Humboldt University (Berlin) – 2012 / 2013
German Language & Culture Studies
Cultural Courses Taught in English
Winter / Summer – 450 euros (est $695 USD)
The Program
Study German Language and Culture at Humboldt University. Humboldt is the oldest University in Berlin, founded in 1810 as the University of Berlin, and later changed to it’s current name in 1949. Today, it is a large university of over 37,000 students, and over 4000 foreign students each year. Located in the center of Berlin, it is a perfect place to study the German Language and Culture for the Winter (Jan) and Summer (July/Aug). Students can take a German language course, as well as cultural courses taught in English. German cultural courses listed below are taught in English. All levels are welcome. Students take a placement test there and placed in the proper level course. Transcript is issued by Humboldt University. Join us!
The Location
Berlin is a city of historical importance. It was once the capital of the Kingdom of Prussia, the German Empire, and the Weimar Republic, the Third Reich, and now the current unified Germany. Berlin suffered the actions of the Nazi Party, was divided into the East and West by the infamous “Wall”, and since the reunification of 1989 has today become a influential center of politics, culture and science making it an ideal location to study. Berlin is the second most populous city in the European Union, home to many large companies, has many historical sights, a diverse art scene with many galleries, and overall has a unique blend of old and new. Berlin is a European “Gem” that provides a great location to study.
Courses
GERMAN LANGUAGE: All levels offered – elementary, advanced elementary, lower intermediate, upper intermediate, and advanced German level. Classes are 45 minutes each session, and taught Monday – Friday. Morning and afternoon classes. Placement exam given there, and then placed in the proper level course. Components of the language lessons are: Grammar, Conversation, Writing, Listening and Reading comprehension, Pronunciation, and Literature. These are university level and taught by qualified faculty.
German Language Course Levels:
- Elementary German: 101
- Advanced Elementary German: 102
- Lower Intermediate German: 201
- Upper Intermediate German: 202
- Advanced German: 301
GERMAN CULTURE: Academic courses on German Culture and European Relations. Taught in English, and available during the Winter Session (Jan), and Summer Sessions (July/Aug). Taught weekly, Culture Courses are usually held in the afternoon. Class schedule given after placement test. Minimum 10 students needed for each course to be offered. Maximum 15.
Early registration advised!
Culture Courses in English:.
- The Berlin Wall – Tales of Division: Summer 2012
- Land in the City: Summer 2012
- Interreligious & Intercultural Dialogue: Summer 2012
- European City and Regional Development: Summer 2012
- The Globalization of Musical Analysis: Summer 2012
- The European Union: Summer 2012
- Everybody is an Expert: Summer 2012
- The Berlin Wall – Iron Curtain: Winter 2013
* All courses are university level and taught by qualified faculty.
* Minimum of 10 students per Culture Course needed to be offered. Max 15. Taught weekly.
* Course descriptions available upon request – also from instructor
Academic Credit
Students earn ECTS credits = European Credits Transfer System. One ECTS credit represents between 25 – 30 hours study / class participation. 2 – 7 credits can be earned on these Winter and Summer Courses, depending on how many weeks attended, and the courses completed. Students are given a grade certificate (transcript) and earn ECTS credits only with regular class attendance and participation. All courses are university level and taught by qualified faculty. Transcript issued by Humboldt University.
Financial Aid
Yes, you can use your financial aid on this program. Have your aid office or advisor e-mail us your Consortium Agreement Form (be sure to fill it out before sending) to: studycsa@aol.com
Activities
Program offers sightseeing in Berlin to the many historical sights, museums, cinema, etc. The Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, UNESCO World Heritage sites are part of what students experience. The Cultural Courses include some of these field trips in Berlin. Students can check with the student office about other “guided tours” with other students and sign up if they want to participate. Some activities will require a small cost to cover entrance fees and transportation.
The University offers the “International Club”, whereby students from all over the world can meet. There is also a “Language Exchange Service” offering personal contact with a German speaker to help with learning the German language. Counseling services are also available for students needing additional assistance in getting settled into their program, housing, and understanding German Culture. Students can find out more about these campus services by talking to the staff in the student office there.
Computer facilities and access to the internet are available at the University. Students also get “free” entrance to the museums of Humboldt University.
Also, students can purchase a monthly pass to use the local transport in Berlin (75 euros).
Housing
Student apartments (furnished) are available for the course dates. The apartments are shared with other students, but each student has there own private bedroom. A living room, kitchen , and bathroom are included. As a rule, only persons of the same sex live together. Bed linens, dishes, vacum, and coin laundry machines are included. Bring your own towels. No telephone or internet connection. A TV is only in some apartments. Located 5 minutes from the U5 subway station “Tierpark”, and from there 15 minutes subway ride to reach Alexanderplatz, then 10 minutes walk to Humboldt University.
For meals, the University dining hall offers reasonably priced lunch for about 3 euros ($5.)
Other meals taken at nearby student type restaurants, bakeries, stores.
Housing Cost is about $150 USD per week, per person.
Pay deposit of about 50 euros ($80) in cash upon arrival and check-in.
CSA will provide housing web site links with your confirmations.
Check in is 1 – 2 days prior to course start date.
CSA will provide housing web site links with your confirmation documents.
Dates and Fees
SUMMER 2012 – Register Early: (prior to 4/27 is advised)
- Open to all levels: elementary – advanced.
- Can select German Language course, Culture Course, or both.
- Culture courses are taught in English.
| German Language + Culture Course: 8 ects | July 16th – Aug 10th 4 weeks |
850 euros (est $1295 USD) |
| Culture course combined with German language is only: Land in the City | ||
| German Language Course only: 4 ects | July 16th – Aug 10th 4 weeks |
450 euros (est $695 USD) |
| Culture Course only (see list above): 4 ects | July 16th – Aug 10th 4 weeks |
450 euros |
| Select course and write course name in “Comment / Question section of registration form. | ||
WINTER 2013
| January 7th – 25th, 2013 | 450 euros (est) |
- All levels: elementary – advanced.
- German Language or Cultural Course (select only one)
- Culture course taught in English.
NOTE: Similar dates / courses in 2013 / 2014
Requirements
Minimum age is 18. Passport required. Early registration advised due to limited space. If you are not 18 by the program date, but will be soon, let us know and you may be able to participate.
Arrival
Plan to arrive 1 – 2 days prior to starting date to check-in your student apartment. If you arrive earlier, that is fine, you can book a student hotel to stay in using the web-links listed above in housing section.
Obtain a current travel book on Germany, and review the section on getting to Berlin.
No airport pick-up service for this program – students take taxi to housing assignment upon arrival.
Registration and Information
Register online. CSA Registration Deposit of $45 USD required to be fully registered. Can pay online by credit card. CSA also accepts personal checks, cashier checks, money orders, wire transfer, or direct deposit. Please review the “Register Overview” section for details. We will send an e-mail confirmation receipt and additional information shortly after receiving your online registration form. Thank you.
