
- Cleaning service two times a month.
- Access to shared washing machines and dryers for a small fee.
- WiFi and LAN.
- Travel time to Carl Duisberg Training Center: 15 minutes by public
transport.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | 315 | 630 | 945 | 1260 | 1575 | 1890 | 2205 | 2520 | 3150 | 3780 | 315 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
The school offers private accommodation with Munich residents (individuals or couples, with or without children) in a fully furnished single room. When several guests share the same host, the school tries to arrange the group so that the course participants do not all speak the same native language. You may choose to include full, half board (breakfast and dinner), or breakfast only.
Services:
- Single room with Internet access.
- Breakfast or half board (breakfast and dinner), if desired.
- Shared use of bathroom and kitchen.
- Bed linen and towels.
- Travel time to Carl Duisberg Training Center: 30-60 minutes with
public transport.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | 225 | 450 | 675 | 900 | 1125 | 1350 | 1575 | 1800 | 2250 | 2700 | 225 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
The school offers private accommodation with Munich residents (individuals or couples, with or without children) in a fully furnished single room. When several guests share the same host, the school tries to arrange the group so that the course participants do not all speak the same native language. You may choose to include full, half board (breakfast and dinner), or breakfast only.
Services:
-Single room with Internet access.
-Breakfast or half board (breakfast and dinner), if desired.
-Shared use of bathroom and kitchen.
-Bed linen and towels.
-Travel time to Carl Duisberg Training Center: 30-60 minutes with
public transport.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | 262 | 524 | 786 | 1048 | 1310 | 1572 | 1834 | 2096 | 2620 | 3144 | 262 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
The school offers private accommodation with Munich residents (individuals or couples, with or without children) in a fully furnished single room. When several guests share the same host, the school tries to arrange the group so that the course participants do not all speak the same native language. You may choose to include full, half board (breakfast and dinner), or breakfast only.
Services:
- Single room with Internet access.
- Breakfast or half board (breakfast and dinner), if desired.
- Shared use of bathroom and kitchen.
- Bed linen and towels.
- Travel time to Carl Duisberg Training Center: 30-60 minutes with
public transport.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | 400 | 800 | 1200 | 1600 | 2000 | 2400 | 2800 | 3200 | 4000 | 4800 | 400 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
The school has fully furnished apartments in Munich for those seeking more privacy and independence. Apartments include a room, kitchen and bathroom for your exclusive use.
Services:
- Furnished one-room or two-room apartment (for one or two people).
- Kitchen and bathroom.
- Bed linen and towels.
- Travel time to Carl Duisberg Training Center: Dependent upon
location, up to 60 minutes (with public transport).
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Questions and answers about Carl Duisberg Centrum
- I am a complete beginner of German, I want to book online lessons. Do you offer a trial lesson for free? When will the trial lesson take place?“Yes, we offer a free trial lesson for online lessons, usually the only day to take the trial lesson is on Monday.”Barbara Wagne, LanguageCourse.net - Aug 14, 2021
FAQ about Carl Duisberg Centrum, Munich
- Is it possible to have half board accomodation in the Guesthouse(Residence)?“No, the Residence accommodations do not have meal plan options.”Esther Stärcke, from Carl Duisberg Centrum - Feb 11, 2020
- Is it possible to start a language course on Wednesday and book accommodation from Tuesday?“Courses start every Monday and it is not possible to join a course in the middle of the week. The accommodation is also booked from Sunday which is the day before the start of your course. ”Irina Zotova, Area manager - Russian from Carl Duisberg Centrum - Jun 01, 2022
- For my future studies, I need to be at B1 next May. I would like to get information on how many weeks I would need to study to reach this level.“The number of weeks depends on your current language level and how fast you learn on your own. For B1 you need a maximum of 400 teaching hours, but it varies a lot from student to student. So if you were to do the group course at Carl Duisberg for 24 hours a week, that translates into about 16 weeks in total (minus the hours you've already done). ”Robin Rebecca Pietersma, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 03, 2023
- Can I book more than 4 private lessons per week at Carl Duisberg Centrum, Munich?“Yes, you can add more private lessons (subject to availability) but the minimum is 4 lessons per week.”Louise Granath, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 02, 2023
- What is the number of students per class at Carl Duisberg?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Carl Duisberg varies from 1 students (Private lessons) to 15 students (German Intensive Course Premium)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Carl Duisberg Centrum?100% of teachers at Carl Duisberg Centrum hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of Carl Duisberg Centrum from?The highest Nationality percentage at Carl Duisberg Centrum comes from China with a 17% representation, followed by students from Turkey (6%) and Russia (5%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- Carl Duisberg Centrum offers courses for which ages?Carl Duisberg Centrum offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 23 during the summer and 25 for the rest of the year.