Languages Professional Foreign Languages State Recognised Vocational Training College
Foreign Language Correspondence Clerk English French Spanish Russian Chinese Japanese and more
European Secretary English French Spanish
Translator English French Spanish Russian and more
Bachelor Top-up
Academy of Languages Heidelberg Hauptstrasse 1, D-69117 Heidelberg Phone: +49 6221 9120-35,
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Professional Foreign Languages F+U – an international education provider Founded in 1980 in Heidelberg, the F+U group has 25 teaching centres in Germany, as well as several international schools and cooperation partners, and today is one of the largest private education providers in Europe. We offer an international University of Cooperative Education with 8 study centres, secondary schools (Gymnasium, Realschule), preparatory colleges, vocational schools and language schools with international test centres, as well as an extensive spectrum of continuing education programmes. Your programme takes place at the Academy of Languages in Heidelberg. The Academy can look back over 30 years of successful teaching. Every year, over 5,000 students participate in the language courses and training programmes at the Academy, while our programme is rounded off by our “worldwide language tours”.
It goes without saying that the main teaching focus is on languages. However, we are well aware that foreign language training will enhance your career prospects only in conjunction with a commercial orientation. For this reason, we are one of the few schools to offer the Chamber of Industry and Commerce (Industrie- und Handelskammer - IHK) examinations. During the course of your studies, you have the opportunity to opt for one of these final examinations.
Bachelor Top-Up (rdi)
Practical training – the foundation for your professional success
The Foreign Language Correspondence Clerk, European Secretary and Translator programmes open up varied, interesting and, above all, future-proof career opportunities. This is because you integrate both foreign languages and commercial training, thereby earning a highly sought-after dual qualification. At the same time, you are competent in all aspects of secretarial administration, as well as the application of Information Technology.
We offer students who have successfully completed our training programme the opportunity to earn a bachelor degree in Business Studies through a 14-month distance-learning programme. The bachelor title (rdi) is awarded by renowned universities in England and is the equivalent to a university degree in the Federal Republic of Germany. For admission to the bachelor programme you will need the Higher National Diploma (HND). We prepare you for this examination – parallel to your training – in additional afternoon lessons.
The Higher National Diploma (rdi) – an independent qualification The Higher National Diploma (HND) can also be earned independently of the bachelor degree. Unlike the German foundation studies (Grundstudium), the British HND is recognised in its own right as an academic qualification with a commercial orientation. Therefore, the qualification is particularly attractive to anyone wishing to work abroad in an Englishspeaking country.
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Professional Foreign Languages Qualifications
• Foreign Language Correspondence Clerk (state recognised / IHK) • European Secretary (state recognised / IHK) • Translator (state recognised / IHK) • Interpreter (IHK) • Higher National Certificate (British qualification) • Higher National Diploma (British qualification) • Bachelor (Hons) in Business Studies (British qualification)
Subjects studied
• Foreign languages (approx. 50% of teaching) • Business studies • Commercial correspondence • Writing techniques • Information technology • Job application training • Translation training
Career outlook
We can’t promise miracles. However, about 90% of our graduates find skilled, quality employment in business, administration, international institutions, solicitors’ offices and schools. In particular, there is great demand for graduates of our training programmes among companies engaged in international trade. We also notify our students of several job openings.
Open day
Take part in lessons for one or more days on a trial basis. Experience for yourself the benefits of training and studies at the F+U Academy of Languages by visiting a lesson and speaking to teaching staff and students.
Internationality at F+U
Programme starting dates
Our school gives you the opportunity to get to know people from all over the world. Every year, we welcome students from over 100 countries participating in our language courses or taking one of our internationally recognised examinations. You can also build language tandems free of charge with one of the 5,000 language students who take part in our courses every year.
The programme begins in March and September every year.
Holiday
The holiday periods generally correspond with the school holidays in Baden-Württemberg.
Teaching staff
We guarantee the commitment of experienced and academically qualified teaching staff. Our language teachers are native speakers. 3
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Professional Foreign Languages Admission requirements
Our training programmes are in principle open to all participants with a good standard of English. Existing knowledge of the second and third languages is not essential. Detailed information can be found on page 5.
Funding
We grant an internal loan, in that we offer a longterm instalment payment plan. Information on funding your studies through BAföG or an education loan can be found on the accompanying information sheet or on our website. You are of course also welcome to arrange a consultation appointment.
Language courses and language tours Our students receive a 20% discount on language courses in Heidelberg and 10% on our language tour course fees.
International test centre
During your studies, take the opportunity to gain additional internationally recognised qualifications: • TELC (The European Language Certificates) • TOEIC (Test of English for International Communication) • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) • LCCI (London Chamber of Commerce and Industry examinations) • DELF (Diplôme d‘Études en Langue Française)* • DALF (Diplôme Approfondi de Langue Française)* • TestDaF (Test Deutsch als Fremdsprache) • TRKI (Test Russkogo Kak Inostrannogo)** • HSK*** (Hanyu shuiping kaoshi) • ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence)
Internships abroad
During the summer holidays, we will be pleased to organise an internship for you at one of our international language schools. Furthermore, even after you have completed your studies, it is still possible to take up an internship of several months through the international exchange programmes delivered by F+U (Eurodyssée, Leonardo da Vinci). These internships are eligible for a grant from the federal state of Baden-Württemberg or from the European Union.
*In cooperation with the Institut de Français IF2, located in our premises. **On behalf of the Halle Centre for the Certification of the Russian Language, Slavic Institute at the University of Heidelberg. ***Examination in the Confucius Institute, Heidelberg.
Accommodation
We offer several student halls of residence (approx. 250 rooms) and apartments in Heidelberg. You can find detailed information in the accompanying F+U Academy of Languages brochure. 4
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Proficiency levels Entry level and learning outcome descriptors based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages Foreign Language Correspondence Clerk and European Secretary Level
English
French, Spanish
A1
Entry level for learners with no previous knowledge Start: March or September
A2
Entry level for learners with previous knowledge Start: March or September
B1.1
Entry level for learners with intermediate knowledge Start: March or September
B1.2
Entry level for learners with good knowledge Start: September
Other languages Entry level for learners with no previous knowledge Start: September
Target level: 1.5-year programme Certification: State rec. / IHK
B2.1
B2.2
Target level: 1-year programme Certification: State rec. / IHK
C1.1
Target level: 1.5-year programme Certification: State rec. / IHK
C1.2
Target level: 2-year programme Certification: State rec. / IHK
Target level: 2-year programme Certification: State rec. / IHK
Target level: 2-year programme Certification: IHK / F+U certificate
(state recognised or IHK-certified)
Internationally recognised tests1
Language competence
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English A1 LCCI Preliminary 1 DELF A1 Español A1 Italiano A1 Russian A1 Deutsch A1
Can understand familiar topics using simple expressions and phrases. Can produce short, basic texts.
100 TH
English A2 LCCI Preliminary 2 DELF A2 Español A2 Italiano A2 Russian A2 Deutsch A2
Can communicate in simple terms about routine matters. Can interact in very short, basic everyday situations. Can produce simple letters and translate very basic texts.
200 TH
LCCI 1 TOEIC 479-619 TOEFL 57-86 Français B1 Español B1 Italiano B1 TRKI 1 Zertifikat Deutsch
Can communicate successfully in everyday situations using grammatical structures and limited vocabulary. Can produce texts using the most important grammatical structures. Can translate general, non-specialist texts.
LCCI 2 TOEIC 620-803 TOEFL 87-109 Français B2 DELE Intermedio Italiano B2 TRKI 2 Deutsch für den Beruf
Can give a clear, structured description of a range of topics and present a detailed explanation of a viewpoint. Can produce texts using complex structures and specialist vocabulary. Can translate straightforward specialist texts.
LCCI 3 TOEIC 804-855 TOEFL 110-120 DALF 1, DELE C1, CILS C1, TRKI 3 DSH 2 TestDaF 4
Can communicate fluently, and present a differentiated argumentation. Can use complex grammatical structures and a wide-ranging vocabulary. Can produce accurate and clearly structured texts on general or specialist topics. Can translate demanding texts.
400 TH
500 TH
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850 TH
1100 TH
Translator (state recognised or IHK examined) Level C1.1
C2
English
French, Spanish
Other languages
Entry level Start: March or September
Entry level Start: March or September
Entry level Start: September
Target level Certification:: State rec. / IHK
Target level Certification:: State rec. / IHK
Target level Certification:: IHK / F+U certificate
Internationally recognised tests1 LCCI 4 TOEIC 856-990 DALF 2, DELE C2, CILS C2, TRKI 4 DSH 3 TestDaF 5
Language competence
Duration2
Can understand with ease and actively participate in any conversation or discussion with native speakers. Can produce detailed texts using a wide range of differentiated and specialist vocabulary. Can translate highly specialist texts.
850 TH
1400 TH
We recommend gaining additional internationally recognised language qualifications in order to enhance your competitiveness in the employment market. 2 The indicated duration in teaching hours (TH) refers to the number of hours required to achieve the given level of proficiency. 1
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At a glance… Programmes of study - overview English
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Japanese
Chinese
Russian
Italian
Polish
Portuguese
Arabic
German
Turkish
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Translator Higher National Diploma, Bachelor1
British qualifications: it is possible to earn the bachelor degree without the Abitur, parallel to the European Secretary programme.
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Japanese
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Polish
Portuguese
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German
Turkish
Foreign Language Correspondence Clerk, 1 language
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Translator (each language) Higher National Diploma, Bachelor
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At a glance… Qualifications - Examinations - Recognition English
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TestDaF = Test Deutsch als Fremdsprache
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DELE = Diploma de Español como Lengua Extranjera
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TRKI = Test Russkogo Kak Inostrannogo
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DELF = Diplôme d‘Études en Langue Française DALF = Diplôme Approfondi de Langue Française
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General information English
Spanish
French
Japanese
Chinese
Russian
Italian
Polish
Portuguese
Arabic
German
Turkish
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F+U Rhein-Main-Neckar gGmbH Academy of Languages Heidelberg Hauptstrasse 1 D-69117 Heidelberg Phone + 49 (0)6221 8994-2912 Phone 0800 7772236 (free in Germany) Fax + 49 (0)6221 23452
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Language courses in Heidelberg German, English, Spanish, Italian, French, Russian, Greek, Dutch, Arabic, Portuguese, Turkish, Japanese, Chinese and more Worldwide language tours England, Ireland, Malta, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Central and South America, Croatia, Lithuania, Russia, Japan, China, South Africa Higher education (rdi) Higher National Certificate, Higher National Diploma, Bachelor in Business and Management Commercial Training College Tourism, Hospitality/Catering, HR Management, Business Administration and more
Our language school on the 3rd floor of the Darmstädter-Hof-Centre, Hauptstrasse 1.
University of Cooperative Education Marketing Communication/PR, Industry and Trade, Banking and Insurance, Sports Management, Food, Beverage and Culinary Management, Event, Fair and Congress Management and more
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