x  CLASS INFORMATION

New Beginners Classes in Term 1 2010


For absolut beginners classes starting in October in other languages such as German, Russian, French, Arabic and Spanish please have a look at our timetable.

Regular Evening Classes

Regular evening classes are conducted in four 10-week terms per year. Each of the levels will take approximately one term to complete. Each class has one 90 minute session per week unless indicated otherwise. The fee for our evening classes is $280 per term. The minimum number for our regular evening classes is five students, maximum 10 - 12 students.

Smaller classes

Occasionally we have only 3 or 4 students for a particular class. As a cancellation of classes might cause disappointment to our students, we offer these smaller classes at different rates and conditions. Classes with four students are $300 for a 10-week term. Classes with 3 students are $300 for an 8-week term.

Children classes

German classes for native speakers (5-8 years and 8-12 years). The kids meet every last Saturdayin each month unless stated otherwise and once during school holidays. Check time table for details. Next class 21 March.

Single classes

In some classes we may allow you to book for a certain number of nights of the term. Please check with the office. The fee for single classes is $65 per night. All fees are payable at the time of enrolment by cheque, credit card payment (VISA, Bankcard, Master card) or in cash and are refundable until one week prior to the commencement of the term.

Textbooks

Textbooks can be purchased at the Centre. Most textbooks take you through one year. Tapes, videos and books from our library are available for students' use at no extra charge.


x  BEGINNERS TO EXPERTS

Each of the elementary and intermediate levels will take approximately one term to complete. Advanced levels vary. Internationally recognized examinations can be taken from advanced levels. Please talk to us for a free informal assessment of your level.

Elementary levels

1,2 - aim: Basic survival communication (Elementary 1 for absolute beginners).
3,4 - aim: Communication in everyday situations.

Intermediate levels 1, 2, 3, 4

For participants with some basic knowledge of the language who gradually wish to build their vocabulary and range of expressions and who want to consolidate their knowledge of grammatical structures.

Advanced levels 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7

For participants with a good knowledge of the language who wish to improve their fluency and comprehension, extend their vocabulary gradually to a more sophisticated level and work on their understanding of grammatical structures. Advanced 7 is suitable for post graduate and post PhD levels.

For further information call 94172265