German

Course summary

Whatever plans you may have for the future, a knowledge of German will increase your options: • Knowing the language of your German business partners improves your relations and therefore your chances for effective communication and success and it can increase your job opportunities with German and foreign companies in the UK. In business, diplomacy and tourism, Germany stands second only to English in Western Europe and in Eastern Europe holds first place. • German is the second most commonly used scientific language. Germany is the third largest contributor to research and development and offers research fellowships to scientists from abroad. • Germany offers a generous number of scholarships and other support to study in Germany; it is fourth most popular choice for Further Education, after the US, UK and Australia. Germany has recently abolished tuition fees for al university students including international students. • Working holiday visas are available for young foreigners. • A wide range of exchange programmes exists for both school and university students between Germany and other countries.