German Language Classes & Cultural Programme

Immerse yourself in German language and Austrian culture – language and cultural programme for international students

German Language Classes

German 1, 3 ECTS credits

For learners without previous knowledge of German

The course content is designed to support students in their everyday life in a German speaking environment.

Topics:

• greetings
• introducing oneself
• using numbers (time, age, price)
• ordering food and shopping
• making appointments
• naming everyday things
• countries of origin
• family and work
• leisure activities
• university of applied sciences and campus

Lecturer: Andrea Richter / Helma Spannagl-Schmoll

German 2, 3 ECTS credits

For learners with some knowledge of German on the first basic user level of CEFR

The course content is designed to support students in their everyday life in a German-speaking environment.

Topics:

• ordering in a restaurant, eating habits, leisure activities, childhood
• holiday plans, cultural life in Austria
• expressing surprise and interest

Lecturer: Andrea Richter

Placement tests and consultation for learners of all levels at the beginning of the semester. Information on the date will follow. 

Cultural Programme

Scouting Austrian Culture, 3 ECTS credits

Language of instruction: English

Workshop sessions on Austrian culture: collecting and contributing facts and experiences on Austrian geography, history, arts, music and further topics of interest, including participation in excursions.

Lecturers: Helma Spannagl-Schmoll