Discover Berlin
Berlin, also known as the European New York City, is an inevitable capital. Divided into two Germanys during the cold war, the city has unique history of the late 20th century.
Berlin has a rich history but also has a youth and cosmopolitan character. The “city that never sleeps” has always something to offer: from expositions about East Berlin to streetart to Opera « Unter den Linden », you don’t have to be bored.
Akin to a construction site since the fall of the Berlin wall, the ultra-modern architecture of Berlin’s ‘Mitte’ and Potsdamer Platz area are in stark contrast with the charming, alternative areas such as Kreuzberg or Prenzluaer Berg. With their young and hip atmosphere, they continually attract young travellers from all over the world.
Our partner school DID is situated in the center of Berlin, in a small and quiet street only 15 minutes by foot from the Brandenburg Gate, a few minutes from Alexanderplatz and close to the metro station Oranienburger Tor. Founded in 1991, the school offers high quality classes in a bright and spacious environment. There is space for 300 students.
School facilities include:
- 15 bright and spacious classrooms
- A multimedia center with 6 computers
- A cybercafé with 10 computers (user fees)
- A cafetaria with a vending machine for drinks and snacks
- A roof terrace
- A studyspace for group projects with a large selection of books and CD´s
- WiFi
The school is accredited by EAQUALS (European Association for Quality Language Services) and is a TestDaf official examination centre.
German language courses: the basics
- Lesson duration: 45 minutes
- Number of students per class: average of 10-12 students, maximum 15
- Schedule: courses will mostly be given in the morning but can also be scheduled in the afternoon in peak season
- Placement test: first day of lessons
- Certificate of completion at the end of your stay
- Regular progress tests
- All teachers are qualified and experienced in teaching German as a foreign language
Our partner school organizes 2 activities per week and excursions during the weekends. which you can participate or not. These activities are optional and some may require a fee. All activities are subject to change and vary depending on the time of year. You can book directly on site: entry fees and transportation are not included.
Some of the many activities may include:
- Guided visit of the city (the Brandenburg gate, Alexanderplatz and the Fernsehturn, parts of the Berlin wall, cultural center Tacheles, Friedrichstadtpalast cabaret, the Hackescher Markt, Unter den Linden, the Reichstag, Potsdam, the ‘German Versailles’, etc.)
- Excursions to Hamburg, Dresden, Spreewalde, etc.
- Visits to the Jewish Museum & the Pergamon museum, etc.
Shared room, shared bathroom, breakfast or half board
Travel time to school: the families live max. 60 minutes from the school by public transport.
Laundry: Some families ask for a fee of some euros for using the washing machine.
Optional extras (fees apply):
- Individual room
Single room, shared bathroom, self-catering
This option gives you the change to live more independently and have direct contact with the German culture. You will share the apartment with students or inhabitants of the city.
Features:
- Single room
- Shared bathroom and toilets
- Shared kitchen
- No meals included
- Travel time: maximum 45 minutes from the school by public transport
- Bed linen provided (unless indicated otherwise)
Single room, private bathroom, breakfast included
Our partner school provides accommodation at Hotel A&O, located in several Berlin buildings.
Features:
- Single room
- Private bathroom and toilet
- Breakfast included (buffet)
- Travel time: 10 to 30 minutes by public transport, depending on the building you are in
- Location: close to the train station Hauptbahnhof or Ostbahnhof, +/- 10 minutes from the city center by public transport
Facilities and services available:
- TV and closet in every room
- Shared kitchen
- Laundry (for a fee)
- Bed linen and towels provided
- WiFi (user fees)
- Reception available 24/7
- Computers available in the lobby of the hotel
Possibility to stay in a shared room when participants travel together (price per person)
Please note: at certain times of the year, youth hostels may change their rates. Consult us to check that the price mentioned is available during the desired period of stay.
Travel
Arrivals: Sunday (from 15:00 in Residence, between 12:00 and 20:00 in Homestay)
Departures: Saturday (before 10:00 in Residence, between 08:00 and 12:00 in Homestay)
Arrival airports or stations:
- Berlin Schönefeld (SXF) : about 30 minutes (express train)
- Berlin Tegel (TXL) : about 45 minutes (express bus)
- Berlin Central train station
Airport transfers available on request (fees apply, please see Dates & Prices tab)
Please note: do not make travel arrangements until we have confirmed your enrolment in your chosen course (about 4 days after deposit payment).
Visa Information
Do you need a visa for this programme? For more information please consult our page Visa information.
Do not hesitate to contact us by telephone or email if you require any additional information.
Dates & Prices 2022
Dates 2022
Course start dates: Most courses start every Monday year-round (exceptions are outlined below.) On Bank Holiday Mondays, lessons start on Tuesdays.
Complete beginners must start on the following dates : 03/01, 07/02, 07/03, 04/04, 02/05, 07/06, 04/07, 01/08, 05/09, 04/10, 07/11
Bank holidays and holidays No lessons will take place on these dates and they will not be rescheduled or refunded) : 08/03, 15/04, 18/04, 26/05, 12/06, 03/10 – Christmas and New Year Holidays from 24/2/2022 to 01/01/2023.
TestDaf Exam Preparation session (4 weeks sessions): please consult us.
Prices 2022
| Lessons and homestay or shared apartment, single room, no meals | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration | 20 lessons | 24 lessons | 28 lessons |
| 1 week | € 495 | € 545 | € 595 |
| 2 weeks | € 950 | € 1.050 | € 1.150 |
| 3 weeks | € 1.350 | € 1.500 | € 1.650 |
| 4 weeks | € 1.680 | € 1.880 | € 2.080 |
| 6 weeks | € 2.460 | € 2.760 | € 3.060 |
| 8 weeks | € 3.200 | € 3.600 | € 4.000 |
| 12 weeks | € 4.400 | € 5.000 | € 5.600 |
| 16 weeks | € 5.520 | € 6.320 | € 7.120 |
| 20 weeks | € 6.700 | € 7.700 | € 9.100 |
| 24 weeks | € 7.880 | € 9.080 | € 10.680 |
| 32 weeks | € 10.240 | € 11.840 | € 13.840 |
| 36 weeks | € 11.420 | € 13.220 | € 15.420 |
| Additional week | € 295 | € 345 | € 395 |
| Accommodation supplements (per week) | € 60 | ||
| Host family, single room, breakfast | € 60 | ||
| Host family, single room, half board | € 120 | ||
| Youth hostel, single room, breakfast * | € 120 | ||
| Peak season accommodation (27/06 - 21/08) | € 30 | ||
| Homestay / Family - Christmas (19/12 - 03/01) | € 100 | ||
| Educational material to be paid on site (per month) | |||
| Airport transfer - accommodation (per trip) | € 90 | ||
Prices include:
- Your chosen course
- Your chosen accommodation
- All school taxes and enrolment fees
Prices do not include:
- Travel to/from Berlin
- Transfers upon arrival and departure
- All meals in shared flat
- Local transportation
- Activity fees (to be paid on site)
- Course materials
- Deposit, where applicable (€200, to be paid upon arrival)
- Exam fees, where applicable
