Semi-intensive course (part-time)

Out of all our German courses, the hybrid semi-intensive course is the most flexible for everyday life and allows the students more time for revision between classes. We offer these three options:

 

  • Afternoon course (8 lessons per week)
  • Late afternoon course (6 lessons per week)
  • Evening course (6 lessons per week)
Learning in homogeneous groups

Target audience

Fast-learning and motivated adults worldwide

Student profile

Education: 83% with university level (40% Bachelor, 43% Master, PhD or higher)
Age: 75% of participants are between 25 and 40 years old (median: 30 years)
Origin: 46% Europe, 16% Far East, 15% Latin America, 11% North America, 5% Middle East, 7% other

Group size

1 to 9 students

Days and times

Afternoon classes: Mon/Wed or Tue/Thu, 13.30 to 16.40

Late afternoon classes: Mon/Wed or Tue/Thu, 15.30 to 17.40

Evening classes: Mo/Wed or Tue/Thu, 18.00 to 20.10

Lessons per week

Afternoon courses: 8 lessons of 40 minutes

Evening classes: 6 lessons of 40 minutes

If there are less than 4 students registered, our courses go into semi-private mode. The reduced times are listed in the terms and conditions. Lesson content and prices remain unchanged.

Course starts afternoon

After taking the assessment test, people with an existing knowledge of German can begin a suitable course every other week, depending on places being available in the class.

Start-Date Weekdays
15. May 2023 Monday and Wednesday
27. June 2023 Tuesday and Thursday
19. September 2023 Tuesday and Thursday
30. October 2023 Monday and Wednesday
12. December 2023 Tuesday and Thursday

Course starts late afternoon

After taking the assessment test, people with an existing knowledge of German can begin a suitable course every other week, depending on places being available in the class.

Start-Date Weekdays
4. April 2023 Tuesday and Thursday
7. August 2023 Monday and Wednesday

Course starts evening

After taking the assessment test, people with an existing knowledge of German can begin a suitable course every other week, depending on places being available in the class.

Start-Date Weekdays
3. April 2023 Monday and Wednesday
2. May 2023 Tuesday and Thursday
31. May 2023 Monday and Wednesday
27. June 2023 Tuesday and Thursday
24. July 2023 Monday and Wednesday
22. August 2023 Tuesday and Thursday
18. September 2023 Monday and Wednesday
17. October 2023 Tuesday and Thursday
13. November 2023 Monday and Wednesday
12. December 2023 Tuesday and Thursday

Additional effort

2 to 4 hours per week
(1 to 2 hours per course day for preparation and homework)

Course length

1 to 120 weeks (your choice)

Course location

Zurich or via video link (depending on your preference)

Notice period

1 week to the end of a calendar week

Goethe certificate, course confirmation

Goethe or telc certificate examinations (B1, B2, C1) can be taken after completion of the corresponding level without further preparation. We guarantee that you will pass the examination.

The Bellingua course confirmation will be issued automatically after completing the course.

Money back guarantee

Valid during the first two weeks of the course.

If the student decides to cancel the course at the end of the second week, the course fees will be fully refunded.

Childcare

Just a 2-minute walk from our language school is the Gloggespiel childcare centre. Childcare can be provided by appointment or spontaneously.

Further information is available here.

Price, additional costs

Course

CHF 150 per week (afternoon: CHF 18.75 per lesson | late afternoon & evening: CHF 25 per lesson). Course books are not included.

Books
Approx. CHF 45 per 10 modules (corresponds to 20 weeks semi-intensive course) Books can be purchased from us or simply via this link.

Other costs
There are no additional costs.

Goethe Certificates
Taking a certificate exam is voluntary, the fees vary depending on the certificate.

Personal consultation

Before you register for a German course, there is a free consultation meeting (in German or English) in order to find out more about your individual needs and goals. Our customer advisors are available during our opening hours – in person at our school office, by phone or via video call. Just drop in or give us a call (++41 44 250 20 00). For a video call please set up an appointment.

 

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