Section German as a Foreign / Second Language / German for specific purposes
General language courses & language courses for specific purposes
The Department of German as a Foreign/Second Language (DaF/DaZ) and German as an Additional Language (DawS) supports international students and interested auditors in learning German in accordance with the standards of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
We offer our general and subject-specific language courses in preparatory and ongoing courses.
Under ‘Modules in German’ and ‘Modules for learning German’, you will find an overview of all modules with a focus on German offered to international students.
For information on availability and any further questions regarding courses taken alongside your degree programme, please contact sandra.braun[at]whz.de
Learning languages through a tandem programme
Learn a new language directly from native speakers – in a straightforward and personal way through the university’s tandem programme. Improve your language skills and discover new perspectives and ways of life through direct interaction.
Interested in our tandem programme?
German Business Communication (Bachelor)
Proficiency in German is a key skill for international students and immigrants – both in everyday life and in the workplace. Technical language skills are particularly crucial in specialised fields of work.
The Bachelor’s degree programme in German Business Communication (WKD) teaches technical language, intercultural and diversity skills through innovative and digital teaching formats. With its regional roots, international focus and practical content, West Saxon University of Applied Sciences Zwickau offers attractive prospects for urgently needed skilled workers.
If you would like advice on studying German Business Communication (BA), please contact Prof. Janina M. Vernal Schmidt.
Our team
| Prof.in Dr.in Janina Miriam Vernal Schmidt | Professor for German as a Foreign Language (Schwerpunkt Wirtschaftskommunikation im multilingualen Kontext) | Zi. PKB 425 +49 375 536 3560 Kontakt |
| Dr. Thomas Edeling | Lehrkraft für besondere Aufgaben Deutsch als Fremdsprache | Zi. PKB 422 Kornmarkt 1 +49 375 536 1069 Kontakt |
| Sandra Braun |
Lehrkraft für besondere Aufgaben Deutsch als Fremdsprache |
Zi. PKB 424 +49 375 536 1358 |