University Language Centre

The University Language Centre offers language courses in English, French, Italian, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Czech, and German as a foreign language (for international students). The following prior knowledge is required:

• English/French: at least 4 years of school-level or equivalent knowledge
• Czech/Polish/Russian/French/Spanish/Italian: no prior knowledge required

• German as a Foreign Language (DaF):
  - Passed DSH (usually at least DSH-2)
  - Passed the German exam as part of the FSP
  - Passed the TestDaF (usually TDN 4 in all sections)
  - German Language Diploma of the Conference of Ministers of Education (DSD II), Level B2
  - Goethe Certificate B2

The choice of language in degree programmes is often optional or governed by the respective degree programme’s academic regulations. The scope and timing of foreign language instruction are also determined by your degree programme or your faculty.

In addition to the requirements set by your faculty or degree programme, the number of enrolled students and the availability of teaching staff also determine whether language groups are formed.

Within the limits of the University Language Centre’s scheduling and staffing resources, you also have the option to voluntarily enroll in additional language courses; your language instructors or bulletin boards will provide information about these.

Exam Requirements

In most degree programmes, Module I (Receptive Language Skills) is a required course. Within this module, you will take assessments in reading comprehension and listening comprehension.

In Module II (Productive Language Skills), which is mandatory in some degree programmes, you will take assessments in writing (= text production) and speaking (= presentations and conversation).

Some degree programmes offer students the option of obtaining a degree in Academic English, such as English for Engineers in the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering or Business English in business-oriented degree programmes. You will also be informed about the requirements for the Business English and English for Engineers courses during the orientation session at the beginning of your studies or your first class / course.

If you have any questions, please contact our staff will be happy to assist you.