1. Who is eligible to take the language courses?
Students and staff at KIT, students from other universities, and students from Eucor and EPICUR universities.
Please note: You may not take courses in your native language (e.g., native Spanish speakers may not take Spanish courses). ECTS credits earned in this way will not be accepted by the Departments either.
2. When and where do the courses take place?
Semester courses take place during the lecture period and begin in the
second week of lectures. We will post information about intensive courses during the break from classes on the homepage. The Language Center is located in two buildings: Building 08.03 (near Marktplatz) and Building 50.20 (at Durlacher Tor). Under
Contact and Directions you will find the locations of the respective buildings.
3. When and how can I register?
Registration for our courses is handled through SignMeUp. Individuals interested in an English course who have not yet taken one must take a placement test before registering. No placement test is required for other languages.
Priority registration: For certain degree programs (e.g., EUKLID, Ethics, Art History) as well as for students and staff preparing for a study abroad program, priority registration is available (usually 4 weeks before the regular start date).
Full details on dates and required credentials can be found at Registration.
4. How much do the courses cost?
One course per semester is free of charge for KIT students as well as students from Eucor and EPICUR universities. Additional courses in the same semester are subject to a fee. A refund for fee-based registrations is only possible if you cancel before the course begins. For details, see
Fee Regulations.
5. When am I eligible for a discount on the course fee?
Eligibility for a 50% discount on the course fee is determined by the bylaws. You can find out what you absolutely must keep in mind
here.
Important: You must present the required documents. Retroactive refunds are not possible!
6. Are there courses offered during the break between semesters?
Intensive courses in English, French, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish are offered during the break between semesters. You can find more information on the dates under the respective language.
7. What is the class size?
Min.: 10 (beginner courses) or 7 (advanced courses)
Max.: up to 25
Courses may be canceled if enrollment is too low.
8. How do I earn ECTS credits, ECTS credit points?
Information on earning and recording ECTS credits, ECTS credit points in semester and intensive courses can be found under
key competencies, transferable skills, and interdisciplinary qualifications.
9. Can I receive a credential of my language proficiency by participating in the course?
The Language Center does not issue a separate credential for your language proficiency. If you need a credential for a semester abroad (e.g., Erasmus), you can provide this using your transcript. You can find out how to include language courses in your transcript under "How do I earn ECTS credit points?". If participation in a language course is not sufficient for your application, you can take a language test to demonstrate your current language proficiency.
