Intensive German courses at levels B2-C1.
FH Aachen Summer Courses
Learn German & Experience Europe
The FH Aachen University of Applied Sciences offers summer courses in German as a foreign language under the title Aachener Sprachsommer. Every year, international students from many different countries come to Aachen for four weeks during the summer months to be part of the programme.
During your stay, you will improve your language skills in intensive German courses, experience a varied cultural and leisure programme and get to know Aachen and the surrounding area on joint excursions. In addition, our optional European city trips will take you to the capitals of two neighboring countries: Amsterdam (Netherlands) and Brussels (Belgium).
In 2025, the Aachener Sprachsommer will take place during the following periods:
- 03–30 July 2025
- 04–29 August 2025
- 01–26 September 2025
Course types and registration
The following course types will be offered:
Technical German for Medical Professions
Technical German course for international students of medicine and related subjects as well as fully qualified doctors.
Cultural and leisure programme
A varied cultural and leisure programme is part of the Aachener Sprachsommer. The aim is for you to get an impression of Aachen and German everyday life while simultaneously making a European experience. You will move across borders, visit historically significant places as well as modern cities, explore the area around Aachen and meet people from all over the world. On the weekends, you will have the opportunity to visit two European capitals on our optional European excursions: Amsterdam (the Netherlands) and Brussels (Belgium).
Accommodation
You can book a student accommodation for the duration of the course:
- Single room: €630 per person
- Double room: €430 per person
All accommodation is close to Aachen city centre. Showers and kitchens are shared by several residents. You can move into your room on the first course day and stay until the afternoon of the last course day.
The number of rooms available is limited. Early booking is therefore recommended.