Intensive German Language Courses
Language-ready for the semester
In cooperation with the International Office of the UR, the German as a Foreign Language department (DaF) offers intensive language courses during the lecture-free period before the start of the semester. These courses help international students improve their German skills – for a successful start to their studies and a smooth transition to life in Regensburg.
AT A GLANCE | |
| Target group International students at the UR (exchange students and regular students) international students of the OTH as well as |
? | Course level A1-B2 |
| Courses for the winter semester 2026/27 7 September - 2 October 2026 Courses for the summer semester 2027 8 March - 9 April 2027 |
? | Contact Studienbegleitung.daf(at)ur.de (opens your email program) |
Course Structure
The intensive language courses are offered at levels A1 to B2 and consist of two components:
- Course 1: Language course - 80 course hours
- Course 2: Language training - 24 course hours
→ Total: 104 course hours / 20 course days
Please note:
- Within one course, it is possible to complete half a level.
- In addition to language instruction, the programme includes various activities and excursions, guided by tutors.
Course Schedule & Timetable
- During the lecture-free period
- Course start: approx. 5 weeks before the start of the lecture period
- Duration: 4 weeks / 20 course days
- Classes from Monday to Friday
Timetable:
Placement
- Compulsory placement test
- Placement test date: Thursday before the start of the course
Registration & Fees
- Registration exclusively via the International Office of the University of Regensburg
- OTH students, PhD students, staff members, and visiting scholars of the UR: participation only subject to availability and upon request
- Course fees: between € 395 and € 475, depending on status – exact fees are provided by the International Office
- Accommodation and living expenses are not included in the course fee
- Fee waivers for selected degree programs are available through iSTEPS
Certificates & ECTS
- Upon successful completion: certificate with grade and 12 ECTS credits
- Requirements:
- at least 75% attendance
- active participation
- successful completion of assessments
- Assessment components:
- Language course: interim test (40%), final test (60%)
- Language training: active participation (40%), course project (60%)
- Overall grade: language course (75%), language training (25%)