LEARN GERMAN IN SWITZERLAND - LEARN GERMAN IN ZURICH
Situated on a lake with a beautiful view of the Swiss alps, Zurich is Switzerland's largest city and Switzerland's key financial, cultural and educational center. The picturesque old city with cobbled streets flanked by town houses, ancient churches, boutiques and street cafés contrasts with the modern architecture of the financial district.
With its cinemas, theaters, the world famous opera house, the university and the internationally recognised ETH, museums and galleries, Zurich with its beautiful surroundings has something to offer for every taste. Relaxing piano bars, and lounges as well as nightclubs playing music styles ranging from Hip-Hop and House to Jazz and traditional Swiss folk music can be found throughout the city.
One of the world's most developed public transport systems affords easy access to the surrounding villages, vineyards, mountains and beyond. From here you can go hiking, mountain-biking, swimming in summer or skiing in winter. Further afield, the cities of Basel, Berne and Lucerne can be reached within an hour by train. Geneva and Lausanne, at three hours, takes a little longer but the extra time spent is rewarded by the spectacular views along the way. Situated in the centre of Europe, Switzerland is an ideal base from which to visit the surrounding countries of Austria, France, Germany and Italy.
LEARN GERMAN IN ZURICH
Five minutes up from the lake, five minutes away from the historic town center, LSI Zurich is ideally located.
The school has 9 refurbished classrooms, a computer room with free internet access and a student lounge. All our teachers are qualified and experienced in teaching German as a foreign language. Our extensive social activities program is designed to introduce you to all that Zurich has to offer. Activities include skiing and ice-skating in winter, swimming and sailing in the summer, museum visits and walking tours of the old city and its cafés and boutiques, BBQs, TV studio tours and many more.
LSI Zurich's unique Student Benefit Card grants students exclusive discounts on food, museums and movie theaters around Zurich. LSI Zurich offers a special "Zurich and Sport" program, which allows students to follow a Standard 20 course in the mornings and participate in the sport of your choice two afternoons a week. At weekends you have the chance to explore Switzerland, go hiking, or try river-rafting, snowboarding or mountain biking.
GERMAN GENERAL AND EXAMINATION COURSES
STANDARD 20 GERMAN ZURICH: Please read our course details. To check prices or book online, select your preferred start date, course duration and currency from the options below.
20 Lessons per week (4 lessons per day) - 1 lesson: 50 minutes - 14 students max. per class - Course length: 1-50 weeks - Age 16+
During the lessons you rapidly improve your communication skills in a variety of everyday situations. In 2 lessons each day you will cover the following areas: grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation. In a further 2 lessons you concentrate on: speaking, listening, reading, writing. You use a text book and a wide variety of materials and exercises including roleplays, authentic materials, newspapers and magazines. 1 lesson: 45 minutes. 12 students max.
INTENSIVE 30 GERMAN ZURICH: Please read our course details. To check prices or book online, select your preferred start date, course duration and currency from the options below.
30 Lessons per week - 14 students maximum - Course length: 1-50 weeks - 1 lesson: 50 minutes
The LSI Intensive 30 course concentrates on all the areas that you need to achieve a much greater fluency in a short period of time. This course is suitable for students who wish to study intensively and get a well rounded insight into the language and country. Students on the LSI Intensive 30 course study the same lessons as described for Standard 20 in the morning. The afternoon classes further intensify the tuition and consolidate what you have learnt, through fluency practice and a comprehensive review of the culture and customs of your host country. For those studying English who work in, or are planning a career in business, we offer the LSI English for Business Course, which can be incorporated into your Intensive 30 course as an afternoon option. Students may also follow examination preparation courses as part of this course. 1 lesson: 45 minutes. 12 students max.
ZERTIFIKAT DEUTSCH GERMAN ZURICH: Please read our course details. To check prices or book online, select your preferred start date, course duration and currency from the options below.
30 lessons per week - 12 week course
For enrolment at a German university or a Polytechnic, or as proof of proficiency in German for professional reasons, this well-known certificate is accepted almost universally. The LSI course carefully prepares you for the examination and improves all areas of your German. The entry requirement for the course is school level German. Excludes the examination fees
GOETHE ZERTIFIKAT B2 GERMAN ZURICH: Please read our course details. To check prices or book online, select your preferred start date, course duration and currency from the options below.
30 lessons per week - 12 week course
The GZ tests the candidate’s ability to use German in a wide variety of work and social situations. The LSI preparation course will give you a broad knowledge of the language, and help you develop the specific exam techniques required. Excludes the examination fees
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL YEAR STANDARD 20 GERMAN ZURICH: Please read our course details. To check prices or book online, select your preferred start date, course duration and currency from the options below.
20 lessons per week - 14 students maximum - 1 lesson: 50 minutes
The LSI International School Year programme is an excellent opportunity to learn a new language, immerse yourself in a new culture and make friends from all over the world.
1 lesson: 45 minutes. 12 students max.
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL YEAR INTENSIVE 30 GERMAN ZURICH: Please read our course details. To check prices or book online, select your preferred start date, course duration and currency from the options below.
30 lessons per week - 14 students maximum - 1 lesson: 50 minutes
The LSI International School Year programme is an excellent opportunity to learn a new language, immerse yourself in a new culture and make friends from all over the world. 1 lesson: 45 minutes. 12 students max.
AFTERNOON COURSE GERMAN ZURICH: Please read our course details. To check prices or book online, select your preferred start date, course duration and currency from the options below.
10 lessons per week - 1 lesson: 50 minutes - 14 Students maximum per class - Course length: 1-50 weeks
This course would be suitable for students who wish to improve their fluency, vocabulary and pronunciation in a language. There is an emphasis on language for everyday situations and classes may involve discussing topics such as film and theatre, current events, politics, local culture and the internet. 1 lesson: 45 minutes. 12 students max.
GERMAN EXECUTIVE COURSES
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EXECUTIVE ONE TO ONE (5 LESSONS PER WEEK)
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EXECUTIVE ONE TO ONE (10 LESSONS PER WEEK)
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EXECUTIVE ONE TO ONE (20 LESSONS PER WEEK)
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EXECUTIVE ONE TO ONE (30 LESSONS PER WEEK)
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EXECUTIVE ONE TO ONE (40 LESSONS PER WEEK)
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EXECUTIVE ONE TO ONE (50 LESSONS PER WEEK)
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9 DAY COMPACT COURSE (82 LESSONS)
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9 DAY COMPACT COURSE (92 LESSONS)
Executive One to One (5 lessons per week) German Zurich
Please read our course details. To check prices or book online, select your preferred start date, course duration and currency from the options below.
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5 individual lessons per week
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Beginner to Advanced levels
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Course length: any duration
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1 lesson: 45 minutes (in the USA 50 minutes)
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Courses begin: every Monday
Individual tuition is the fastest way to learn a language. Whether you need general or specialised language, each course is entirely tailored to your needs and adapted to your rate of progress. It is the perfect option for those who have specific targets or limited time. It is particularly convenient for professionals and executives preparing for a business trip abroad, or negotiations and presentations in a foreign language. Our reputation for adaptability and flexibility means that your trainers will always respond to any further requirements you may have.
Executive One to One (10 lessons per week) German Zurich
Please read our course details. To check prices or book online, select your preferred start date, course duration and currency from the options below.
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10 individual lessons per week
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Beginner to Advanced levels
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Course length: any duration
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1 lesson: 45 minutes (in the USA 50 minutes)
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Courses begin: every Monday
Individual tuition is the fastest way to learn a language. Whether you need general or specialised language, each course is entirely tailored to your needs and adapted to your rate of progress. It is the perfect option for those who have specific targets or limited time. It is particularly convenient for professionals and executives preparing for a business trip abroad, or negotiations and presentations in a foreign language. Our reputation for adaptability and flexibility means that your trainers will always respond to any further requirements you may have.
Executive One to One (20 lessons per week) German Zurich
Please read our course details. To check prices or book online, select your preferred start date, course duration and currency from the options below.
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20 individual lessons per week
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Beginner to Advanced levels
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Course length: any duration
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1 lesson: 45 minutes (in the USA 50 minutes)
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Courses begin: every Monday
Individual tuition is the fastest way to learn a language. Whether you need general or specialised language, each course is entirely tailored to your needs and adapted to your rate of progress. It is the perfect option for those who have specific targets or limited time. It is particularly convenient for professionals and executives preparing for a business trip abroad, or negotiations and presentations in a foreign language. Our reputation for adaptability and flexibility means that your trainers will always respond to any further requirements you may have.
Executive One to One (30 lessons per week) German Zurich
Please read our course details. To check prices or book online, select your preferred start date, course duration and currency from the options below.
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30 individual lessons per week
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Beginner to Advanced levels
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Course length: any duration
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1 lesson: 45 minutes (in the USA 50 minutes)
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Courses begin: every Monday
Individual tuition is the fastest way to learn a language. Whether you need general or specialised language, each course is entirely tailored to your needs and adapted to your rate of progress. It is the perfect option for those who have specific targets or limited time. It is particularly convenient for professionals and executives preparing for a business trip abroad, or negotiations and presentations in a foreign language. Our reputation for adaptability and flexibility means that your trainers will always respond to any further requirements you may have.
Executive One to One (40 lessons per week) German Zurich
Please read our course details. To check prices or book online, select your preferred start date, course duration and currency from the options below.
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40 individual lessons per week
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Beginner to Advanced levels
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Course length: any duration
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1 lesson: 45 minutes (in the USA 50 minutes)
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Courses begin: every Monday
Individual tuition is the fastest way to learn a language. Whether you need general or specialised language, each course is entirely tailored to your needs and adapted to your rate of progress. It is the perfect option for those who have specific targets or limited time. It is particularly convenient for professionals and executives preparing for a business trip abroad, or negotiations and presentations in a foreign language. Our reputation for adaptability and flexibility means that your trainers will always respond to any further requirements you may have.
Executive One to One (50 lessons per week) German Zurich
Please read our course details. To check prices or book online, select your preferred start date, course duration and currency from the options below.
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50 individual lessons per week
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Beginner to Advanced levels
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Course length: any duration
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1 lesson: 45 minutes (in the USA 50 minutes)
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Courses begin: every Monday
Individual tuition is the fastest way to learn a language. Whether you need general or specialised language, each course is entirely tailored to your needs and adapted to your rate of progress. It is the perfect option for those who have specific targets or limited time. It is particularly convenient for professionals and executives preparing for a business trip abroad, or negotiations and presentations in a foreign language. Our reputation for adaptability and flexibility means that your trainers will always respond to any further requirements you may have.
9 Day Compact Course (82 lessons) German Zurich
Please read our course details. To check prices or book online, select your preferred start date, course duration and currency from the options below.
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82 individual lessons
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Beginner to advanced levels
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9 consecutive days
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1 lesson: 45 minutes (in the USA 50 minutes)
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Courses begin: every Saturday
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Includes lunchtime lessons with teacher
For those with exacting needs which must be met in a short space of time. Requiring just one week away from the office, this course is ideal for busy professionals and executives who need to prepare for presentation and meetings abroad.
9 Day Compact Course (92 lessons) German Zurich
Please read our course details. To check prices or book online, select your preferred start date, course duration and currency from the options below.
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92 individual lessons
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Beginner to advanced levels
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9 consecutive days
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1 lesson: 45 minutes (in the USA 50 minutes)
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Courses begin: every Saturday
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Includes lunchtime lessons with teacher
For those with exacting needs which must be met in a short space of time. Requiring just one week away from the office, this course is ideal for busy professionals and executives who need to prepare for presentations and meetings abroad.
ACCOMMODATION IN ZÜRICH
Situated on a lake, Zürich is Switzerland’s largest city and a key financial, cultural and entertainment centre.
Not far from the major banks of the “Paradeplatz”, you will find the picturesque old city with cobbled streets flanked by town houses, ancient churches, boutiques and street cafés. Culture is at home in Zürich, with over 30 museums and 100 galleries. There are also cinemas, theatres, nightclubs.
From the shaded “Lindenhof” you can enjoy a panorama of the whole town and, on a clear day, you can see as far as the Alps.
HOMESTAY
Our homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about Swiss culture in a comfortable setting while studying German in Zurich.
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Welcoming and friendly atmosphere
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Carefully selected by our Accommodation Officer and visited on a regular basis
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Choice of bed & breakfast or half board
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All bed linen and towels provided
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Good and reliable transport links
RESIDENCES
These options are more suitable for an independent student, who is looking for clean, basic accommodation at an economic price. All students must be 18+ unless otherwise noted.
Name: The Maximilianeum
-Location: A quiet street approximately 10 minutes by tram from the LSI school and 5 minutes walk to the city centre
-Rooms: Equipped with wash basin and some with a balcony
-Meals: Breakfast and dinner included (Mo-Fr), self-catering on weekends
-Facilities: Garden, living/dining room with piano and TV, laundry facilities
-Prices (per person per month): From CHF880 to CHF1120
-Availability: Year-round
-Other: Bed linen and towels provided
Name: Pension Lutherstrasse
-Location: In the heart of Zurich, only a few minutes from the centre and the lake. Public transport takes you in 5 minutes to the main railroad station and in 10 minutes to the University and ETH.
-Rooms: 36 single rooms (some w/balcony)
-Private Bathroom: No, shared bathrooms on each floor
-Meals: Breakfast included
-Facilities: Guest kitchen, lounge w/TV and piano, laundry machine & tumbler (small fee), roof terrace
-Prices (per person per month): CHF850-CHF1110 (tax included)
-Availability: Year-round
-Other: FEMALES ONLY; free wireless internet, bed linens provided and cleaned every 2 weeks
Name: City Backpacker- Hotel Biber
-Location: Heart of the old town & a few minutes walk from the train station
-Rooms: Single rooms and dormitory rooms (6 beds/room)
-Private Bathroom: No, shared bathrooms on each floor
-Meals: None
-Prices (per person per night): Single room CHF 71, Dormitory CHF34 (taxes included)
-Availability: Year-round
-Other: Bed sheet (dormitories only) provided for CHF3 per person (if requested a private sleeping bag may also be used)
Name: Jugendherberge- Zurich Youth Hostel
-Location: Quiet city location close to the lake
-Rooms: Single rooms and dormitory rooms (4 beds)
-Private Bathroom: With single rooms, dormitory rooms have shared bathrooms
-Meals: None
-Prices (per person per night): Single room CHF 104.00, Dormitory CHF39.50
-Availability: Year-round
HOTELS
Some of the best hotels can be found in Zurich, here are some we recommend.
Name: Seefeld Hotel***
-Location: Approximately 5 minutes walk to LSI and a 10 minute tramride to the city centre. Many of the city’s sights and attractions are within walking distance.
-Rooms: 64 rooms w/direct dial telephone, voicemail, TV/radio, modem/fax connection, pay-TV, safe, mini bar
-Private Bathroom: Yes
-Meals: Breakfast included
-Prices (per night): From CHF240 to CHF290 Other: All bed linens and towels provided and changed Weekly
Name: The Hotel Adler ***
-Location: A few minutes’ walk from the main sights of the old town. The famous business centre "Bahnhofstrasse" and the lake are 5 minutes away
-Rooms: 52 rooms
-Private Bathroom: Yes
-Meals: Breakfast included
-Prices (per night): From CHF160-CHF 230
-Other: Bed linen and towels provided and changed weekly
Name: The Zic-Zac-Rock-Hotel**
-Location: Located in the middle of the old city an approximate 15 minute walk from LSI and 5 minute tram to the city centre.
-Rooms: 50 rooms w/satellite TV and direct dial phone
-Private Bathroom: No, shared facilities on each floor
-Meals: Breakfast for CHF5 per person per day
-Prices (per night): From CHF85
-Other: Bed linen and towels provided, live DJ shows, safe and snack provided at the front desk
Name: The Martahaus
-Location: Old town near the main railway station
-Rooms: Studios w/kitchen, single rooms and dormitories
-Private Bathroom: Yes in studios and some single rooms; other single rooms and dormitories offer shared facilities on each floor
-Meals: Breakfast included
-Facilities: Gym, coffee bar, roof terrace, lounge, self-service laundry
-Prices (per night): Studios/Single Rooms w/private bathroom from CHF115, single rooms/dormitories w/shared bathroom from CHF40
-Other: Open 24 hours, free wireless internet, accept credit cards, certified fire alarm system, weekly and monthly prices available upon request |
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