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Overview

Level(s): B2 (UNIcert® II) to C1 (UNIcert® III)
Course length: 4 SWS
Credit points: 4 ECTS
Final examination: Yes
Compulsory attendance: Yes
Course fee: see below


Who is it suitable for?

  • Students from all departments at the University of Kassel who want to improve their English to university level
  • Students who want to prepare for a stay abroad and improve their career prospects
  • Students who want to acquire and improve their technical English language skills

Learning objectives

Refresh your English skills and develop them in a university context. The aim is to communicate competently and confidently in an international study and work environment, both orally and in writing. Courses with a specialist language focus are also offered for many subjects.


Workload

In addition to attending the course, additional time must be scheduled for self-study tasks.


Creditability in the degree program

Can generally be credited as additive key competencies in the subject-specific degree program (please note the examination regulations of the department).


Classification and advice

A placement test is generally required for anyone who has not attended a previous course with us. Based on the test result, we will send you a registration code for the course corresponding to your level. You can then register ONLY for the assigned level.

Registration for the English placement test

There are separate test dates and a separate registration procedure for Bachelor students of the Institute of Business Law (IWR) (see Moodle course "Information on the Bachelor program in Business Law"). Please do NOT register here!


Course structure and UNIcert® training

Obtain a UNIcert® certificate which certifies that you have completed a university-related course in English - a real plus on your CV!

CourseTarget level / NotesScope
UNIcert® II, 1st part *Target level B1/B2-4 SWS - 4 ECTS
UNIcert® II, 2nd partTarget level B2-4 SWS - 4 ECTS
UNIcert® II, 3rd partTarget level B 2
Acquisition of the UNIcert® certificate level II
4 SWS - 4 ECTS
UNIcert® III, 1st part *Target level B2+4 SWS - 4 ECTS
UNIcert® III, Part A:
Listening and speaking
Target level B2/C1-4 SWS - 4 ECTS
UNIcert®III, Part B:
Reading and Writing
Target level C1-4 SWS - 4 ECTS
UNIcert®III, certificate examination
Registration after completing
training, but at least parts A and B
Target level C1
Acquisition of the UNIcert® certificate level III
0 ECTS

* Can also be booked with a specialist language focus

Information on UNIcert®


Course fee

As a student at the University of Kassel, you can take one course in German, English, French and Spanish free of chargeper semester. The offer is limited to two free courses per degree program until you graduate.

Staff, doctoral students and guests have to pay for the course.


English in tandem

Would you like to put your language skills into practice outside the classroom? We can arrange a native speaker tandem partner for you.

To the tandem program

FAQ

1. assumption of costs by the department

Whether a course is free of charge for you depends on the regulations of your department.

  • The course page will indicate whether the course is free of charge or subject to a fee.
  • Only courses that are listed under "International Studies" or "Sponsorship" are free of charge. You will not receive an invoice for these courses.
  • The Language Center will settle the course costs directly with your department.

2 Course fees

If a course is subject to a fee, the fee depends on

  • the number of teaching units,
  • the size of the group,
  • your status (student, employee or external).

External participants generally pay a higher fee.


3. payment of fees

  • You will receive the invoice by e-mail approximately 4 to 6 weeks after the start of the course.
  • Please transfer the amount, quoting the invoice number.

Course start and dates

  • The courses usually start one to two weeks after the official start of lectures at the University of Kassel.
  • Other dates will be announced.
  • Some courses are offered as compact courses during the lecture-free period.
  • Current information and dates can be found in the "News" section.

Compulsory attendance for online courses

  • The same attendance requirements apply as for face-to-face courses.
  • "Attendance" for online courses means active participation with video and audio.

Access data for online courses

  • You will receive your access data at least four hours before the course starts.
  • They will be sent to the e-mail address you provided when registering.

Deregistration from the course

  • You can withdraw from the course by clicking on the "Request to withdraw from course" button .

Examination procedure

  • Final examinations usually take place in the last or penultimate course session.
  • Unless otherwise announced:
    • The written exam is conducted in person.
    • The oral exam takes place online in a protected Zoom meeting.
  • Separate registration is not required.
    • Exception: UNIcert® III examinations or re-examinations.

1 Course offer and costs

  • You can take part in most of the regular courses on offer.
  • Most courses are subject to a fee.
  • The same fees apply for employees as for students.
  • Special courses exclusively for employees are marked separately.
  • As a rule, employees attend classes together with students.

2. assumption of costs by superiors

If you are attending as part of a professional development course and your line manager is covering the costs, please note that

  • Written confirmation must be received by e-mail before the course begins.
  • Please send this confirmation to: sz@uni-kassel.de.
  • If the confirmation is not received on time, you will be invoiced for the course fee in person.

3. registration for the course

How to register:

  1. Go to the "Language and key qualifications" section.
  2. Select the desired language.
  3. Follow the registration process.
  4. Enter "Employee" as your status.

Contact person(s)

Name, ForenameContact
Ebest, Mario (Dr.)
Teacher of English: Specialized Languages and Academic Writing, Technical English, Coordination of International Studies /​ Key Qualifications
Ebest, Mario
Paulsfeld, Iris
Teacher for English/​French, additional advice for Arabic, Dutch, Italian and Swedish | UNIcert® | Studium Plus
Paulsfeld, Iris