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What our students said about Berlin
I was absolutely in love with the city. There is always so much to do related to culture, music and art! The nightlife was amazing as well. They were best the nights of my life. If you are looking for a place with cultural background but also fun activities, Berlin is the place!
Portugal
Loved Berlin. Weather was crazy but oh well. Amazing city, loads to do, very friendly. Subway's and transport in general isn't very friendly in terms of understanding what ticket you need to buy but in general great experience.
Russia
Fascinating. Easy to get about. Civilised cyclists. Interesting architecture. Trees, birds and clean fresh air. Visible marks and monuments of human greatness and human horror with Museums and Monuments to explain it all.
England UK
Berlin is a wonderful city full of interesting things to do. If you love culture, politics and history-- Berlin is definitely the place to explore. It is super safe and the locals are very friendly :)
Spain
Berlin is a great city. I feel calm in it like in St. Petersburg) Everyone will find something of their own in this city)
Russia
Just great!! Easy orientation, great helpful people, cosmopolitan!
Czech Republic
Great city and affordable. Would never get bored!
England UK
Due to covid, there was barely any nightlife.
Spain
Nice city, huge history, many things to do !
France
A very nice city where you want to return.
Russia
What school directors said about Berlin
Berlin is the capital of Germany and has 170 museums, 300 art galleries, castles, churches, countless parks, opera houses, theaters, cinemas, clubs, bars and cafés. Berlin is a very diverse, dynamic and creative city, which is rich in contrasts and offers visitors unique insights into German culture
It is a capital city with a unique soul. Home to more than 165 museums, 300 art galleries and 150 theatres, it is a kaleidoscope of artistic activity.
Berlin is young, dynamic, international and has numerous concert halls, theatres, opera houses, museums, art collections and galleries. It is also a centre of science and the greenest EU city.
Berlin is a capital of cool, a paradise for lovers of culture. Berlin has many lakes, rivers, parks. Berlin is less expensive than other capitals.
Most recent student reviews of language schools in Berlin
Great school, serious about learning German and very kind staff.
25 October 2022
Course: Intensive Course - 3 weeks
Student age: 24 years
Nice building in the center of Berlin.
Good school I can recommend them !
26 July 2022
Course: Intensive Course - Theory & Practice Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 54 years
The availability, commitment and patience of my teachers.
30 May 2022
Course: Intensive Course - 4 weeks
Student age: 70 years
Standard of teaching was great, the textbook used was useful. Stammtisch (after class activities) was useful. Homestay was superb.
29 November 2021
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 21 years
Organization, flexibility, friendly atmosphere
Clearer control of the accommodation in the host family - creates a bad and incompetent impression on EF!
20 July 2021
Course: Intensive Course + Accommodation - 2 weeks
Student age: 16 years
Very good teachers. They could have safely organised activities but they didn't.
31 August 2020
Course: Main Course - 8 weeks
Student age: 45 years
Verena the teacher. Location. Flexibility of choice of classes. Good times for classes.
10 August 2020
Course: Main Course + Module Course - 3 weeks
Student age: 18 years
Once a week, a test for passing the material, if two times in half a year (4 weeks) wrote on a score of less than 60%, they send it to the course below, so it stimulates
There were no Russian-speaking students in my course, for me it is a plus, the group is very multinational, if you want to get to know each other and communicate, you will have to develop spoken German
30 March 2020
Course: Intensive Course - 12 weeks
Student age: 42 years
The teacher Olga was lovely!
Overall, I think its a good school but not the best. For the money, location and easy accommodation (since it's very difficult to find a place to live in Berlin and expensive at the moment), it was good!
6 December 2019
Course: Main Course - 8 weeks
Student age: 21 years
The school is not the worst for learning a language.
I wish the administration worked better. Some moments baffled me. But apart from the awful campus experience, the school itself is beautiful.
14 October 2019
Course: Main Course - 20 weeks
Student age: 35 years
Claudia and Olga are wonderful teachers!
7 October 2019
Course: Main Course - 3 weeks
Student age: 32 years
The teachers are great
No vegan food in the vending machines.
9 September 2019
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 53 years
German course types in Berlin
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General German courses
General adult courses cover the main elements of the German language for all levels and have various options including number of lessons per week and course duration. -
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German exam preparation courses
Exam preparation courses cover a number of different German exams, which are designed for completion of a specific German level or for particular admission purposes.- TELC - Berlin (17)
- TestDaF - Berlin (10)
- Other exams - Berlin (8)
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Junior German courses
For students under 18 years of age who want to study German, there are a selection of day courses, week packages with accommodation choices and whole family programmes. -
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Work & Study German programmes
Offered as a combination of German classes followed by the programme, the Work and Study option provides students with work placements or volunteering opportunities in certain fields. -
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Private German courses
One-to-one classes in German are available in bundles which can be added to general German courses or as a stand alone course. -
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Business German courses
Business people can enhance their German language used within this field by selecting a group or private class, which focuses solely on using German in the business context. -
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Specialty courses German
Teacher training programmes and school trips are just some of the German options students can take in the Specialty category.
Information about Berlin
- All budgets are possible - cheap for a European capital city.
- Great variety of clubs and bars.
- Interesting history.
- Modern and artistic influences throughout.
- Winter can reach low temperatures.
- Large expat community - need to be firm in practising German outside the classroom.
Key Facts about Berlin
- Student price index excluding rent:63* (37% cheaper than New York)
- Student price index including rent:51* (49% cheaper than New York)
- Price index food only:66* (34% cheaper than New York)
- Big Mac price (Germany average):
4.49 € (7% cheaper than in USA)
- Residential voltage: 230 V
- Frequency: 50 Hz
Weather in Berlin
Events in Berlin
07 March 2023 - 09 March 2023The largest travel trade fair in the world with over 10000 exhibitors presenting the latest travel trends as well as dream destinations. The fair also includes stands for individual countries, concerts, shows and culinary delights. Truly unforgettable.
May 2023 - June 2023Berlin welcomes over 1.4 million visitors each year for this spectacular street festival celebrating Berlin's cultural diversity. More than 5000 performers can be found in the streets of the city wearing masks and costumes. The event culminates in a massive parade on Pentecost Sunday.
21 June 2023What began as a small parade is now the biggest and best of the various music festivals in the city. The Fête de la Musique is celebrated worldwide as a non-profit, non-commercial music festival.
03 October 2023Every 3rd of October is the national day of Germany. Celebrations include speeches by politicians, concerts, fireworks and more.
31 December 2023Welcome 2019 in the most legendary way by celebrating New Year's Eve with over a million people at the Brandenburg Gate.
What to do in Berlin
Arrival airport
Public transportation to city center:
Every 60 minutes
Main stops: BER T5
30-60
Main stops: Berlin Hauptbahnhof - BER T1-2 / Nauen - BER T1-2/ Dessau / Bad Belzig - Wünsdorf-Waldstadt/ Potsdam - Königs Wusterhause
Every 20 minutes
Main stops: Spandau - BER T1-2/ Südkreuz - BER T1-2
Taxi: 45 minutes drive to city center of Berlin
Q&A - Questions and answers about Berlin
- Which junior campus is located near the central station?DID - Deutsch Institut offers a course for juniors with accommodation in Park Residence. This course takes place 10-minute walk from the central station.I have 1 room available and would like to host one of your participants. Who should I contact?If you would like to offer a room for language students, please contact the schools in Berlin directly.I'm looking for a course for DaF teachers in Germany. I'm looking for new methodical and didactic ideas for my lessons. Could you please recommend schools where such courses are held?The DID in Berlin offers a teacher training course with the following content: - Standard Course 20 - 4 extra lessons with class attendance - 2 lessons with topics specifically for teachers - the program includes 2 activities per week and weekend excursions (entrance fees not included)How long does it take to go from an A1 level to a B2 in German?“It is normally said that it takes 8 weeks of Intensive course to go from an A1 to a B2, but it is also possible by doing 6 weeks of a Super Intensive Course (full day classes), of course it might take sligthly longer to do it with a Standard Course (half day).”from GLS - German Language School - Oct 25, 2022My current German level is A1 and I would like to reach the B1 level before going to University. Can I book a course and start any Monday?The school offers group lessons for all levels, starting every month. Just let us know if you have any preferences regarding the start date and we will send more information about the programmes and their respective schedules.I am looking for a German language course for our daughter, who will be 17 years old, who will be taking a gap year. I also want to know what the group composition is in terms of age. I've clicked on campus now, but maybe that's not a good idea? And can you do other hobbies in addition to the language to learn the language in a playful way?“How nice to read that your daughter is going to take a gap year in Berlin. She's must definitely be looking forward to that! The most enjoyed German course is the intensive 20 lessons per week course. In this type of course she has lessons from Monday to Friday, usually in the mornings between 09:00-13:00. Each school has a different average age. We can look at this per school. For example, GLS is a very good option (average age between 19-24 years old) and they also have the campus accommodation. Campus accommodation is nice for younger students as it is usually close to school (whether or not next to the school) and with other students from the school, so it'll be fun quickly! In Berlin, combination courses are also offered with horse riding and tennis, unfortunately not with dance. However, I can imagine that if she has found a good school, they will certainly have recommendations for a possible dance course at another organisation. I also recommend a host family if you want to experience a complete immersion in the country and its culture. If you book including half board or full board, you can even practice your language at the table with the host family.”Robin Rebecca Pietersma, Dutch Consultant from LanguageCourse.net - Feb 03, 2022
FAQ about schools in Berlin
- What is the best language school for adults in Berlin?Anda Sprachschule has received the best overall rating in Berlin.Which German school in Berlin has the best location?Carl Duisberg Centrum, located in Jaegerstr. 64, Berlin-Mitte has been voted as the school with the best location in Berlin.What type of business German courses are offered in Berlin?In Berlin the following courses are offered specifically for business German: Business German Private.Do schools in Berlin offer courses to prepare for German exams? Which exams?Schools in Berlin offer specific preparation courses for the following exams: TestDaF, Other exams, TELC.What is the best month to travel to Berlin?See the climate table of Berlin and the event calendar of Berlin with events such as ITB Berlin - The Worlds Leading Travel Trade Show, Carnival of Cultures, Music Festival .How much is the cheapest German course in Berlin?239€ for 2 weeks is the lowest price for a German course in Berlin. The average cost of a language course in Berlin is 295€ per week.Which schools in Berlin offer the best excursions and afternoon activities?Students rated the activity program at GLS - German Language School as the best.Which German school offers the best rated teaching in Berlin?Anda Sprachschule was rated highest for quality of teaching.Which school offers the best accommodation in Berlin?'Flat Share with International Students' at GLS - German Language School is the best rated accommodation in Berlin.What are the costs of living in Berlin?The student price index in Berlin is 63.3. For details check the city's cost of living section.How did students rate Berlin compared to other cities?Students rated Berlin with 4.7 stars out of 5.What is the best airport to arrive to in Berlin?Best airport to arrive to in Berlin is Berlin Brandenburg (19.1 km from city center). See information about all arrivals and airport information for Berlin.I'm looking for a German course in Berlin for my daughter who will be 16 years old in August. Can she start in August?“The minimum required age for adult courses is 16-18 years at our partner schools in Berlin. She can join an adult course after her 16th birthday. Junior courses are only available during summer and they usually end at the end of July. You can always get in touch with us and we check the possible starting dates for you. ”Angela, Consultant from Languagecourse.net - Mar 10, 2023Is it possible to stay after the language course to continue the studies there and as I am a foreign studentUnfortunately we cannot comment on this. It will depend on the type of visa you have and/or the residence permit. The best thing to do is to contact the embassy to find out what the conditions are.
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