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New! Workshop: Pronunciation Training (3 x 3 teaching units)

Nov. 13 / Nov. 27 / Dec. 11, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
OVB 19/EG 05

You already have some knowledge of German (level A2 or higher), but you frequently run into problems because others do not understand you well or you do not understand others well. Would you like to do something to improve your pronunciation?

Then this workshop is exactly what you need. With targeted exercises, individualized feedback, and practical tips, we will work on your pronunciation step by step. This will also help you with your listening comprehension.

This semester, the focus will be on accent, rhythm, and intonation. A continuation of this workshop series is planned for the summer semester.

Register now by email: daf-studienbegleitend@rub.de

Individual Consulting Package

Are you interested in taking a digital TestDaF exam? Here we offer you the opportunity to book appointments for our individual TestDaF consulting package.

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Courses during winter term 2026/27

The following deadlines apply for the courses accompanying the studies in the winter term 2026/27:

14.09.-15.10.2026
Registration

Course duration: 19.10.2026- 05.02.2027 (13 weeks)
Here you will find our course program:

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Courses during summer term 2026

Thank you for your interest and participation in our courses this summer term! Your CP credits were already entered into eCampus! We would look forward to seeing you again in winter term 2026/27!

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Intensive Preparatory Courses

The DaF department at the ZFA will no longer offer preparatory courses from the winter semester 2024/25. Unfortunately, we cannot provide recommendations or advice on courses offered by other providers. Thank you for your understanding!

TestDaF Examination Dates

The current TestDaF examination dates can be found here here

UNIC - Online Language Modules

The Departement of German as a foreign language in the University Language Centre (ZFA) is significantly involved in the creation and use of Online Language Modules (OLM) within the framework of UNIC.

Impressions

International students talk about their experiences with our study-accompanying courses.
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Contact

Bereich DaF, RUB

International Office

International Office
Ruhr-Universität Bochum
Building Studierenden-Service-Center (SSC)
Universitätsstr. 150
44780 Bochum
 

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