German for Beginners 26-27 S2 (Language course)

The student will learn how German works as a language, how to understand simple texts and find information in them. The student will also get practice in listening comprehension and learn how to correctly pronounce German. Moreover, they will learn about the very basics about German society and culture.

During this course the student will learn the very basic words and phrases of German in different everyday situations:

• greetings
• numbers – telling the time, prices
• most common phrases connected to studying: library, lectures, exercises, seminars, official functions,  socializing, life on campus
• everyday practical situations: shopping, food, going to a café/restaurant/bar, buying a train ticket, concert  ticket, movie ticket online

They will also get information about German culture and society:

• How do we talk to people (formal vs. informal)?
• National idiosyncracies

Basic information about the Brandenburg University of Technology and possibilities to deepen the
language skills while in Germany is provided.

Contact details: eunice-sprachen@b-tu.de

• EUNICE student: enrolled as a student (Bachelor, Master or PhD) in one of the universities of EUNICE European University alliance.
• EUNICE staff member: employee of any kind in one of the EUNICE universities.
• Please note: this course isn’t open for BTU staff and students.
• Basic knowledge of English.
• The course is for beginners in German, below A1.1.

Study Level: Admin/tech Staff, Bachelor, Master, PhD, Teachers/Researchers

• Submit your application via the button ‘Apply Now’.
• Please keep in mind that the number of participants could be limited for each course. Application does not guarantee enrolment in the course.
• The course participants will be selected based on criteria specified in the study guide.
• Your home university will inform you whether you have been accepted and provide further information about the next steps.

Specific instructions in some universities:

• UPHF students: make sure to ask the approval of your director of studies (responsable pédagogique) before applying. For any question, you can contact the EUNICE office: eunice@uphf.fr.
• UoP students: questions about enrolment and recognition can be answered by your Director of Studies or ECTS Coordinator, or you can contact eunice@go.uop.gr.

Any questions about enrolment or credit recognition? Contact your EUNICE course coordinator.