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Current courses

Courses winter semester 2024-25 from 03.03.2025 to 11.04.2025

Course registration: 17.02.2025, 10 am – 24.02.2025, 11 am

On this page, during the above period, a "Register" button will appear next to each course, allowing you to register for the course.
In order to register for higher language levels, you need a level certificate. You will receive this either after the placement or at the end of your SKB course (if you have not received it, contact us via the Contact form).

How does the course registration work?

Level placement: 14.02.2025 - 21.02.2025 (registration from 13.02.2025, 10 am)

During the above mentioned period, a purple "Placement" banner will appear on this page. Click on the banner to register for a placement test.

Not sure if you need a placement test?

How do the placement tests work?

If you have any further questions, feel free to contact us via the Contact form.

Have fun in your course!

Placement test (higher language levels)

German

A1.1
Mon-Fri, 10:00-13:00 Register
course IDDeu1
Free spots> 5
course length03.03.2025-21.03.2025
lesson hours10:00-13:00
lesson units60
price132€ (student) / 182€ (non-student)
course formatIn-person
teacherIna
short descriptionThis A1.1 course is designed to provide an introduction to the German language: Basic grammatical rules that enable participants to begin to conduct their everyday conversations independently.
notesNetzwerk neu A1.1
A1.2
Mon+Tue+Thu, 15:00-18:00 Register
course IDDeu2
Free spots> 5
course length03.03.2025-03.04.2025
lesson hours15:00-18:00
lesson units60
price132€ (student) / 182€ (non-student)
course formatIn-person
teacherValerie
notesCourse material to be announced
A2.1
Mon+Wed+Fri, 18:00-20:30 Register
course IDDeu3
Free spots> 5
course length03.03.2025-11.04.2025
lesson hours18:00-20:30
lesson units60
price132€ (student) / 182€ (non-student)
course formatIn-person
teacherSebastian
notesPanorama A 2.1 WICHTIG: freitags findet der Kurs 15:00 bis 17:30 statt
A2.2
Mon+Wed+Thu, 15:00-17:30 Register
course IDDeu4
Free spots> 5
course length03.03.2025-10.04.2025
lesson hours15:00-17:30
lesson units60
price132€ (student) / 182€ (non-student)
course formatIn-person
teacherSebastian
notesPanorama 2.1
B1.1
Mon+Wed+Thu, 18:00-21:00 Register
course IDDeu5
Free spots> 5
course length12.03.2025-14.04.2025
lesson hours18:00-21:00
lesson units60
price132€ (student) / 182€ (non-student)
course formatIn-person
teacherMartin
short descriptionThis course focuses on improving communication skills. Grammar is taught to support your ability to express yourself, understand others in daily life, and comprehend essential information through reading and writing.
notesNetzwerk Neu B1.1
B1.2
Mo+Di+Mi, 11:00-14:00 Register
course IDDeu7
Free spots> 5
course length10.03.2025-31.03.2025
lesson hours11:00-14:00
lesson units40
price95€ (student) / 132€ (non-student)
course formatOnline, Zoom
short descriptionDer Intensivkurs Deutsch B1.2, basierend auf dem Lehrbuch "Netzwerk Neu B1.2" , ist ein Präsenzkurs mit starkem Fokus auf die Verbesserung der kommunikativen Fähigkeiten. In kleinen Gruppen werden dialogbasierte Aktivitäten, Diskussionen und Rollenspiele durchgeführt, um die Sprachfertigkeit zu fördern. Kooperative Arbeiten und interaktive Spiele unterstützen den Lernprozess. Echtzeit-Feedback ermöglicht die sofortige Korrektur von Aussprache- und Grammatikfehlern. Dieser Kurs schafft eine lebendige Lernumgebung, um das selbstbewusste Sprechen in alltäglichen Situationen zu stärken.
notesFür den Kurs werden wir das Lehrbuch „Netzwerk Neu B1.2“ benutzen. Es ist möglich, dass einige Tage des Kurses online über Zoom durchgeführt werden.
B2.1
Mon+Wed+Thu, 18:00-21:00 Register
course IDDeu6
Free spots> 5
course length03.03.2025-16.04.2025
lesson hours18:00-21:00
lesson units80
price166€ (student) / 230€ (non-student)
course formatIn-person
teacherRobert
short descriptionThe course is based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and takes place in person. It promotes action-orientated learning in order to deepen language skills in a practical and communicative way at B2.1 level.
notesTeaching material to be announced
B2.2
Tue+Thu+Fri, 18:00-20:30 Register
course IDDeu8
Free spots> 5
course length04.03.2025-11.04.2025
lesson hours18:00-20:30
lesson units60
price132€ (student) / 182€ (non-student)
course formatIn-person
teacherSebastian
notesWeitblick B 2.2
C1.1
Mo+Di+Mi, 14:30-17:30 Register
course IDDeu9
Free spots> 5
course length10.03.2025-10.04.2025
lesson hours14:30-17:30
lesson units50
price114€ (student) / 158€ (non-student)
course formatOnline, Zoom
short descriptionDieser Konversationskurs richtet sich an Deutschlernende auf dem Niveau C1.1, die ihre Sprachfähigkeiten im Sprechen, Hören und Diskutieren weiterentwickeln möchten. Der Schwerpunkt liegt auf der aktiven Anwendung der deutschen Sprache in vielfältigen Alltagssituationen, akademischen Kontexten und beruflichen Themenfeldern. Durch abwechslungsreiche Aktivitäten wie Diskussionen, Debatten, Gruppenarbeiten und Rollenspiele fördern wir die flüssige Kommunikation und den präzisen Ausdruck. Authentische Materialien wie Zeitungsartikel, Podcasts und Videos dienen als Grundlage für die Auseinandersetzung mit aktuellen Themen. Grammatik und Wortschatz werden praxisnah integriert. Dieser Kurs bietet außerdem Raum für die Entwicklung interkultureller Kompetenzen sowie für die Vertiefung individueller Interessen der Teilnehmenden. Ein Lehrbuch wird nicht vorausgesetzt; die Materialien werden von der Kursleitung bereitgestellt.
notesDas Buch wird bekannt gegeben

English

B2.1 Speaking
Fri+Sat, 18:30 - 21:30 (Fri) 16:30 - 18:30 (Sat) Register
course IDEng1
Free spots> 5
course length07.03.2025-18.04.2025
lesson hours18:30 - 21:30 (Fri) 16:30 - 18:30 (Sat)
lesson units40
price95€ (student) / 132€ (non-student)
course formatOnline (Zoom)
short description1) Learn English speaking skills including presentation skills and job interview skills etc. 2) The course is taught in English. 3) All Students must take the placement test or submit the SKB English course attendance certificate (valid for half year). No exam result or qualification will be accepted as placement test exemption crtieria. 4) No class on 08.03.2025. On the last day (18.04.2025) the lesson finishes one hour earlier (at 20:30)
notesTeacher tailor-made material
B2.2 Speaking
Sat, 09:30 - 12:30, 14:00 - 16:00 Register
course IDEng2
Free spots> 5
course length15.03.2025-19.04.2025
lesson hours09:30 - 12:30, 14:00 - 16:00
lesson units40
price95€ (student) / 132€ (non-student)
course formatOnline (Zoom)
short description1) Learn English speaking skills including negotiation skill and workplace English. 2) The course is taught in English. 3) All Students must take the placement test or submit the SKB English course attendance certificate (valid for half year). No exam result or qualification will be accepted as placement test exemption crtieria.
notesTeacher tailor-made material
B2.3 Speaking
Sat+Sun, 19:30 - 21:30 (Sat) 09:00 - 11:00 (Sun) Register
course IDEng3
Free spots> 5
course length09.03.2025-27.04.2025
lesson hours19:30 - 21:30 (Sat) 09:00 - 11:00 (Sun)
lesson units40
price95€ (student) / 132€ (non-student)
course formatOnline (Zoom)
short description1) Learn English speaking skills for international business and workplace 2) The course is taught in English. 3) All Students must take the placement test or submit the SKB English course attendance certificate (valid for half year). No exam result or qualification will be accepted as placement test exemption crtieria. 4) No class on the 08.03.2025
notesTeacher tailor-made material

Finnish

A1.1
Tue+Fri, 18:30 - 20:45 (Tue) 15:30 - 17:45 (Fri) Register
course IDFin1
Free spots> 5
course length04.03.2025-04.04.2025
lesson hours18:30 - 20:45 (Tue) 15:30 - 17:45 (Fri)
lesson units30
price76€ (student) / 106€ (non-student)
course formatOnline (Zoom)
teacherJukka
short descriptionBasic grammar, pronunciation and conversation exercises.
notesSuomen mestari 1 / Edition 4-5/ 2020 or newer
A1.2
Mon+Thu, 18:30 - 20:45 (Mon) 15:15 - 17:30 (Thu) Register
course IDFin2
Free spots> 5
course length03.03.2025-03.04.2025
lesson hours18:30 - 20:45 (Mon) 15:15 - 17:30 (Thu)
lesson units30
price76€ (student) / 106€ (non-student)
course formatOnline (Zoom)
teacherJukka
short descriptionGrammatik: Objekt, Genitiv,Verbtypen, Konversationsübungen: Familie, Einkaufen, Wohnen
notesSuomen mestari 1 / Edition 4-5/ 2020 or newer

Italian

A1.1
Mon-Fri(Sat), 13:00-16:30 Register
course IDIta1
Free spots> 5
course length03.03.2025-15.03.2025
lesson hours13:00-16:30
lesson units50
price114€ (student) / 158€ (non-student)
course formatIn-person
teacherTaisija
short descriptionIn the course we will practise speaking, listening, reading, writing and grammar. We will learn how to introduce ourselves, how to order in a bar and restaurant, how to talk about everyday life and leisure activities and how to follow and give directions. Grammar: Substatives, articles, adjectives, verbs in the present tense (including reflexive and modal verbs) and prepositions. Please note: You can attend A1.2 directly after this course, see note for more information.
notesThe course takes place in the first week from Monday to Friday (3.3.-7.3.) and in the second week from Monday to Saturday (10.3.-15.3.). The Saturday session lasts 2.5 hours. The material will be provided by the teacher. Please note: Immediately after this course you can attend A1.2 to complete the entire A1 level. Enrolment for both courses must be made in advance.
A1.2
Mon-Fri(Sat), 13:00-16:30 Register
course IDIta2
Free spots> 5
course length17.03.2025-29.03.2025
lesson hours13:00-16:30
lesson units50
price114€ (student) / 158€ (non-student)
course formatIn-person
teacherTaisija
short descriptionIn the course we will practise speaking, listening, reading, writing and grammar. We will learn how to talk about the past, how to describe people and family, and how to buy food, clothes and other things. We will learn verb forms such as the perfect and progressive tenses, possessive and direct pronouns, divisional articles, various adverbs and more.
notesThe course takes place in the first week from Monday to Friday (17.3.-21.3.) and in the second week from Monday to Saturday (24.3.-29.3.). The Saturday session lasts 2.5 hours. The material will be provided by the teacher.
A2.1
Mon+Wed, 18:00-21:00 Register
course IDIta3
Free spots> 5
course length03.03.2025-02.04.2025
lesson hours18:00-21:00
lesson units40
price95€ (student) / 132€ (non-student)
course formatOnline (Zoom)
teacherAlice
short descriptionThe course forms the basis for an A2.1 level of Italian. The book used is Nuovo Espresso A2 by Alma edizioni, enriched with material provided by the teacher. The course is held exclusively online via the Zoom platform. An SKB certificate at level A1.2 or equivalent is required to participate in the course. Certification can also be obtained with our placement test. If the dates offered on the website are not possible, you can arrange a free, personal appointment at alice.rugai@campus.tu-berlin.de.
A2+ QUEER NELLO STIVALE (conversation course)
Tue+Fri, 18:00-19:30 Register
course IDIta4
Free spots> 5
course length03.03.2025-04.04.2025
lesson hours18:00-19:30
lesson units20
price57€ (student) / 79€ (non-student)
course formatOnline (Zoom)
teacherAlice
short descriptionAre you tired of learning cooking vocabulary in Italian courses? Are you curious about the queer history of the Belpaese? A compact conversation course, also suitable for beginners, to discover the history of homosexual* movements in Italy from the 1970s to daily resistance. An opportunity to learn about the reality of activism in Italy, improve your Italian and make it gender-neutral through the use of schwa.
notesThe course will take place online on Zoom and the materials will be provided by the teacher. The dates: 03.03/07.03/10.03/14.03/17.03/21.03/24.03/28.03/ 31.03/04.04
A2+ SCRITTURA CREATIVA IN ITALIANO
Sat+Sun, 10:30-12:00 Register
course IDIta5
Free spots> 5
course length09.03.2025-12.04.2025
lesson hours10:30-12:00
lesson units20
price57€ (student) / 79€ (non-student)
course formatHybrid
teacherAlice
short descriptionThe course is ideal for those who want to improve their Italian language skills with writing and reading exercises. We will briefly look at different genres, from classics to memes, reviewing grammar only when necessary and expanding our vocabulary. The prerequisite for the course is a level of A2 or higher. The course includes 6 online meetings and 2 final face-to-face meetings where we will get to know each other in person and organise a small group reading.
notesDer Kurs hat 9 Online Termine auf Zoom und einen Präsenztermin. Kalender ONLINE: 09.03/15.03/16.03/22.03/23.03/29.03/30.03/05.04/06.04. OFFLINE 12.04

Japanese

A1.1
Tue+Thu+Fri, 10:00-13:00 Register
course IDJap1
Free spots> 5
course length04.03.2025-01.04.2025
lesson hours10:00-13:00
lesson units50
price114€ (student) / 158€ (non-student)
course formatOnline (Zoom)
short descriptionIf you have previous knowledge, please come to the placement. Hirgagana and Masu form are practised.
notesThe exact date of an additional meeting has not yet been set.
A1.2
Tue+Thu+Fri, 14:00-17:00 Register
course IDJap2
Free spots> 5
course length04.03.2025-01.04.2025
lesson hours14:00-17:00
lesson units50
price114€ (student) / 158€ (non-student)
course formatOnline (Zoom)
short descriptionKatakana, adjective. *A1.2 - Only people who have a certificate of attendance from the A1.1 course can enrol without a placement test.
notesThe exact date of an additional meeting has not yet been set.
A2.1
Mon, 14:00-17:00 Register
course IDJap3
Free spots> 5
course length03.03.2025-31.03.2025
lesson hours14:00-17:00
lesson units20
price57€ (student) / 79€ (non-student)
course formatOnline (Zoom)
short descriptionA2.1 - Only people who have a certificate of attendance from the A1.3 course can enrol without a placement test.
A2.1 conversation
Fri, 17:30-20:30 Register
course IDJap4
Free spots> 5
course length07.03.2025-04.04.2025
lesson hours17:30-20:30
lesson units20
price57€ (student) / 79€ (non-student)
course formatOnline (Zoom)
short descriptionA2.1 (Conv.) - Only people who have a certificate of attendance from the A2.1 (follow up) course can register without a placement test.
A2.3 follow up course
Wed, 14:00-17:00 Register
course IDJap5
Free spots> 5
course length05.03.2025-02.04.2025
lesson hours14:00-17:00
lesson units20
price57€ (student) / 79€ (non-student)
course formatOnline (Zoom)
short descriptionA2.3 (follow up) - Only people who have a certificate of attendance from the A2.3 course can register without a placement test.
B1.1 follow up course
Mon, 17:30-20:30 Register
course IDJap6
Free spots> 5
course length03.03.2025-31.03.2025
lesson hours17:30-20:30
lesson units20
price57€ (student) / 79€ (non-student)
course formatOnline (Zoom)
short descriptionB1.1 (follow up) - Only people who have the B1.1 certificate of attendance can register without a placement test.
notesThe exact date of an additional meeting has not yet been set.
B2.1
Wed, 17:30-20:30 Register
course IDJap7
Free spots> 5
course length05.03.2025-02.04.2025
lesson hours17:30-20:30
lesson units20
price57€ (student) / 79€ (non-student)
course formatOnline (Zoom)
short descriptionB2.1 - Only people who have the B1.3 certificate of attendance can register without a placement test.

Persian

A1.2
Thu+Sat, 18:00 - 21:00 (Thu) 14:00 - 17:00 (Sat) Register
course IDPer1
Free spots> 5
course length06.03.2025-10.04.2025
lesson hours18:00 - 21:00 (Thu) 14:00 - 17:00 (Sat)
lesson units40
price95€ (student) / 132€ (non-student)
course formatOnline (Zoom)
teacherFatemeh (Lida)
short descriptionFour skills (reading, writing, listening, speaking). Participants are expected to have the most basic knowledge (A1.1) of the Persian language. We will discuss the following topics: Months, time, orientation with local transport, asking for directions, leisure activities, holidays in Iran, Noruz, visiting a resturant, etc
notesPersian (Ghasem Toulany, Eva Orthmann) - Textbook of the Persian language. Please get the book, the teacher will send additional material by e-mail. No lessons on 08.03.2025
A2-B1 Conversation
Tue+Thu, 13:30-16:30 Register
course IDPer2
Free spots> 5
course length04.03.2025-27.03.2025
lesson hours13:30-16:30
lesson units30
price76€ (student) / 106€ (non-student)
course formatIn-person
teacherFarah
short descriptionConversation at A2 and B1 level on various topics: Iranian culture, music, society, telling short stories, etc.
notesThe teacher will provide teaching material (copies, which must be paid for additionally). On 27th March 2025 13:30-15:00

Spanish

A1.1
Mon+Wed, 10:00-12:30 Register
course IDSpa1
Free spots> 5
course length03.03.2025-09.04.2025
lesson hours10:00-12:30
lesson units40
price95€ (student) / 132€ (non-student)
course formatOnline (Zoom)
teacherAngel
short descriptionExplore the basics, learn simple vocabulary and grammar. This course is the starting point for your Spanish language journey, an opportunity to experience the joy of learning the language from the very beginning.
A1.1
Mon-Fri, 14:00-17:00 Register
course IDSpa2
Free spots> 5
course length24.03.2025-04.04.2025
lesson hours14:00-17:00
lesson units40
price95€ (student) / 132€ (non-student)
course formatIn-person
teacherCarmen
short descriptionSpanish for Beginners. Provides basic knowledge of grammar and relevant situations in everyday life and study.   
notesBook: Estudiantes ELE A1
A1.2
Mon-Fri, 17:30-20:30 Register
course IDSpa3
Free spots> 5
course length24.03.2025-04.04.2025
lesson hours17:30-20:30
lesson units40
price95€ (student) / 132€ (non-student)
course formatIn-person
teacherCarmen
short descriptionSpanish for beginners with little previous knowledge. The focus is on the continuation of grammar and topics in everyday life and study.
notesBook: Estudiantes ELE A1
A2.1
Tue+Thu, 10:00-12:30 Register
course IDSpa4
Free spots> 5
course length04.03.2025-10.04.2025
lesson hours10:00-12:30
lesson units40
price95€ (student) / 132€ (non-student)
course formatIn-person
teacherAngel
short descriptionDeepen your knowledge, expand your vocabulary and improve your grammar. Immerse yourself further in Spanish culture and develop your ability to communicate effortlessly in everyday conversations in Spanish.
A2.2
Mon-Fri, 14:00-17:00 Register
course IDSpa5
Free spots> 5
course length10.03.2025-21.04.2025
lesson hours14:00-17:00
lesson units40
price95€ (student) / 132€ (non-student)
course formatIn-person
teacherCarmen
short descriptionIn level A2.2 we learn to describe aspects of the past and our surroundings. We use simple sentences to talk about everyday life and tell short stories.
notesBook: Estudiantes ELE A2
B1.1
Mon-Fri, 17:30-20:30 Register
course IDSpa6
Free spots> 5
course length11.03.2025-21.04.2025
lesson hours17:30-20:30
lesson units40
price95€ (student) / 132€ (non-student)
course formatIn-person
teacherCarmen
short descriptionCommunicative skills on familiar topics are acquired. The course participant will be able to use communicative strategies to hold conversations about the future and the past.
notesBook: Estudiantes ELE B1 One appointment will be made later.
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