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Summer College Berlin - Verbum Novum

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Course description

The students, who have booked the Summer College program in Berlin will get 20 lessons per week of German Language from Monday till Friday. This is perfect for those, who would like to combine learning of German with discovering of German nice and hostorical places in Berlin.
The standard German Course contains the training of such a skills as speaking, writing, reading and listening comprehension. The groups have max. 10 students per class. The Summer College teachers are native speakers and certified in teaching German as a foreign language. Our teachers encourage the students to use the foreign language; so they can break their language barrier.

Activity program
The Summer College students won´t be bored coming to the trendy metropole Berlin. With our guide you will discover the important historical places of Berlin. Apart from the local sightseeings, we also organize the trips to Potsdam and other worldwide famous attractions outside of Berlin. We hope you'll be able to join us this summer and become a part of our summer college community
.The course fee includes:
Summer Course Certificate
Teaching Material
2 afternoon excursions per week (admission and travel expences incl.)
Full day excursion (by min. 2 weeks stay).- admission and travel expences incl.)
Verbum Novum - Guide

Course topics

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

Class schedule

Course duration
1-4 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
20 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 45 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday

Class times

You can choose from the following class times:

Morning session
09:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

Elementary
Pre-intermediate
Intermediate
High intermediate
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 10 students
Maximum 10 students

Student age

Age range 18 years old and older
Average 35 years old
(21 in the summer)

Certificate

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

Participating in this program, our students get the unique opportunity to get all the advantages from the language stay in Germany. As they live and learn German in the youth residence, where they can get acquainted with other young people, feel the student atmosphere in the residence and experience the spirit of Berlin, the city full of contrasts.
The students get the German Classes (20 lessons per week) in the morning and in the afternoon 2 times per week they get the short excursions.
The German Course takes place in the residence, where the students stay.
For the Summer College students we offer 2-bedded rooms, breakfast included. WC/Shower is situated in the corridor and will be shared with other students.
Here you can get many other services as WI-FI, laundry, drying etc. Also for catering, you do not need going far, as you can have meals also in the College Residence.
The Summer College students won´t be bored coming to the trendy metropole Berlin. With our guide, you will discover the important historical places in Berlin. Apart from the local sightseeing, we also organize the trips to Potsdam and other worldwide famous attractions outside of Berlin. We hope you'll be able to join us this summer and become a part of our summer college community.

Year opened
2010
Number of classrooms
2

Facilities

  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers

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 Summer College Berlin - Verbum Novum varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 35. In the summer, the average age is 21.

School holidays

VN 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.

School holidays
None

School location

The college residence in Berlin is centrally located in the trendy district of "Friedrichshain" and the highlight in the residence is a big, green backyard with a garden, barbecue, table tennis and comfortable sitting places. When you arrive here you will feel the centennial history of the lovingly restored old building.

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Housing

VN offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - 2-person shared room - Breakfast

220 €
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: different
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen and other
Distance to school: 20 - 45 minutes
Availability: 10 Jul 2016 - 06 Aug 2016
Check-in: Sunday, after 12:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 10:00 AM
220 €
THe students, who do not want to miss the feeling being at home can book also the accommodation in a host family. Living in the host family you do not only see how the germans live but also can practice your German outside of german classes. You can book double room, shared with another student. Breakfast is included in the accommodation price.
student-residence

Student residence - 2-person shared room - Breakfast

390 €
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Berlin
Housing type: Student residence
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, computers, wireless internet, free internet, heating, and garden
Distance to school: 5 minutes by train or subway
Availability: 15 Jul 2018 - 11 Aug 2018
Check-in: Sunday, after 03:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 11:00 AM
390 €
The college residence is centrally located in the trendy district of "Friedrichshain" and the highlight in the residence is a big, green backyard with a beer garden, barbecue, table tennis and comfortable sitting places. When you arrive here you will feel the centennial history of the lovingly restored old building.

The students live and learn in the youth residence, where they can get acquainted with other young people, feel the student atmosphere in the residence and experience the spirit of the city full of contrasts.
For the Summer College students we offer 2- bedded rooms, breakfast included. WC/Shower are situated in the corridor and will be shared with other students.

Activity program

The Summer College students won´t be bored coming to the trendy metropole Berlin. With our guide you will discover the important historical places of Berlin. Apart from the local sightseeings, we also organize the trips to Potsdam and other worldwide famous attractions outside of Berlin. We hope you'll be able to join us this summer and become a part of our summer college community.
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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 75 € 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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