Program Overview

Introduction to the Deutsch-Intensivkurs (DaF) Program

The Deutsch-Intensivkurs (DaF) program is a preparatory German language course offered by the Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin. The course is designed to prepare international students for their studies at the university.

Program Details

Course Duration and Dates

The course takes place from August 31 to September 25, 2026. Online registration is possible from May 15, 2026.

Course Structure

• The course consists of 95 teaching units (UE), with one UE equal to 45 minutes.
• The course awards 7 ECTS points upon regular attendance (80%).
• The course fee is 500 Euros, which includes the registration fee, placement test, German lessons, teaching materials, and a certificate of attendance with ECTS points.

Target Group and Admission Requirements

• The minimum age for participation is 18 years.
• Good English language skills are required.
• The number of participants per course is limited to 12-16.

Course Schedule

• German lessons take place from 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM.
• The course begins with a placement test on August 31, 2026, and lessons start on September 2, 2026.

Registration and Payment

Registration Process

1. Online registration (email address required)
2. Receipt of payment request with bank details
3. Transfer of course fees
4. Receipt of payment confirmation and registration confirmation

Payment Details

• Course fee: 500 Euros
• Payment deadline: Three weeks after online registration
• Bank details:
  • Account holder: Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin
  • Bank: Deutsche Bank PFK AG
  • IBAN: DE05
  • Swift/BIC code: DEUTDEDB110
• Payment purpose: ERASMUS + name of applicant

Visa Requirements

• Participants are responsible for obtaining their visa.
• A tourist visa is usually sufficient for the 4-week course.
• The university can provide an official invitation letter for the German embassy upon request.

Cancellation Policy

• A cancellation fee of 50 Euros applies if the participant cancels up to 14 days before the course starts.
• The full course fee will be retained if the participant cancels within 14 days of the course start or after the course has begun.

Insurance

• Participants must have health insurance that is valid in Germany (preferably Europe).
• It is also recommended to have accident and liability insurance.

Code of Conduct

1. Participants behave fairly and respect the rights of others.
2. Participants take responsibility for their own learning and familiarize themselves with examination and study regulations.
3. Participants solve problems in a constructive and solidarity manner.
4. Participants treat each other with respect and refrain from using their phones during lessons.
5. Participants attend lessons punctually and actively participate.