The language and orientation program for exchange students starts in March and September. In a variety of language courses, excursions and cultural events you can improve your language skills, make new friends and get to know LMU.
The intensive language courses last at least three weeks and are offered by the course providers IUCM (International University Club Munich) and DKFA (Deutschkurse bei der Universität München) across all language levels. A placement test guarantees that you are placed in a suitable class. The courses are subject to a fee. However, the International Office subsidizes the preparatory courses for Erasmus+ and LMUexchange students.
If you are unable to arrive at the beginning of September or March, you can improve your language skills in an interactive online language course with the provider DUO (Deutsch-Uni Online). If you already have a good command of German, you can take a specialization course, such as German for Law Students. While completing the online modules you will be in regular contact with your supervisor. You also have the chance to communicate with other students in a virtual classroom.
On weekends and in the evenings you will have time to explore Munich and Bavaria with other students. In addition to a city tour, we organize excursions, for example to Neuschwanstein or Salzburg. Other interesting activities are also included in the program.
Participation in this program is subject to a fee. However, the International Office subsidizes the trips for Erasmus+ and LMUexchange students.
Please find further information, for example the registration link, in the Study Preparation Program.
You can also take German courses during the semester to improve your language skills and collect ECTS points for your Transcript of Records.
You also have the opportunity to learn other languages. You can find an overview of the language courses on offer in LSF.
Please find further information on the websites of the language course providers IUCM, DkfA and DUO, as well as the LMU Language Center.