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Seaside Summer Classes in German - Learn German at the Coast 2026
Summer School
Jade University of Applied Sciences Wilhelmshaven/Oldenburg/Elsfleth
Oldenburg
· Lower Saxony
Location: Wilhelmshaven
About the Program
Learn German at the coast! The best place to learn German is in Germany! That is why Jade University is offering the successful "Seaside Summer Classes in German" for the 28th consecutive year at the campus in Wilhelmshaven. Participants live in Wilhelmshaven for a four-week period in which they improve their language skills in small groups overseen by qualified teachers. Each participant receives a certificate at the end of the course. Combined learning with activities and field trips Five hours of lessons take place in small groups each morning. The afternoons are used to practise the material that is learned in the mornings. A placement test before the classes helps each student to find the course that suits his or her needs. It is our goal to train the participants’ communicative skills. Normal, everyday conversations are practised so that pronunciation can be trained, listening skills improved and correct grammar used. Various cultural topics are worked out in projects or in presentations. At the end of the course, students will not only have deepened their knowledge of Germany and its culture, but they also will have become much more competent with German and will have made many new friends!
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Learn German at the coast! The best place to learn German is in Germany! That is why Jade University is offering the successful "Seaside Summer Classes in German" for the 28th consecutive year at the campus in Wilhelmshaven. Participants live in Wilhelmshaven for a four-week period in which they improve their language skills in small groups overseen by qualified teachers. Each participant receives a certificate at the end of the course. Combined learning with activities and field trips Five hours of lessons take place in small groups each morning. The afternoons are used to practise the material that is learned in the mornings. A placement test before the classes helps each student to find the course that suits his or her needs. It is our goal to train the participants’ communicative skills. Normal, everyday conversations are practised so that pronunciation can be trained, listening skills improved and correct grammar used. Various cultural topics are worked out in projects or in presentations. At the end of the course, students will not only have deepened their knowledge of Germany and its culture, but they also will have become much more competent with German and will have made many new friends!
General Requirements
Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.
Academic qualification
A recognised higher-education entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent). International applicants may need recognition via Anabin and, if not directly eligible, a Studienkolleg + assessment exam (Feststellungsprüfung).
Language
German at C1 level (DSH-2, TestDaF TDN 4, Goethe-Zertifikat C1, or telc C1 Hochschule).
Typical documents
- Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
- Language certificate
- Passport and passport photo
- Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
- Letter of motivation (for many programs)
- Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)
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How do I apply to Seaside Summer Classes in German - Learn German at the Coast 2026 at Jade University of Applied Sciences Wilhelmshaven/Oldenburg/Elsfleth?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Seaside Summer Classes in German - Learn German at the Coast 2026 at Jade University of Applied Sciences Wilhelmshaven/Oldenburg/Elsfleth
Is Seaside Summer Classes in German - Learn German at the Coast 2026 at Jade University of Applied Sciences Wilhelmshaven/Oldenburg/Elsfleth taught in German or English? ▼
This Other programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.
How much does the Seaside Summer Classes in German - Learn German at the Coast 2026 programme cost? ▼
580 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for Seaside Summer Classes in German - Learn German at the Coast 2026 at Jade University of Applied Sciences Wilhelmshaven/Oldenburg/Elsfleth? ▼
Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).
When is the application deadline? ▼
Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.
Can I work in Germany while studying Seaside Summer Classes in German - Learn German at the Coast 2026? ▼
Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.
How do I apply to Jade University of Applied Sciences Wilhelmshaven/Oldenburg/Elsfleth — directly or via uni-assist? ▼
Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.