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Top Native Language by Center
Mix of nationalities
English speakers – 20%
Czech speakers – 10%
Russian speakers – 10%
Spanish speakers – 15%
Japanese speakers – 5%
Corean speakers – 5%
Italian speakers – 5%
Others – 25%
Kästner Kolleg Language SchoolAbout the
Kästner Kolleg was founded in 1998, and has evolved into a modern, middle-sized language school belonging to the leaders in language training in Dresden. This institute is a non-profit organization whose members participate in the decision-making process of the school. Kästner Kolleg offers personal and friendly alternative to the production like approach of large schools and institutions.The satisfaction of the course participants can be summed up in a simple formula: "highest teaching standards + service + fun = fast successful learning." All of the teachers are native German speakers with university degrees, and they are specialists in teaching German as a Foreign Language. TANDEM-DRESDEN would like to become students' home away from home for an unforgettable time. Thanks to the friendliness and warm hospitality of its people, it is easy to make new friends here - and of course learn year round German quickly by just speaking it all the time. And with additional field trips and creative learning projects like “German in the City,” the school brings students closer to the German language, people and culture.
This program is the right choice if you want to learn general German in a systematic and reliable way. No matter if you are a beginner in the German language or have already had German lessons. No matter whether you are learning German for living, for university or for work – our German Intensive Course is the classic when it comes to Intensive German lessons in Dresden.
There are 5 Levels which students can participate in.
A1, A2, B1(Basic Levels) and B2, C1(Advanced Levels)
Curriculum : Basic Levels (A1 – B1)
In the three basic levels, you will learn all skills such as listening and reading comprehension, pronunciation, grammar, writing and basic vocabulary. The focus is on speaking. You should be able to communicate quickly in your daily life and have the courage to speak German even “outside” and swiftly drop your language barriers.
Advanced Levels(B2, C1) Basic vocabulary and grammar as well as your communicative skills are systematically expanded in the advanced levels. The focus is on the free use of language and coping with specific language situations such as your studies, job or exam.
Class hours: A typical school day The “Intensive Course 25”starts each day at 09.30 am and finishes at 2 pm. There are two breaks inbetween during which students can relax in the neighboring park, help themselvesto a beverage from the cafeteria, check email, or chat with friends. Afterwardsthere is the possibility to use what they have learned in free time activities,check out a film from the media library, or surf the net. At weekend students go on excursions where you visit Saxony, Berlin, or Prague.Everything is included in the price of the course. There are no classes fromJune 25th to September 14th.
Starting Date for Beginners:
Year 2023:
January 9, February 6, March 6, April 3, May 2, May 30, June 26, July 24, August 21, September 18, October 16, November 13, December 11
For non-beginners it is possible to join the running course any Monday of the year.
This program is the right choice if you want to learn general German in a systematic and reliable way. No matter if you are a beginner in the German language or have already had German lessons. No matter whether you are learning German for living, for university or for work – our German Intensive Course is the classic when it comes to Intensive German lessons in Dresden.
There are 5 Levels which students can participate in.
A1, A2, B1(Basic Levels) and B2, C1(Advanced Levels)
Curriculum : Basic Levels (A1 – B1)
In the three basic levels, you will learn all skills such as listening and reading comprehension, pronunciation, grammar, writing and basic vocabulary. The focus is on speaking. You should be able to communicate quickly in your daily life and have the courage to speak German even “outside” and swiftly drop your language barriers.
Advanced Levels(B2, C1) Basic vocabulary and grammar as well as your communicative skills are systematically expanded in the advanced levels. The focus is on the free use of language and coping with specific language situations such as your studies, job or exam.
Class hours: A typical school day The “Intensive Course 25”starts each day at 09.30 am and finishes at 2 pm. There are two breaks inbetween during which students can relax in the neighboring park, help themselvesto a beverage from the cafeteria, check email, or chat with friends. Afterwardsthere is the possibility to use what they have learned in free time activities,check out a film from the media library, or surf the net. At weekend students go on excursions where you visit Saxony, Berlin, or Prague.Everything is included in the price of the course. There are no classes fromJune 25th to September 14th.
Starting Date for Beginners:
Year 2023:
January 9, February 6, March 6, April 3, May 2, May 30, June 26, July 24, August 21, September 18, October 16, November 13, December 11
For non-beginners it is possible to join the running course any Monday of the year.
Course Information
Class size
5-15 Students
Schedule
4, 8, 12, 16, 20, 24, 32, 40 Weeks
Course Level
A1-C1
VISA Info
Acceptance letter issue
Minimum age
16+
Accommodation
Homestay, Off-campus Residence
Qualification
N/A
Course Schedule
(2024Year schedule), has been finished. (2025Year schedule), has been updating
Fees
School's Admin fee
(EURO)€ 40
Tuition
4 Week
8 Week
12 Week
16 Week
20 Week
(EURO)€ 860 / Week
(EURO)€ 1,500 / Week
(EURO)€ 2,180 / Week
(EURO)€ 2,860 / Week
(EURO)€ 3,540 / Week
24 Week
32 Week
40 Week
Week
Week
(EURO)€ 4,220 / Week
(EURO)€ 5,580 / Week
(EURO)€ 6,940 / Week
Housing Placement
(EURO)€ 75
Accommodation Fee
Terms
Homestay
On-Campus Dorm/residence
Off-Campus residence
Weekly
(EURO)€ 200(incl. breakfast)
(EURO)€ Co-shared Apt, Apt residence, Guest House ect.
Airport Pickup
(EURO)€ 70
Other Charges
Remarks / Other Information
Cancellation fees
*If the student cancels the booking before the course starts.Kästner Kolleg will charge a cancellation fee of 250 EUR plus possibly already paid fees for accommodation, DHL service or others.
*If the student cancels the booking after the course starts.Kästner Kolleg will charge a cancellation fee 50% of the course fee as a cancellation fee, however,not more than one month`s course + accommodation fee
* Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
The TestDaF and the Telc C1 HS are both mandatory exams for admission to a German university.
Our TestDaF Preparation course as well as our telc C1 HS prepartion course focus precisely on the specific types of tasks and skills of the TestDaF and the telc C1 HS exam. We work on the strategies for selective reading comprehension, writing descriptions of charts and graphs, reasoning or discussing essays. In addition, we discuss typical topics in natural sciences or humanities and simulate the oral exam.
Halfway through the course, you will take a practice exam, acquainting yourself with the real exam requirements.
If you book the “TestDaF Preparation” course, you automatically reserve a spot for the next TestDaF exam at Kästner Kolleg.
Benefit, Goal of this course : The core of the training course is the exam simulation. Students will take complete tests in the actual time restrictions. By means of realistic testing, students will get a feel for the demands and for the availability of the time permitted. After analyzing results, students will receive help and valuable tips.
Curriculum : The focus is on training skills and problem solving strategies that will be demanded of students in the tests. For example, students will practice different tasks like reading comprehension and text summary, scientific writing based on provided items or simulating an oral testing situation where they must speak with coherence about a topic from politics, technology or humanities.
Classroom Hour :
6 times a year, each time immediately before the next TestDaF/Telc exam.
Course runs over 4 weeks, Monday to Friday, from 9:30 am to 2 pm, for a total of 100 lessons of 45 minutes each.
Info of digital TestDaF:
There are 5 exam dates per year
The exam currently costs: 195 EUR.
Registration for the examination at least 6 weeks in advance via the TestDaF preparation course (calendar)
The TestDaF and the Telc C1 HS are both mandatory exams for admission to a German university.
Our TestDaF Preparation course as well as our telc C1 HS prepartion course focus precisely on the specific types of tasks and skills of the TestDaF and the telc C1 HS exam. We work on the strategies for selective reading comprehension, writing descriptions of charts and graphs, reasoning or discussing essays. In addition, we discuss typical topics in natural sciences or humanities and simulate the oral exam.
Halfway through the course, you will take a practice exam, acquainting yourself with the real exam requirements.
If you book the “TestDaF Preparation” course, you automatically reserve a spot for the next TestDaF exam at Kästner Kolleg.
Benefit, Goal of this course : The core of the training course is the exam simulation. Students will take complete tests in the actual time restrictions. By means of realistic testing, students will get a feel for the demands and for the availability of the time permitted. After analyzing results, students will receive help and valuable tips.
Curriculum : The focus is on training skills and problem solving strategies that will be demanded of students in the tests. For example, students will practice different tasks like reading comprehension and text summary, scientific writing based on provided items or simulating an oral testing situation where they must speak with coherence about a topic from politics, technology or humanities.
Classroom Hour :
6 times a year, each time immediately before the next TestDaF/Telc exam.
Course runs over 4 weeks, Monday to Friday, from 9:30 am to 2 pm, for a total of 100 lessons of 45 minutes each.
Info of digital TestDaF:
There are 5 exam dates per year
The exam currently costs: 195 EUR.
Registration for the examination at least 6 weeks in advance via the TestDaF preparation course (calendar)
You have to wait about 6 weeks for the result.
Course Information
Class size
5 Students
Schedule
4 Weeks
Course Level
B2-C2
VISA Info
Acceptance letter issue
Minimum age
16
Accommodation
Homestay, Off-campus Residence
Qualification
You should already have a solid C1 level before the course.
You can do this with a C1 Intensive Course or with an official C1 Certificate (Goethe Institut, telc, … )
Or pass our access test for TestDaF/telc C1 HS course.
Course Schedule
(2024Year schedule), has been finished. (2025Year schedule), has been updating
Fees
School's Admin fee
(EURO)€ 40
Tuition
4 Week
Week
Week
Week
Week
(EURO)€ 1,100 / Week
Week
Week
Week
Week
Week
Housing Placement
(EURO)€ 75
Accommodation Fee
Terms
Homestay
On-Campus Dorm/residence
Off-Campus residence
Weekly
(EURO)€ 200(incl. breakfast)
(EURO)€ Co-shared Apt, Apt residence, Guest House ect.
Airport Pickup
(EURO)€ 70
Other Charges
Remarks / Other Information
* Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Cancellation fees
*If the student cancels the booking before the course starts.Kästner Kolleg will charge a cancellation fee of 250 EUR plus possibly already paid fees for accommodation, DHL service or others.
*If the student cancels the booking after the course starts.Kästner Kolleg will charge a cancellation fee 50% of the course fee as a cancellation fee, however,not more than one month`s course + accommodation fee
* Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Accommodation
Accommodations
1. Apartment "Residence" - 200 € per week
Single Room, Self-Catering
Single room (double room upon request)
Private bathroom
Shared use of the kitchen with the other apartment
Weekly cleaning of the shared space and final cleaning of the individual room
Utilities and Wi-Fi included
You can book the “Residence” apartment with the written consent of parents from the age of 16 years.
2. Guest House - 200 € per week
Single room, self-catering
private bathroom
WiFi
cleaning and laundry service
use of the canteen, where fresh meals are prepared regularly (for an extra charge)
use of the kitchenettes on the floors
3. Host Family - 200 € per week (Discounts are possible depending on the period of the stay)
Single room, breakfast
Single room (double room upon request)
Shared use of the kitchen and bathroom (with a washing machine), a balcony and/or garden to some extent
Breakfast (half or full board upon request)
Utilities and Wi-Fi included
Host families are especially suitable for learners under 18 years old.
4.Shared flat - 150 € per week (Discounts are possible depending on the period of the stay)
single room, self-catering
Single room (double room upon request)
Shared use of the kitchen and bathroom (with a washing machine), a balcony and/or garden to some extent
Self-catering
Utilities and Wi-Fi included
Please note: A shared apartment is only bookable from the age of 18.
5. HOTEL, HOSTEL & CO.
*It can happen that not all accommodations are always available. In this case we will organize alternative accommodation.
Surrounding Area
Dresden, A Metropolis between the Baroque and High Tech Learning German and German Culture in Dresden is a special experience. The capital of Saxony offers an ideal atmosphere for an unforgettable stay. Students can make friends and acquaintances quickly with the friendly and open locals. And waiting there for students is Kästner Kolleg one of the city’s leading language schools.
A Baroque "Florence-on-the-Elbe" Dresden, the pearl of East Germany, is full of monuments and cultural traditions. Spanning an 800-year history, most notably during the time of Augustus the Strong, many world-renowned structure were created. Like the Zwinger, with its famous galleries and museums, the Frauenkirche, the Meißner Porcelain Factory, or picturesque castle Pillnitz. Surrounding the baroque panorama is the breathtaking riverside landscape along the Elbe, which is visited by thousands of tourists yearly and boasts a UNESCO heritage site status. This the the Florence of the Elbe.
High Tech City Thanks to the many high tech companies like AMD and Infineon, Dresden is one of the most important locations worldwide for microelectronics – hence the name "Silicon Saxony". Along with the VW Glass Factory and esteemed research institutes like Fraunhofer and Max Plank Institute, Dresden is a center for modern sciences and technological innovation.
Facilities
Seven sunny and well-equipped teaching rooms, a modern library with up-to-date teaching material, multimedia and internet pool, and a small cafeteria are awaiting you right next door to the charming Alaun Park: a green oasis in the vibrant “Szeneviertel - Neustadt” which is a colorful home to students and artists, and which offers international culture, art, and cuisine.
Activity
Time in Dresden
Bored? Quiet afternoons? …well sure, if that’s your thing. On the other hand, there’s almost nothing that we don’t have in Dresden ;)
Course participants at Kästner Kolleg are part of a large international family, who besides studying intensively also have a lot of fun and celebrate culture.
We regularly organize interesting encounters with the most beautiful places in Dresden and with interesting people of our city.
If students would like to relax a bit while still keeping their German skills sharp, then take part in the free-time activities like beach volleyball, bowling, swimming, cycling, steam-boating on the Elbe, outdoor concerts or cinema. The free time possibilities are countless. During the weekends students go on excursions where they can discover Dresden’s surroundings, like the enchanting Saxon Switzerland, Berlin or even Prague. Everything is included in the price.
Activities
Some examples: climbing, trekking, cycling in Saxon Switzerland or along the River Elbe, countless biergartens, pubs and cafés, landmarks, palaces, parks, galleries, museums, BBQ and outdoor cinema, theater and opera, disco and salsa courses, Christmas markets and city festivals, athletic activities like canoeing, rafting, steamboating on the Elbe, diving, hot-air ballooning, horse riding, jogging, tennis, golf, international cuisine, swimming, volleyball, table tennis, rollerblading, excursions to Berlin, Weimar, Leipzig, or Prague
Stammtisch - typical German?!
Every Wednesday evening, our Dresden Neustadt "Stammtisch" takes place. We meet at the Kästner Kolleg and explore the Neustadt. We visit on of the many different interesting pubs and cafés in the Neustadt and we speak German together in a relaxed atmosphere over a glass of beer or an (alcohol free) cocktail. The focus is fun and a relaxed use of German outside of the classroom with teachers from Kästner Kolleg and other students. Besides which, you’ll have the opportunity to use and pick up some German slang for your vocabulary.
WHEN: every Thursday, 20:00
WHERE: Kästner Kolleg or at the location
COST: everyone pays his own drinks
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