GLS Berlin Villa Language School
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Programs and prices, tuition fees in GLS Berlin Villa Language School
Summer German Courses
Brief information: A two-week vacation program for the development of general language skills and cognitive recreation in Berlin.
About the educational course: The program provides for the study of the main aspects of German. The weekly schedule is 20 lessons. The emphasis is on the study of general vocabulary and the development of speech. Practical communication serves as the basis for training in the GLS Berlin Villa. Also international students improve their listening, reading, and writing skills in the classroom.
Students age: 16-17 years.
Requirements for admission: language level - not lower than beginner.
Results of the educational course:
- Mastering spoken German;
- Improving general language skills in a relaxed atmosphere.
Educational group: 12 students.
Lesson duration: 45 minutes.
Tuition fee includes:
- Transfers from the airport in Berlin on Sundays (from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.);
- 20 lessons of German per week (from 15-30 to 19-00);
- 2 activities per week;
- 1 excursion per week;
- Full board meals;
- Accommodation on the school grounds (in 3-5-bed rooms);
- 24-hour supervision by school staff;
- Registration fees.
DID Deutsch-Institut offers students from all over the world to study online. Classes are held using the ZOOM platform in real time.
Standard German course
- 20 German lessons per week;
- Up to 15 people in a group;
- Lesson duration: 45 minutes;
- Minimum language level: Beginner;
- Minimum duration: 1 week.
Intensive German course
- 24 German lessons per week;
- Up to 15 people in a group;
- Lesson duration: 45 minutes;
- Minimum language level: Beginner;
- Minimum duration: 1 week.
Premium German course
- 28 German lessons per week;
- Up to 15 people in a group;
- Lesson duration: 45 minutes;
- Minimum language level: Beginner;
- Minimum duration: 1 week.
Private lessons
DID Deutsch-Institut students can take individual lessons: either as a separate course, or in addition to any standard school course. The intensity and program varies depending on the needs of the student.
Description of GLS Berlin Villa Language School
GLS Berlin Villa Language School is a summer camp in Germany for teenagers who want to learn and improve German abroad, to get acquainted with the sights of Berlin, its traditions. The language school in Berlin is located on the territory of a historical mansion, within walking distance from the main trade artery of the country's capital. In the central part of the metropolis GLS Berlin Villa is an island of tranquility. It is distinguished by a measured rhythm of life, an atmosphere of serenity.
The school in the Kurfürstendamm district is a convenient place to learn German. The location of the camp allows you to easily combine studying with a cognitive holiday in Berlin. From the language school it is easy to reach to the Reichstag, the Berlin Wall, Potsdamer Platz and its many attractions. All these objects students can inspect after class.
What safety measures are in place during activities and excursions?
The safety of our campers is our top priority. We conduct thorough risk assessments for all activities and excursions, and our staff members are trained in first aid and emergency procedures. We also adhere to local safety regulations and guidelines.
Educational process
Classes take place in small groups, so teachers can give each student enough attention. The courses correspond to the levels of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR), and learning materials are provided by GLS. All GLS Campus Berlin teachers have a university education and regularly upskill in teaching German as a foreign language.
The results of detailed entrance testing determine the course level for each student.
Faculties and colleges
- School trips for primary, middle, and high school students and teachers last from one to four weeks or longer. On request, the trip includes a German language course or visits to German schools,
- Studying at selected boarding schools in Munich, Berlin, the Rhine region, and the Baltic Sea region alongside local peers,
- The University Pathway Program includes an individual study plan, German language courses, and support with university applications. Preparation lasts from 10 weeks to 10 months,
- The intensive German language course includes an unpaid internship at a Berlin organization lasting from 6 to 12 weeks.
Scientific achievements
- GLS Berlin won the Leading Star School award at the annual StudyTravel Network gala in London,
- GLS German Language School is a 5-time winner of the STAR SCHOOL GERMANY award.
Things to know about
- GLS studios are located in two historic buildings from 1867, originally built as classrooms,
- The Stadtbad Oderberger pool building was built in 1902 as a public bathhouse.
Accommodation, meals, prices
Students are offered accommodation on a campus in a cozy residence. Teenagers are given seats in 3 - 5-bed rooms. Facilities in the residence are on the floor. The school provides its students with three meals a day. The menu includes traditional German cuisine.
Subjects and sports
Activities GLS Berlin Villa Language School
The vacation program includes sports activities and competitions, discos, contests, shows, quizzes, and barbecues. Two activities are held each day. Excursions introduce students to attractions in Berlin and nearby cities.
Four German lessons are held each morning from Monday through Friday.
Advantages
- GLS Berlin Villa has an international atmosphere where vacation program participants make friends and learn about different cultures,
- Qualified native-speaker teachers help students understand German phonetics, syntax, and vocabulary,
- The conveniently located academic building has modern equipment,
- Vacation courses combine lessons, educational activities, and entertainment.
The GLS organization is an official test center for TestDaF and telc C1 Hochschule.
Facilities and equipment at GLS Berlin Villa Language School
The school has modern classrooms, a computer lab, Wi-Fi, and its own garden. It also has a cafeteria, a lounge area, and a mini-golf course.
Admission dates and extra charges
Additional fees:
- Public transport travel
- Entrance fee
- Additional school day
- Non-scheduled transfer
- Insurance
- Visa services and fees
- Airtickets
- Enrollment in the school.
Extras:
- Extra night 100 EUR
- Transfer (one way) 90 EUR
- Deposit for a course/programme 100 EUR
- Laundry service 30 EUR
- Medical insurance 10 EUR
Enrolment process
It is recommended to submit the application at least six months before the intended start date.
Perspectives
After a course of study lasting at least one semester, a student with a sufficient level of German receives a Zeugnis report card with grades.
Entry requirements, how to apply, what is required to enrol
Participation in the group program requires a group of at least 10 students. Participants need an interest in studying in Germany, as well as sufficient maturity and independence to adapt to the school and the host family.
Participants under 18 may enroll in the University Pathway Program if they have already obtained secondary education.
Art and music programs require a portfolio or audition. Most German-language programs require a B2 or C1 level of German, with some creative programs accepting B1–B2.
An internship requires
- At least four weeks of a German language course,
- Level B1 by its start,
- Completed secondary education,
- Age — 18 and older.
an internship in television, media, or radio requires a minimum of two years of university study.
Exchange programs require comprehensive medical insurance, accident insurance, and personal liability insurance.
Literature and references
Institution on the map
Residence permits, citizenship and other services
- Guardianship services during the studies
- Student supervision
Review about GLS Berlin Villa Language School
Recommendations on when to apply
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