2017

LEARNING GERMAN
IN BONN

Sprache. Kultur. Deutschland.

INTENSIVE COURSES

INTENSIVE 4
Approx. four weeks,
17 days of lessons
85 UI (approx. 25 UI per week)
max. class size: 16
1,115/1,250

09.01.02.02.
06.02.03.03.
06.03.30.03.
03.04.29.04.
02.05.27.05.
29.05.24.06.

03.07.27.07.
31.07.24.08.
28.08.21.09.
25.09.20.10.
23.10.18.11.
20.11.14.12.

The dates indicate the arrival and departure dates.

There are no lessons on those dates.

Lesson times
Monday Friday, 8:30 a.m. 1:00 p.m. or 1:30 6:00 p.m. 1
Youll learn in a group for approx. four weeks, either in a morning
or afternoon course, depending on the institute you choose and the
course level. There are 12 possible starting dates spread over the
entire year.
This will enable you to develop your language skills and combine any
number of courses to create a systematic language-learning program.
At the start of your course we will ask you about your individual
learning goals and follow up with ongoing support during the learning
process. This results in tight integration of the classroom lessons,
self-study activities and practice.
At all levels you also have the option of taking one of our examinations, which are recognized around the world.
Services
intensive language training from Monday to Friday
all levels
placement test before the beginning of the course
ongoing evaluation of progress and systematic advice on your
individual learning path
participation certificate
opportunity to take an examination at the end of the course
all course materials
self-directed learning in the media resource center
extensive cultural and leisure program

UI = 45-minute unit of instruction

1 From levels B1 and B2, the courses take place in the afternoon.

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INTENSIVE COURSES

INTENSIVE 2
Approx. two weeks,
nine days of lessons
45 UI (approx. 25 UI per week)
max. class size: 16
640

09.01.21.01.
06.02.18.02.
06.03.18.03.
03.04.19.04.
02.05.16.05.
29.05.13.06.

25.09.10.10.
23.10.08.11.
20.11.02.12.

The dates indicate the arrival and departure dates.

There are no lessons on those dates.

Lesson times
Monday Friday, 8:30 a.m. 1:00 p.m. or 1:30 6:00 p.m. 1
For participants who only have two weeks and want to activate their
German language skills. You will take part in an Intensive 4 course
for two weeks. At the start of your course we will ask you about your
individual learning goals and follow up with ongoing support during
the learning process. This results in tight integration of the classroom
lessons, self-study activities and language practice.
If you would like to continue learning at a later date at the level you
reached in this course, please get in touch with us. Well be happy to
advise you.
Services
intensive language training from Monday to Friday
all levels
placement test before the beginning of the course
participation certificate
exam opportunity on request
all course materials
self-directed learning in the media resource center
extensive cultural and leisure program

UI = 45-minute unit of instruction

1 From levels B1 and B2, the courses take place in the afternoon.

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INTENSIVE COURSES

VARIO
Can be booked for five days of
lessons or longer

max. class size: 16

approx. 25 units per week

5 UI per day

85 per course day

If your schedule does not permit attendance for an entire course, you
may join an ongoing Intensive 4 course that matches your level.
The minimum duration is one week, and you can start any week.
Beginners can join only at the start of courses. For more information,
please contact the institute.

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EVENING COURSES

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EVENING COURSES

GERMAN IN THE EVENING

Approx. 12 weeks, 24 evenings

30.01.04.05.
15.05.10.08.
04.09.05.12.

72 UI, (6 UI per week)

max. class size: 14
605

No lessons on Feb. 23, Feb. 27, Feb. 28, Apr. 18, Apr. 19, Apr. 20,
Oct. 2, Oct. 30, Nov. 2

Lesson times
Monday and Wednesday, 6:30 9:00 p.m., Levels A1B1
Tuesday and Thursday, 6:30 9:00 p.m., Levels B1C1
Are you living in Germany and interested in improving your German?
Our German in the evening courses offer you efficient language
training with plenty of variety as well as qualified level placement and
advice. In communicative lessons geared to the target group, you will
get practice in all of the skills: reading, listening, writing and speaking.
There is a strong focus on the language skills needed for real-world
situations.
At the institute, you will learn in modern, well-equipped classrooms
and will have full access to a media resource center, including an
extensive collection of practice materials.
The German in the evening courses are based on the Common
European Framework for Languages, and each course builds on the
content of the previous one.
Services
intensive language training
courses at levels A1 to C1
placement test before the beginning of the course
participation certificate
opportunity to take an exam
all course materials
individual learning in the media resource center

UI = 45-minute unit of instruction

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PREMIUM COURSES

INDIVIDUAL AND SMALL-GROUP CLASSES

One participant

70/UI

23 participants

45/UI (per person)

48 participants

35/UI (per person)

Are you looking for specific language training? Do you want to learn as
quickly as possible? Then individual instruction or small-group classes
offer an individual solution for achieving your personal learning goals.
The material covered in the classes is defined by your (or your groups)
prior knowledge and learning objectives. That means that your teacher
will plan a course built around your requested contents and geared to
your needs. This will ensure rapid and efficient progress.
You can decide on the balance between basic German language skills
(reading, listening, speaking, writing, structures) and specialized language
from the world of business, politics, law, medicine or another area
selected by you. Well also be happy to prepare you for presentations
or exams and develop your communication skills.
Services
individual scheduling
all levels
placement test before the beginning of the course
individual advice on the approach to learning and
customized learning program
participation certificate
opportunity to take an exam
all course materials
self-directed learning in the media resource center
optional participation in extensive cultural and leisure program
Training venue
Training is provided in the fully-equipped, modern classrooms of the
Goethe-Institut or, if desired, at a training location selected by you.*

* Additional costs may result in case of extended travel times to

training locations.
UI = 45-minute unit of instruction

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PREMIUM COURSES

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PREMIUM COURSES

COMPANY COURSES
Our company courses offer a wide range of language training options
for all groups of employees in your company to build their German
skills and their knowledge of the specific language they need for their
tasks. We also help them to develop intercultural competency.
Flexible instruction to meet your needs
Our professional language teachers with intercultural expertise provide
interactive training with plenty of variety and many different types of
learning activities. The contents are always geared to the specific needs
of the participants. In the classroom, only German is spoken.
Individual advice
You will find an individual point of contact at our institutes. We will
be happy to communicate with you on a regular basis and provide
feedback on learning progress.
In a detailed consultation, we will develop a program geared to the
needs of your employees. This includes defining the lesson contents
and individual training formats based on your input.
Training location
In the modern, fully equipped classrooms at the 12 Goethe-Instituts at
central locations in Germany or at your company.
Training formats
The right format at all times. Select the format most suitable for your
employees from our range of programs
Tailor-made group training
at the Goethe-Institut or your companys offices
Tailor-made small group sessions
at the Goethe-Institut or your companys offices
Tailor-made one-on-one instruction
at the Goethe-Institut or your companys offices
Services
individual needs analysis and advice
training at all levels
placement test before the beginning of the course
all course materials included
regular monitoring of progress
participation certificate
self-study in the media resource center
opportunity to take an exam
feedback to your company

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PREMIUM COURSES

Locally and across Germany

we have the right program for every need
If you require a tailor-made program with various training formats
for groups of employees, well be happy to put together a concept
to meet your needs locally or at locations across Germany.
firmentraining@goethe.de
goethe.de/firmentraining

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SPECIAL COURSES FOR PROFESSIONALS

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SPECIAL COURSES FOR PROFESSIONALS

GERMAN FOR LEGAL PROFESSIONALS

Two-week intensive program, 10 days of lessons
60 UI (30 UI per week)

18.06.01.07.
17.09.30.09.

max. class size: 16

1,490
The dates indicate the arrival and departure dates.
There are no lessons on those dates.

Lesson times
Monday Friday, 8:30 a.m. 12 noon and 1:30 5:00 p.m.
Intended for legal professionals, law students and anyone who would
like to acquire a basic knowledge of German legal terminology and the
German legal system. The course includes intensive study of special
terminology and common grammatical structures in legal texts. Youll
also have the opportunity to attend court proceedings and visit universities as well as seminars with specialized lawyers. Topics: civil and
criminal law; constitutional and administrative law; European law.
Services
intensive language training from Monday to Friday
courses at the B2/C1 level
language preparation for the accreditation examination for
lawyers from EU member states
full use of facilities of the law department of the University of Bonn
courtroom visits
discussions with legal specialists from the University of Bonn
participation certificate
all course materials
self-directed learning in the media resource center
extensive cultural and leisure program

UI = 45-minute unit of instruction

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SPECIAL COURSES FOR PROFESSIONALS

GERMAN COMMUNICATION TRAINING FOR DOCTORS

Please enquire
This communication training course is intended for doctors. This is the
course for you if you have been working for some time in Germany
or are about to begin a residency to train as a specialist at a German
hospital.
The focus is on communication skills and intercultural competency
as key requirements for working effectively in the field of medicine.
Doctor-patient communication as well as interactions between medical
colleagues are explored and practised in various scenarios.
You will learn medical and pharmaceutical terminology, the everyday
German terms for symptoms and anatomy, various forms of clinical
documentation and the correct way to write a doctors letter. We will
practice patient interviews with you, for example for case histories
and examinations.
Other topics include the German health care system, clinical structures,
patient and case presentations and equipment diagnostics.
Services
may be booked as group course or as individual training
courses available with 80, 40 or 20 45-minute units of instruction
individual scheduling
intensive language training
Level C1 language training
placement test before the beginning of the course
participation certificate
all course materials
systematic advice on each students individual learning path
individual learning in the media resource center
To download a brochure or for further information visit:
goethe.de/medicalgerman
Please contact us with your questions. Well be glad to answer them
and provide any advice you need.
bonn@goethe.de

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Examination fee for

course participants
(in )

Examination fee for

external exam
candidates (in )

160
170 UI
and
more

Goethe-Zertifikat C2
Groes Deutsches Sprachdiplom

220

295

C1

160
170 UI

Goethe-Zertifikat C1

170

250

TestDaF

175

175

Goethe-Zertifikat B2

150

215

TestDaF

175

175

B2

Minimum
UI1

C2

EU Council
language levels

Examinations at the
Goethe-Institut

EXAMINATIONS AND PRICES 2017

240
255 UI

B1

160
170 UI

Goethe-Zertifikat B1

120

190

A2

160
170 UI

Goethe-Zertifikat A2

80

115

Goethe-Zertifikat A2
Fit in Deutsch 2

80

Goethe-Zertifikat A1
Start Deutsch 1

70

Goethe-Zertifikat A1
Fit in Deutsch 12

70

A1

80
85 UI

95

UI = 45-minute unit of instruction

1 Number of units of instruction per level generally needed in Intensive or
SuperIntensive courses at a Goethe-Institut in Germany to reach the indicated
level and complete the corresponding Goethe Certificate. Individual factors
such as prior language learning experience and the learners native language
may also play a role.
2 These examinations are available only to participants in courses for children
and teens.

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EXAMINATIONS AND DATES 2017

BONN
Examinations 2017

Written

Oral

Enrollment
deadline

Goethe-Zertifikat C2
Groes Deutsches Sprachdiplom

02.02.
14.03.
27.07.
08.08.
05.09.
15.12.

02.02.
14.03.
27.07.
08.08.
05.09.
15.12.

12.01.
21.02.
0 6 . 0 7.
1 8 . 0 7.
15.08.
24.11.

Goethe-Zertifikat C1

28.01.
23.02.
24.03.
12.04.
22.04.
20.05.
17.06.
22.07.
18.08.
06.09.
15.09.
14.10.
11.11.
20.12.

28.01.
23.02.
24.03.
12.04.
22.04.
20.05.
17.06.
22.07.
18.08.
06.09.
15.09.
14.10.
11.11.
20.12.

06.01.
02.02.
03.03.
22.03.
31.03.
28.04.
26.05.
30.06.
2 8 . 0 7.
16.08.
25.08.
22.09.
20.10.
25.11.

Goethe-Zertifikat B2

28.01.
24.02.
27.03.
11.04.
22.04.
20.05.
17.06.
22.07.
09.08.
21.08.
18.09.
14.10.
11.11.
19.12.

28.01.
24.02.
27.03.
11.04.
22.04.
20.05.
17.06.
22.07.
09.08.
21.08.
18.09.
14.10.
11.11.
19.12.

06.01.
03.02.
06.03.
21.03.
31.03.
28.04.
26.05.
30.06.
1 9 . 0 7.
3 1 . 0 7.
28.08.
22.09.
20.10.
28.11.

Goethe-Zertifikat B1

28.01.
28.02.
28.03.
22.04.
20.05.
17.06.
22.07.
22.08.
19.09.
14.10.
11.11.
18.12.

28.01.
28.02.
28.03.
22.04.
20.05.
17.06.
22.07.
22.08.
19.09.
14.10.
11.11.
18.12.

06.01.
0 7. 0 2 .
0 7. 0 3 .
31.03.
28.04.
26.05.
30.06.
01.08.
29.08.
22.09.
20.10.
2 7. 1 1 .

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EXAMINATIONS AND DATES 2017

BONN
Examinations 2017

Written

Oral

Enrollment
deadline

Goethe-Zertifikat A1
Start Deutsch 1
Goethe-Zertifikat A2

02.02.
30.03.
27.07.
24.08.
21.09.
14.12.

02.02.
30.03.
27.07.
24.08.
21.09.
14.12.

12.01.
09.03.
06.07.
03.08.
31.08.
23.11.

TestDaF *

14.02.

14.02.

1 6. 1 1 .

1 6. 1 1 .

22.11.2016
17.01.
21.09.19.10.

* Online registration at testdaf.de

ACCOMMODATION PRICES 2017

BONN
Course type

Type of
accommodation

Price (in )
per person

Intensive 4

Homestay arrangements
(Single room/Double room)

490/Please
enquire

Guesthouse (Single room)

490

Homestay arrangements
(Single room)

350

Guesthouse (Single room)

350

Homestay arrangements
(Single room)

350

Intensive 2

German for legal

professionals

For more information: goethe.de/unterkunft

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Goethe-Institut Bonn
Lennstrae 6
53113 Bonn
Telephone: +49 228 957560
Fax: +49 228 9575623
E-mail: bonn@goethe.de
goethe.de/bonn
Office hours
Monday Thursday, 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
Friday, 8:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m.

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Germany
Telephone: +49 228 957560
Fax:
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