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GermanyIntensive German languagePROGRAMThis is a four-week program of German language instruction taught at the Herder Institute of the University of Leipzig in Saxony. The program is designed for students who have had at least one semester of German. Included are tours and overnight excursions, as well as intensive instruction leading to four (4) Temple credits. The Herder Institute has more than 40 years of excellence in advancing German language skills, as well as teaching about the culture and civilization of Germany. interDaF at the University of Leipzig’s Herder Institute is a non-profit association which constitutes the University of Leipzig’s center specializing in German as a Foreign Language — and continues the proud tradition in this field maintained here for decades. LEIPZIGLocated in the heart of Europe in the former East Germany, the city of Leipzig has a population of nearly 700,000. In the past, Leipzig was a center of trade fairs, the seat of the Supreme Court, the leading center of libraries, publishing houses and the German book trade, and the hub of European trade. One thing which remains unchanged is Leipzig’s significance as a city of music (Bach, Mendelssohn, Wagner), the arts, and above all, science and learning. Founded in 1409, its university is the second oldest in Germany. Leipzig’s historic importance is self-evident from its numerous magnificent buildings (now mostly refurbished), which include first-class sights such as the Old Town Hall, the Old Exchange, the old and new exhibition centers, and the Monument to the Battle of Leipzig. Located in a beautiful area of vistas, history, and culture, Leipzig is only two hours from Berlin, one hour from Dresden and Weimar, and three hours from Prague. COURSESDuring the first week of the program students will participate in an orientation that will familiarize them with the university and the city. The following three weeks will consist of intensive language study and excursions outside of the city.
Students take placement tests upon arrival and then enroll in the appropriate level of German. Beginning students, who must have at least one semester of German or its equivalent, enroll in German 1002: Introduction to German II for four credits. Intermediate students enroll in one of the following courses, plus a one-credit independent study in German studies, for a total of four credits: Students placing at advanced levels enroll in one of the following courses, plus a one-credit independent study in German studies, for a total of four credits:
FACULTYThe program coordinator will be Dr. Anthony Waskie, assistant professor of German at Temple University, who will accompany the group and act as advisor, and assist in evaluation and granting of credit. Dr. Waskie is a specialist in German language and literature. He has extensive experience teaching German and studied at the University of Marburg & Salzburg (Austria). The language faculty will be those assigned by the Herder Institute and the University of Leipzig.
FIELD TRIPSIn addition to tours of Leipzig, the program includes an overnight excursion to Berlin and Potsdam. The Herder Institute also organizes optional day trips to Weimar, Spreewald, and Saxon Switzerland, which students may take advantage of at an additional cost. ACCOMODATION & MEALSStudents will live in a single room in the student dormitory. Meals can be taken in the university cafeteria at affordable prices, prepared in the kitchenettes in dorms, or taken in town at restaurants.
2008 COSTS
* Please note that this fee is based on last year's costs and will be updated The Germany fee includes housing and the overnight excursion to Berlin and Potsdam. In addition, students need to budget money for personal expenses including meals; local and personal travel; optional excursions; international airfare (estimated at $1000-$1300); health insurance; and the International Student Identity Card (currently $22). 2008 CALENDAR (Summer I)Dates are tentative and subject to change
ELIGIBILITY AND APPLICATION REQUIREMENTSPlease see General Summer Information for program eligibility and application requirements that apply to all programs. In addition for the German program, students must have successfully completed one semester of German language at the university level. APPLICATION DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 15For more information, please contact Dr. Anthony Waskie, Temple University, Department of German, French, Italian and Slavic, 215-204-5452, awaski01@temple.edu |
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