Since 2013, our Berlin language school has stood for goal- and practice-oriented language programs for prospective international students (university preparation), professionals, government agencies and diplomatic missions in Berlin and Brandenburg. The upgrade as a language institute at the VICTORIA | International University – formerly the University of Business, Technology and Culture (hwtk) – for which we have already been acting as the International Office since 2017, further raises our profile. Our language courses are now ECTS-eligible and can be credited toward subsequent university studies. Our international expertise helps hundreds of young people from all over the world gain university places in Germany every year. VICTORIA University’s specialization in dual study programs based on the split-week model is also reflected in our language courses: All intensive courses are now geared toward the most effective possible intermeshing of theory transfer and practical applicability. We want you to get along just as well on the street, at the bakery, or in a German government office as you do at work or in the lecture hall. Our individual and corporate customers also benefit from our proximity to academic operations, its research and innovation potential, and its dual networking with Berlin’s business community. In dozens of subject areas and industries, from law to marketing, healthcare, and international management, we have our finger on the pulse and know exactly what matters in terms of technical language.
It was in 1984 when we started teaching German as a foreign language. Since then thousands of students from all over the world joined our classes and many of them returned a second and sometimes a third time. Both of our schools are in the very centre of the two most attractive German cities: Munich and Berlin. Thanks to our highly qualified teachers, the welcoming atmosphere and the modern teaching facilities we have earned a very good international reputation. In our classrooms, students from all over the world meet to learn German. Our teachers as well as the other members of our school office team are always available for advice. A student library and free internet access (even wireless) is at our students‘ disposal. Our fully equipped kitchen is a popular hang-out during the breaks and enables an intensive exchange between students and teachers beyond lesson time. Here, extra-curricular activities for the evenings and weekends are planned and these often form the beginning of lasting friendships. BWS Germanlingua is committed to offering quality German language courses to foreigners in a pleasant environment that respects the values of each participant, with the aim of strengthening communication between different linguistic communities in the world. We do not only focus on teaching the German language, but also the German culture and costumes. Our staff and teachers will do their utmost to integrate every student and will always be happy to help and give advice also beyond teaching hours to make Germany your home away from home! We believe that excellent teaching is the most essential asset to a successful school. Due to continuous further training, our qualified and experienced teachers are well acquainted with the latest developments in the area of German as a foreign language. You will note that our instructors can be seen as highly motivated, very competent and knowledgeable friends who are teaching the class. As a result, the members of our staff are not only available to discuss matters of German language but are also happy to help you with advice on other subjects of life. A lot of times they even organize our extra-curricular activities.
Feet in the water (or nearly). Our course center is ideally located on the banks of lake Werbellinsee. Surrounded by the forest, our campus is set in a vast protected estate of more than 100 hectares, where nature and lake prevail. We have our own beach, sports hall, beach volleyball courts, large-screen movie theater, kiosk and night club as well as many other sports and leisure facilities to encourage a social atmosphere. Each bedroom is complete with a private bathroom with shower. Classrooms are perfectly fitted for stimulating language teaching and located only a few meters away from the bedrooms. Students enjoy free internet access throughout the campus. All of the major Berlin attractions are within easy reach thanks to weekly excursions offered by ALPADIA.
About the ABRAKADABRA Spielsprachschule Berlin: The children's language school Berlin was founded in 2001 and is a market leader in the field of early language acquisition in Berlin. It is primarily children aged 3 to 12 that learn at our school. We are presently represented in over 140 institutions. Throughout the school year our mobile play instructors come to kindergardens, elementary schools and private householde where they offer playful group and one on one classes for children in German, English, Spanish and French. In our centrally located premises at Bundesplatz we can offer you a wide choice of courses on weekdays, in the afternoons or on Saturday mornings. The rooms have been especially arranged to meet the needs of children. It is possible to enter a course in progress at any time. Further locations are situated all over Berlin. German and English Daycamps in Berlin: During the school holidays we are offering exciting daycamps for children ages 4-12 years in Berlin. For the children its a joyful journey in a new world, far away from the stresses of everyday life. In fact, its loads of fun here with us! We are excited to report more than 98,2% customer satisfaction in 2019! About our ABRAKADABRA method: From the time of its birth every child has acquired the natural abilities to learn a language. They can imitate the sounds they hear, then understand words and later form sentences before finally mastering the language fully. These skills can also be tapped for a second or third language which then penetrates, like the mother tongue, via another section of the brain into much deeper layers than an additional language learnt in later years. There is a good early language learning possibility which has proved its worth in Canada for the past thirty years. In this so-called immersion method children are thrown into a language bath where they first splash around and then start swimming with pleasure. A language is learnt by moving around in that language, by living in it. It has been scientifically proven that different areas of the brain are activated when small children and adults are learning. When children learn languages, the same part of the brain is involved as when they learn their mother tongue. However, according to the principle of Total Physical Response it is considerably easier for them to learn a further language in conjunction with the perception of all senses. In the children's language school we avoid artificial communication as in conventional language lessons. Language is taught without any classical textbooks. Children play in whatever language they are learning. Our children enter a new language world playfully and effortlessly and without being overtaxed learn a foreign language with all their senses seemingly quite involuntarily.
The KINDERSPRACHCLUB, established in Berlin in 1996, is dedicated to making language learning an enjoyable and engaging experience for children. Our mission is encapsulated in our slogan: "Active Language Class." We provide a dynamic environment where children can learn or enhance their skills in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian or Turkish through a variety of fun and interactive activities. Our teaching quality is exceptional, as all our instructors are native speakers who bring a genuine passion for their language to the classroom. This not only fosters a love for the language but also helps students build confidence in their ability to communicate effectively. Our curriculum is designed to be both comprehensive and engaging, covering essential topics such as food and drinks, home and family, body parts, feelings and senses, people and animals, time of day, seasons, weather, the alphabet, numbers, counting, travel, and transportation. At KINDERSPRACHCLUB, we believe in the power of active and communicative instruction. Our classes are filled with professionally developed games, role-plays, and creative work papers that encourage children to express themselves in the target language. We incorporate a variety of activities, including singing, arts and crafts, and movement-based games. Depending on the weather, we also organize outdoor activities like scavenger hunts, ensuring that learning remains fun and engaging. Located in the heart of Berlin, our facilities are designed to create a welcoming and stimulating environment for children. We provide ample space for both indoor and outdoor activities, allowing for a versatile learning experience that adapts to the needs of our students. In summary, the KINDERSPRACHCLUB offers a high-quality language education that is both enjoyable and effective, supported by experienced native-speaking teachers and a vibrant learning environment. We are committed to helping children thrive in their language journey while having fun along the way.
Berlin International is part of a growing international network of university campuses, offering a cutting edge international study experience and an ideal preparation for careers in an increasingly globalized work environment. Located in the heart of Berlin, we offer a challenging, innovative, and practice-oriented education which is open to all on equal terms. Not least because of our qualified academic and administrative staff, we do offer individual care and attention to all of our students. A central part of all study programs is the training of general skills such as presentation skills and self-organization as well as business plan development and the creation of design concepts.
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As I only spent a week at the school and didn't live there my feedback can only be quite limited. I found registering and renting books to be an easy process and the staff was nice while taking care of it. My actual classes were great and I really... more
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