Carl Duisberg CentrumCologne, Germany
- Excellent rating of student apartments4.3
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 10% of students.
- Class time is shorter than in other schools at 45 minutes per lesson.
Location: Housed in a 6-story building with a beautiful view of an ancient Roman fortification and the Cologne Cathedral. It is centrally located on the edge of downtown Cologne, with the Cologne Media Park directly behind. It is just a 10-minute walk away from the Rhine and the Cologne Cathedral, the picturesque historic district, and the pedestrian zone for shopping.
Moving around Cologne: The Hansaring transit station is a 5-minute walk from the Carl Duisberg Centrum. There are a number of transportation options from this station including train, metro, tram and buses. The centre of the city is within walking distance from the school, taking around 25 minutes, and under 10 minutes by public transportation.
Attractions in the city: The Cologne Cathedral and the Museum Ludwig are all found in the heart of the city, along with the other major attractions in the city. The Brühl Castle is to the south of the city, a 30 minute train ride from the
Course structure: Carl Duisberg Centrum has group courses, private lessons and a combination of the two. There are exam preparation courses for a number of important German exams.
Social activities: Students at Carl Duisberg Centrum are able to join an intensive social programme organised by the school. This could include visiting local museums, eating in a local restaurant, guided tours and even sport activities. The entrance fee and travel costs, when needed, will need to be paid for by the student themselves.
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, through promoting international understanding.
All Carl Duisberg Centrum schools are certified according to ISO 9001 standards for Language Courses, Language Travel, and International School Programs.
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 |
Price in US$ | 260 | 520 | 780 | 1039 | 1299 | 1559 | 1818 | 2078 | 2597 | 2727 | 4934 |
06 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 03 Mar 2025, 31 Mar 2025, 05 May 2025, 02 Jun 2025, 30 Jun 2025, 04 Aug 2025, 01 Sep 2025, 29 Sep 2025, 27 Oct 2025, 24 Nov 2025
High season dates 30 Jun 2025 - 29 Aug 2025
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 |
Price in US$ | 228 | 455 | 682 | 909 | 1137 | 1364 | 1591 | 1818 | 2273 | 2338 | 4415 |
06 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 03 Mar 2025, 31 Mar 2025, 05 May 2025, 02 Jun 2025, 30 Jun 2025, 04 Aug 2025, 01 Sep 2025, 29 Sep 2025, 27 Oct 2025, 24 Nov 2025
High season dates 30 Jun 2025 - 29 Aug 2025
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:30
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Price in US$ | 459 | 918 | 1377 |
This online course consists of 15 group lessons and 5 learning tutorials per week.
Free trial is available on request (it usually takes place on Mondays).
Afternoon: 16:00 - 18:45
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Price in US$ | 239 | 477 | 715 | 953 | 1191 | 1429 | 1667 | 1905 | 2143 | 2381 | 2857 |
In individual training (at least 4 Training Units), your learning needs are taken into account in the best way possible. If you wish, your own course material (e.g. from your professional life) can be included in the lessons.
Morning: 8:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:30 - 18:00

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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | -- | -- | -- | 295 281 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 320 |
The exam fee is not included and depends on the chosen course type and level: TestDaF: EUR 210 (digital)/ EUR 215 (paper-based).
Morning: 8:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:30 - 18:00

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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | -- | -- | -- | 295 281 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 320 |
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.
Exam fees:
- telc B1/B2/C1: EUR 180/ EUR 180/ EUR 195
- telc Beruf B1–B2/B2–C1/C1: EUR 180/ EUR 195/ EUR 195
- telc Pflege B1–B2: EUR 230
- telc Medizin B2–C1: EUR 230
- telc C1 Hochschule: EUR 195
Exam dates: - telc B1: 23 Jan, 20 Feb, 20 Mar, 24 Apr, 22 May, 27 Jun, 24 Jul, 28 Aug, 25 Sep, 23 Oct, 20 Nov, 11 Dec
- telc C1 Hochschule: 27 Feb, 15 Apr, 08 May, 06 June, 21 Aug, 30 Oct, 16 Dec
- telc B2: 13 Feb, 10 Apr, 12 Jun, 14 Aug, 16 Oct, 04 Dec
Afternoon: 13:30 - 18:00
Our prices for Carl Duisberg Centrum include
- 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 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
Student opinions about Carl Duisberg Centrum, Cologne
Carl Duisberg Centrum, Cologne
Ratings of Carl Duisberg Centrum compared to ratings of all schools in Germany
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Carl Duisberg Centrum (CDC)
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Drink vending machine
Cafeteria
Snack vending machine
Computer lab
Library
Daily press
Free after-class access to language learning software
Movie room
Lounge
Student support desk
Printer for student use
Table soccer / football
Copy machine
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Paid parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
TV in most classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms
Air conditioning in most classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in most classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 17
- Number of public PC workstations: 20
Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Wheelchair access to reception
Wheelchair access to cafeteria
- Unfortunately, not all our class rooms are wheelchair accessible.
Student Age / Nationality
Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
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China | 10% |
Turkey | 9% |
USA | 9% |
Brazil | 4% |
Japan | 3% |
Korea | 2% |
Thailand | 1% |
Switzerland | 1% |
Italy | 1% |
Other nationalities | 60% |
Percentage of students | |
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1-18 years | 9.0909090909091% |
18-24 years | 55.555555555556% |
25-34 years | 29.292929292929% |
35-50 years | 5.0505050505051% |
>50 years | 1.010101010101% |
Information for all courses offered by Carl Duisberg Centrum
High season surcharge of EUR 35 per week (30 Jun – 29 Aug) is only applicable for bookings with a duration of 1–11 weeks.
01 Jan 2025, 16 Feb 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 29 May 2025, 09 Jun 2025, 19 Jun 2025, 03 Oct 2025, 22 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025.
Airport transfer
380 € return (both ways)
180 € return (both ways)
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Adults - Paid activities
- Museum
- Concerts
- Table tennis
- Kicker
- International dinners
- Parties
Accommodation

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Price in US$ | 245 | 490 | 735 | 980 | 1225 | 1470 | 1715 | 1959 | 2449 | 2461 | 206 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

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Price in US$ | 342 | 684 | 1026 | 1367 | 1709 | 2051 | 2392 | 2734 | 3417 | 3622 | 302 |
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Price in US$ | 285 | 570 | 855 | 1139 | 1424 | 1709 | 1994 | 2278 | 2848 | 2939 | 245 |
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Price in US$ | 399 | 798 | 1196 | 1595 | 1994 | 2392 | 2791 | 3189 | 3987 | 4784 | 399 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
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The school owns and operates these Studio apartments, which are designed for those who need their privacy and independence. You’ll enjoy the benefits of having your own single bedroom, and a kitchen and bathroom all to yourself.
In terms of location, these studios are situated between 15 to 45 minutes away from the school via public transport.
Bed linens and towels are provided for all residents.
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Price in US$ | 285 | 570 | 855 | 1139 | 1424 | 1709 | 1994 | 2278 | 2848 | 3417 | 285 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
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Questions and answers about Carl Duisberg Centrum
- Does the school offer employment agency courses and education voucher courses?“Yes, we offer job center courses and courses with education vouchers are currently in progress. All these courses are settled directly with the authorities, there are fixed rates for them. Please contact the authorities and the school directly to get your place on the course.”Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 18, 2023
FAQ about Carl Duisberg Centrum, Cologne
- What is the best price for a course at Carl Duisberg Centrum, Cologne?German courses at Carl Duisberg Centrum start at 71 € for TestDaF Preparation Course course with 7.5 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- What is the most popular accommodation offered by Carl Duisberg?The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of Carl Duisberg
- Is it possible to take a course at Carl Duisberg Centrum as an absolute beginner?Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: German Intensive Course Premium, German Intensive Course Standard
- Is airport pickup offered by Carl Duisberg Centrum?Yes. The school offers pickup from Duesseldorf International Airport (190 €), Cologne Bonn Airport (90 €)
- 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)
- Which countries are students of Carl Duisberg Centrum from?The highest Nationality percentage at Carl Duisberg Centrum comes from China with a 10% representation, followed by students from USA (9%) and Turkey (9%).
- 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.
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Whether you want to earn yourself a language certificate to be able to access a German university, land a special job opportunity, or simply improve your German language skills because you want to then the Intensive course from Carl Duisberg Centrum could tick all your boxes.
You will take carefully planned classes on a commitment of 24 sessions per week. With this fairly frequent schedule, participants are guaranteed to see significant progress over a relatively short period of time. This course offers group levels from those who are just starting out, to advanced German users who want to refine the finer points.