Reviews of Carl Duisberg Centrum, Cologne, Germany
Total number of reviews: 52
NOTE: All reviews are authentic. Only students who booked their course through us can publish evaluations here, and only after the end of their programme. These evaluations then are not manipulated in any way, neither by us nor by the school, and can be trusted as honest opinions about personal experiences with the school.
Average Rating
Based on 52 reviews of former students of Carl Duisberg Centrum
| Overall Rating Carl Duisberg Centrum, Cologne, Germany | 4.2/5.0 |
|---|---|
| City | 4.6/5.0 |
| Organisation | 4.3/5.0 |
| Facilities | 3.9/5.0 |
| Social activities | 3.6/5.0 |
| Course quality / Progress in language | 4.4/5.0 |
| Value for money | 4.0/5.0 |
| Accommodation | |
| Homestay | 4.2/5.0 |
| Shared Flat | 4.4/5.0 |
| other | 0.0/5.0 |
Individual Reviews
Carl Duisberg Centrum
16. Dec. 2019
1. Marcelo (24 years) - Brazil
101. Course: Intensive Course [German] - 1 week
101. Course: Intensive Course [German] - 1 week
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6. Nov. 2019
2. Ryan (20 years) - Malaysia
102. Course: TestDaF Preparation Course - 4 weeks
102. Course: TestDaF Preparation Course - 4 weeks
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17. Sep. 2019
3. Rafael (27 years) - Portugal
103. Course: Crash Course 10 (24 group + 10 individual) [Alemão] - 2 weeks
103. Course: Crash Course 10 (24 group + 10 individual) [Alemão] - 2 weeks
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26. Aug. 2019
4. Yue (60 years) - France
104. Course: German Intensive Course - 2 weeks
104. Course: German Intensive Course - 2 weeks
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21. Aug. 2019
5. Maria-elena (40 years) - Spain
105. Course: German Intensive Course [Alemán] - 2 weeks
105. Course: German Intensive Course [Alemán] - 2 weeks
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3. Aug. 2019
6. Antoni (16 years) - Poland
106. Course: German Intensive Course [Niemiecki] - 2 weeks
106. Course: German Intensive Course [Niemiecki] - 2 weeks
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27. Jul. 2019
7. Daniel (16 years) - Germany
107. Course: German Intensive Course - 3 weeks
107. Course: German Intensive Course - 3 weeks
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27. Jul. 2019
8. Anna (17 years) - Poland
108. Course: German Intensive Course - 2 weeks
108. Course: German Intensive Course - 2 weeks
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I adored most the great atmosphere created by the teacher and the group. Everyone was really helpful and nice.
18. Jun. 2019
9. Debbie (47 years) - Germany
109. Course: German Intensive Course - 2 weeks
109. Course: German Intensive Course - 2 weeks
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Good Programme and way of teaching. Lot's of opportunity to speak German, fun group exercises. I learnt a lot. Quality of the teaching was very good.
21. May. 2019
10. Ionela (39 years) - Germany
110. Course: TestDaF Preparation Course - 4 weeks
110. Course: TestDaF Preparation Course - 4 weeks
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18. Apr. 2019
11. Emily Josephine (17 years) - United Kingdom
111. Course: German Intensive Course - 1 week
111. Course: German Intensive Course - 1 week
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26. Feb. 2019
12. Lachlan (26 years) - Australia
112. Course: German Intensive Course [German] - 1 week
112. Course: German Intensive Course [German] - 1 week
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I enjoy that the school puts on multiple after-class activities during the week. Any opportunity to practice more German is a welcome one.
3. Dec. 2018
13. Giacomo (22 years) - 
113. Course: German Crash Course 5 (24 group + 5 individual) - 4 weeks
113. Course: German Crash Course 5 (24 group + 5 individual) - 4 weeks
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Teaching of my 2 teachers
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That the WI-FI doesn't work. And the school's structure is very old.
Other comments
Teachers I've had ... very professional. Employees not always.
3. Nov. 2018
14. Travers Clayton (51 years) - United Kingdom
114. Course: German Intensive Course 24+6 - 4 weeks
114. Course: German Intensive Course 24+6 - 4 weeks
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It had a relaxed atmosphere which was good for learning.
11. Jul. 2018
15. Tania (51 years) - Italy
115. Course: German Intensive Course 24+6 - 2 weeks
115. Course: German Intensive Course 24+6 - 2 weeks
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Professional teaching, mixed origin of students
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Update technology/facilities
26. Apr. 2018
16. Girey (32 years) - Kazakhstan
116. Course: German Intensive Course 24+6 - 3 weeks
116. Course: German Intensive Course 24+6 - 3 weeks
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Teachers with good sense of humor
20. Feb. 2018
17. Sumaia (46 years) - Brazil
117. Course: German Intensive Course 24+6 - 9 weeks
117. Course: German Intensive Course 24+6 - 9 weeks
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13. Feb. 2018
18. Natalia (18 years) - 
118. Course: German Intensive Course 24+6 [Немецкий] - 1 week
118. Course: German Intensive Course 24+6 [Немецкий] - 1 week
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organization, the quality of teaching of some teachers, good textbooks.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
try to communicate only in the language that you study, don't speak your native language.
Other comments
Good school, many students from different countries, good teaching
26. Jul. 2017
19. Véronique (54 years) - Switzerland
119. Course: One-to-one Training - 1 week
119. Course: One-to-one Training - 1 week
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The teaching methods.
5. Jun. 2017
20. Esther Gordon - Zambia
120. Course: German Intensive Course 24+6 - 12 weeks
120. Course: German Intensive Course 24+6 - 12 weeks
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The timings are flexible
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The Centre should assess the students before starting their lessons. For example I was put in an A1.2 class instead of A1.1 but I had no knowledge of the language and it was a frustrating one month. The other 4 students could already speak the language and I couldn't and the teacher was not helpful to me because she always thought I was not coping. How could I cope when I didn't learn the basics? I did not enjoy the first month until I was taken to the A1.1 class.
10. Jan. 2017
21. Amapola Jane (27 years) - Spain
121. Course: Intensive course - 2 weeks
121. Course: Intensive course - 2 weeks
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I liked the teachers and the laid-back approach to teaching.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
Try and get an accommodation nearer to the city.
Other comments
Very nice atmosphere
5. Jan. 2017
22. Irina (33 years) -
122. Course: German Intensive Course 24+6 - 1 week
122. Course: German Intensive Course 24+6 - 1 week
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23. Nov. 2016
23. Carolina (16 years) -
123. Course: Intensive Course 24+6 - 1 week
123. Course: Intensive Course 24+6 - 1 week
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There had already been and I always had a great time
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There are very good teachers and you get to know people from around the world
7. Mar. 2016
24. Jose Antonio (52 years) - 
124. Course: Intensive Plus - 1 week
124. Course: Intensive Plus - 1 week
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Shared Apartment
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Very dynamic classes.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
Do long courses, 1 or 2 weeks is not enough.
Other comments
There are a few Spaniards in winter.
29. Feb. 2016
25. Gordana (46 years) - Croatia
125. Course: Intensive Plus - 2 weeks
125. Course: Intensive Plus - 2 weeks
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16. Mar. 2015
26. Andrei (15 years) -
126. Course: Examination Preparation for the TELC Certificates B1, B2 and C1 - 2 weeks
126. Course: Examination Preparation for the TELC Certificates B1, B2 and C1 - 2 weeks
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5. Aug. 2014
27. Anna (28 years) - 
127. Course: Intensive Plus - 2 weeks
127. Course: Intensive Plus - 2 weeks
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free time activities
use media library
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Very good location and helpful staff
19. Mar. 2014
28. Carlos (28 years) -
128. Course: Intensive Plus - 5 weeks
128. Course: Intensive Plus - 5 weeks
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With interest and desire, you can make much progress in a short time, especially if you already have some basic knowledge of the language.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
There are few social activities available if you go on on autumn-winter. On the other hand, it is less expensive and crowded.
Other comments
Is possible to eat at the school but most days the quality and quantity compared to the price could be improved.
Response from school
Muchas gracias por tu comentario, Carlos! We are always happy to receive your feedback, so that we can improve our weak points for the future. When did you do the course? We used to have a canteen but now the school is running a snack service from Monday to Friday during the break. There is also a dispenser for coffee and for cold beverages. Moreover, there are numerous coffee and snack bars in the direct vicinity (very cheap!).We are also expanding and improving our leisure program.You are always welcome :)
3. Mar. 2014
29. Miro (26 years) - Croatia
129. Course: Intensive Plus - 2 weeks
129. Course: Intensive Plus - 2 weeks
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Everything was great
Response from school
Thank you very much for your comment. We are glad you liked the course! You are always welcome :)
8. Jul. 2013
30. Davy (40 years) - Germany
130. Course: Intensive Plus - 1 week
130. Course: Intensive Plus - 1 week
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The teacher
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Practice the language.
Response from school
Thank you very much for your evaluation!
18. Apr. 2012
31. Edwin (19 years) - Netherlands
131. Course: Crash - 5 - 1 week
131. Course: Crash - 5 - 1 week
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Shared flat
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Thank you for your evaluation, Edwin!
23. Nov. 2011
32. Sjoerd (27 years) - Netherlands
132. Course: Crash - 10 - 2 weeks
132. Course: Crash - 10 - 2 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
The international students and the great atmosphere.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
The different social activities. I participated from day 1 and there lots of fun and also very interesting.
Other comments
Very easy to reah by public transport. Get a week or month card (20 or 62 euro) for unlimited travelling in Koln.
Response from school
Thanks for your comment. We are happy you enjoyed the course!
12. Sep. 2011
33. Héloïse (22 years) - 
133. Course: Intensive Plus - 9 weeks
133. Course: Intensive Plus - 9 weeks
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The availability of teachers and staff, mediothèque and multiculturalism of the school.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
The beer garden of Stadtgarten, the Museum Ludwig and visit Bonn!
Response from school
Thank you for your rating, Héloise! We ensure an excellent mix of nationalities to make sure that our students practice German :)
6. Sep. 2011
34. Svetlana (22 years) -
134. Course: Intensive Plus - 2 weeks
134. Course: Intensive Plus - 2 weeks
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11. Jul. 2011
35. Melanie (26 years) - Spain
135. Course: Intensive Plus - 4 weeks
135. Course: Intensive Plus - 4 weeks
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31. Dec. 2010
36. Mark (27 years) -
136. Course: Intensive Plus - 3 weeks
136. Course: Intensive Plus - 3 weeks
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the instructors and the students
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
stay longer if possible
5. Sep. 2009
37. Charlie (30 years) - Australia
137. Course: Intensive Plus - 4 weeks
137. Course: Intensive Plus - 4 weeks
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The small class size, the teaching quality and the general atmosphere of the school are fantastic
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
The cultural/sport/social activities run by CDC are well worth attending, Its a great way of making new friends while learning what Köln has to offer.
9. Jul. 2009
38. Catherine (35 years) - United Kingdom
138. Course: Intensive Plus - 4 weeks
138. Course: Intensive Plus - 4 weeks
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22. Oct. 2008
39. Marta (21 years) - Poland
139. Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
139. Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
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The teachers and the facilities
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The canteen could have been better.
28. Jun. 2008
40. Ciaran (26 years) - Ireland
140. Course: Crash - 5 - 1 week
140. Course: Crash - 5 - 1 week
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The teaching staff and their methods of teaching were excellent.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
Try to avoid "tourist traps" and find out where German people themselves go for a richer and more enjoyable cultural experience.
12. Mar. 2008
41. Yuan (27 years) - 
141. Course: Intensive Plus - 4 weeks
141. Course: Intensive Plus - 4 weeks
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1.staff,2.facilities,3.text.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
bring a grammer book with you, since the text has a tendency not to teach grammer detailedly.
Other comments
There is a medieval castle which stands across the building of CDC.
15. Nov. 2007
42. Eleonora (29 years) -
142. Course: Intensive Course/ Low Season - 3 weeks
142. Course: Intensive Course/ Low Season - 3 weeks
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Shared flat
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The organization and the teachers
3. Oct. 2007
43. Dolores (31 years) - 
143. Course: Intensive Course/ Low Season - 2 weeks
143. Course: Intensive Course/ Low Season - 2 weeks
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The friendly, helpful staff
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The international Party is a must!!!
Other comments
It's a great school and my German is way better than before! I recommend this school to everybody! I made new friends for life!
10. Sep. 2007
44. Aurélie (19 years) -
144. Course: Crash Course - 5/ High Season - 2 weeks
144. Course: Crash Course - 5/ High Season - 2 weeks
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Different cultures
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To make progress, taking private lessons
10. Sep. 2007
45. Oto (55 years) - Brazil
145. Course: Intensive Course/ High Season - 4 weeks
145. Course: Intensive Course/ High Season - 4 weeks
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Friendly people.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
To participate in all activities out of the class.
Other comments
Good location
8. Aug. 2007
46. Maarten (20 years) - Netherlands
146. Course: Intensive Course/ High Season - 4 weeks
146. Course: Intensive Course/ High Season - 4 weeks
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Good balance of education and fun
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
Buy a bicycle! Makes going around the city way easier
Other comments
Although the price is in my opinion a bit steep, the school is organised well and good care is taken of the students. Had a very good time
2. Aug. 2006
47. Lina (20 years) -
147. Course: Intensive Course/ High Season - 3 weeks
147. Course: Intensive Course/ High Season - 3 weeks
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Do all the homework!
Other comments
I enjoyed it a lot! Thank you!
28. Jun. 2006
48. Helen (23 years) - Germany
148. Course: Intensive Plus/ Low Season - 2 weeks
148. Course: Intensive Plus/ Low Season - 2 weeks
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location
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I thought that the course was centred on those doing the test to get into university and wasn't particularly relevant for other language learners
8. Feb. 2006
49. Lucas -
149. Course: Intensive Plus/ Low Season - 2 weeks
149. Course: Intensive Plus/ Low Season - 2 weeks
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19. Dec. 2005
50. Vasupree -
150. Course: Intensive Plus/ Low Season - 4 weeks
150. Course: Intensive Plus/ Low Season - 4 weeks
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1. Sep. 2005
51. Nora (23 years) - France
151. Course: General Course
151. Course: General
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Everyone is given the opportunity to actually understand and practise the language.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
the internet access in the school
Other comments
excellent center, good information at the reception desk, students' progress followed in a very personal, interactive way, enthusiastic, motivating teaching
20. Dec. 2004
52. Marla (26 years) - Usa
152. Course: General Course
152. Course: General
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the teacher
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they were helpful in getting student forms for public transportation
