German is the most widely-spoken first language in the European Union, with an approximated 95-100 million native speakers. Germany itself has the largest and most powerful national economy in Europe. In Germany you will find a rich cultural and political history, as well as diverse regions to learn about and explore. How better to find out about a country than in its own language? By having conversations with individuals in their own words?

 

 Where and When?

Our Language Villages are conducted with culture-specific design and decoration at the Adventure Campus in Treuchtlingen. It is in the heart of the beautiful nature park Altmühltal, which offers well equipped seminar and group rooms and comfortable housing arrangements. It is an ideal location for a language experience both in the classroom and in the outdoors.

Course start date: August 25th, 2014

End Date: September 7th, 2014

***Please note: This is an annual summer school. Save the date for next summer!

 

Who Can Apply?

This course is open to anyone who has an interest in learning German. We encourage people from all walks of life to join in the experience. Beginners are welcome.

 

Teaching Method

The program will be conducted with a blend of intense class room sessions, cultural activities and experiences. Our classes are taught in the ‘Total Immersion’ philosophy which is both informative and fun filled. Students are typically expected to attend 5 hours of classroom training per day. Students are engaged in various activities and show which help them broaden their knowledge of the German language.

 

Course Schedule

The Language Village has three major elements: Daily routines (meals, sports and evening recreations), Language Courses, and Culture (seminars, shows, games, and events). We understand that two weeks is a limited time period to master any language. Therefore, our content has been prioritized for learners to get the maximum value out of this. The language instruction includes:
Speaking (85%) 
Writing (10%) 
Grammar (5%)

 

Program Fees

Registration fee:           100 €    (non-refundable)

Course fee:                     300 €

Materials fee:                 50 €

Room and Board:          595 €

Curricular Activities:     100 €

Guided Activities:           95 €     (optional)

Total Tuition fees:         1240 € 

 

***IUN World Participants Total €595  (plus Materials Fee)

 

Credits and Certification

Students who successfully complete the 2 weeks language school will be granted a certificate jointly issued by the ‘Cervantes Institute Munich’ and the University of Applied Management. The number of ECTS points accumulated for this course is 4 credit points.

 

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