Short-term Discovery Programmes and Summer Schools

Fahrrad UB (S. Meyndt)

Join our immersive academic programme in the heart of Europe and gain a global edge through language, culture, and career-focused learning.

This programme offers students a unique opportunity to engage with European studies, sustainability, and innovation while enhancing their language skills. We offer three individually bookable consecutive two-week modules, exploring topics such as European political dynamics, environmental protection in the Upper Rhine Region, and the intersection of sustainability and entrepreneurship. Each module is complemented by exciting field trips and insightful visits to leading institutions and companies. This immersive experience combines theoretical input with practical exposure, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of European issues and the skills to engage with global challenges.

Each module integrates a language course that supports students’ communication abilities in real-world contexts. You can choose between a German course for beginners, which will equip you with essential everyday language survival skills, or an advanced English course, which will help to boost your speaking confidence and to refine your writing skills.

Extracurricular activities like welcome breakfast, campus and city tour, and a trip to the Black Forest on the weekend are also included in the programme fee.

Download our programme flyer.

View detailed module descriptions.

One module                                 1.700 €
Two modules (e.g. 1&2 or 2&3)   2.900 €
Three modules (1, 2 & 3)             3.900 €
*If we have to cancel any module due to a lack of participants, the Language Teaching Center will reimburse the complete participation fee. The Language Teaching Center will not be held responsible for any other financial damage caused for a participant by a cancellation.

•       32 hours of instruction in the content courses:
language of instruction - English B2+

•       20 hours of instruction in the language courses:
choose from English B2+ or German A1

•       Full-day excursion by chartered bus &
multiple field trips, company visits, and guided tours

•       Extracurricular activities:
e.g. campus and city tour, a trip to the Black Forest, etc.

•       Welcome breakfast and a farewell event

•      Course completion certificate with up to 3 ECTS credits

•      All course materials

•      Student discount for meals at the university canteen

•      Internet access in the university buildings

We can offer you a simple single room in student dormitories with shared kitchen and bathroom
or
help you book a studio apartment at an apartment hotel.

We can help you book a studio apartment at an apartment hotel.

Click here to find out more.

Of course, you can look for your own accommodation, e.g. here:

• www.freiburg.de
• www.wg-gesucht.de
• www.jugendherberge.de
  (The Language Teaching Centre does not assume any liability for the links above.)
   

January-February 2026: Application is open until October 31, 2025 >> HERE

July 2026: Application will open in December 2025

Grafik (J.Strohhäcker)

•  is 900 years old and lies at a tripoint - in close proximity to France and Switzerland.
•  is the southernmost and thus also the warmest major city in Germany.
•  offers numerous sights: the medieval Minster, two city gates, traditional Bächle (small water-filled runnels) and a lot more.
•  is famous for its world-renowned university which boasts a 550-year history of scholarly excellence and a prominent position in international rankings.
•  has been offering international language & culture courses at the university for over 100 years.
•  has become a role model for sustainable urban development worldwide as a Green City.
•  is the gateway to the Black Forest. High mountains, lakes and streams invite you to linger and relax.
•  is considered to be the city of Baden wine, since the city is surrounded by many wine regions.

Kastaniengarten (K.-H. Raach), Rathaus (J. Zamecnik), Münstermarkt (K.-H. Raach)

Münster (J. Strohhäcker), Hauptgebäude der Universität (P. Mesenholl), Universitätsbibliothek (S. Meyndt)

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Contact a team member:

Universitätsstraße 5 (S. Meyndt)