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The International DAAD Academy (iDA) is expanding its professional development portfolio: Starting in autumn 2025, we will offer a new specialized German language course designed specifically for international (early career) researchers at German universities. The course is titled:

"German for International (Early Career) Researchers – Integration into the University Environment and Preparation for the German Job Market"

This new course format is aimed at researchers who wish to strengthen their linguistic and intercultural competencies in an academic context — with the goal of navigating daily life at German universities more confidently and preparing for a professional career in Germany.

Course at a glance:

• Duration: September 9 – November 11, 2025
• Weekly sessions: Tuesdays, 8:00 – 9:30 a.m. (10 sessions)
• Format: Online via Big Blue Button
• Group size: Maximum 14 participants
• Course language: German (B1/B2 level required)
• Course fee: 500 EUR

What participants can expect:

The course focuses on academic German, intercultural communication, and practical orientation within the German higher education system. Participants will learn how to integrate into university structures, confidently take part in meetings, give presentations, and navigate the German job market — including the application process — more effectively.

Learn more and register

Full details, the course program, and the registration link are available on our website:
👉 Language Course: German for International Researchers – DAAD Academy

We appreciate your support

Do you know international researchers at your university who might be interested in this course? We would be grateful if you could share this information — also with other departments or colleagues working with this target group.

Thank you very much for your support!

Your International DAAD Academy (iDA)
– Professional development for the international higher education community –

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