It was in 1984 when we started teaching German as a foreign language.
Since then thousands of students from all over the world joined our
classes and many of them returned a second and sometimes a third time.
Both of our schools are in the very centre
of the two most attractive German cities: Munich and Berlin.
Thanks to our highly qualified teachers, the welcoming atmosphere and
the modern teaching facilities we have earned a very good international
reputation. In our classrooms, students from all over the world meet to
learn German. Our teachers as well as the other members of our school
office team are always available for advice. A student library and free
internet access (even wireless) is at our students‘ disposal. Our
fully equipped kitchen is a popular hang-out during the breaks and
enables an intensive exchange between students and teachers beyond
lesson time. Here, extra-curricular activities for the evenings and
weekends are planned and these often form the beginning of lasting
friendships.
Our Philosophy
BWS Germanlingua is committed to offering quality German language
courses to foreigners in a pleasant environment that respects the
values of each participant, with the aim of strengthening communication
between different linguistic communities in the world. We do not only
focus on teaching the German language, but also the German culture and
costumes. Our staff and teachers will do their utmost to integrate
every student and will always be happy to help and give advice also
beyond teaching hours to make Germany your home away from home!
Our Teachers
We believe that excellent teaching is the most essential asset to a
successful school. Due to continuous further training, our qualified
and experienced teachers are well acquainted with the latest
developments in the area of German as a foreign language. You will note
that our instructors can be seen as highly motivated, very competent
and knowledgeable friends who are teaching the class. As a result, the
members of our staff are not only available to discuss matters of
German language but are also happy to help you with advice on other
subjects of life. A lot of times they even organize our
extra-curricular activities.
Teaching Material and Resources
All books and teaching materials are provided except dictionaries.
Students receive books, a copybook and a pen, a verb wheel as well as
all relevant photocopies.
There is a computer room with free internet access and also WLAN/Wifi
internet access in the entire school. Other learning materials
(manuals, books, novels and DVDs) can be borrowed. A TV and CD-players
are available as well.
Teaching Methods
The basis of our courses is the modern usage of the German language. We
focus on developing the understanding of both, the spoken and the
written language as well as the ability to express oneself. The
teaching follows a clear syllabus and is geared towards training
grammar and sentence structures and expanding vocabulary. The variety
of teaching methods guarantees optimum learning success. In individual,
partner or group work, you will improve your reading and listening
comprehension as well as written and oral expression. We believe that
the most important aspect of learning a new language is oral
communication and having fun. You can put this into practice not only
in role playing, language learning games and discussions, but also
during our arranged leisure activities.