What we like about the school
- Excellent student nationality mix
Map of public transport system
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 address is: Rolandstraße 57, 50677 - Cologne (Germany).
Accreditations and Quality seals
School Size:
Facilities
Cafeteria
Kitchen for student use
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Snack vending machine
Drink vending machine
Library
Daily press
Free after-class access to language learning software
Movie room
Lounge
Garden
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms:
14Number of public PC workstations:
16Prices include
- Organized activities
- Internet access and use of school computers
- Wireless LAN zone at school
- Free certificate of course attendance
- Language level placement test at first day of classes
- Language level placement test before arrival
- For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
Course material:
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Average number of students
- Adult courses in summer: 120
- Adult courses throughout the year: 120
Average age of students
- in summer: 22 years
- throughout the year: 25 years
- Special recommendations for students over 30 years
Average number of levels
- Adult courses in summer: 12
- Adult courses throughout the year: 12
Minimum age of students
- 17 years
The school is an official exam center
The following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:German teacher qualifications
- 90 % hold a university degree
- 10 % hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school):
4
2
4
5
2
4
1
2
1
10
5
5
14
12
3
9
3
1
1
Airport transfer
Best arrival airport is Koeln-Bonn (CGN).It takes 40 minutes by public transport to school.
Language school closed
In 2017 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01.Jan.2017 - 08.Jan.2017, 27.Feb.2017, 14.Apr.2017, 17.Apr.2017, 01.May.2017, 25.May.2017, 05.Jun.2017, 15.Jun.2017, 03.Oct.2017, 31.Oct.2017, 01.Nov.2017, 23.Dec.2017 - 31.Dec.2017If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are classes recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
German Courses
Lessons per week: 24 | Max. group size: 12
171 € per week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 24 | 36 | 40 | Additional Week |
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| Price in € | 180171 | 340323 | 480456 | 600570 | 850808 | 11001045 | 13501283 | 31002945 | 46004370 | 51004845 | 125119 |
| Price in US$ | 205 | 387 | 547 | 683 | 968 | 1252 | 1537 | 3528 | 5234 | 5803 | 143 |
Includes an interesting leisure programme (1 event per week, 3 events in summer - July and August).
Starting dates
Every Monday .
Absolute beginners start on: 09.Jan.2017, 06.Feb.2017, 06.Mar.2017, 03.Apr.2017, 02.May.2017, 06.Jun.2017, 03.Jul.2017, 31.Jul.2017, 04.Sep.2017, 02.Oct.2017, 30.Oct.2017, 27.Nov.2017
Absolute beginners start on: 09.Jan.2017, 06.Feb.2017, 06.Mar.2017, 03.Apr.2017, 02.May.2017, 06.Jun.2017, 03.Jul.2017, 31.Jul.2017, 04.Sep.2017, 02.Oct.2017, 30.Oct.2017, 27.Nov.2017
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:45
Morning: 9:30 - 13:45
High season
High season supplement per week: 20 €High season dates 03.Jul.2017 - 01.Sep.2017
Special Offers
10.00 % discount: 10.00 % discount on tuition fees only. Only valid for courses starting before 02.10.2017.
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Lessons per week: 24 | Max. group size: 12
190 € per week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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| Price in € | 200190 | 380361 | 540513 | 680646 | 825784 | 970922 | 11151060 | 12601197 | 14051335 | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 228 | 433 | 615 | 774 | 939 | 1104 | 1269 | 1434 | 1599 | -- | -- |
Includes 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
2017: 31.Jul.2017, 07.Aug.2017, 14.Aug.2017, 21.Aug.2017, 28.Aug.2017.
Absolute beginners start on: 03.Jul.2017, 31.Jul.2017
Absolute beginners start on: 03.Jul.2017, 31.Jul.2017
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:45
Morning: 9:30 - 13:45
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Lessons per week: 32 | Max. group size: 12
285 € per week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in € | 300285 | 580551 | 840798 | 10801026 | 13251259 | 15701492 | 18151725 | 20601957 | 25502423 | 30402888 | 245233 |
| Price in US$ | 342 | 660 | 956 | 1229 | 1508 | 1787 | 2066 | 2344 | 2902 | 3459 | 279 |
Starting dates
Every Monday .
Absolute beginners start on: 09.Jan.2017, 06.Feb.2017, 06.Mar.2017, 03.Apr.2017, 02.May.2017, 06.Jun.2017, 03.Jul.2017, 31.Jul.2017, 04.Sep.2017, 02.Oct.2017, 30.Oct.2017, 27.Nov.2017
Absolute beginners start on: 09.Jan.2017, 06.Feb.2017, 06.Mar.2017, 03.Apr.2017, 02.May.2017, 06.Jun.2017, 03.Jul.2017, 31.Jul.2017, 04.Sep.2017, 02.Oct.2017, 30.Oct.2017, 27.Nov.2017
General course schedule
6-7 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:45
Afternoon: 14:30 - 16:00
Morning: 9:30 - 13:45
Afternoon: 14:30 - 16:00
High season
High season supplement per week: 20 €High season dates 03.Jul.2017 - 01.Sep.2017
Special Offers
10.00 % discount: 10.00 % discount on tuition fees only. Only valid for courses starting before 02.10.2017.
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Lessons per week: 28 | Max. group size: 12
342 € per week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in € | 360342 | 700665 | 1020969 | 13201254 | 16251544 | 19301834 | 22352124 | 25402413 | 31502993 | 37603572 | 305290 |
| Price in US$ | 410 | 797 | 1161 | 1502 | 1849 | 2196 | 2544 | 2891 | 3585 | 4279 | 348 |
Starting dates
Every Monday .
Absolute beginners start on: 09.Jan.2017, 06.Feb.2017, 06.Mar.2017, 03.Apr.2017, 02.May.2017, 06.Jun.2017, 03.Jul.2017, 31.Jul.2017, 04.Sep.2017, 02.Oct.2017, 30.Oct.2017, 27.Nov.2017
Absolute beginners start on: 09.Jan.2017, 06.Feb.2017, 06.Mar.2017, 03.Apr.2017, 02.May.2017, 06.Jun.2017, 03.Jul.2017, 31.Jul.2017, 04.Sep.2017, 02.Oct.2017, 30.Oct.2017, 27.Nov.2017
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:45
Afternoon: 14:30 - 15:15
Morning: 9:30 - 13:45
Afternoon: 14:30 - 15:15
High season
High season supplement per week: 20 €High season dates 03.Jul.2017 - 01.Sep.2017
Special Offers
10.00 % discount: 10.00 % discount on tuition fees only. Only valid for courses starting before 02.10.2017.
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Lessons per week: 32 | Max. group size: 12
513 € per week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in € | 540513 | 10601007 | 15601482 | 20401938 | 25252399 | 30102860 | 34953321 | 39803781 | 49504703 | 59205624 | 485461 |
| Price in US$ | 615 | 1207 | 1775 | 2322 | 2873 | 3425 | 3977 | 4529 | 5633 | 6736 | 552 |
Starting dates
Every Monday .
Absolute beginners start on: 09.Jan.2017, 06.Feb.2017, 06.Mar.2017, 03.Apr.2017, 02.May.2017, 06.Jun.2017, 03.Jul.2017, 31.Jul.2017, 04.Sep.2017, 02.Oct.2017, 30.Oct.2017, 27.Nov.2017
Absolute beginners start on: 09.Jan.2017, 06.Feb.2017, 06.Mar.2017, 03.Apr.2017, 02.May.2017, 06.Jun.2017, 03.Jul.2017, 31.Jul.2017, 04.Sep.2017, 02.Oct.2017, 30.Oct.2017, 27.Nov.2017
General course schedule
6-7 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:45
Afternoon: 14:30 - 17:15
Morning: 9:30 - 13:45
Afternoon: 14:30 - 17:15
High season
High season supplement per week: 20 €High season dates 03.Jul.2017 - 01.Sep.2017
Special Offers
10.00 % discount: 10.00 % discount on tuition fees only. Only valid for courses starting before 02.10.2017.
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Lessons per week: 30 | Max. group size: 12
188 € per week(Based on the price of 8 weeks)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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| Price in € | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 15751497 | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 1793 | -- | -- | -- |
Preparation for the telc-exams B1, B2 or C1, consisting of the standard intensive course in the mornings plus 48 lessons exam preparation in the afternoon (2x 3 lessons per week and 6 lessons exam simulation).
Attention: also TestDaF preparation and exam offered on request
Starting dates
2017: 09.Jan.2017, 06.Mar.2017, 01.May.2017, 03.Jul.2017, 04.Sep.2017, 23.Oct.2017.
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 10:00 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:30 - 16:30
Morning: 10:00 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:30 - 16:30
High season
High season supplement per week: 20 €High season dates 03.Jul.2017 - 01.Sep.2017
Exam dates
03.Mar.2017, 28.Apr.2017, 23.Jun.2017, 25.Aug.2017, 27.Oct.2017, 20.Dec.2017
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Note: All courses offered by TANDEM Köln, Cologne can be reserved 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: 45 minutes
Individual classesSingle individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 55 €. 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.
Comments about courses:Course material included the first month. After this the cost is about 20€ per month.
Accommodation
Single room, No meals
22 reviews
130 € per week
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| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Additional Week | Deposit (refundable)* | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 130 | 240 | 330 | 420 | 105 | 100 | 75 |
| Price in US$ | 156 | 288 | 396 | 504 | 126 | 120 | 90 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Parking and TV on request.
Price extra night:
20 € (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)Room Occupancy:
Single room.Distance from school:
25 minutes by public transport (average reported by our former students)Includes:
Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (free WIFI), Heating, No meals, Shared bathroom.Age of students
Minimum age of students: 18
Dates
High season dates 03.Jul.2017 - 01.Sep.2017High season
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
3 reviews
255 € per week
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| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Additional Week | Deposit (refundable)* | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 255 | 490 | 705 | 920 | 230 | 100 | 75 |
| Price in US$ | 306 | 587 | 845 | 1102 | 276 | 120 | 90 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Parking and TV on request.
Price extra night:
40 € (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)Room Occupancy:
Single room.Includes:
Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (free WIFI), Heating, Breakfast & 1 meal, Shared bathroom.Age of students
Minimum age of students: 17
Dates
High season dates 03.Jul.2017 - 01.Sep.2017High season
Single room, Breakfast
3 reviews
190 € per week
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| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Additional Week | Deposit (refundable)* | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 190 | 360 | 510 | 660 | 165 | 100 | 75 |
| Price in US$ | 228 | 432 | 611 | 791 | 198 | 120 | 90 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
TV and parking can be arranged on request.
Price extra night:
30 € (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)Room Occupancy:
Single room.Includes:
Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (free WIFI), Heating, Breakfast, Shared bathroom.Age of students
Minimum age of students: 17
Dates
High season dates 03.Jul.2017 - 01.Sep.2017High season
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
220 € per week
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| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Additional Week | Deposit (refundable)* | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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| Price in € | 220 | 400 | 540 | 640 | 160 | 200 | 75 |
| Price in US$ | 264 | 480 | 647 | 767 | 192 | 240 | 90 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Price per room
Fully furnished for one or two persons travelling together. Prices may vary depending on availability and quality of the apartment. Final cleaning: 40,- €.
Price extra night:
40 € (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)Room Occupancy:
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together).Includes:
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (free WIFI), Heating, No meals, Private bathroom.Age of students
Minimum age of students: 18
Dates
High season dates 03.Jul.2017 - 01.Sep.2017High season
- Max. 1 student of each nationality possible?yes
- Single room: always
- Optional airport transfer
Düsseldorf International Airport:for 150 €(pick up)
Cologne Bonn Airport:for 75 €(pick up)
Reviews
4.2/5.0
Overall rating
55 authentic reviews from students who reserved with usCity
4.5/5.0
Organisation
4.3/5.0
Facilities
4.0/5.0
Social activities
3.9/5.0
Course quality / Progress in language
4.2/5.0
Value for money
4.0/5.0
Accommodation
Homestay
3.8/5.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
3.9/5.0
Other
3.7/5.0
Students liked about TANDEM Köln, Cologne
Tea20 years - Finland
the people,students and teachers :)
Overall rating
4.0/5.0
Value for money
4.0/5.0
Detailed review
City/place
4.0/5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0/5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0/5.0
School organization
4.0/5.0
Social activities
4.0/5.0
Accommodation
Shared flat
3.0/5.0
Additional information
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: the kulturprogram every week
Anne-sophie28 years - Ireland
The motivation of the Teachers
Overall rating
4.0/5.0
Value for money
n/a
Detailed review
City/place
4.0/5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0/5.0
School organization
4.0/5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0/5.0
Accommodation
Homestay
4.0/5.0
Michel36 years - France
nice people
Overall rating
5.0/5.0
Value for money
n/a
Detailed review
City/place
5.0/5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0/5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0/5.0
School organization
5.0/5.0
Social activities
4.0/5.0
Accommodation
Other
5.0/5.0
Additional information
Other comments: great school, I recommend it to all of you
Mami25 years - Japanese
I could make a lot of friends.
Overall rating
4.0/5.0
Value for money
4.0/5.0
Detailed review
City/place
3.0/5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0/5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
3.0/5.0
School organization
4.0/5.0
Social activities
3.0/5.0
Accommodation
Homestay
5.0/5.0
Additional information
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: Longer and longer you stay here, better and better time you can spend.
Other comments: There are many Spanish people here.
Almost every day they have parties at the public bar or someone's house.
We had a lot of fun here in Cologne!
Mozhgan43 years - Iran (islamic Republic Of)
Every one in the school was friendly,
our teachers were very good.
I hope to come back to Tandem school.
Overall rating
5.0/5.0
Value for money
5.0/5.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0/5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0/5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0/5.0
School organization
5.0/5.0
Social activities
4.0/5.0
Accommodation
Homestay
3.0/5.0
Other
3.0/5.0
Shared flat
3.0/5.0
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