Language Courses
German Courses
The Welcome Center offers German courses for all international (visiting) doctoral students and researchers at the University of Bamberg as well as their partners. During the winter semester 2023/24, two A1 courses and one A2 course are offered.
German course level A1: German for beginners with no previous knowledge of German
In this German language course for beginners with no previous knowledge of German, you will acquire a basic knowledge of the academic and colloquial use of the German language which will enable you to manage your life inside and outside of the university.
This course is designed to provide you with a basic vocabulary and understanding of grammatical structures. With a focus on communication, you will be guided and accompanied by an experienced and competent teacher. In a pleasant learning atmosphere, you will be able to establish and improve your German language skills.
No course fee!
Course 1:
Time and place: Tuesdays, 2:00-3:30pm, town center university campus
Instructor: Mihaela Paun
Course 2:
Time and place: Wednesdays, 2:00-3:30pm, town center university campus
Instructor: Julia Golyk
Duration: Winter semester 2023/24 (from November 2023 to February 2024)
Target group: International (visiting) doctoral students, (visiting) post-docs and (visiting) professors with no knowledge of the German language and their partners
To register, please write an e-mail to assistenz.welcome.international(at)uni-bamberg.de.
German course level A2: German for advanced beginners
In this German language course for advanced beginners, you will acquire a fundamental knowledge of the academic and colloquial use of the German language which will enable you to manage your life inside and outside of the university.
This course is designed to expand your vocabulary and understanding of grammatical structures. With a focus on communication, you will be guided and accompanied by an experienced and competent teacher. In a pleasant learning atmosphere, you will be able to improve your German language skills.
No course fees!
Time and Place: Tuesdays, 4:00-5:30pm, university campus Kärntenstraße
Instructor: Mihaela Paun
Duration: Winter semester 2023/24 (from November 2023 until February 2024)
Target group: International (visiting) doctoral students, (visiting) post-docs and (visiting) professors with some knowledge of the German language and their partners
To register, please write an e-mail to assistenz.welcome.international(at)uni-bamberg.de.
Additional Course Offerings
Language Center of the University
International researchers may also attend the language courses offered by the Language Center of the University. This offer is free of charge and includes German courses on various levels. All courses take place during the lecture periods, and registration is required.
If you have FlexNow access, please register for the courses yourself. If you don’t have FlexNow access, please contact the Welcome Center for your registration.
You will find an overview of all language courses currently offered by the Language Center on this website.
German Language Schools outside of the University
Several language schools and institutions in Bamberg also offer German courses. Please contact the Welcome Center if you need additional information.