Staff (Administration, Technology, and Teaching)

The Language Center at KIT will once again offer English courses for employees during the 2026–27 winter term. The courses are designed to help participants improve their English skills in a practical way for use in their daily work.

Course (Click to register) Instructor Building Room Day Time
English for Everyday Life (B1) Jillian Rossmanth 08.03
Campus South
113 Mon 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
English for Everyday Life (B2) Jillian Rossmanth 08.03
Campus South
113 Tue 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Morning English Boost (B1+) Benjamin Savoie 40.50
Campus South
106 Tue 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
English for Professional Communication (B1–C1)  Conor Riordan Room 0101
, Campus North
 
210 Wed 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.

Subject to change

 

Course Content & Details

English for Everyday Life (B1)

Courses designed to improve practical communication skills in English, with a focus on speaking confidence and listening comprehension.
Dates: 14 sessions (Nov. 2, 2026 to Feb. 15, 2027), Mondays, 5:30–7:00 p.m.

English for Everyday Life (B2)

Courses designed to improve practical communication skills in English, with a focus on speaking confidence and listening comprehension.
Dates: 14 sessions (Nov. 3, 2026 to Feb. 16, 2027), Tuesdays, 5:30–7:00 p.m.

Morning English Boost (B1+)

English in a professional context, e.g., for meetings, presentations, and office communication. The course takes place in the morning and offers an alternative to the existing evening courses.
Dates: 14 sessions (Nov. 3, 2026 to Feb. 16, 2027), Tuesdays, 8:00–9:30 a.m.

English for Professional Communication (B1–C1) – Campus North

This new course is designed for employees who use English in a professional setting and wish to build their confidence in real-world situations. Topics include networking, professional email communication, meetings and presentations, intercultural communication, and interacting with international students, researchers, and guests. In interactive, practice-oriented sessions, participants expand their communication skills and practice using realistic situations from everyday professional life at KIT. The course takes place on Campus North, offering a convenient option for on-site employees.
Dates: 14 sessions (starting Nov. 4, 2026), Wednesdays, 8:00–9:30 a.m.

For participants who have not yet taken a course at the Language Center, we recommend taking our placement test.

Contact: Cynthia White (cynthia.white∂kit.edu)