Language and Intercultural Tandem

What is a Language Tandem?

Tandem is one of the most enjoyable ways to improve your language competencies. Additionally you will gain and/or expand your knowledge about and experience with other cultures. We define ‘language tandem’ as a mutual exchange in language learning. Or simply said: "You help me to improve my language and I will help you improve yours. This will help us understand each other better.”  Tandem is language learning based on partnership and autonomy

You have several tandem models to choose from: German as a Foreign Language, Language Tandem and Intercultural Tandem.

  • Tandem Models
  • How it works!
  • With and Without Participation Certificate
  • Registration

Tandem Models

  • German as a Foreign Language 
    International students practice German together with native German speakers who are students. You can choose individual learning goals with your instructor.
  • Language Tandem
    Students support each other to practice and deepen their native languages. The main focus is on language. You can choose individual learning goals with your instructor. This tandem can only be done with languages taught at Leuphana.
  • Intercultural Tandem
    The main focus is cultural and societal exchange. The course is held in German and English. Partners choose their topics together. Likewise this can be done in German and any other language if both partners have a B2 or higher level.

How it works!

Tandem partners are normally placed at the beginning of each semester. So apply as early as possible. You will get an email within the first 3-4 weeks of the semester.

Download Language Tandem Light Booklet here.

Download Intercultural Tandem Light Booklet here.

Tandem is very successful when partners cooperate during the planning and make conscious decisions about the goals and ways of working.

With and Without Participation Certificate

Tandem with or without participation certificate

Students register for Tandem and will be contacted in the first 3-4 weeks of the semester and receive the contact details of their tandem partners. In order to have a participation certificate, you must fill out 5 meetings completely (preparation, implementation and follow up) and send it to sprachtandem@leuphana.de. 

Registration

All students fill out the registration form hereand send it to sprachtandem@leuphana.de. If you send it before the semester begins, you will get an answer within the first 3-4 weeks of the semester. Please note that we are not always able to find a tandem partner for everyone.

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