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YEAR-ROUND LANGUAGE COURSES / AGE 16+ ALPADIA BERLIN Hauptstraße 23/24, 10827 Berlin / T: +49 (0) 30 781 1076

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ALPADIA Berlin

500 m

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YEAR-ROUND LANGUAGE COURSES / AGE 16+ ALPADIA BERLIN Hauptstraße 23/24, 10827 Berlin / T: +49 (0) 30 781 1076

School factsheet

School Language German Minimum age 16 Student capacity 220-360 Classrooms 25 Internet free Year of Foundation 1986

Address Hauptstraße 23/24, 10827 Berlin, Germany

Telephone

ALPADIA Main 0049 (0) 30 781 1076 Berlin Emergency 24/7 0049 (0) 157 7173 4269

Opening hours Click on map Monday-Friday 08:00-18:00

Courses German Language Group / Private Official Exam TestDaF / TELC Deutsch / Goethe University Pathway Bachelor’s, Master’s & PhD Studienkolleg Preparation Introductory & Extension module School highlights Carrer Pathway 9 Bustling school with friendly atmosphere Work and Study Work Internship & Experience & Volunteering 9 Central location in lively neighbourhood of Schöneberg 9 Close to public transport Currency Euros € 9 Bright & spacious classrooms with modern facilities Accommodation 9 Dedicated Student Support Service Student apartment single or double / self-catering 9 Free book & DVD library Student residence single / self-catering 9 Vending machine with snacks & cold/hot beverages Homestay WG single or double / self-catering 9 Generous selection of weekly extracurricular activities Host family single or double / HB or B&B Hotel / Bed & Breakfast on request Destination highlights How to get there 9 European capital city with a unique soul & deep history Plane Nearest airport is Berlin Brandenburg Airport (see details) 9 Neighbourhood with great cafés, restaurants, shops & bars Train Nearest station is “Berlin Südkreuz” 9 City with a kaleidoscope of artistic activity S-Bahn Nearest station is “Julius-Leber-Brücke” 9 Rich selection of museums, art galleries & theatres Metro U7 Eisenacher Str. – 700 m / 8 min. walk 9 Plenty of outdoors activities U7 Kleistpark – 600 m / 7 min. walk Bus Nearest bus stop “Kaiser-Wilhelm-Platz” 9 Multicultural city with many gastronomical diversity 9 Affordable city with a fantastic night life

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YEAR-ROUND LANGUAGE COURSES / AGE 16+ ALPADIA BERLIN Hauptstraße 23/24, 10827 Berlin / T: +49 (0) 30 781 1076

Team

Felix Breitkreuz Katrin Valance Centre Manager Student Support Manager

Juliane Thoran Anja Grüneberg Pathway Program Director of Studies Coordinator - Germany

Courses

A1  Dates 2021 09:00-12.15 > Max. 14 students Elementary to advanced levels, A1 > C1: C1 (14.45-18.00* in case Standard of double run) Course starts every Monday Start dates for absolute beginners, minimum 2 weeks A1  booking: 04.01 / 01.02 / 01.03 / 29.03 / 03.05 / 31.05 / > 09.00-12.15* + Max. 14 students 28.06 / 12.07 / 02.08 / 30.08 / 27.09 / 25.10 / 22.11.2021 C1 12.45-13.30 Intensive Bank holidays, lessons are not substituted (school closed): 21.12.2020 - 01.01.2021 / 08.03 / 02.04 / 05.04 /  A1 6th lesson 13.05 / 24.05 / 20.12.2021 - 31.12.2021 09.00-12.15* + 12.45- > max. 8 students C1 13.30 + 13.45-14.30 Premium High season supplement: + 10% on course & accommodation A1  Max. 14 students From Sunday 20th June until Saturday 21st August 2021 09:00-12.15* > + private 1-to-1 C1 + private lessons Combi Programmes A1  9 German courses & official diplomas > to be discussed private 1-to-1 C1 except in July & August 9 German courses & university pathway Private 9 German courses & career pathway B1  2 daily lessons with 9 German courses & work experience 09.00 - 12.15* > max. 8 students C1 + 12.45-14.15 9 German courses & internship Exam Prep** 9 German courses & volunteering Online placement test All students take a pre-arrival test at least 4 weeks prior to their arrival in order to be placed in the appropriate class on day one.

Included course materials Each student will receive a folder, course book (included in the price) and different photocopies with supplementary material. Each student can bring their own dictionary in order to do their homework.

*During high season or busy periods we may organise classes in the afternoon. Students cannot choose between morning or afternoon classes.

**Specific start dates according to exam dates – see our website for dates. We offer TELC from B1 to C1, Goethe B2 & C1 and TestDaF exam prep courses. Exam fees are not included in the price of the course and each exam must be booked by students between 6 and 4 weeks in advance. TELC and TestDaf exams are organised directly at our school. Goethe exams are organised in the local testing centre in Berlin. CENTRE GUIDE

YEAR-ROUND LANGUAGE COURSES / AGE 16+ ALPADIA BERLIN Hauptstraße 23/24, 10827 Berlin / T: +49 (0) 30 781 1076

Nationality Mix 2019

Eastern Asia & Middle East Western CIS* Americas Europe Pacific & Africa Europe 2% 10% 1% 9% 25% 53%

Croatia Kazakhstan Australia Brazil Bahrain Belgium Czech Rep. Russia China Canada Israel France Georgia India Colombia Lebanon Ireland Poland Japan El Salvador Saudi Arabia Italy Ukraine Korea Mexico Syria Netherlands Pakistan Peru Turkey Norway Taiwan USA UAE Spain Thailand Sweden Switzerland UK

*Commonwealth of Independent States

Age Mix 2019

Age Mix 20-29 16-19 30-39 40+ CENTRE GUIDE

YEAR-ROUND LANGUAGE COURSES / AGE 16+ ALPADIA BERLIN Hauptstraße 23/24, 10827 Berlin / T: +49 (0) 30 781 1076

Top 10 landmarks ƒ Youth Museum Schöneberg 400 m ƒ Kunsthaus Kleistpark 600 m ƒ Berlin Aquarium 3 km ƒ Potsdamer Platz 3.2 km ƒ Berlin Zoo 3.3 km ƒ Tiergarten 3.5 km ƒ Tempelhofer Feld 4 km ƒ Checkpoint Charlie 4 km ƒ Brandenburg Gate 4.3 km ƒ Botanical Garden & Museum 5.8 km

Event highlights Spring / Summer Autumn / Winter January Tanztage Berlin September Young Euro Classic February Berlinale – International Film Festival September Berlin Marathon May Karneval der Kulturen October Festival of Lights June International Music Day December Berlin Christmas Market July Christopher Street Day December New Years Eve at Brandenburg Gate

Paid activities Free activities ƒ DDR Museum from € 9 ƒ Stammtisch – Round table ƒ Berlin Zoo from € 15 ƒ Movies at school ƒ Egyptian Museum from € 9 ƒ Afternoon games at school ƒ Alliiertenmuseum Local partners discounts with Alpadia student card ƒ Street Art Museum Urban Nation ƒ Hope Superfood Deli 10% discount ƒ I Love Nails 10% discount ƒ Latino Night Club Havanna reduced entrance € 5 Excursions ƒ Boulder park Brightside reduced entrance € 7 ƒ Dresden € 18 ƒ Fitness – Rent a Trainer monthly rate € 50 ƒ Hamburg / Leipzig from € 18 ƒ Pizzeria La Rosa 20% discount ƒ Potsdam from € 7.70 ƒ Schlaraffenland Baked potato + drink menu € 5 ƒ Gedenkstätte Sachsenhausen from € 7.70 ƒ Virtual Reality Escape Game 20% discount ƒ Magdeburg from € 18

Useful links Local transportation – Zones A + B Berlin tourist office 2 hour ticket € 2.90 Berlin public transport 24 hour ticket € 8.60 Wikitravel – Berlin Weekly pass € 34.00 Moovit travel app Monthly pass € 84.00 Lonely Planet – Berlin CENTRE GUIDE

YEAR-ROUND LANGUAGE COURSES / AGE 18+ ALPADIA BERLIN Student apartment Akazienstraße 31, 10827 Berlin

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ACCOMMODATION Student apartment

ALPADIA Berlin

20 m

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Student apartment Akazienstraße 31 10827 Berlin

ACCOMMODATION Student apartment Apartment to school • 1 minute walk ALPADIA Berlin  Airport to apartment From Berlin Brandenburg – 1 hour.

Accommodation Practical information 9 Located on the top floor of the school building ƒ Check-in Sunday From 15:00-22:00 9 Maximum three Alpadia students Keys are in the small restaurant “La Rosa”, a 2-minute 9 Central location in lively district of Schöneberg walk from the apartment. The exact arrival date needs to be communicated to the school at least one 9 Plenty of cafés, bars, restaurants and shops week prior to arrival. 9 Fantastic location close to public transport ƒ Check-out Saturday From 8:00-11:00 9 Great connections to the city centre ƒ Minimum 1 week stay ƒ Over age 18 only ƒ € 150 cash deposit required upon arrival Facilities The deposit will be refunded by bank transfer, within 3 weeks after 9 Two bedrooms for single or double* occupancy departure, provided that no damage has been caused. €40 cleaning 9 One twin & one double bedroom fee is paid with the original invoice – no reimbursement. 9 Shared bathroom & toilet Important note: For stays with arrival before Saturday 9 Shared fully-equipped kitchen & dining area and/or departure after Sunday, a full week of accommodation 9 Desk, wardrobe, chair & lamp provided is charged – applicable year-round. Arrivals on Saturday and 9 Bedsheets & towels provided departures on Sunday are possible – please check availability. 9 Wood laminate flooring 9 Free weekly cleaning Services close-by 9 TV in each bedroom 9 Bus stop 1-minute walk – same street 9 Free laundry in the apartment 9 Bakery 1-minute walk – same street 9 Free WiFi access in public areas 9 Room keys 9 Bank 1-minute walk – same street 9 Restaurants, cafés, bars same street *only available for two students booking together 9 Pharmacy 1-minute walk – same street 9 Shops 1-minute walk – same street 9 Supermarket Aldi/REWE same street 9 S-Bahn 3-minute walk “Julius-Leber-Brücke” no smoking free WiFi no wheelchair mixed gender access CENTRE GUIDE

YEAR-ROUND LANGUAGE COURSES / AGE 18+ ALPADIA BERLIN Central Berlin apartments Various addresses, 10117 Berlin

Wilhelmstr. 75 N ➤ ACCOMMODATION Central apartments

Wilhelmstr. 87 Wilhelmstr. 88 An der Kolonnade 6 An der Kolonnade 4 An der Kolonnade 11 Voßstrasse 1 Voßstrasse 12

50 m

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YEAR-ROUND LANGUAGE COURSES / AGE 18+ ALPADIA BERLIN Hauptstraße 23/24, 10827 Berlin / T: +49 (0) 30 781 1076

ACCOMMODATION Apartments Central apartments Voßsrrasse 12 An der Kolonnade 11 Wilhelmstrasse 75, 87, 88 10117 Berlin

Apartments to school • Approx. 15-20 minutes by metro

 Airport to apartments From Berlin Brandenburg – 1 hour.

ALPADIA Berlin

Accommodation Practical information 9 Located in the heart of the city ƒ Check-in Sunday From 9:00-18:00 9 Within walking distance of major tourist attractions ƒ Check-out Saturday From 9:00-11:00 9 Lively neighbourhood with plenty of activities ƒ Minimum 1 week stay 9 Fantastic location close to public transport ƒ Over age 18 only 9 Only 3-5 Alpadia students per apartment ƒ € 150 cash deposit required upon arrival

The deposit will be refunded by bank transfer, within 3 weeks after departure, provided that no damage has been caused. €40 cleaning fee is paid with the original Facilities invoice – no reimbursement. 9 Two single & one double* bedroom per apartment Important note: For stays with arrival before Saturday 9 Shared living room and/or departure after Sunday, a full week of 9 Shared bathroom & toilet accommodation is charged – applicable year-round. 9 Desk, wardrobe, chair & lamp provided Arrivals on Saturday and departures on Sunday are 9 Kitchen with fridge & stove possible – please check availability. 9 Bedsheets & towels provided 9 Laminate flooring 9 LCD TV Services close-by 9 Self-service laundry in the apartment 9 U-Bahn 1-minute walk “Mohrenstraße” 9 Free WiFi access 9 Mall of Berlin 1-minute walk 9 Room keys 9 Restaurants, cafés, bars 1-minute walk

*only available for two students booking together 9 Boutiques & shops 1-minute walk 9 S-Bahn 7-minute walk “Brandenburger Tor” 9 Cinema 10-minute walk 9 Supermarket Lidl 17-minute walk

no smoking free WiFi no wheelchair mixed gender access CENTRE GUIDE

YEAR-ROUND LANGUAGE COURSES / AGE 18+ ALPADIA BERLIN David Friedländer Haus Kaiserin-Augusta-Allee 4, 10553 Berlin

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ACCOMMODATION Student residence

500 m

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YEAR-ROUND LANGUAGE COURSES / AGE 18+ ALPADIA BERLIN Hauptstraße 23/24, 10827 Berlin / T: +49 (0) 30 781 1076

ACCOMMODATION Residence Student residence David Friedländer Haus Kaiserin-Augusta-Allee 4 10553 Berlin

Residences to school • Approx. 25 minutes by bus

ALPADIA  Airport to residences Berlin From Berlin Brandenburg – 1h15.

Accommodation Practical information 9 Located by the River Spree, close to Tiergarten ƒ Check-in Sunday From 15:00-18:00 9 Within walking distance of major tourist attractions ƒ Check-out Saturday From 9:00-11:00 9 Quiet residential neighbourhood ƒ Minimum 1 week stay 9 Fantastic location close to public transport ƒ Over age 18 only 9 Great access to the city centre ƒ € 150 cash deposit required upon arrival

The deposit will be refunded by bank transfer, within Facilities 3 weeks after departure, provided that no damage has 9 Fully-furnished single bedrooms been caused. €40 cleaning fee is paid with the original 9 Private shower room & toilet invoice – no reimbursement. 9 Desk, wardrobe, chair & lamp provided Important note: For stays with arrival before Saturday 9 Kitchenette with fridge, stove & microwave and/or departure after Sunday, a full week of 9 Bedsheets & towels provided accommodation is charged – applicable year-round. 9 Shared communal area including large kitchen Arrivals on Saturday and departures on Sunday are 9 Laminate flooring possible – please check availability. 9 LCD TV in shared communal area 9 Self-service laundry in the residence €2 for washing / €1 for drying Services close-by 9 High-speed fibroptic internet access 9 U-Bahn 10-minute walk “U-Bhf Turmstraße” U9 9 Covered stands for bicycles 9 Shell petrol station 1-minute walk 9 Room keys 9 Bus station 5-minute walk “Turmstr./Beusselstr” 9 Roof terrace with numerous bus connections 9 Paid parking available upon request 9 Pharmacy 5-minute walk 9 Restaurants, cafés, bars 5-minute walk 9 Supermarket 8-minute walk 9 S-Bahn 20-minute walk “S-Tiergarten” no smoking free WiFi no wheelchair mixed gender access CENTRE GUIDE

YEAR-ROUND LANGUAGE COURSES / AGE 18+ ALPADIA BERLIN Shared Apartments / WG Multiple addresses

The light area on the map represents the WG apartment accommodation zone

Max 50 minutes on public transport, up to 60 minutes during high season or busy periods.

ALPADIA Berlin

2 km

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YEAR-ROUND LANGUAGE COURSES / AGE 18+ ALPADIA BERLIN Hauptstraße 23/24, 10827 Berlin / T: +49 (0) 30 781 1076

Shared apartments / WG Various addresses in the locality

Apartment accommodation to school • Max 50 minutes on public transport, up to 60 minutes during high season or busy periods. • Most apartments are 20 minutes away

ALPADIA Berlin

Accommodation Practical information 9 Comfortable and clean accommodation with local ƒ Check-in Sunday From 11:00-21:00 hosts who speak German Students are invited to contact their host before they arrive and make sure to check the address location. 9 Friendly atmosphere ƒ Check-out Saturday Until 12:00 9 Shared bathroom with the host Arrange with host 9 Street parking may or may not be available ƒ Minimum stay one week 9 Single or twin bedrooms available ƒ Key deposit of € 50 may be requested ƒ Over age 18 only Important note: For stays with arrival before Saturday and/or departure after Sunday, a full week of accommodation is charged – applicable year-round. Arrivals on Saturday and departures on Sunday are possible – please check availability.

Facilities & Services 9 Single rooms or twin rooms 9 Desk, wardrobe, chair & lamp in rooms 9 Shared bathroom & toilet Important 9 Common kitchen 9 Pets Some hosts may have pets so let us know if students have allergies or are afraid of animals. 9 Bedsheets & towels provided 9 Smoking Some hosts may be smokers, so 9 Laundry may be at additional cost please make sure to request a non-smoking host 9 Free WiFi with some hosts or €2.50 per week if necessary CENTRE GUIDE

YEAR-ROUND LANGUAGE COURSES / AGE 16+ ALPADIA BERLIN Host families Multiple addresses

The light area on the map represents the host family accommodation zone

Max 50 minutes on public transport, up to 60 minutes during high season or busy periods.

ALPADIA Berlin

2 km

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YEAR-ROUND LANGUAGE COURSES / AGE 18+ ALPADIA BERLIN Hauptstraße 23/24, 10827 Berlin / T: +49 (0) 30 781 1076

Host families Various addresses in the locality

Host family accommodation to school • Max 50 minutes on public transport, up to 60 minutes during high season or busy periods. • Most families are 20 minutes away

ALPADIA Berlin

Accommodation Practical information 9 Comfortable and clean accommodation ƒ Check-in Sunday From 11:00-21:00 with local families who speak German Students are invited to contact their host family before they arrive and make sure to check the address location. 9 Friendly atmosphere ƒ Check-out Saturday Until 12:00 (Arrange with host family) 9 Shared bathroom with the family ƒ Minimum stay one week 9 Street parking may or may not be ƒ Key deposit of € 50 may be requested available Important note: For stays with arrival before Saturday 9 Single or twin bedrooms available and/or departure after Sunday, a full week of accommodation is charged – applicable year-round. Arrivals on Saturday and departures on Sunday are possible – please check availability. Facilities & Services Important 9 Single rooms or twin rooms 9 Pets Some families may have pets so let us know if students have allergies or are afraid of animals. 9 Desk, wardrobe, chair & lamp in rooms 9 Smoking Some families may be smokers, so 9 Shared bathroom & toilet please make sure to request a non-smoking family 9 Common kitchen, lounge & dining area if necessary 9 Bedsheets & towels provided 9 Children Please note that some families may have young children. 9 Laundry may be at additional cost 9 Food allergies & health conditions Please make sure to 9 Free WiFi in some families or €2.50 communicate any food allergies, special diets and food per week intolerances as well as other health conditions. A supplement might be requested for special diet. 9 Breakfast and/or dinner are available Please contact the school for more details. CENTRE GUIDE

YEAR-ROUND LANGUAGE COURSES / AGE 18+ ALPADIA BERLIN Hauptstraße 23/24, 10827 Berlin / T: +49 (0) 30 781 1076

ALPADIA Berlin

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Luggage storage service Transfers 9 Available during school holidays Transfer is collective, students could wait up to 9 Available at all accommodation options 45 minutes for other students to arrive. 9 Contact us to book this extra service

Option 1 Airport transfer Student stay over the holidays Berlin Brandenburg BER 30 min. / € 75 one way Leaves luggage in room & keeps keys √ Full accommodation payment √ No extra cleaning fee √ Alpadia keeps deposit

Option 2 Student apartment & residence Student leaves over the holidays Leaves locked luggage in room or at school & returns the keys √ Free √ Cleaning fee paid twice √ Alpadia keeps deposit √ New check-in date on Sunday before school reopens

Option 3 Host family & WG Student leaves over the holidays Leaves luggage with the host family & returns the keys √ € 70 for two weeks √ Nothing left in the room √ Everything packed and locked in one suitcase/bag

Holiday period 21.12.2020 - 01.01.2021 / 20.12.2021 - 31.12.2021