GLS Language School in Berlin
Description of GLS Language School in Berlin
GLS Language School in Berlin is a prestigious language school for adults in the capital of Germany. The school has been operating in Berlin since 1983. Three times in past 10 years, GLS Berlin School has been recognized as the best language school in the country. Today, the educational institution is distinguished by high academic results, exceptional quality of educational services.
The GSL Language School is located in the center of the German capital. The school occupies a modern building in Prenzlauer Berg, a prestigious and fashionable area with developed infrastructure. In walking distance from the school there are many sights of Berlin. Convenient location allows you to combine the studying with exciting rest. During walks around the city, students can improve their language skills in an informal atmosphere.
What is the best time to apply to language schools? What should students prepare for?
At the age of 18, after graduating high school, students are naturally transitioning towards adulthood. The best time to study languages abroad is before starting university, as this will give them the needed time to reflect on what career path they wish to commence.
Programs and prices, tuition fees in GLS Language School in Berlin
General German course (standard, intensive)
Brief information: A program designed for at least a week, focused on the rapid development of basic language skills.
About the educational course:The general German course is available in standard and intensive versions. Educational courses includes:
- 20 lessons per week (standart) or 30 lessons per week (intensive);
- Group lessons (standard) or Classes in standard groups (12 students) before lunch, and in mini-groups (6 students) in the afternoon (intensive);
- Individual consultations;
- 2 - 4-hour themed tours around Berlin;
- 1 visiting excursion (Dresden, Leipzig, Hamburg, Potsdam).
The emphasis in the educational program is on the development of conversational speech, communication skills. Vocabulary and grammar are studied mainly in the process of communication in a group and with teachers.
Students age: 16-20.
Requirements for enrollment: language level - from beginner.
Result of the educational program:
- Confident knowledge in the basic language aspects;
- Free communication in German in everyday life;
- Competent management of personal correspondence.
Educational group: 12 students.
Duration of the lesson : 45 minutes.
Tuition fee includes:
- Transfers from Berlin airport on Sundays (from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.);
- 20 German lessons per week (from 15-30 to 19-00);
- 2 activities per week;
- 1 excursion in a week;
- Meals 2 times a day;
- Accommodation (hotel / campus / family).
General German Course
Brief information: A standard language program that allows you to acquire and improve general language skills, improve spoken German.
About the edcuational course: The program is available in two versions:
- Intensive (20 lessons per week);
- Super Intensive (30 lessons per week);
- Crash (30 lessons per week).
The educational course includes:
- Academic studies in German;
- 1 additional lecture per week.
The emphasis on lessons is made on the development of international students' communication skills. Educational process takes place with complete immersion in the language environment. Lessons are conducted by two teachers, who change after the break.
Students Age: 18+.
Dates of the educational program: Starts every Monday.
Enrollment requirements: level of language - beginner.
Results of the educational program:
- Confident general language skills;
- Fluency in German at a level sufficient for communication in everyday situations.
Educational group: up to 12 students.
Lesson duration: 45 minutes.
Brief information: Specialized course of intensive preparation for the passing of a language test for at least 4 weeks.
About the educational course: The program includes 30 lessons per week:
- 20 lessons are reserved for general language training;
- 10 lessons are held according to the program of preparation for the language test.
Specialized lessons include several blocks:
- Getting to know the TestDaF methodology;
- Doing exercises to develop the skills of analyzing printed text;
- Listening to German language;
- Writing block;
- Speaking (literacy, fluency) block.
The program also provides intensive work on expanding the vocabulary, conducting trainings for students to get the experience of oral communication in German on specific topics. During the educational process, test exams are conducted in compliance with the TestDaF format.
Students age: 18+.
Dates of the educational program: from January to November.
Admission requirements: language level - B2-C1.
Result of the educational course: improvement of German to the level of mittelstufe or oberstufe.
Educational group: up to 12 international students.
Lesson duration: 45 minutes.
Some options are not included in the tuition fee and are paid additionally:
- The examination fee;
- Study materials.
GOETHE Exam (Goethe)
Brief information: The preparation program for the GOETHE certificate for personal, academic, professional purposes.
About the educational course: The course with academic schedule of 30 lessons per week includes 2 blocks:
- General language;
- Profile block.
The first provides intensive work on developing the basic skills of German. The profile block (10 lessons per week) serves to prepare for testing. International students get acquainted with:
- The strategy of passing the GOETHE test;
- The peculiarities of assessing the level of knowledge;
- Perform typical tasks (verbally and in writing).
Also, training involves testing. This allows us to identify gaps in the knowledge of students and focus their attention on the study of specific linguistic aspects.
Students age: 18+.
Dates of the educational program: year-round.
Requirements for enrollment: language level - A1 - C2.
Results of the educational course:
- Acquiring and consolidating knowledge;
- Improving language skills;
- Confirming the level of German proficiency for living in Germany; Studying in a college, university or working in the country.
Educationl group: up to 12 students.
Lesson duration: 45 minutes.
The examination fee is paid additionally:
- Level B2;
- C1;
- C2.
English in the summer for students
- Language of instruction: English
- Age: 7-14
- Class size: up to 12 people
- Minimum language proficiency: A1
- Duration: from 1 week.
A summer camp is held on the shores of a picturesque lake, where students can chat with peers from other countries and have fun on campus.
What is included in the price:
- 15 English lessons per week
- Groups are formed by levels: beginners, elementary, intermediate, advanced
- 2 excursions per week
- 3 campus activities
- Campus accommodation (rooms for 2-3 people, private bathroom)
- Board meals
- Transport and entry fees
- Roundtrip transfer
- Insurance
- 24 hour supervision.
Paid additionally:
- Extra scheduled transfer
- Additional day
- Sailing or tennis (3 lessons of 90 minutes per week).
Accommodation, meals, prices
Students are offered accommodation in the residence and host family. Opportunities of an available housing on a campus allow to place up 100 students. The residence has 50 studio apartments for 1-2 people. Each of them includes furnished rooms, bathroom, kitchen. Internet is available in the studios.
In the residence, students can also get conditions of increased comfort. Two-storey studios are rented with a ceiling height of up to 5 meters.
In families, students are accommodated in single rooms with furniture and internet. Facilities, recreation areas are in the house in common use.
Available meals in the school: half board, breakfast only (in the family), self-service (in the apartment).
The cost of children's programs is included in the course price.
The cost of living for adult courses:
- Studio apartments on campus or off-campus, class "Standard", breakfast included, separate kitchen and bathroom, the cost depends on the duration of the course;
- Studio apartments on campus or off campus, increased comfort, breakfast included, separate kitchen and bathroom, the cost depends on the duration of the course;
- Hotel accommodation, breakfast included;
- Homestay, meals two times, shared bathroom and kitchen, studio apartment, the cost depends on the duration of the course;
- Accommodation in a rented flat, without meals, shared bathroom and kitchen, studio apartment, the cost depends on the duration of the course;
- Accommodation in a rented apartment, only breakfast, shared bathroom and kitchen, studio apartment, the cost depends on the duration of the course.
Subjects and sports
Activities GLS Language School in Berlin
The German Language School offers an extensive extracurricular program. From 3 to 5 events are held per week. At weekends, students are offered on-site excursions and cognitive holidays in the capital of Germany. Interest in Berlin is represented by architectural complexes, numerous museums, galleries, entertainment centers. Also, students are offered lake walks, club holidays. Among the outbound excursion routes, the most popular are those that include visits to Leipzig, Hamburg, Dresden.
Daily routine
Lessons take place in the morning.
Advantages
- GLS Berlin School has everything necessary to ensure the effectiveness of the learning process: qualified personnel, methodological and technical base.
- The school offers programs that allow to practice German from the first lesson.
- The program can be combined with bright and saturated leisure. Available directions are: from excursion to shopping and club entertainment.
- Programs are selected for students on an individual basis. Level of basic preparation are determined by testing.
- Classes in the language school are held in small groups.
- Lessons and thematic meetings are dynamic.
Facilities and equipment at GLS Language School in Berlin
The campus includes several buildings. The main school building is equipped with 40 classrooms, there is a computer center, a cafeteria, a bookshop, a restaurant. On the campus there is a picturesque garden of about 1 hectare. The school also has residences, an administrative building, an infrastructure for recreation and sports.
Admission dates and extra charges
Additional fees:
- Public transport travelling
- Entrance fee
- Additional school day
- Non-scheduled transfer
- Insurance
- Visa services and fees
- Airtickets
- Enrollment services.
Extras:
- Extra night 100 EUR
- Transfer (one way) 80 EUR
- Deposit for a course/programme 100 EUR
- Laundry service 30 EUR
- Medical insurance 10 EUR
Literature and references
Institution on the map
Residence permits, citizenship and other services
- Guardianship services during the studies
- Student supervision
Review about GLS Language School in Berlin
How did I choose the language school?
I went to Germany, because I need to improve my German proficiency. My girlfriend, who was already abroad, advised me to get acquainted with the information about summer courses in Germany on SMAPSE. The whole evening my parents and I were selecting a suitable option for us. Thank you! The choice is made: Summer Camp GLS Berlin. I'm going!
Recommendations on when to apply
| Language courses, schools and children's language camps | Primary and secondary education - private schools | Preparation programmes for entering universities - higher education | Higher education (after completing accredited programs A-level, IB, High School) - Bachelor, Master, MBA |
| - we recommend to apply 6-9 months before the start of the course (some camps and schools offer discounts for early booking or for lengthy study programs) - there are some very popular and high demand children's camps, where the applications need to be submitted 1 year in advance (in particular Switzerland , Great Britain , USA , Canada , Austria) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the training program, - some schools have a specific time frame (September-November - please specify an individual school) - some schools require tests in several stages (UKISET, internal tests of the school: English, mathematics, logics, subjects, interview, some require a personal visit) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the program, - for Foundation and Pathway programs, IELTS and TOEFL certificates are usually required, respectively | - recommended submission one year before the start of the program, - the deadline normally closes in January, for TOP HEIs and, as a rule, in March in other universities - for a bachelor, a Foundation or Pathway preparatory program a completed A-level, IB, High School + IELTS / TOEFL are required - for Masters you need a graduated higher education, in some cases you need a pre-Masters program - MBA requires completed higher education, work experience preferably at least 2-3 years, etc. |
