German language courses in Heidelberg, Germany

International House Heidelberg - Collegium Palatinum, Southern Germany:
ih Heidelberg - Collegium Palatinum founded in 1958, has over 55 years of experience instructing language students from all over the world in German as a foreign language and offers various types of quality German courses. Our language school is member of International House World Organisation (IHWO), FaDaF (Associaton for German as a Foreign Language), and is official exam center for telc Language Tests and TestDaF. College credits can be earned through CCIS at ih Heidelberg - Collegium Palatinum.

- German Standard Course 20
- German Intensive Course 25
- German Combination Course 25 Plus 5
- German Intensive Course Plus 30
- Exam Preparation Courses for telc or TestDaF
- Private and specialized instruction
- Small Group Course
- Corporate Courses

Quality Teachers:
Well trained and highly experienced professionals are our assets. Our teaching staff holds university degrees and speaks one or more foreign languages themselves and has experience working with people from various countries and backgrounds. Their skills and dedication ensure the high quality of our German language courses. All ih-schools put an high emphasize on quality and  innovation in language teaching, and continuous professional development of their teachers.

Heidelberg is regarded as Germany’s most beautiful city. The school is located in one of the most beautiful regions in Heidelberg. The presence of the more than 600 year old University of Heidelberg creates a congenial atmosphere in which students quickly feel at home. Heidelberg hosts thousands of students from all over the world and is involved with a variety of multinational companies and trade centers both regionally and internationally. Heidelberg´s historic charm mingles with state-of-the-art-science and technology.
Openness and international atmosphere make Heidelberg the ideal place for your study abroad in Germany!

Cultural activities and excursions are organized to enrich the learning experience. Participants learn German, discover South Germany, Heidelberg and its surroundings and get familiar with German culture and lifestyle. The cultural program is an integral part of our language courses. Guided tours through the city of Heidelberg, sightseeing trips to the Heidelberg castle and the local museums, events such as concerts and theatre venues, daytrips to beautiful German typical cities such as Schwetzingen, Speyer in the Palatinate region or Baden-Baden or to bigger cities such as Frankfurt or Stuttgart. The cultural program also encourages participants to get to know one another and make international friends.

We offer a wide range of accommodation options:

In guest families:
with breakfast or half-board are an excellent option for those who want to share the daily life with Germans while practicing the language.
Hotel and pensions:
are recommended for short stays to participants with a compact timetable.
Private shared rooms or flats can be booked directly via internet.

Student residence:
As of July 2013 we will have an additional state-of-the-art student residence, located off-campus in Heidelberg's newest and trendy "Bahnstadt-quarter". It provides modern fully-furnished single apartments (about 21m²) with a built-in kitchen and bathroom. The public areas offer inviting rooms for socializing, common learning, cooking and relaxing. There is a TV- lounge for all, a modern fitness area, a huge shared kitchen, and washing machines and dryer in the laundry centre. High-speed internet and cable TV is included.

Over 55 years of expertise, experience and success in teaching German as a Foreign Language - Small class sizes -  All course levels -  Evaluation entry test - Official exam center -  Highly experienced teaching staff - college credits through CCIS: take a study abroad semester with us while studying towards your academic degree - Personal guidance and academic counselling - Cultural immersion - Active communication - efficient use of audio & visual tools - Immediate use of new vocabulary and grammar - Central location -  Student ID card - Cultural program and excursions - Various accommodation options - Health insurance - Airport shuttle service.

ih Heidelberg - Collegium Palatinum is an affiliate of International House World Organisation. IHWO is a network of language schools around the world with about 150 schools in 50 countries. We are committed to implementing high standards of quality in the services we offer.

International House schools:
• maintain high professional standards in all its educational activities and submits these standards for regular inspections arranged by the International House World Organisation.
• employ as teachers only those whose professional training and qualifications are approved by the International House World Organisation.
• observe a high standard of professional and commercial conduct in all its dealings with students, clients, staff, other affiliates, and the general public.