F+U Academy of Languages Heidelberg
Hauptstraße 1, 69117 Heidelberg, Germany
The Academy of Languages, the centrepiece of the F+U group, is one of the largest language schools and test centres for foreign languages in Germany. Yearly, more than 10,000 students from over 100 countries participate in the language courses and examinations, attracted by the high quality of the language classes, the central location of the school and an extraordinary range in course options. Although F+U’s specialist area is German as a Foreign Language, lots of other languages are taught, e.g. French, English, Chinese and Arabic.
School location
General Information
- Minimum age of students: 16
- Lesson duration: 45 min
- Maximum class size: 15
- Number of classrooms: 70
- School's foundation year: 1980
- The nearest airport: Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
- Distance from the nearest airport: 81 km
- School opening times: 07:30 - 20:00
- School closed on national and regional holidays: 03.10.2024, 01.11.2024, 24.12.2024, 25.12.2024, 26.12.2024, 01.01.2025, 06.01.2025, 18.04.2025, 21.04.2025, 01.05.2025, 29.05.2025, 09.06.2025, 19.06.2025, 03.10.2025, 01.11.2025, 25.12.2025, 26.12.2025
- Distance from the airport: FRA-Frankfurt Airport km
Facilities
- Drink vending machine
- Snack vending machine
- Library
- Free WIFI
- Computer lab
Facilities for disabled people
- Disabled toilet
Classroom equipment
- Interactive whiteboard in all classrooms
- Air-conditioning in some classrooms
- Heating in all classrooms
The price includes
- Free certificate of course attendance
- WIFI Internet at school
- Language level placement test on the first day at school
- Language test before the course
- Organized activities at school
Course materials:
Top student nationalities
Courses
Intensive Course 20
| Minimum course length in weeks | 1 |
| Maximum course length in weeks | 52 |
| lessons per week | 20 |
| Lesson duration | 45 min |
| Minimum age of students | 18 |
| Maximum age of students | 100 |
| Average number of students in group | 10 |
| Maximum group size | 15 |
| Certificate of course attendance | yes |
Course description
Standard German and exam preparation; 4 lessons per day following a closed syllabus.
Course levels
Required minimum language level
Course hours
Course start dates for complete beginners
Course start dates
Intensive Course 20 + Module Course 10
| Minimum course length in weeks | 1 |
| Maximum course length in weeks | 52 |
| lessons per week | 30 |
| Lesson duration | 45 min |
| Minimum age of students | 18 |
| Maximum age of students | 100 |
| Average number of students in group | 10 |
| Maximum group size | 15 |
Course description
Intensive course in the mornings and Modulecourse in the afternoon.
Students with prior knowledge can start the course every Monday, all year.
For beginners: 07.01.; 03.02.; 03.03.; 07.04.; 05.05.; 02.06.; 07.07; 21.07.; 04.08.; 01.09.; 06.10.; 03.11.; 01.12.
Course levels
Required minimum language level
Course hours
Course start dates for complete beginners
Course start dates
Intensive course 30
| Minimum course length in weeks | 1 |
| Maximum course length in weeks | 52 |
| lessons per week | 30 |
| Lesson duration | 45 min |
| Minimum age of students | 18 |
| Maximum age of students | 100 |
| Average number of students in group | 10 |
| Maximum group size | 15 |
| Certificate of course attendance | yes |
Course description
Intensive course in the mornings, 4 to 15 participants. Prepares for DSH, TestDaF, and telc C1 Hochschule exams.
Students with prior knowledge can start the course every Monday, all year.
For beginners: 07.01.; 03.02.; 03.03.; 07.04.; 05.05.; 02.06.; 07.07; 21.07.; 04.08.; 01.09.; 06.10.; 03.11.; 01.12.
Course levels
Required minimum language level
Course hours
Course start dates for complete beginners
Course start dates
German intensive course 20 + English Module course 10
| Minimum course length in weeks | 1 |
| Maximum course length in weeks | 52 |
| lessons per week | 30 |
| Lesson duration | 45 min |
| Minimum age of students | 16 |
| Maximum age of students | 100 |
| Average number of students in group | 10 |
| Maximum group size | 15 |
| Certificate of course attendance | yes |
Course description
This course is only suitable for English learners from level A2.
Students can choose between the following English Module Courses:
Module course I - Conversation training (from A1)
Module course II - Business English/preparation for TOEIC exam (from A2)
Switching between modules is possible.
Course levels
Required minimum language level
Course hours
Course start dates for complete beginners
Course start dates
Super-intensive course 35
| Minimum course length in weeks | 1 |
| Maximum course length in weeks | 29 |
| lessons per week | 35 |
| Lesson duration | 45 min |
| Minimum age of students | 16 |
| Maximum age of students | 100 |
| Average number of students in group | 11 |
| Maximum group size | 15 |
| Certificate of course attendance | yes |
Course description
Standard German, optional exam preparation from C1 or Business German / job application training from B2.
Course levels
Required minimum language level
Course hours
Course start dates for complete beginners
Course start dates
Module Course 10
| Minimum course length in weeks | 1 |
| Maximum course length in weeks | 52 |
| lessons per week | 10 |
| Lesson duration | 45 min |
| Minimum age of students | 16 |
| Maximum age of students | 100 |
| Average number of students in group | 10 |
| Maximum group size | 15 |
| Certificate of course attendance | yes |
Course description
German Module Course with 10 lessons per week. In-depth tuition: TestDaF or telc C1 Hochschule or DSH preparation, C1 and above.
Course levels
Required minimum language level
Course start dates for complete beginners
Course start dates
Crash Course Exam preperation TestDaF
| Minimum course length in weeks | 6 |
| Maximum course length in weeks | 6 |
| lessons per week | 20 |
| Lesson duration | 45 min |
| Minimum age of students | 18 |
| Maximum age of students | 100 |
| Average number of students in group | 10 |
| Maximum group size | 15 |
| Certificate of course attendance | yes |
Course description
These language courses combine an ideal preparation including an internationally recognized language certificate for admission to a German university. 20 lessons per week TestDaf exam is not included.
Available exam dates: 15.05., 03.06. 12.11.
Course levels
Required minimum language level
Course hours
Course start dates
Crash Course Exam preperation Telc C1 Hochschule
| Minimum course length in weeks | 6 |
| Maximum course length in weeks | 6 |
| lessons per week | 20 |
| Lesson duration | 45 min |
| Minimum age of students | 18 |
| Maximum age of students | 100 |
| Average number of students in group | 10 |
| Maximum group size | 15 |
| Certificate of course attendance | yes |
Course description
These language courses combine an ideal preparation including an internationally recognized language certificate for admission to a German university. 20 lessons per week Telc C1 Hs exam is not included.
Available exam dates: 10.05., 07.06. 08.11.
Course levels
Required minimum language level
Course hours
Course start dates
Evening Course Online
| Minimum course length in weeks | 1 |
| Maximum course length in weeks | 52 |
| lessons per week | 4 |
| Lesson duration | 45 min |
| Minimum age of students | 18 |
| Maximum age of students | 100 |
| Average number of students in group | 10 |
| Maximum group size | 15 |
| Certificate of course attendance | yes |
Course description
Students with previous knowledge can start every Tuesday of the year with this course.
Course can be booked and extended on a weekly basis.
Course levels
Required minimum language level
Course hours
Course start dates
Studienkolleg
| Minimum course length in weeks | 28 |
| Maximum course length in weeks | 28 |
| lessons per week | 25 |
| Lesson duration | 45 min |
| Minimum age of students | 18 |
| Maximum age of students | 100 |
| Average number of students in group | 10 |
| Maximum group size | 15 |
| Certificate of course attendance | yes |
Course description
Preparation for the examination
(specialization course W, T or M);
Prerequisite for participation: Valid B2 certificate or equivalent
Week 1 - 20: Online (attendance on request)
Week 21 - 28: Presence (online participation on request)
Required minimum language level
Course start dates
Accommodation
Host Family Host Family Accommodation Category A
2 - 30 minutes by public transport. Deposit: €200 (for deposit refunds please contact us by Wednesday, 16.00). Supplement of 30% for the following: Wi-Fi guarantee; English-speaking host family on request; full board (breakfast and evening meal with the family; packed lunch). Use of kitchen for room only bookings: 20% supplement. You will be advised of the name and address of the host family two weeks before moving in, and when payment has been successfully processed.
| Price includes: | access to kitchen, weekly cleaning, access to the laundry room, heating, bedding |
| Accommodation from - to | Prices based on accommodation from Sunday prior to the course to Saturday after the course |
| Minimum age | 18 |
| Maximum age | 100 |
| Minimum stay in weeks | 1 |
| Notes on room occupancy | Double room bookings are only available for learners arriving together |
| Distance from school by public transport | 2-30 min |
| Extra nights bookable: | Yes |
| Price per extra night | 2024: SGL 85-110 / DBL 50-60 | 2025: SGL 55-65 / DBL 45-58 € |
| Accommodation Placement Fee charged by the school | 130 € |
Supplements
| Refundable deposit | 200 € one-off |
Host Family Host Family Accommodation Category B
Up to 50 minutes by public transport. Deposit: €200 (for deposit refunds please contact us by Wednesday, 16.00). Supplement of 30% for the following: Wi-Fi guarantee; English-speaking host family on request; full board (breakfast and evening meal with the family; packed lunch). Use of kitchen for room only bookings: 20% supplement. You will be advised of the name and address of the host family two weeks before moving in, and when payment has been successfully processed.
| Price includes: | access to kitchen, weekly cleaning, access to the laundry room, heating, bedding |
| Accommodation from - to | Prices based on accommodation from Sunday prior to the course to Saturday after the course |
| Minimum age | 18 |
| Minimum stay in weeks | 1 |
| Distance from school by public transport | 50 min |
| Extra nights bookable: | Yes |
| Price per extra night | SGL: 80-95 / DBL: 35-55 € |
| Accommodation Placement Fee charged by the school | 130 € |
Supplements
| Refundable deposit | 200 € one-off |
School residence Halls of Residence Cat. A, Apartments
Halls of residence in categories A-B differ in their quality of furnishings in the rooms and communal areas. Shower and WC located on the corridor. Shared kitchen. Double room bookings are only available for learners arriving together. Deposit: €200 (tenancies of 12 or more weeks: €400).
| Price includes: | access to free WIFI in the building, access to kitchen, access to the laundry room, bedding, shared bathroom |
| Accommodation from - to | Prices based on accommodation from Sunday prior to the course to Saturday after the course |
| Minimum age | 18 |
| Maximum age | 100 |
| Minimum stay in weeks | 1 |
| Distance from school walking | 15 min |
| Distance from school by public transport | 15 min |
| Extra nights bookable: | Yes |
| Price per extra night | 55 € |
| Accommodation Placement Fee charged by the school | 130 € |
Supplements
| Refundable deposit | 200 € one-off |
School residence Halls of Residence Cat. B, Apartments
Halls of residence in categories A-B differ in their quality of furnishings in the rooms and communal areas. Shower and WC located on the corridor. Shared kitchen. Double room bookings are only available for learners arriving together. Deposit: €200 (tenancies of 12 or more weeks: €400)
| Price includes: | access to free WIFI in the building, access to kitchen, access to the laundry room, bedding, shared bathroom |
| Accommodation from - to | Prices based on accommodation from Sunday prior to the course to Saturday after the course |
| Minimum age | 18 |
| Maximum age | 100 |
| Minimum stay in weeks | 1 |
| Notes on room occupancy | Double room for two students booking together only |
| Distance from school walking | 15 min |
| Distance from school by public transport | 15 min |
| Extra nights bookable: | Yes |
| Price per extra night | 60/85 € |
| Accommodation Placement Fee charged by the school | 130 € |
Supplements
| Refundable deposit | 200 € one-off |
School residence Student Residence Category B+
Distance to school: 2,5-4 km. With public transportation to the school it takes about 15-20 Minutes
Bathroom en suite. Kitchen is shared with other F+U Students.
Administration fee: €130; deposit: €200.
Extra days are invoiced for arrival on Saturday or departure on Sunday (all extra days must be confirmed by F+U).
| Price includes: | access to free WIFI in the building, access to kitchen, access to the laundry room, heating, bedding, shared bathroom |
| Accommodation from - to | Prices based on accommodation from Sunday prior to the course to Saturday after the course |
| Minimum age | 18 |
| Maximum age | 100 |
| Minimum stay in weeks | 1 |
| Distance from school walking | 15 min |
| Distance from school by public transport | 15 min |
| Extra nights bookable: | Yes |
| Price per extra night | 70 € |
| Accommodation Placement Fee charged by the school | 130 € |
Supplements
| Refundable deposit | 200 € one-off |
School residence Halls of Residence Cat. C, Apartments
En suite shower and WC. Shared kitchen. Double room bookings are only available for learners arriving together. Deposit: €200 (tenancies of 12 or more weeks: €400).
| Price includes: | access to free WIFI in the building, access to kitchen, access to the laundry room, bedding, private bathroom |
| Accommodation from - to | Prices based on accommodation from Sunday prior to the course to Saturday after the course |
| Minimum age | 18 |
| Maximum age | 100 |
| Minimum stay in weeks | 1 |
| Notes on room occupancy | Double room for students booking togeter only |
| Distance from school walking | 15 min |
| Distance from school by public transport | 15 min |
| Extra nights bookable: | Yes |
| Price per extra night | 70/80 € |
| Accommodation Placement Fee charged by the school | 130 € |
Supplements
| Refundable deposit | 200 € one-off |
School residence Halls of Residence Cat. D, Apartments
Halls of residence are located in Heidelberg Old Town, near the school. Shower and WC located on the corridor. Shared kitchen. Double room bookings are only available for learners arriving together. Deposit: €200 (tenancies of 12 or more weeks: €400)
| Price includes: | access to free WIFI in the building, access to kitchen, access to the laundry room, heating, bedding, shared bathroom |
| Accommodation from - to | Prices based on accommodation from Sunday prior to the course to Saturday after the course |
| Minimum age | 18 |
| Maximum age | 100 |
| Minimum stay in weeks | 1 |
| Notes on room occupancy | Double room bookings are only available for learners arriving together |
| Distance from school walking | 15 min |
| Distance from school by public transport | 15 min |
| Extra nights bookable: | Yes |
| Price per extra night | 80 € |
| Accommodation Placement Fee charged by the school | 130 € |
Supplements
| Refundable deposit | 200 € one-off |
School residence Halls of Residence Cat. E, Apartments
Good residential area (Bergheim and Old Town), small apartments with 1 or 2 rooms. En suite shower, WC and kitchenette. Double room bookings are only available for learners arriving together. Deposit: €200 (tenancies of 12 or more weeks: €400).
| Price includes: | access to free WIFI in the building, access to kitchen, access to the laundry room, heating, bedding, private bathroom |
| Accommodation from - to | Prices based on accommodation from Sunday prior to the course to Saturday after the course |
| Minimum age | 18 |
| Maximum age | 100 |
| Minimum stay in weeks | 1 |
| Notes on room occupancy | Double room bookings are only available for learners arriving together |
| Distance from school walking | 15 min |
| Distance from school by public transport | 15 min |
| Extra nights bookable: | Yes |
| Price per extra night | 80/110 € |
| Accommodation Placement Fee charged by the school | 130 € |
Supplements
| Refundable deposit | 200 € one-off |
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1.1 The booking will be made via langart.net through an online booking system.
2. Deposit payment
2.1 A deposit, in the amount specified in the booking process, to secure a place on the course, will be charged to the student at the time of booking.
3. Balance payment
3.1 The balance will be paid by the student to the school directly.
3.2 For the payment of the balance, the school will issue an invoice to the student, with the deposit deducted, and forward it to the student along with confirmation of enrolment and other documents relating to the booking. The invoice will include the methods of payment accepted by the school, as well as the deadline for payment.
For latest booking terms, to include changing the booking, cancellations, withdrawal from the course, and others, visit:
https://www.academy-languages.de/en/conditions
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