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BWS Germanlingua Berlin
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Course description

These classes will prepare you for varying levels of German Examinations. Most students take an exam after their stay here at the nearby Geothe Institute. The certificate is recognized around the world by most employers, universities, and governments.

In the afternoon students have 3 or 6 lessons of preparation for the exams in small groups of max. 2 partici­pants. (In summer the schedule can be vice versa.) We offer preparation for the following exams TELC and Goethe.

Students in the Ele­mentary level can prepare for the Zertifikat B1 (formerly ZD).

Students in the Intermediate level can take part in training for the Zertifikat C1 (formerly ZMP), the Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Zugang ausländischer Studienbewerber (DSH) or the TestDaF;

Students in the Advanced level have the opportunity to prepare for the Zertifikat C2 (formerly ZOP).

We highly recommend all long term students at BWS Germanlingua, who would like to take one of these exams, to book 4 to 8 weeks of preparation for exams in addition to the standard course, due to the fact that the exams have become more and more difficult since the reformation.

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary and Grammar

Class schedule

Course duration
1-48 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
6 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 45 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
22 Dec 2024 - 03 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 29 May 2025, 09 Jun 2025, 03 Oct 2025, 22 Dec 2025 - 02 Jan 2026

BWS does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Class times

You can choose from the following class times:

Afternoon session
02:30 PM - 05:00 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in Berlin.

Class size

Average 1 student
Maximum 2 students

Student age

Age range 16 years old and older
Average 25 years old
(20 in the summer)

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

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.

Year opened
1984
Number of classrooms
9

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Library
  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • TV Room
  • Elevators
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • Studying Area
  • Sports Activities

Teacher qualifications

Native German speakers
All
Teachers with German teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at BWS Germanlingua Berlin varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 25. In the summer, the average age is 20.

School holidays

BWS does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
22 Dec 2024 - 03 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 29 May 2025, 09 Jun 2025, 03 Oct 2025, 22 Dec 2025 - 02 Jan 2026

School location

BWS Germanlingua was founded in 1984 and since then carries out German language courses. We have developed an excellent reputation amongst international students with our high level of teaching and friendly atmosphere. The large number of students who return to the school each year is proof of our success.

Our schools are located in Munich, Cologne and Berlin in a quiet site close to the city centre. Thanks to our highly qualified and experienced teachers, the friendly and welcoming atmosphere and the modern teaching facilities, the school has earned its reputation for quality courses.

In our classrooms students from all over the world meet to learn German together. A student library is at the disposal of those who want to continue their studies after the lessons and the teachers are always available with tips and advice.

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Wojciech Trella, student from Poland

Location and facilities were good. Classes and teachers were very good.

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Date of study
17 Jul 2023 - 21 Jul 2023
Would you recommend this school?
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"Very educational and a dynamic way of teaching."

Volkert Van Der Gun, student from Netherlands

The classes were really interactive, what I liked about it. We were discussing themes which the student would interest, for instance nightclubbing, food and restaurants, politics, sports and so on. It was challenging as well, because we sometimes had to give presentations fully in German or write letters in German, which was in the meantime exciting too. I like the dynamic way of how we got educated, by changing teachers every week, with every teacher having his own style and own way of transmitting the language.

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Duration of study
3 weeks
Date of study
3 Oct 2022 - 28 Oct 2022
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"This experience corresponded to what I expected"

Vincent DUCROS, student from France

I had individualized lessons, it was very rich to progress

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24 Oct 2022 - 28 Oct 2022
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"Excellent"

David Berniger, student from Spain

The very positive experience and in particular with my teacher Maryan. Highly recommended. Thank you very much.

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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
14 May 2018 - 25 May 2018
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Housing

BWS offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Shared Twin Room (Breakfast Only)

£ 242
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Berlin
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast (6 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, and heating
Distance to school: 25 - 45 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
£ 242
Bed and breakfast is provided with carefully selected host families, where a twin room is shared with another student of a different nationality. Half-board and single rooms are available at extra cost and are the most popular option.

This option offers the possibility to indulge into German daily life, culture and food and the opportunity to speak German also after school hours. There is no such thing as a classical “host family”, so your accommodation could be with a big family of father, mother, two kids and a dog as well as a single mother and her child, a single person or a couple. In any case, we always do our utmost to match your needs, requirements and interests with the host family’s profile.

Besides, our shared students apartment with single and twin rooms as well as private studio apartments, both self-catering, are available for those students who would like to be more independent.

We also organize hotel and business apartment accommodation upon request.

Homestay - Single-Person Room (Breakfast Only)

£ 323
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Berlin
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast (6 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, and heating
Distance to school: 25 - 45 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
£ 323
Bed and breakfast is provided with carefully selected host families, where a twin room is shared with another student of a different nationality. Half-board and single rooms are available at extra cost and are the most popular option.

This option offers the possibility to indulge into German daily life, culture and food and the opportunity to speak German also after school hours. There is no such thing as a classical “host family”, so your accommodation could be with a big family of father, mother, two kids and a dog as well as a single mother and her child, a single person or a couple. In any case, we always do our utmost to match your needs, requirements and interests with the host family’s profile.

Besides, our shared students apartment with single and twin rooms as well as private studio apartments, both self-catering, are available for those students who would like to be more independent.

We also organize hotel and business apartment accommodation upon request.

Homestay - Shared Twin Room (Breakfast & Dinner)

£ 332
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Berlin
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (12 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, and heating
Distance to school: 25 - 45 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
£ 332
Bed and breakfast is provided with carefully selected host families, where a twin room is shared with another student of a different nationality. Half-board and single rooms are available at extra cost and are the most popular option.

This option offers the possibility to indulge into German daily life, culture and food and the opportunity to speak German also after school hours. There is no such thing as a classical “host family”, so your accommodation could be with a big family of father, mother, two kids and a dog as well as a single mother and her child, a single person or a couple. In any case, we always do our utmost to match your needs, requirements and interests with the host family’s profile.

Homestay - Single-Person Room (Breakfast & Dinner)

£ 413
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Berlin
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (12 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, and heating
Distance to school: 25 - 45 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
£ 413
Living with a host family offers the possibility to indulge into German daily life, culture and food and the opportunity to speak German also after school hours. There is no such thing as a classical “host family”, so your accommodation could be with a big family of father, mother, two kids and a dog as well as a single mother and her child, a single person or a couple. In any case, we always do our utmost to match your needs, requirements and interests with the host family’s profile.

There are more accommodation options available such as school-owned apartment stay, business apartment etc.
apartment

Shared Apartment - Shared Twin Room (No Meals)

£ 242
weekly
Age range: 20 - 50 years old
Location: In the city center of Berlin
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, tV room, and heating
Distance to school: 10 - 30 minutes
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
£ 242
In our students' apartment you will share a flat with other students of our school. You have the option to book a “twin room” which you will share with another student of a different nationality or to book a “single room” just for yourself. In both cases, you will be sharing the kitchen and bathroom with all students living in the residence. Please note that the minimum age for this type of accommodation is 18.

Shared apartment - Single-Person Room (No Meals)

£ 323
weekly
Age range: 20 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Berlin
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, tV room, and heating
Distance to school: 10 - 30 minutes
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
£ 323
The students’ residence is situated within 10min walking distance from school. It is a self-catering flat with four rooms with a fully equipped shared kitchen a shared bathroom. The flat is located on the first floor. There is a TV and a CD/radio player. Bedsheets will be provided (towels will not be provided). Students are responsible for cleaning their own room and to keep the kitchen and bathroom clean during the week. Attention: There must be absolute silence from 10PM!

Studio Apartment - Single-Person Room (No Meals)

£ 422
weekly
Age range: 20 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Berlin
Housing type: Private apartment
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, wireless internet, free internet, and tV room
Distance to school: 10 - 15 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
£ 422
The studio apartment is situated in a lovely neighbourhood near Friedrichshain with its typical bars and restaurants, a lovely Saturday weekly market and a Sunday flea-market. It is a self-catering one-room apartment with a fully equipped kitchenette and own bathroom. It has 22 m2 and is simply furnished with a double bed of 140cm width, a table, chairs and armchair. Instead of a closet, there is a coat-hook, taking a couple of coat-hangers and a small cupboard. There is a TV and a CD/radio player. Towels and bedsheets will be provided. Please respect that this is a non-smoking space.

Studio Apartment - Two-Person Room (No Meals)

£ 512
weekly
Age range: 20 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Berlin
Housing type: Private apartment
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, wireless internet, free internet, and tV room
Distance to school: 10 - 15 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
£ 512
The studio apartment is situated in a lovely neighbourhood near Friedrichshain with its typical bars and restaurants, a lovely Saturday weekly market and a Sunday flea-market. It is a self-catering one-room apartment with a fully equipped kitchenette and own bathroom. It has 22 m2 and is simply furnished with a double bed of 140cm width, a table, chairs and armchair. Instead of a closet, there is a coat-hook, taking a couple of coat-hangers and a small cupboard. There is a TV and a CD/radio player. Towels and bedsheets will be provided. Please respect that this is a non-smoking space.
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Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged 150 € when you register.

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Berlin based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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