Have you always wanted to understand what the beautiful Chinese characters mean or spend hours talking shop with Californian surfers about the best wave? Of course, the prerequisite for this is that you speak the language. For example, you can take a course at your university, but wouldn't it be much nicer to go on a language trip? These are offered by various portals and if you are interested in them, you should take a look at our provider comparison .
As a student, it would of course also make sense to complete a language course at an international university, as this not only allows you to immerse yourself in the foreign culture and language, but also gets to know student life there. We have selected five universities in five different countries for you where you can take a language course.
1. USA – San Diego
Sun, surf, enjoy the beach, in other words, live the Californian dream - that's what you can do best in beautiful San Diego! San Diego State University (SDSU) is the largest and oldest university in the region. Founded in 1897, it is now considered one of the most prestigious universities in the United States of America. Language courses can be taken at the American Language Institute (ALI), information about which can be found directly on the SDSU homepage . The USA is a great destination for learning English, but it is only one of the three best destinations for English language trips .
2. Spain – Barcelona
Spanish is the world's most important language after English, so it's definitely worth learning. The Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB), which is now considered the second largest university in Barcelona and an important research center, is a good option. Barcelona is a modern, culturally rich city that is incredibly fun to explore. You can find an overview of the Spanish courses offered on the UAB homepage .
3. France – Paris
The city of love is always worth a visit and French is one of the most melodious languages ever. From an economic point of view, it also makes a lot of sense to learn French, as the country is one of Germany's most important trading partners. It definitely looks good on your CV to be able to list French among your language skills. At the Université de Paris, courses with different levels are offered so that you can choose the one that suits you - check the list on the Paris University homepage .
4. China – Beijing
Asia is an impressive country that will delight you with its foreign customs. China is an expanding market anyway and knowing the language will definitely earn you a lot of professional bonus points. Language courses are offered, among others, at Peking University, which enjoys an excellent reputation both nationally and internationally and is referred to as the “Chinese Harvard”. Click on the Peking University homepage to find out about the language courses we offer.
5. Russia – St. Petersburg
Russia is a major economic power and the Russian language is one of the most popular in the world. It is definitely an advantage professionally to know Russian - even if you work in the cultural sector, because there has always been a lively cultural and educational exchange between Germany and Russia. Saint Petersburg State University is one of the oldest, largest and most renowned universities in the country. It has numerous well-known graduates, including Putin, Lenin, Pavlov and Stravinsky. You can find out how to register for a Russian language course there on the university's homepage .
Even if you only want to learn a language for personal pleasure, it can still help you get a job application and make you an irreplaceable specialist. So don't miss the chance to get to know a new culture - you will benefit from it in many ways!
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