x  WORKSHOP Kreatives Deutschlernen für Kinder

Next class:

Saturday, 22 November, 15.00pm -18.00 pm, $45

We offer creative German courses for children from 6 to 12.
 
These courses are suitable for bilingual children, e.g. children with German speaking background, or children who spent a long time in a German speaking country and want to keep up and improve their German. We have one group for 5-7 year old and another for 8-11 year old children.

The program is developed by qualified German teachers and focuses on all four strands of language learning: reading, writing, listening and speaking.

The 3 to 4 hour long courses usually follow a theme for a number of sessions. We started this year by exploring Hundertwasser and designed our own lanterns.We learn new songs (traditional children songs as well as modern style songs, like RAP), poems, fictional stories and a variety of non-fictional text types.
At the moment the classes are writing a radio play for SBS radio, which will be broadcasted soon.

In September 2007 we performed  a quiz show at the German Fest at the Immigration Museum in Melbourne.

Students perform a wide variety of tasks, e.g. they develop their own stories, poems and songs.
Future plans are small stage performances, short films, comics, puppet plays etc.

For further inquiries, as to how to enrol your child please contact us at the GLC.

 

x  WORKSHOPS & TRAINING

Intensive summer classes

Intensive classes are the perfect way to learn a language. Longer class hours and shorter breaks between lessons will help you to retain structures and vocabulary much better. We will need less time for revision and have more time for speaking and fun.

Intensive Summer Courses January 2009

German Language Daytime Classes
January 27, 28, 29 10.30am - 2.30pm, $250 incl. light lunch
for Elementary level

German Language Evening Classes
20 January  - 29 January  on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 5.45am - 8.00pm, $250 
for Elementary level
These classes are suitable for students with no or very little prior knowledge. After finishing this short course you can slot into the Elementary 2 class, Wednesdays 6-7.30 p.m., starting 4th February 2009

Intermediate/Advanced German Conversation Class
Tuesdays and Thursdays
8.15 - 9.45 p.m., $120
For students with prior knowledge who want to practise "putting it all together" by discussing everyday topics. These classes supplement our regular evening classes.

Please contact our Language Centre to book your place on 9417 2265
or e-mail languagecentre@bigpond.com

Weekend workshops for travellers

Workshops are a perfect alternative for those who cannot dedicate an evening per week to learn a language! Immerse yourself into another world for four hours! Learn how to get by in the language of your choice and gain an insight into the culture and custom of paticular countries in a relaxed atmosphere. Four hours of speaking, singing, listening to, thinking in and enjoying 'your' language. We will also prepare a light lunch for you.

Grammar revision classes

Grammar doesn't need to be boring and difficult. Don't let it get on top of you. To refresh and revise your grammar we have revision classes between terms.


x  EXAM PREPARATIONS

Examinations and Certificates

Internationally recognized examinations can be taken from advanced levels. These exams and certificates are internationally recognized as the standard for German proficiency. They are widely accepted at educational institutions and businesses around the world as proof of your German language qualification. Whether you need German for a particular professional qualification or for study at a German university, these exams offer certification through a variety of exams.

We offer the following Examinations in conjunction with the Goethe Institute:

Zertifikat Deutsch (ZD)

In partnership with Weiterbildungs- und Testsysteme GmbH (Germany), Österreichisches Sprachdiplom Deutsch (Austria) and Eidgenössische Konferenz der Kantonalen Erziehungdirektoren (Switzerland). This level confirms the candidates ability to communicate in everyday situations. Prerequisite: 300 - 450 hours of tuition

Zentrale Mittelstufenprüfung (ZMP)

This level is required by most German employers as proof of the ability to communicate effectively in a business environment; (but see also ZDfB below). Prerequisite: 500 - 650 hours of tuition

Zentrale Oberstufenprüfung (ZOP)

This exam qualifies for entrance in some German universities. Prerequisite: 700 - 1000 hours of tuition

Zertifikat Deutsch für den Beruf (ZDfB)

In partnership with "Weiterbildungs- und Testsysteme GmbH". ZDfB is a recognised qualification for business German. The language proficiency level falls between "Zertifikat Deutsch" (ZD) and the examinations "Zentrale Mittelstufenprüfung" (ZMP), and "Wirtschaftsdeutsch International" (PWD). Prerequisite: 400 - 500 hours of tuition

Prüfung Wirtschaftsdeutsch International (PWD)

In partnership with Deutscher Industrie- und Handelstag (DIHT) and the Carl Duisberg Centers (CDC). The PWD certifies advanced knowledge of business German. Language proficiency level is above the "Zentrale Mittelstufen Prüfung" (ZMP). Prerequisite: 600 - 800 hours of tuition

Kleines Deutsches Sprachdiplom (KDS)

Commissioned by the Ludwig-Maximilians University, Munich.This exam fulfills the language proficiency requirement for admittance at all German universities. The level is comparable with that of the "Zentrale Oberstufenprüfung" (ZOP). Examination dates: May and November Prereqisite: more than 700 hours of tuition

Großes Deutsches Sprachdiplom (GDS)

Commissioned by the Ludwig-Maximilians University, Munich. The GDS is the highest level of certification. It provides an excellent foundation for language-oriented university studies in Germany. Examination dates: May and November Prerequisite: more than 800 hours of tuition