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Study Abroad In Germany! A land of contrasts and contradictions…
Germans are a proud group of people – eager to share their traditions, they are also forward thinkers and like the idea of a progressive society. Make sure you take full advantage of living alongside such strong minded people as you study abroad in Germany!
Centuries of rich history are obvious when wandering through a typical German village where castles and old town halls look like something out of a fairy-tale. However, a visit to Berlin offers the impressive spectacle of state of the art modern architecture next door to well known 18th century buildings such as the Brandenburg Gate. The contrasts do not stop there!
Some of the world’s leading composers and musicians were born in Germany including Bach, Beethoven, Schubert, Brahms, Schumann, Wagner, Bruckner and Schönberg. Modern music from the English-speaking is very popular but the new music market belongs to German speaking artists like Kraftwerk, Rammstein, Die Toten Hosen, and pop/rock bands like Juli and Silbermond.
Germany is not all about Lederhosen! Some of the most influential fashion designers and models are from Germany. Karl Lagerfeld, Wolfgang and Jette Joop, Claudia Schiffer and Heidi Klum are just a few.
Since the reunification of East and West Germany in 1989, when the Berlin Wall was brought down, Germany has become a harmonious, multicultural country. It is the leader of the Green Movement and in 2005 elected its first female Chancellor (PM), Angela Merkel.
Does Germany sounds like the country for you? If so keep on reading to find out how you can experience the life as a Germany teenager as you study abroad in Germany!
Upcoming Exchanges
| Departure | Duration | Fee | Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 2020 | Year | $ 10,750 | 17 March 2020 |
| August 2020 | Semester | $ 9,250 | 17 March 2020 |
| August 2020 | Short Term | $ 7,250 | 17 March 2020 |
| November 2020 | Short Term | $ 7,250 | 28 July 2020 |
| February 2021 | Year | $ 10,750 | 15 September 2020 |
| February 2021 | Semester | $ 9,250 | 15 September 2020 |
| February 2021 | Short Term | $ 7,250 | 15 September 2020 |
The above program fees are valid until 31/12/2019. Application deadlines are subject to change.
Included Extras
For February and August programs, a three-night orientation. One inter-cultural seminar per semester
Optional Extras
For semester and year programs, mini-tours in March and October to cities such as Hamburg, Munich and Berlin. German language lessons
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School
The school year runs from August to June. Students will attend a Realschule, Gesamtschule or Gymnasium. School days start at 8:00 am and generally finish around 1:00 pm. Though education is more formal and taught in lecture-like style, emphasis in on student participation and classroom discussion.
Language
German is the most common first language spoken in Europe, and the second business language in Europe. It also spoken two other WEP destinations; Austria and Switzerland.
How hard is it to learn German in Australia? MEDIUM. 44 weeks OR 1,110 class hours are required to become proficient in German. Fast-track your language studies on exchange!
Climate/Time
Germany’s climate is temperate. The North is slightly warmer than the mountainous South, where you will find more rain and snow.
Depending on daylight saving, Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane are between nine to 10 hours ahead of Germany.
Specific Requirements
Students must have a minimum of one year of German language study at the time of application, plus ongoing study.
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