Page 2 of 3, top Courses in Austria 2019

Combine a standard SD group course with the luxury of individual training. Got a new job? Need to relocate to Austria? You want to brush up on your professional German or you just have a very specific interest and want to improve your German there? Then the SD PLUS is perfect for you! You can participate in a general German group course, and after that have a daily meeting with your teacher where you can focus on specific topics you picked yourself.

Extra time to speak! On top of the standard SD course, you have extra lesson hours per day to revise, repeat and deepen your German skills. As with all our group courses – our method is unique. Our teachers are drilled to motivate you to speak – speaking is learning! With our own material (books, CDs, iOL – inlingua Online Learning, …) you always know where you are, what you are capable of and how fast you progress. Our course books and exercises are developed in accordance with the CEFL level system, so when you are finished with e.g. book 1.2. you know you have reached level A2!

This in one of our most popular group courses! Learn German in very small groups (3-6 students, in June, July, August 3-8 students), be fast, be efficient! There is no time to waste, active speaking is key! With our own material (books, CDs, iOL – inlingua Online Learning, …) you always know where you are, what you are capable of and how fast you progress. Our course books and exercises are developed in accordance with the CEFL level system, so when you are finished with e.g. book 1.1. you know you have reached level A1!

ActiLingua offers German courses in combination with paid or unpaid work experience. The programme is divided into two parts. First you attend a preparatory German course in Vienna for at least 4 weeks. This is followed by a work placement lasting a minimum of one months at a carefully selected Austrian enterprise, e.g. hotel, restaurant, travel agency, import/export company or ski school.

Paid work experience: For students from countries of the European Union and from Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Switzerland.

In addition to your Standard or Intensive German course you can book music lessons. Music instruction takes place at the Vienna Conservatory and is available for music students, professionals and enthusiastic amateurs. Practical lessons: You receive one individual instrumental (e.g. violin, piano, clarinet etc.) or vocal lesson per week. Theoretical lessons: music history, acoustics, solfeggio. (Good knowledge of German required!)

German course of your choice with 20 to 30 German lessons and 5 lessons (2-3 times) of cultural and leisure programme per week. You study German for 4 or 6 lessons daily from Monday to Friday in small international groups, following a recognized curriculum. Our cultural programme with its Vienna city walks, talks and other activities promotes insights into Austrian culture and music.... [-]

Courses for non-native German teachers who work with teenagers or adults.

Objectives: to improve personal German skills, discuss various teaching methods and approaches, and learn more about Austrian literature and culture. Funding available through Erasmus+.

German Teachers’ Course 1:

Teachers’ training course (20) + cultural/special interest programme (5) per week or

German Teachers’ Course 2:

General German course (20) + cultural/special interest programme (5) per week + teachers’ training course (7)

We run special training courses for teachers who are non-native speakers of German. The courses are an opportunity for you to update your language skills and exchange your experiences with various teaching methods with international colleagues and teaching staff of our language school. Up-to-date information on the Austrian and German language, culture and literature is part of the programme. The course is designed to provide you with suggestions and new ideas which you can then put into practice after returning home.... [-]

The combination of a Standard Course and Business German enables you to learn what you need for your job.

Lessons: 35 lessons per week Standard Course (20) + Business German (10) + cultural/special interest programme (5). (1 lesson = 45 minutes)

The programme is directed at high school graduates who would like to study in Austria. In the German course you perfect your knowledge of German. The ActiLingua university expert advises you on the right choice of university and the enrolment process. We can also help you regarding registration at a suitable private/public university or university of applied sciences in Austria with Bachelor or Master degree. This course has to be booked in addition to a Standard or Intensive Course.

University Preparation

A certificate preparation course prepares you for taking a university entrance exam. ActiLingua is an examination centre for OSD University entrance certificates. OSD Zertifikat B2 or OSD Zertifikat C1 will be recognized by Austrian and some German universities as sufficient language entrance requirements. Our university advisor will inform you in two tutorials about the Austrian system of higher education and assist you in choosing the right university and study programme.... [-]

You define the content of your language course yourself, resulting in a maximisation of input in the one-to-one sessions with your own teacher(s).

Lessons: 10-40 lessons per week 2, 4, 6 or 8 lessons daily + 5 lessons cultural/special interest programme. (1 lesson = 45 minutes)

Combination of group tuition (Standard Course) and individual tuition. Individual tuition caters to special learning needs and takes your vocational interests into account.

Lessons: 35 lessons per week German course (20) + individual tuition (10) + cultural/special interest programme (5). (1 lesson = 45 minutes)

When booking this course with 12 weeks duration or more you will benefit from our long-term discount up to 18%.

You will study general German for four lessons daily (Standard Course) plus two additional lessons a day in small groups, in which your teacher specifically focuses on your individual needs and weak points. This course is ideal for anybody wanting to make rapid progress in a short time. Lessons: 35 lessons per week German course (20) + mini group (10) + cultural/special interest programme (5). (1 lesson = 45 minutes) When booking this course with 12 weeks duration or more you will benefit from our long-term discount up to 18%.

The main emphasis is placed on improving your communication skills. Lessons in grammar and conversation help you to enhance vocabulary and improve your syntax. You will practice formal and informal writing and work on your listening and reading comprehension.

Lessons: 25 lessons per week German course (20) + cultural/special interest programme (5). (1 lesson = 45 minutes)

When booking this course with 12 weeks duration or more you will benefit from our long-term discount up to 18%.

Unlock your students’ potential with practical and professional teacher training that focuses on refreshing and developing teaching skills. Ensure that you are confident in the modern multi-cultural and multi-lingual classroom with Eton Institute’s international TESOL course certification.

Eton Institute’s international TESOL/TFL certification course is for candidates interested in teaching English as a language to non-native speakers, and is perfect for both new teachers and current teachers wishing to upgrade their skill set.

TFL certification is for candidates interested in teaching any foreign language other than English.

Eton Institute’s TESOL curriculum meets the highest of international quality standards in language services.... [-]

Learn to Speak Portuguese: The language is considered to be very expressive and romantic and has many words similar to Spanish and French. Our qualified native instructors provide an engaging teaching environment that will develop your conversation skills and will build your vocabulary. We focus on the language of real life situations that you can use in everyday conversation.

Online Self-Study Courses: Our Portuguese online course helps you learn the language at your own convenience. The course covers all the skills critical to language learning: reading, writing, listening, speaking, vocabulary, grammar and culture.

Portuguese is the sixth most widely spoken language in the world. It is spoken across Europe, South America, Africa and Asia and is the official language of eight countries. By learning the language you will be able to communicate with over 200 million people worldwide.... [-]

Learn Italian with our qualified and experienced native instructors in a pleasant and friendly learning environment. We adopt interactive immersion techniques for better results. You can also enjoy our free cultural evenings, interact with native speakers and meet language enthusiasts at our free language exchange event.