German school in Hamburg: DID Deutsch-Institut

Course Description

• All participants can participate actively in class, speak a lot with one another, discuss together and express opinions.
  
• The course module deals with current events in politics, culture and business.
  
• The course is ideal to improve communicative skills.
  
• Already developed knowledge and skills will be stabilized, deepen and expanded.
  
  Teaching Material
  In the Intensive Course, intensive communicative training with supplementary materials is emphasized. Your teacher designs the sessions so that all students participate actively in the lesson, speak extensively with one another, exchange information and discuss opinions.
  
  Currently the school uses the following course materials (subject to modification):
  
• Coursebook Netzwerk A1, Netzwerk A2, Netzwerk B1, Aspekte neu B2, Aspekte neu C1, Erkundungen C2
  
• Worksheets, newspapers and magazines
  
• Audio and video materials
  
  The course books are not included in the price. They can be purchased from the school.
  
  Course Protocol
  So that class is as comfortable as possible for all students, the school asks that you adhere to the following classroom rules:
  
• Class begins punctually at the scheduled time. Participants who do not arrive punctually may not join the class until the next break.
  
• Behave in a manner that does not disturb the other students.
  
• At the end of each course level there is a final test. You must pass the final test with at least 60% in order to move to the next level.
  
• You will receive a certificate if you attend class 80% of the time.

Course Description
-Focus on learning the main skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking.

• Lessons are academic and goal oriented so you can make rapid progress.
  
• Practical language is emphasized for use in everyday, professional and academic situations.
  
• Fast and efficient teaching methods: Use of course materials is emphasized.
  
• Stabilizing grammar and vocabulary.
  
  Teaching Material
  Normally, the Standard Course centers around the course textbook, which contains a variety of language exercises, listening activities, videos, and authentic texts.
  
  Currently the school uses the following course materials (subject to modification):
  
• Coursebook Netzwerk A1, Netzwerk A2, Netzwerk B1, Aspekte neu B2, Aspekte neu C1, Erkundungen C2
  
• Worksheets, newspapers and magazines
  
• Audio and video materials
  
  The course books are not included in the price. They can be purchased from the school.
  
  Course Protocol
  So that class is as comfortable as possible for all students, the school asks that you adhere to the following classroom rules:
  
• Class begins punctually at the scheduled time. Participants who do not arrive punctually may not join the class until the next break.
  
• Behave in a manner that does not disturb the other students.
  
• At the end of each course level there is a final test. You must pass the final test with at least 60% in order to move to the next level.
  
• You will receive a certificate if you attend class 80% of the time.

Course Description

• As an expansion of the Intensive Course, the premium module is ideal for particularly ambitious learners.
  
• Participants learn in small groups of 4-5 according to their desires and needs.
  
• Participants can incorporate their personal ideas and preferences and target weaknesses.
  
• Teachers put together curriculum according to the preferences of the participants (for example, concentration on specialized vocabulary).
  
• Especially suitable for targeted themes, but also for busy participants who want to make maximum use of their time.
  
  Teaching Material
  In the Premium Course, you can incorporate your own ideas and personal learning goals into the curriculum in order to focus on subjects of interest to you or areas of weakness, whichever you prefer. The teachers compile materials in accordance with your wishes. Normally, the Premium Module is a small "mini-group."
  
  Currently the school uses the following course materials (subject to modification):
  
• Coursebook Netzwerk A1, Netzwerk A2, Netzwerk B1, Aspekte neu B2, Aspekte neu C1, Erkundungen C2
  
• Worksheets, newspapers and magazines
  
• Audio and video materials
  
  The course books are not included in the price. They can be purchased from the school.
  
  Course Protocol
  So that class is as comfortable as possible for all students, the school asks that you adhere to the following classroom rules:
  
• Class begins punctually at the scheduled time. Participants who do not arrive punctually may not join the class until the next break.
  
• Behave in a manner that does not disturb the other students.
  
• At the end of each course level there is a final test. You must pass the final test with at least 60% in order to move to the next level.
  
• You will receive a certificate if you attend class 80% of the time.

This two-week programme offers students a unique opportunity to develop an academic project in the area of culture and civilization while at the same time improving existing German language skills. Students will follow the Standard course and will have 4 additional lessons to discuss this topic and 4 more lessons for workshops. It also includes a placement test, teaching materials, 4 afternoon activities and 1 weekend excursion.
The academic project students will work on is "The Gateway to the World: Globalization by Land, Water and Air".

Students can take the Standard course and do an internship at the end of the course to get to practice all that they've learnt and get valuable work experience.
This course is for students of maximum 26 years old. Students need to take a course of at least 6 weeks and need to achieve a minimum level of B1.
Internships are unpaid and can last from 3 to 6 months.
Course Description

• Improve your German language skills during this 6+ week course.
  
• Teachers will help you prepare your application materials and job interview.
  
• Depending on the area of expertise, proof of language level B1, B2, C1 or higher is required.
  
• Collect your first professional experience and establish contacts with a German enterprise.
  
• You will get the chance to experience everyday professional life in Germany.
  
  Program Length
  The shortest German course is 6 weeks and depends largely on your language level. The internship typically lasts up to 3 months. Longer internships are only arranged if they are considered compulsory.
  
  Area of Work
  You can indicate which area of work you would prefer. Certainly, your placement will depend heavily on your qualifications. Placement in a qualified internship in fields such as architecture, accounting, design or tourism require very good German skills (completion of level B2). If you would like to work in the hotel or restaurant industry, completion of level B1 is generally sufficient.
  
  The school will try to find a placement for you that matches both your experience and your interests. This is not always possible in every course location, however. In addition, DID cannot guarantee you will find a position with a specific firm or in a very specific business sector. In these cases, they will suggest an alternative, perhaps an internship in a similar line of work.
  
  Internship Payment
  All internships offered are unpaid. Nonetheless, some firms may pay a small amount of pocket money. DID cannot mediate paid internships for you. Minimum wage laws apply to internships that are not considered compulsory. In the case of volunteer internships, minimum wage laws only apply if the internship is longer than 3 months.
  
  Additional Information
  
• Job interview
  In Germany, it is standard to take part in an in-person job interview. The employer will contact you to arrange an appointment. You will leave a more positive impression if you respond to their request promptly, arrive at the interview on time, and are neatly dressed in the appropriate attire.
  
  
• Work hours and vacation
  In Germany, the normal work week is 40 hours. Your employer will explain the work hours to you either before your internship or when you first start. If you would like to take vacation during your internship, discuss this with your employer.
  
  
• Termination
  Should the internship be terminated early, DID cannot refund any fees you have paid to them. Please let them know why you would like to end the internship early.
  
  
• Internship certification
  After you have successfully completed your internship, your employer will provide you with a written certification of your work. The certification will describe the duties you performed while employed.
  
  
• Health, accident and liability insurance
  Some employers will require proof of insurance. If you do not have adequate insurance coverage, you can purchase it through the school's insurance partner.

This programme offers international students the opportunity to become extensively informed about Germany's high education system and help them enroll in a German university. It includes:

• Advice regarding the German education system
  
• Help in selecting location and field of study
  
• Review of application documents
  
• Preparation of individualized class schedules
  The service fee for university placement varies depending on the Standard Course length:
  
• from 8 to 15 weeks: EUR 800.
  
• from 16 to 23 weeks: EUR 700.
  
• 24 or more weeks: EUR 600.
  Students can also book the Intensive or Premium Course, service fee is the same as for the Standard.
  Course Description
  
• Intensive language acquisition - from developing German language skills to acceptance at a German university.
  
• Free editing/review and creation of a timeline leading to semester begin.
  
• Support during the search for a German university placement.
  
• Evaluation of your university application documents.
  
• during the visa application process (VPD preliminary documentation review or conditional acceptance).

This course focuses on delivering basic language structures as well as goal-oriented training on the subject matter of the participant. Price also includes a personal assessment interview, a progression report (upon request) and two weekly activities and weekend excursions.

Those with good German language proficiency are best suited for the challenges of modern business life. Teachers prepare their lessons according to your individual needs. You will have the opportunity to determine the rhythm and content of the course yourself, because whether you are a doctor, attorney, banker or teacher - every work environment is different.

Course Description

• Ideal for participants who want to work in a German speaking country or need German for their profession.
  
• Concentration on learning the basic language structures - a very practical, goal oriented training.
  
• Context organized according to occupation: business and technology, service sector, office or social service professions.
  
• You define the content before the course begins so that valuable class time is not wasted.
  
• Conceptualized as individualized instruction, the courses are focused on the refreshment, development and expansion of professional language content.

This course focuses on delivering basic language structures as well as goal-oriented training on the subject matter of the participant. It includes a 90-minute lunch with the teacher (equivalent to 2 lessons). Price also includes a personal assessment interview, a progression report (upon request) and two weekly activities and weekend excursions.

Those with good German language proficiency are best suited for the challenges of modern business life. Teachers prepare their lessons according to your individual needs. You will have the opportunity to determine the rhythm and content of the course yourself, because whether you are a doctor, attorney, banker or teacher - every work environment is different.

Course Description

• Ideal for participants who want to work in a German speaking country or need German for their profession.
  
• Concentration on learning the basic language structures - a very practical, goal oriented training.
  
• Context organized according to occupation: business and technology, service sector, office or social service professions.
  
• You define the content before the course begins so that valuable class time is not wasted.
  
• Conceptualized as individualized instruction, the courses are focused on the refreshment, development and expansion of professional language content.

This course is for students who need to achieve the maximum result in a very limited space of time. 9 consecutive days of 10 private lessons of Business tuition per day to focus on those areas that they need the most: banking, trade, insurance, etc.

Those with good German language proficiency are best suited for the challenges of modern business life. Teachers prepare their lessons according to your individual needs. You will have the opportunity to determine the rhythm and content of the course yourself, because whether you are a doctor, attorney, banker or teacher - every work environment is different.

Course Description

• Designed for business and professional people with tight schedules.
  
• These courses are especially dense and lead to substantial progress in the shortest time possible.
  
• Daily, 9 or 12 hours of individual instruction in 9 days (1 work week plus 2 weekends)
  
• Depending on your individual needs, teachers will put together a course tailored just for you.
  
• Daily working lunch with a carefully selected teacher just right for you.

This course is for students who need to achieve the maximum result in a very limited space of time. 9 consecutive days of 12 private lessons of Business tuition per day to focus on those areas that they need the most: banking, trade, insurance, etc. This programme includes a 90-minute lunch with the teacher.

Those with good German language proficiency are best suited for the challenges of modern business life. Teachers prepare their lessons according to your individual needs. You will have the opportunity to determine the rhythm and content of the course yourself, because whether you are a doctor, attorney, banker or teacher - every work environment is different.

Course Description

• Designed for business and professional people with tight schedules.
  
• These courses are especially dense and lead to substantial progress in the shortest time possible.
  
• Daily, 9 or 12 hours of individual instruction in 9 days (1 work week plus 2 weekends)
  
• Depending on your individual needs, teachers will put together a course tailored just for you.
  
• Daily working lunch with a carefully selected teacher just right for you.

The aim of this course is for students to familiarise themselves with the format and contents of the examination.
This course can be taken as part of a package (in combination with the Standard, Intensive or Premium courses of at least 2 weeks before the start of TestDaF preparation). The price then is EUR 475.
Participants who would like to study at a university in Germany or need to verify their German language abilities can complete a language test at DID Deutsch-Institut.

Course Description

• Focused preparation for the TestDaF exam.
  
• With the help of extensive practice exercises, participants intensify their German language knowledge and skills.
  
• Participants become familiar with the test format.
  
• You learn strategies to help successfully complete test tasks.
  
• Overcome your test anxiety with help from experienced teachers.
  
  *TestDaF Exam**
  
• You can take the TestDaF exam 6 different times throughout the year.
  
• The exam is given at DID Deutsch-Institut Berlin. The school is a licensed testing centers.
  
• The TestDaF is recognized by universities as proof of foreign applicants' German language ability.
  
• The exam consists of 4 parts: reading comprehension, listening comprehension, written expression and oral expression.
  
• You can register for the TestDaF exam either at DID or online.
  
• Please bring your identification card or passport along. The testing fee must be paid at the time of registration.
  
  TestDaF Exam Results
  
• When completed, the exam documents will be sent to the TestDaF Institute.
  
• After 6 - 7 weeks, the results of the exam will be available on the TestDaF web portal.

Participants who would like to study at a university in Germany or need to verify their German language abilities can complete a language test at DID Deutsch-Institut.

Course Description

• Focused, compact preparation for the TELC exam.
  
• Become familiar with the test format through practice exercises.
  
• Train the necessary skills leading to successful completion of the exam.
  
• The course takes place Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
  
  TELC Exams
  
• TELC language certificates document your language proficiency in listening, reading, speaking, and writing.
  
• TELC German exams are recognized worldwide and serve as proof for vocational training, university study or work in Germany.
  
• The TELC exams B1, B2, C1 and TELC C1 University are administered at DID Berlin.
  
  TELC Exam Results
  
• When completed, the exam documents will be sent to the TELC Institute.
  
• After 4 to 5 weeks, the results of the exam will be available.

Exam fees:

• A1/A2: EUR 110.
  
• B1/B2: EUR 150.
  
• C1/C2: EUR 190.
  Last minute booking supplement: EUR 25.
  Participants who would like to study at a university in Germany or need to verify their German language abilities can complete a language test at DID Deutsch-Institut.
  
  Course Description
  
• Focused, compact preparation for the TELC exam.
  
• Become familiar with the test format through practice exercises.
  
• Train the necessary skills leading to successful completion of the exam.
  
• The course takes place Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
  
  TELC Exams
  
• TELC language certificates document your language proficiency in listening, reading, speaking, and writing.
  
• TELC German exams are recognized worldwide and serve as proof for vocational training, university study or work in Germany.
  
• The TELC exams B1, B2, C1 and TELC C1 University are administered at DID Berlin.
  
  TELC Exam Results
  
• When completed, the exam documents will be sent to the TELC Institute.
  
• After 4 to 5 weeks, the results of the exam will be available.

Exam fees:

• A1/A2: EUR 110.
  
• B1/B2: EUR 150.
  
• C1/C2: EUR 190.
  Last minute booking supplement: EUR 25.
  exam dates only for telc B1, telc B2, telc C1, telc C1 Hochschule, telc C2 exam dates:
  Participants who would like to study at a university in Germany or need to verify their German language abilities can complete a language test at DID Deutsch-Institut.
  
  Course Description
  
• Focused, compact preparation for the TELC exam.
  
• Become familiar with the test format through practice exercises.
  
• Train the necessary skills leading to successful completion of the exam.
  
• The course takes place Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
  
  TELC Exams
  
• TELC language certificates document your language proficiency in listening, reading, speaking, and writing.
  
• TELC German exams are recognized worldwide and serve as proof for vocational training, university study or work in Germany.
  
• The TELC exams B1, B2, C1 and TELC C1 University are administered at DID Berlin.
  
  TELC Exam Results
  
• When completed, the exam documents will be sent to the TELC Institute.
  
• After 4 to 5 weeks, the results of the exam will be available.

Students will attend the Standard Course (20 lessons) with 4 additional lessons of visiting classes and 2 more to deal with other teaching related issues.

This programme includes 2 activities per week and weekend excursions (admissions and fare not included).

Course Description

• This course is ideal for current and prospective teachers' continuing education.
  
• In the first phase, you will participate in a German course with 20 lessons at the A2 - C1 level.
  
• Make impressions and experience modern German instruction with the latest teaching materials.
  
• Your course will be extended with 4 more lessons at a lower level (A1 - B2). You are the observer.
  
• In a one-on-one conversation (2 lessons per week) you will discuss pedagogical approaches and lesson plans with the teacher.
  
• This course is not suitable for teachers with native German language proficiency.
  
• It is not guaranteed that multiple foreign teachers will be participating in the course at the same time.
  
• This course is known as Erasmus Plus Teacher Professional Education.