Learning German
Source: https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/studying/international-students/learning-german Parent: https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/university/organisation-and-institutions/university-administration/international-office
The International Office at the University of Bonn runs a range of courses open to international applicants, students from English-language degree programs (without DSH examination), Erasmus and exchange students and (visiting) academics with the aim of helping them to improve and extend their German language skills.
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Intensive German Course Before Starting the Semester
Take part in our intensive German language and culture course before the semester starts and complete a partial stage of your language acquisition.
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In-Semester German Language Courses
Our German language courses are available to all international students and are based on the levels defined in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
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DSH Preparatory Courses
The courses are intended for prospective students who already have good language skills. The goal is to be able to study in the language.
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German Language Proficiency Test for Admission to Higher Education (DSH)
The DSH shows whether your German language skills are adequate for studying at the University of Bonn.
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Language coaching for newly appointed international professors
We offer custom-tailored individual and small group language coaching for newly appointed professors.
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German courses for NeurotechEU students
We offer German courses for students of the European University of Brain and Technology. Find out more on the microsite of the University of Bonn.
Current information
Registration for the Intensive German Language Courses before starting the semester is possible from July 21 onwards.
The course is fully booked.
The Intensive German Course before starting the Semester will take place from September 04 to 25, 2025.
Course times: 09:00 am to 12:15 pm
- during the first week: on Thursday and Friday
- during the 2dn to the 4th week: from Monday to Thursday\ \ \
In-Semester German Language Courses
We offer in-semester German language courses for international students and doctoral students enrolled at the University of Bonn, visiting academics and members of the university staff.
Registration period for visiting international academics, employees and doctoral students:
Everyday German language courses: October 06 (10:30 am) until October 07, 2025 (12:00 am)\ Special topic courses: October 15 (10:30 am) until October 16, 2025 (15:30 pm)
Registration period for international students:
Everyday German language courses: October 13, 2025 (Start at 10.30 am)
Special topic courses: October 15 (10:30 am) until October 16, 2025 (15:30 pm)
IMPORTANT! A placement test is mandatory! The result of the OnSet test or a certificate of participation from the International Office of the University of Bonn (max. 2 semesters old) must be uploaded as a PDF file when registering online!
Registration:
You will find the link to the registration form under the individual courses
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Language Learning Support
We provide help and advice to students seeking to work independently to learn German. Working together, we draw up tailor-made learning strategies. Contact us if you have questions about your language level or need help choosing a course.
What We Offer
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Many different course formats
Whether you want to learn everyday German, prepare for the German Language Proficiency Test for Admission to Higher Education (DSH), take intensive German courses, or just invest a small amount of time, our extensive portfolio of courses has just what you need. We offer in-person, online and hybrid forms of teaching and learning to meet your needs.
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Highly qualified language teachers and coaches
Our teachers are creative, dedicated and have many years of teaching experience. They put their heart into their teaching to help you achieve your language learning objectives.
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Our teaching philosophy
Enjoy activity-oriented interactive learning in a professional atmosphere. Our teachers keep you and your individual learning needs firmly in mind and use humor and a variety of teaching methods to keep classes interesting. Boring is a thing of the past!
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An excellent language environment
Learn German at one of the eleven Universities of Excellence in Germany and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and life of this city on the Rhine. Bonn, the former capital of Germany and an international center for science and research, provides many opportunities to meet Germans and try out your language skills.
Other opportunities
Read here about where, how and in what other contexts you can learn German and where to find interesting information about Germany and its history.
Language Learning Center (SLZ)
The Language Learning Center at the University of Bonn also offers German language courses starting at level B2.2.
Deutsche Welle (DW)
Would you like to learn German independently online? Then take a look at the many opportunities available on the Deutsche Welle website.
Haus der Geschichte Bonn
If you are interested in recent German history, you should visit the Haus der Geschichte in Bonn. Admission is free and the museum provides interesting insights into German history since 1945.
Contact
Sonja Hammer
2.005
Poppelsdorfer Allee 102
53115 Bonn (Germany)
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Office hours
- Tuesday and Thursday\ *10:00 am - 12:00 pm\ *
- Thursday\ *01:30 pm - 03:00 pm\ *
- and by appointment
Links
- https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/studying/international-students/learning-german/page#contact
- https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/studying/international-students/learning-german/preparatory-courses
- https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/studying/international-students/learning-german/in-semester-german-language-courses
- https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/studying/international-students/learning-german/dsh-preparatory-courses
- https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/studying/international-students/learning-german/german-language-proficiency-test-for-admission-to-higher-education-dsh-1
- https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/studying/international-students/learning-german/language-coaching
- https://www.neurotecheu.uni-bonn.de/en/
- https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/studying/international-students/learning-german/language-learning-support
- https://www.ikm.uni-bonn.de/de/sprachlernzentrum
- https://learngerman.dw.com/en/learn-german/s-9528
- https://www.hdg.de/en/