• The Goethe-Institut is Germany’s worldwide cultural institution. With over 60 years of experience, we have built up a network of 160 institutes in 94 countries, and teach German to nearly 30,000 students per year in Germany alone.

• We specialize in teaching German as a foreign language, teacher training and developing curricula, examinations and course materials.

• In Germany, our institutes are located in Berlin, Bonn, Dresden, Dusseldorf, Frankfurt, Freiburg, Göttingen, Hamburg, Heidelberg, Mannheim, Munich, and Schwäbisch Hall.

• We provide a wide range of year-round German language programs including General & Intensive German, Exam Preparation courses, German for university studies, Business German, and more.

• We also provide summer and winter courses for teens and children at attractive locations throughout Germany and Austria.

• Goethe-Institut sets internationally recognised standards in the teaching and learning of German as a foreign language.

• It runs language courses, compiles teaching materials, trains teachers, contributes to scientific research and participates in politico-language initiatives.

Student Review:
“I would never have believed that learning could be so much fun. The teachers at the Goethe-Institut are really good. When I came here I was really afraid to speak German. Now that's hard for me to imagine!"
- Vera, Russia

German Language Courses:

• Beginner to advanced levels

• Year-round program of intensive German courses for general needs (2, 4 & 8 week study options)

• German Evening courses

• Examination preparation for German universities (TestDaF/ C2)

• German for university studies and research

• Year-round & Summer German courses for young learners (children, high school students, and youth ages 9-17)

• Small groups/high intensity courses for companies and individuals, customized courses and one-to-one instruction.

• Courses for business & legal professionals

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2. F+U Academy of Languages, Heidelberg

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Study German at F+U, the largest test centre for TestDaF in Europe!

Established in 1980, F+U Academy of Languages is a top language school based in Heidelberg, a picturesque yet vibrant university city in central Germany, 80 km south of Frankfurt, as well as in Berlin, Darmstadt and Chemnitz.

All F+U schools combined to cater for 11,000 students & exam participants in 2014 alone.

Our courses include Intensive German, Business German, DSH / TestDaF exam preparation, and private German lessons, among others. Evening classes are also available.

Our German teachers are fully qualified and design their lessons with a very lively and entertaining teaching style. Every week, our students can take part in the F+U leisure and cultural activities programme.

As our students come from all over the world (120+ nationalities to date), the atmosphere in our school is very international. Students get to know each other well, and have fun together while learning German.

The city of Heidelberg is very accessible, conveniently located between Frankfurt and Stuttgart international airports. Our school is located at Bismarckplatz in the Altstadt (the old-town).

We offer accommodation in halls of residence, shared or private apartments, homestay with German host families, and hotels.

"I liked my German teachers a lot. They knew how to make the courses more vivid and interesting for the students. The city itself is very beautiful and the weather was always good."
- Oleksandra from Ukraine

German Courses:
- Basic Beginner to Advanced

- German Group classes
- Intensive German courses
- German language exam prep courses for TestDaF / DSH / onDaF / TestAS..
- Intensive Semester Course for TestDaF Exam Preparation
- Academic Year / Long-term
- Morning / Afternoon German
- Evening / Weekend German classes
- Business German
- German Conversation classes
- Private German lessons
- Junior German courses for kids
- German for Seniors (50+)
- Summer courses
- Homestay Program (host family)
- German Internship program
- Combined German + English course..

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3. International House Heidelberg - Collegium Palatinum, Southern Germany

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Ih Heidelberg - Collegium Palatinum, founded in 1958 offers various types of quality German courses for academic, personal or professional purposes all year round, at all levels, for participants coming from all over the world. German language instruction is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEF ).

Our Language School is an affiliate of International House World Organisation (IHWO); member of FaDaF (Association for German as a Foreign Language); and an official test center for telc Language Tests and TestDaF language examinations. Our German language programs are designed to provide total language immersion. Our highly qualified and experienced teachers will emphasize the German culture and lifestyle and will adapt instruction to your specific learning needs and objectives.

A wide range of cultural activities and excursions are organized to enrich the learning experience. The school is located in one of the most beautiful regions of romantic Heidelberg, only some few minutes away from the shopping streets, cafes, restaurants, music halls and theatres.

German Standard Course 20, German Intensive Course 25, German Combination Course 25 Plus 5, German Intensive Course 30, Exam Preparation Courses for telc and TestDaF, Private and specialized instruction, Small Group Course, Private Lessons: German for Business, Online German Courses

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4. Primus Fremdsprachen Institut, Nuremberg

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• Primus Fremdsprachen Institut is a popular German language school located in the heart of Nuremberg in the state of Bavaria in south-east Germany.

• Founded in 1986, we offer German courses to international students & expats with all levels of German - beginner, intermediate and advanced.

• Our courses include intensive German courses, exam preparation for the Test DaF, DSH & Goethe exams, private lessons and more through morning, afternoon, and evening classes.

• Our team consists of highly-experienced and competent teachers who specialize in the areas of language training, adult education, translation and pedagogics. Our German courses are taught by native German speakers.

• The goal of our German courses program is to help you not only feel comfortable in speaking the language of your choice but also the written form. We aim to give you the ability to feel comfortable and react appropriately in all situations.

• Nuremberg is located 170km north of Munich and is the second largest city in Bavaria. It is served by excellent road and rail links. Nuremberg Airport offers flights to major cities in Germany and throughout Europe, as well as connecting flights via other airports to international destinations worldwide.

Student Review:
"A great experience, and a great school in a great city. If you are willing to come and study the German language, do not hesitate and come quickly to Primus. Thanks for the great time spent in Nürnberg and precisely at Primus."
- Tarek, Lebanon

German Courses:
• Beginner to advanced levels (A1, A2, B1, B2 & C1 courses)
• Morning, afternoon & evening German classes
• Intensive German courses (24 lessons per week)
• Test DaF / DSH / Goethe exam preparation classes
• Private German lessons
• Business German course for professionals
• German classes for healthcare workers in hospitals, doctors offices, and homecare
• German courses for secondary school students / teenagers
• Summer German courses
• Short-term German courses

Also: Courses for English, Italian, French, Portuguese & Russian.

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5. F+U Academy of Languages, Berlin

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Established in 1980, F+U Academy of Languages is one of Europe's largest language schools with partners around the globe and schools in Berlin, Heidelberg, Darmstadt and Chemnitz, (all centers combined had more than 11,000 students and exam participants in 2014 alone).

F+U Academy of Languages Berlin is situated on Berlin's famous Friedrichstrasse in Mitte (the heart of the city), and provides a wide range of beginner to advanced level German language courses.

Renowned for its diverse educational programme, its international character and excellent value for money, the F+U Academy of Languages sets itself apart from the crowd.

We offer decades of teaching experience, and highly qualified and experienced German teachers who approach their teaching with a very lively and entertaining style.

Our language programmes can include homestay or hostel / apartment accommodation, and students can participate in a wide range of leisure and cultural activities in addition to their German language lessons.

Recognitions: F+U Academy of Languages is member of the Organisation for German as a Foreign Language (fadaf) and of the Association of German Private Schools (VDP).

German for adults / college students:

- Intensive German courses
- Academic / Year-long German courses
- German Exam prep courses (DSH / TestDaF)
- Mini group morning / afternoon classes
- Evening German courses
- Individual German lessons (private one-to-one, duo, trio)
- German Conversation classes
- Business German courses
- German Grammar for beginners
- Customized German courses
- Senior German course 50+
- Combined German + English course
- German Cultural & Leisure Programme
- Professional development seminar for German teachers
- German IT courses

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6. Step Into German - Online Lessons via Zoom / Skype (Worldwide)

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Based in Tokyo, Japan, Step Into German provides online, Skype & Zoom-based German language lessons to students from around the globe.

Our beginner to advanced level, private German classes online are taught by an experienced teacher. Classes are available at flexible times according at your schedule and according to your special needs.

Online German Lessons:

- Beginner to advanced levels
- Study from anywhere in the world via Skype
- Experienced, professional tutor
- Flexible schedule & study options

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7. Sprachforum Heinrich Heine Düsseldorf

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Sprachforum Heinrich Heine Düsseldorf, founded in 1992 by former lecturers of Düsseldorf's Heinrich Heine University, is an international language institute. Our school is a member of the professional association German as a foreign language FaDaF and is recognised pursuant to the German Federal Law concerning the promotion of Education and Training.

Sprachforum Heinrich Heine Düsseldorf has been licenced for TestDaF examination since 2002. Our school is situated in close proximity to Heinrich Heine Düsseldorf University. We are a school with a very high quality standard and with an open and friendly atmosphere. We have free Internet for our students and one cafeteria. You will feel at home and learn a lot!

The lessons are taught by highly qualified and experienced teachers - who have a special university qualification for German as a Foreign Language. We believe in a intercultural and communicative approach to teaching.

- 4- week courses German as a Foreign Language, throughout the year, in 10 different levels
- In July and August we offer 4- week Summer Courses with an interesting leisure program.
- Applicants who want to begin their studies at a German University can take the TestDaF-Examination.
- We offer TestDaF-Preparation-Courses prior to each TestDaF-examination.
- We also offer evening courses for students who would like to brush up on their German skills and have no time during the day.

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8. Linguu

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Located in the picturesque town of Ransbach-Baumbach, in the Rhineland-Palatinate area of western Germany, Linguu provides specialized German or English language training courses.

In our intensive German or English language courses, the topics are discussed and planned with the participants in advance, and the content is designed specifically for the student's individual needs.

Before we will start the course, we will have an interview via phone to get to know your language topics and level. All participants (max 6) have the same language level.

Our seminars take place in our training rooms and other places (e.g. Hotels, restaurants, exhibitions, castles etc.) Our focus is a relaxed and realistic German / English training.

Specialized / Individualized German & English Language Training:

- General German language courses

- German Weekend course

- General English language courses

- German / English Job Application training

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9. Carl Duisberg Centren Gmbh, Radolfzell

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Located in southern Germany, directly on Lake Constance near the Swiss Alps, Carl Duisberg Centren in Radolfzell provides high-quality German language courses year-round to students from all over the world. We teach adults from beginner to advanced level. In addition, we provide summer and winter camps for children and teenagers.

The closest international airport is Zurich in Switzerland which is only 55km away. There are also excellent train and bus connections from Frankfurt, Stuttgart and other German and Swiss cities. Radolfzell is only 2 hours from winter sports centers in Austria and Switzerland, great if you are a skier or snowboarder!

Founded in 1981, our school is conveniently situated beside the Radolfzell City Gardens and offers a view of the historic, medieval center of town. Our school has a personal, friendly atmosphere and our students quickly feel at home. This small school has eight classrooms, a small cafeteria, a computer room and a basement party room.

Many students stay in small groups in the Carl Duisberg guest houses. Alternatively, we can offer homestay accommodation with carefully-selected host families who live in the town or in the surrounding villages.

- Intensive Course Plus (24 Teaching Units (TUs) / week group course + 6 TUs / week Supervised Self-study Program)
- Crash Course (24 TUs / week group course + 6 supervised Self-study Program + 5 or 10 one-to-one lessons)
- One-to-One Executive Course (20 or 40TUs / week)
- Learning & Living at the trainer's home
- Preparation for TestDaF, PWD, telc & DSH

Youth Programs:
- Summer Holiday (15+)
- Winter Special (15+)
- Football Camp (10-14)
- Dance Camp (10-14)

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10. Wortland, Munich

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Wortland focus on one-on-one tuition in Munich for German, English, French, Spanish with abilities to also teach exotic languages. Trainers are qualified and experienced native speakers with a commitment to teaching lively and in a fun way. Wortland is well-known for successfully teaching both business customers and private persons.
From the beginning you will be immersed into the language you are learning. With interactive training based on real-life situations, you will successfully learn to speak the target language in conversations, discussions and meetings. You will improve your language skills with grammar, vocabulary and appropriate writing exercises, such as composing e-mails and letters. We provide personal training plans tailored to your needs. Quality is our goal thus we constantly follow up the tuition and keep close contact to our students.

Individual teaching in German, English, French, Spanish for
business partners and private persons.
Courses from 2 hours per week to intensive courses with 20/30/40 hours per week. Intercultural training and social events