The University of Mannheim helps international students to strengthen their German language skills by providing a number of language courses at different levels.
German for International Students
International degree-seeking students must prove they have a very good level of German language proficiency. If you want to improve your German, the following courses are available:
German as a Foreign Language (DaF)
The Service and Marketing GmbH organizes German language courses for international students which take place before and during the semester.
Intensive Courses
International prospective students must pass either the DSH (Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang ausländischer Studienbewerber), or the Test Deutsch als Fremdsprache (Test DaF) language exams to be able to study in Germany. If they speak little or no German, they can attend intensive language courses to prepare.Custom Programs
The university offers language courses up to C1 level that are tailored to the specific needs of individuals or groups. Participants can also choose to concentrate on topics such as economics or politics.International Summer and Winter Academies
Before the semester begins, the German as a Foreign Language team organizes intensive language courses as part of the International Winter Academy and the International Summer Academy. Students can attend a variety of seminars. The program also includes excursions, a pub crawl, and other sports activities. If you’re interested, you can contact the German as a Foreign Language team directly.Exchange students can register for the program organized by the International Office using the myUniMa portal.
German Language and Culture Courses during the Semester
Exchange students can attend courses on the German language, regions and culture alongside their studies. The program includes courses that focus on German art history and the European Union, for example. Language courses are available at different levels (A1–C1). Courses on culture are taught in English.
Exchange students can register for these courses using the myUniMa portal until the end of January for the spring semester, or the end of August for the fall semester.
Registration costs €15 per course.
