German Courses at Goethe-Institut Cracow
The Goethe-Institut in Cracow offers an extensive range of German courses:
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Standard German Courses
Young Learners
Exam prep Courses
Grammar class
Conversation class
Individual Courses and Courses for Companys
Our learning concept
Enrollment
Contact
Standard courses
Learn German from the pros: The Goethe-Institut Cracow offers you Standard, Trimester
Intensive, Super Intensive course options. After taking an individual placement test, you will
start taking lessons at the course level that is right for you. If you have no prior knowledge of
German, you will automatically begin at level A1.
Type of course:
Standard
Course duration:
Format:
Levels:
Frequency of classes:
Teaching Units (TU) (*1 TU = 45 minutes):
28 meetings; 4 months
face-to-face
A1.1-C2.2
2 times per week (2 TU* per day) or 1 time
per week (4 TU* per day)
56 TU
Type of course:
Trimester
Course duration:
Format:
Levels:
Frequency of classes:
Teaching Units (TU) (*1 TU = 45 minutes):
19 meetings; 2,5 months
face-to-face
A1.1-A1.2
2 times per week (3 TU* per day)
56 TU
Type of course:
Intensive in semester
Course duration:
Format:
Levels:
Frequency of classes:
42 meetings; 4 months
face-to-face
A1-B2.A
2 times per week (2 TU* per day) and 1 time
per week (4 TU* per day)
112 TU
Teaching Units (TU) (*1 TU = 45 minutes):
Type of course:
Super Intensive in February, July
and September
Course duration:
Format:
Levels:
Frequency of classes:
14 meetings; 3 weeks
face-to-face
A1.1- C2.2
5 times per week (4 TU* per day)
9.00-12.15 or 17.00-20.15
56 TU
Teaching Units (TU) (*1 TU = 45 minutes):
German Courses for Young Learners
These courses target young learners between 13 and 16 years old. Students with prior
knowledge, as well as complete beginners can enroll in these classes. We use fun, interactive
materials geared towards the interests of young language learners.
Type of course:
Young Learners
Course duration:
Format:
Levels:
Frequency of classes:
Teaching Units (TU) (*1 TU = 45 minutes):
28 meetings, 4 months
face-to-face
A1.1, A2.1
2 times per week (2 TU* per day)
56 TU
Exam prep Courses
These courses are specifically designed to prepare you for the internationally recognized
Goethe-Zertifikat exams. You will use practice exercises to get to know the various sections of
the written and oral exam and will become familiar with specific exam techniques. By
working through a sample test in a small group, you will get to know the ins and outs of the
test format, while simulating various exam situations and honing the specific skills needed to
excel on the exam in all four sections: reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
Type of course:
Course duration:
Format:
Levels:
Frequency of classes:
Teaching Units (TU) (*1 TU = 45 minutes):
Exam prep
14 meetings, 4 months
face-to-face and online
B2, C1
1 time per week (2 TU* per day)
28 TU
Grammar class
Type of course:
Course duration:
Format:
Levels:
Frequency of classes:
Teaching Units (TU) (*1 TU = 45 minutes):
Grammar class
14 meetings, 4 months
face-to-face
B1
1 time per week (2 TU per day)
28 TU
Conversation class
Type of course:
Course duration:
Format:
Levels:
Frequency of classes:
Teaching Units (TU) (*1 TU = 45 minutes):
Conversation class
14 meetings, 4 months
face-to-face
C1 and C2
1 time per week (2 TU per day)
28 TU
Individual Courses and Courses for Companys
We can also arrange individual courses, customized tutoring on a one-on-one basis or for
small groups. You can come to us or have lessons in your home or office.
In small groups or one-on-one lessons, we also offer qualified German instruction for
companies. We are happy to address the needs of your employees to create a customized
offer for you.
For prices and offers please contact the Language Course Office
Our learning concept: goal-oriented, clearly structured, varied
Tuition at the Goethe-Institut does not just mean learning a language, but also getting to know
a culture. We use a face-to-face meeting and a placement test to find out what previous
knowledge you have. We help you to choose a suitable course. Find out more about German
tuition at the Goethe-Institut.
Our tuition
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reflects the most recent knowledge in teaching and learning research.
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is varied and communicative. Speaking, listening, reading and writing are practised in
situations based on real-life, using authentic texts.
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is oriented to topical and inter-cultural subject matter. Themes based on regional
culture, (online) projects and research tasks provide a variety of opportunities to
approach the subject of German-speaking culture.
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The teaching language is German right from the first lesson.
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Our Learning platform provides innovative and flexible learning opportunities.
Our course system
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is based on the six levels defined in the Common European Framework of Reference
for Languages. This means that the language skills you acquire in our courses can be
measured objectively and are internationally comparable.
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is standardised and transparent everywhere in the world. Once you have completed a
course you can continue to learn flexibly – in your own location, in Germany or online.
Our teaching staff
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are specially trained to teach German as a foreign language.
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speak German as a native language, or have very good German language skills.
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have experience in working with people from different countries and cultures.
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regularly receive further training from us, so that they are always up-to-date with the
latest developments in teaching German as a foreign language.
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inform you of your learning achievements on a regular basis, and advise you as to
how you should approach your continued learning most effectively.
Our German examinations
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Our exams are internationally recognised and are accepted as proof of qualification by
many employers and educational establishments.
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All exams for adult learners at the Goethe-Institut are audited by the Association of
Language Testers in Europe (ALTE) and have been awarded the Q-Mark quality seal.
Benefits of learning with us
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Experience Germany’s full variety. If you register for a German course at the GoetheInstitut, you will have access to our libraries and media resources, as well as being
able to participate in numerous cultural events.
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Customer satisfaction is one of the most important goals of our work. For this reason
we operate a quality management system that is internationally standardised. This
ensures that the language courses and exams at all institutes comply with uniform
standards worldwide.
Enrollment
You can find all datas for enrollment on our website under:
https://www.goethe.de/ins/pl/de/sta/kra/kur/kue.html
The next enrollment:
For the Super Intensive courses in February 2016 (8.02. - 26.02.2016):
1.02. - 5.02.2016
15.00-18.00
For the Summer Semester 2016 (09.03.2016 – 02.07.2016):
29.02.2016
1.03.2016
2.03.2016
3.03.2016
4.03.2016
5.03.2016
15.00-20.00
15.00-18.00
15.00-18.00
15.00-20.00
12.00-15.00
11.00-14.00
Registration:
Registration for language courses for new students is held at the Goethe-Institut. Enrollment
must be in person and is on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Placement test:
Interested new students with previous knowledge of German are asked to fill out the
placement test during the registration terms. Together with a short oral interview at
registration, it will help us determine which course is the most appropriate for you. Please
contact us if you want to take a placement test online.
Course Payment/Fees:
Payment of course fee is due at the time of registration. Payment can be made by bank card
and credit card.
Refund policies:
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Fees will be refunded if the Goethe-Institut cancels the course.
Upon withdrawal from a class before the term has begun, the course fee will be
refunded.
Upon withdrawal within the semesters, the course fee will be refunded minus the prorated cost of the class/es were held as well as the 150 PLN administration fee.
Contact
Are you interested in one of our language courses or do you still need more information?
Please feel free to contact us via e-mail or stop by our Language Course Office for a personal
consultation.
Karolina Judka
Language Course Office
Mon, Wed 12:00 pm– 07:00 pm
Tue, Thu 10:00 am– 03:00 pm
Tel. +48 12 4226902-111
Fax. +48 12 4228276
[email protected]