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Introduction to German Language and Culture (GLC)
This Summer School offers participants with no prior knowledge of the German language the opportunity to acquire the foundations of German and to experience more than 1000 years of German culture and civilization in and around the city of Osnabrück, the City of Peace. By the end of the program, students will have mastered basic language skills in German equivalent to level A1.1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL).
The program is a cooperation between the Language Center and the International Office at Osnabrück University.
We offer
• a total of 50 hours of classroom instruction,
• an interactive lesson design and small group learning,
• hands-on language practice during leisure activities with student partners from Osnabrück University,
• the opportunity for further self-study at the University’s Self-Access Centre (CLS),
• a rich cultural and recreational program plus an optional 3-day trip to Berlin (for additional EUR 350,-)
• certification of up to 5 ECTS credit points at proficiency level A1.1 of the CEFRL upon successful completion of the language course.
The course fee covers all course materials, accommodation, cultural activities, free public transport, pick-up service from the train station, welcome package and much more!
Course Details
- Name: Introduction to German Language and Culture, A1.1
- Date: July 6 to July 26, 2025; Berlin trip July 27-30, 2025
- Credits awarded: 5 ECTS
- Primary language of instruction: German
- Necessary language level: German: none; English: B1
- Course fee: EUR 1400; EUR 1150 for participants from partner universities
- Application Deadline: April 11, 2025
Syllabus
Your home university may require a syllabus in order to grant credits for successful participation. You will be able to download it in the months leading up to the summer school program.
Application
Applications can be made via our application portal here.
GLC at a Glance
You can download all essential information in a single document (PDF, 6.06 MB).
Course Description
Throughout the three weeks, the language course will train all four language skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing) and will cover grammar and lexis necessary to:
• introduce yourself and others,
• talk about your family and friends,
• go shopping,
• express culinary preferences,
• describe your room,
• tell the time,
• inform others about your daily schedule,
• talk about the weather and the seasons,
• describe what you do in your spare time,
• provide details about your personal interests.
Assessment will be in the form of project work, an interactive oral and a pen-and-paper exam at the end of the course.
Contact
Any questions? Feel free to contact the organizers at stp@uos.de.
