German CoursesSummer 2018

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German Courses Summer 2018We offer German courses in 11 different phases.Each course covers one course phase.

July Intensive Coursecourse July 9 – August 3, 2018 57 teaching units € 480

course + single room July 8 – August 4, 2018 57 teaching units 27 nights € 1,037

course + twin room July 8 – August 4, 2018 57 teaching units 27 nights € 965

Schedule in July: Monday – Friday, 9:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 1 teaching unit = 45 minutes

August Intensive Course course August 6 – August 31, 2018 57 teaching units € 480

course + single room August 5 – September 1, 2018 57 teaching units 27 nights € 1,037

course + twin room August 5 – September 1, 2018 57 teaching units 27 nights € 965

Schedule in August: Monday – Friday, 9:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m 1 teaching unit = 45 minutes

September Intensive Course course September 3 – September 21, 2018 56 teaching units € 470

course + single room September 2 – September 22, 2018 56 teaching units 20 nights € 922

course + twin room September 2 – September 22, 2018 56 teaching units 20 nights € 850 Schedule in September: Monday – Friday, 9:15 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 1 teaching unit = 45 minutes

Summer Evening Course Summer evening course July 9 – September 10, 2018 54 teaching units € 370

Schedule: Monday + Wednesday: 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. 1 teaching unit = 45 minutesTuesday + Thursday: 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

☞ At the end of each course, certificates are issued to participants who have attended classes regularly (≥ 75% attendance) and who have taken the final exam. 4 ECTS credits are awarded to students who successfully complete the course.☞ Books are available at the bookshop Facultas on campus. They are not included in the tuition fees.

ÖSD-ExamÖSD-Exam August 22 + 23, 2018 Fees are available on our website.

Registration in person at the main office from June 25 to July 20, 2018

EditorialDear course participants,

The Language Center of the University of Vienna welcomes you to the summer intensive courses 2018!

Since 1922, a high quality of teaching and a wide variety of courses make us the number one choice. Morethan 9000 participants attend our German courses each year. Our course levels comply with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), thus ensuring international comparability. Ourhighly motivated, educated and experienced team of instructors will enhance your learning process bymeans of communication-based and student-oriented teaching techniques. We are also an examination center for ÖSD (Österreichisches Sprachdiplom). We offer these exams on August 22 and 23, 2018.Our courses take place on the campus of the University of Vienna and at other university buildings located inthe city center.We are also happy to arrange accommodation for you in conveniently located student housing. Our summer course program is complemented by a broad range of optional excursions and leisure activities.

We wish you a pleasant stay in Vienna!

The Team of the Language Center of the University of Vienna

Afternoon activitiesPreliminary program. You will receive a detailed program at the beginning of each course.

Special coursesBusiness German, phonetics, conversation, writing skills, grammar, Viennese Waltz

Lectureson Austrian music, culture and history

Self-studyTextbooks and newspapers are available for self-study.

Extra-curricular activitiesMovies in German, recorded news with exercises, excursions by bus and boat, city walks, hiking in the ViennaWoods, welcome party etc.

Afternoon activities can only be booked and paid for at our main office in Vienna.Prices range from € 10 to € 80; some activities are free of charge.

Accommodation in student residencesAccommodation can be arranged in single or twin rooms (single beds) on a self-catering basis in conveniently located student dormitories. You will find numerous affordable restaurants on/near the university campus.Rooms can only be booked for the entire course period (27 nights in July/August, 20 nights in September).Please note that arrivals and departures are only possible on the days stated in our brochure. Additionalnights – when booking two or three courses in a row – are charged separately.

Facilities • Apartments up to 4 rooms may have one shared shower and toilet.• There is a communal kitchen on each floor.• Bedlinen is provided.• Laundry facilities are available.

Kitchenware and towels are not provided.

EnrollmentCourse onlyPlease register online on our website www.sprachenzentrum.at/sommerintensiv-en for the relevantcourse(s). You will receive a confirmation of your enrollment by email.

Course with accommodationPlease register online on our website www.sprachenzentrum.at/sommerintensiv-en for the relevantcourse(s) and the relevant type of room (single/ twin). Please note that the reservation of your room iseffected upon receipt of your payment only. Afterwards, a letter of confirmation with the address of thedormitory will be sent to you via email.Please note that bank transfers from non-EU countries may take up to ten business days.

PaymentOnline paymentsYou can pay online by credit card (VISA, Mastercard, American Express) or SOFORT banking.

Bank TransferAll banking transfer charges and fees must be covered by the participant. You are therefore requested tosend all payments marked “free of charges for the payee”. Any balance or surplus in transfer charges willbe settled in cash at our office.

Important: When transfering the tuition and/or accommodation fees, please remember to clearly state thename of the course participant!

Bank transfer to the following account:Innovationszentrum Universität Wien GmbHUniCredit Bank Austria AG 1010 Wien, Schottengasse 6 – 8 IBAN: AT73 1100 0052 1110 1006BIC (swift code): BKAUATWW

On-site paymentsFees and balances can be settled in cash, by debit card (Maestro) or by credit card (VISA, Mastercard) at themain office of the Language Center.

Terms of cancellationCancellations must be confirmed by the Language Center in order to become effective.• Cancellation of the course • up to three business days prior to the beginning of the course – no cancellation fee • two business days or less before the start of the course as well as after the start of the course, and in case of non-attendance – full fees will be charged.• Cancellation of room reservations • up to 21 days before the course is scheduled to start – no cancellation fee

• 20 to 14 days before the course is scheduled to start – € 200 cancellation fee will be charged, the rest of the payment will be refunded. • 13 days or less before the course is scheduled to start, or in case of non-arrival – accommodation fees become due and payable in full.

Please see the General Terms and Conditions of Business on our website www.sprachenzentrum.at

Course levelsAll course levels include conversation, reading, writing, listening comprehension, grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary extention activities.

German A1: Phase 1 und Phase 2 For participants with no or very little competence in German. These courses lead to Level A1 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).Objectives: Reading and listening comprehension of simple texts; giving basic personal information; establishing contacts with others; taking part in simple conversations; acquiring funda- mental vocabulary and learning basic grammar structures that enable elementary spoken and written communication in everyday situations.

German A2: Phase 1 und Phase 2 These courses lead to Level A2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).Objectives: Communication in familiar, everyday situations; reading and listening comprehension of the core message of texts involving topics and requirements of everyday life and familiar situations; writing elementary texts about familiar topics and personal interests.

German B1: Phase 1 und Phase 2 These courses lead to Level B1 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).Objectives: Communication on general topics; means of verbal expression for more complex con- versations; writing of basic official documents; comprehension of general content of simple radio or television broadcasts; command of basic vocabulary on general topics.

German B2: Phase 1 und Phase 2 These courses lead to Level B2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).Objectives: Further development of reading and listening strategies for enhanced comprehension of complex texts on abstract and concrete topics; boosting vocabulary for clear and ade- quate action and reaction in written and spoken communication on a wide spectrum of subject matters.

German C1: Phase 1 und Phase 2 These courses lead to Level C1 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).Objectives: Enhancement of written and spoken instruments of communication, thus enabling effective and flexible use of the language within the realm of public/professional life and/or in education and studies. Understanding complex written and audio materials from different media, participating in discussions, drafting detailed and explicit written statements and comments on complex topics.

German C2: Phase 1 und Phase 2 These courses lead to Level C2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).Objectives: Honing of written and spoken expression for spontaneous, fluent and to a large extent correct enunciation in the context of discussions and presentations. Focus on complex literary, scientific and geo-political texts (both written and audio) for enhanced com- prehension and expression of fine nuances.

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Suject to change, January 2018Photos: Innovationszentrum Universität Wien GmbH,Universität Wien, Klaus Ranger, iStock (cover)Graphic design: Miriam Weigel

Office hours July – September:Monday – Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Main Office:1: Campus Alser Straße 4 / Hof 1.16 1090 Vienna

Course locations:1: Campus Alser Straße 4 / Hof 1.16 1090 Vienna2: Universität Wien – Hauptgebäude (Main Building) Universitätsring 1 1010 Vienna3: Juridicum Schottenbastei 10 – 16 1010 Vienna4: AAI, Afro-Asiatisches Institut Türkenstraße 3 1090 Vienna5: OMP Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1090 Vienna6: Spitalgasse 5 – 9 1090 Vienna

Sprachenzentrum der Universität WienCampus der Universität WienAlser Straße 4 / Hof 1.161090 Vienna, Austriaphone: (+43-1) 4277-24101fax: (+43-1) 4277-9241email: sprachenzentrum@univie.ac.atwww.sprachenzentrum.at

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