Intensive German language courses

For all AAU degree students in semester 2-10.

In the fall of 2023, the following courses will be offered:

• Intensive German language course - oral
• Intensive German language course - written
  

Intensive German language course - oral

• Introduction to culture, history and traditions of German-speaking countries
• Knowledge of German pronunciation and exercises
• Oral vocabulary exercises (amongst others specialised language according to the needs of the participants)
• Conversation skills training (everyday conversations and small talk, academic discussions and argumentation)
• Training in professional presentation techniques
• Knowledge of the German employment market and organizational culture. 

Admission

To participate in one of the courses, you need the following qualifications:

• German at high school level or passed exam in a German intensive language course at AAU.

Application and admission
50 students will be admitted for each of the two courses on the basis of their German competencies. Places will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. 50 places will be available at each course. You will receive further information about your application by student email before course start.

Deadline for application: 5th September.

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Dates and times for the fall course in 2023

• Tuesday 19th September 2023, 18.15 - 20.00
• Tuesday 26th September 2023, 18.15 - 20.00
• Tuesday 3rd October 2023, 18.15 - 20.00
• Saturday 7th October 2023, 09.00 - 15.00
• Sunday 8th October 2023, 09.00 - 15.00
• Tuesday 24th October 2023, 18.15 - 20.00
• Tuesday 31st October 2023, 18.15 - 20.00
• Tuesday 7th November 2023, 18.15 - 20.00
• Tuesday 14th November 2023, 18.15 - 20.00.

Location

Room 3.115 Kroghstræde 3, 9220 Aalborg Øst

It is NOT possible to participate online.

The weekend course will take place at AUB, Kroghstræde 1.

Intensive German language course - written

• Introduction to written genres, e.g. application, CV, and e-mail
• Training in written communication and vocabulary exercises
• Knowledge of German grammar through e-lectures and exercises
• Training in reading written texts, e.g. user manuals, newspapers, academic texts
• Introduction to methods and tools: e.g. professional language reference work, vocabulary training, and translation
  that can help you work further with your specific field
• If necessary, assistance in the contact with relevant German-speaking internships or study places and the possibility
  of support during exchange, study trips and internships

Dates and times for the fall course in 2023

• Tuesday 19th September 2023, 18.15 - 20.00
• Tuesday 26th September 2023, 18.15 - 20.00
• Tuesday 3rd October 2023, 18.15 - 20.00
• Saturday 7th October 2023, 09.00 - 15.00
• Sunday 8th October 2023, 09.00 - 15.00
• Tuesday 24th October 2023, 18.15 - 20.00
• Tuesday 31st October 2023, 18.15 - 20.00
• Tuesday 7th November 2023, 18.15 - 20.00
• Tuesday 14th November 2023, 18.15 - 20.00.

Location

Room 3.117, Kroghstræde 3, 9220 Aalborg Øst

It is NOT possible to participate online.

The weekend course will take place at AUB, Kroghstræde 1.

Further information
Please see our FAQ for answers to frequently asked questions.

• Participants are given a certificate as documentation of completion of the course
• No participation fee - the course is funded by Aalborg University
• Not ECTS rewarding.

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