German Foundation Course (General German)
| Study location | Hungary, Budapest |
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| Type | Preparatory course, full-time |
| Nominal duration | 2 semesters (1 year) (60 ECTS) |
| Study language | German |
| Awards | (Declaration of Completion (non-degree program)) |
| Tuition fee | €2,400 per semester |
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| Application fee | €200 one-time |
| Entry qualification | High school / secondary education (or higher) Admission requirements The students who apply for the German Foundation Program are expected to present the documentation of their certificate of matriculation from a secondary school and to submit their application with the necessary attachments. The university only accepts certificates which are equivalent to the Hungarian certificate of matriculation and thus appropriate for continuing one’s studies in university education. If the certificate is not in English, the university needs an official translation, which could be a translation by the secondary school as well. If the applicant completes their secondary education during the current term and their certificate is not issued before the application deadline, a proof of student status or a certification, which verifies that the applicant will receive matriculation is required instead. In case of being accepted as a student, however, the applicant must present their certificate of matriculation upon enrolment at the latest. This program is not available for Hungarian citizens. Please note: the university reserves the right to cancel the course if the required minimum number of participants is not admitted. The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English / German. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Bear in mind that providing us with your personal data (name, mother’s name, email, passport number, etc.) is your responsibility and yours only. We cannot be held responsible for any delays caused by incomplete, misspelled or false data (re-issuing a letter of acceptance may take considerable time). |
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| Language requirements | German Minimum level: CEFR A2 |
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| Other requirements | — Record of the final two years in secondary school Other: Optional documents for admissions Application deadlines The application procedure may include more periods in order to give the applicants the freedom to submit their application when it’s most suitable for them. The applicants of each period have the same chance to get admittance for the programme. However, please note, that the Faculty of Humanities ELTE reserves the right to cancel the entrance periods in case the number of the admitted applicants reaches the limit during the previous entrance periods. Procedure of the application BANK ACCOUNT DETAILS OF OUR UNIVERSITY PLEASE DO NOT MISS TO ADD IN THE MESSAGE SECTION: Entrance exam and selection process For more information about the application procedures, please visit the Faculty’s website.: btk.elte.hu/en |
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Overview
The German Foundation Course (Preparatory Year) has been designed for students who wish to study at ELTE or another European university, but do not yet have the necessary level of language competence and study skills to start a degree program in German language. If you take it seriously, the course can bring you up to speed in as little as two semesters.
The aim of the program is to provide a gateway for students to German speaking European education, where a good command of knowledge is required. The program equips students with the basic linguistic, cultural and study skills necessary for beginning degree studies at a European university.
Das sprachliche Vorbereitungsjahr richtet sich an alle Studienbewerberinnen und Studienbewerber aus dem Ausland, die an der ELTE oder an einer anderen Universität in Ungarn bzw. in Europa studieren wollen, aber noch keinen Nachweis über ausreichende Deutschkenntnisse für das Studium vorweisen können.
Der studienvorbereitende Deutschkurs besteht aus zwei Semestern und wird mit wenigstens 750 Kontaktstunden angeboten. Das Ziel des Vorbereitungskurses ist, dass Studieninteressierte die für ihr (Bachelor)Studium nötige fremdsprachliche Handlungsfähigkeit, die kulturellen und sprachlichen Kenntnisse sowie die studienrelevanten Fähigkeiten erwerben. Des Weiteren wird durch die Teilnahme am Kurs eine Mobilität im europäischen Hochschulraum ermöglicht.
Strength of program
Language improvement is the core element of the program, with a general course in language improvement, focusing on the basic skills of speaking, writing, listening and reading. To prepare you to use German for study purposes, there are also specialized courses in the accurate use of German grammar and vocabulary, as well as academic reading and writing, and classes on the presentation and discussion skills needed for participation in seminars.
Study Skills
Our teachers are there to help you, but you need to develop independent study skills for your future academic and professional career. You will attend courses designed to improve your ability to work on your own, with skills such as setting goals, managing time and monitoring progress.
Cultural Studies
It is impossible to use a language without understanding the culture that surrounds it. The program therefore includes two courses on the major German-speaking cultures, one focusing on Germany, and another one on Austria and Switzerland. Other courses cover aspects of European culture in general and the culture of your host country, Hungary.
Goals
If you take your studies seriously, you should be able to pass the CEFR B2-level language examination offered by the university at the end of the academic year.
Programme structure
Please find more information and the list of study units at the Faculty’s website: btk.elte.hu/en/content/german-foundation-programme-general-information.t.4110?m=285
The first semester has 18 working weeks (including exams), the second semester 19 working weeks (including exams), as detailed in the academic calendar. Bear in mind that there are 22 x 45 minute taught classes per week organized into 11 slots of 90 minute continuous classes.
Career opportunities
Those having completed the Foundation Course in German will be able to continue their higher education in Hungary and abroad. Once they earn a BA degree, the following career possibilities will enfold: journalism, tourism, teaching in non-state funded schools, government organizations, diplomacy and any other jobs that do not require degree-specific skills. Getting a job also depends on where students continues their studies after completing the foundation year.
Job examples
Job postings can only be applied for if you hold a university degree. Completion of the German Foundation Course will allow students to continue their studies at university level.