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Germany

There is no better place to study German than Germany itself! IPSL's German program partners live in the city of Halle, Germany is the ideal opportunity to study the German language intensively while experiencing daily life and meeting new people in Germany. Our intensive German course enables participants to learn German from native German speakers. While providing volunteer Service in Halle, you will be practicing the German you are studying in class with local German people. This immersion enables you to learn the language in a shorter time and more effectively.

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German Language Study and Volunteer Service w/ Refugees
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The main focus of IPSL's volunteer Service placements in Germany is supporting nonprofits that work with refugees from many regions who have come to Germany to establish new lives. ​

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Contact us.

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Halle, Germany

German language learning in Händel's birth city!

Experience Germany - and Europe - by completing an academic program requirement with our nonprofit  community-based partner dedicated to supporting refugees and other displaced people. Together we can customize your program to fit your schedule and budget. 

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Volunteer placements depend on the students' previous work experience, education, and German language proficiency. We will take any special requests into account and arrange a placement accordingly, if possible. 


All levels of German are welcome! We do require basic proficiency before the volunteer Service can commence. 

Academics

IPSL's partners in Germany are both a nonprofit refugee organization AND a modern, accredited German language institute for beginners to advanced speakers. You'll be taught by native speakers and you'll learn to speak, write and read Standard German. The lessons are held in small, international groups with modern teaching methods, so that learning German is fun.

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You will practice grammar, vocabulary, and conversation, and together with other students from around the world, you will discover diverse German culture(s). Through our activities and special interest programs, you will visit the sights in Germany and experience German Gemütlichkeit.

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There are several courses of study for different interests and proficiency levels. You can learn German in a Standard or Intensive Course. You can prepare for a certified language proficiency diploma or university studies. Whether you want to learn Business German or try a language course with your family - we have the perfect program for you.

Details

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What's normally Included

  • Tuition and academic fees for German courses

  • Official U.S. academic transcript 

  • Lodging (homestay or apartment)

  • Most meals (in homestay)

  • Transfer (from airport/train station to accommodation)

  • Volunteer Service placement & oversight

  • Honorarium for Service organization

  • On-site and online orientation and pre-departure materials

  • Health insurance 

  • Administrative fees

  • Language Proficiency Certificate.


  • Course materials

  • Student services at the school office

  • Free internet access and WiFi

  • Student handbook with interesting tips on exploring Germany

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What's normally not Included

  • International airfare (but can be!)

  • Passport/Visa (if staying longer than 90 days)

  • High-season surcharge for accommodation (June - August)

  • Some meals

  • Books

  • Personal spending money

  • Local personal transportation

  • Local transportation to service site

  • Local cell phone

  • Independent travel

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