Programme in English

Have you always dreamed of painting and creating your own art? Realise your vision and start painting now! In this course you will learn or revise fundamental techniques and, with guidance, transfer your ideas to paper. The result will be as varied as its creators. Acrylic paints are most suitable for this course, however, if you would prefer to work with other materials, please feel free to bring them along.

Taijiquan and Qigong are traditional Chinese internal arts to harmonise and strengthen body, mind and spirit. Regular practice can bring better health, increased energy levels and a greater ability to deal with stress and pressure. The movements are energetic, elegant and subtle. With the right amount of patience, Taijiquan and Qigong are easy to learn and practice.

This course invites you to get to know the "Settling the Mind Meditation" as taught by Dr. Thupten Jinpa, Tibetan teacher and academic. It is a special form of mindfulness meditation that is also practiced in a lying posture and encourages us to let go of mind habits and body tensions. We allow our body and mind to slow down their energy and to settle down. The focus of this practice is on exploring letting go on a physical, emotional and mental level. We can learn to 'hear' and 'feel' deep stillness and peace within us. “This inner space is serene, restful and slow” (Th. Jinpa). After a short arrival meditation and an introduction to the basics of "Settling the Mind" we will practice both concentration on sinking in, and also reflect together on the need and longing for a mind that is serene and settled.

Our main focus is "The Camera". During this course you will become familiar with all your camera's most important functions and how to use them. You will also gain the technical know-how to start making the most of your digital SLR and develop a creative approach to photography as well as learning how to set the menu correctly to get the best technical results. We will go on location to shoot our pictures then evaluate them later in class.

Are you curious to understand more about how to draw faces? The human body and the human face all have their own symmetry. Learn how to visually analyze the proportions and how to apply them in your drawings. Based on ideas in Betty Edwards’ book "Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain", you will discover drawing techniques which trick the brain into seeing better. These techniques can help improve realistic drawing skills, as well as improve one’s understanding of perspective. Even beginners can use this method to achieve surprising results.

Whether you're a newcomer to Germany or already engage frequently with Germans, understanding cultural differences and norms is crucial for successful integration. This interactive workshop offers tools to better understand and navigate cultural differences in general – whether in daily life, studies, or the workplace. In the second part, we’ll take a closer look at common features of German culture that often puzzle internationals. With theory, exercises, and space for discussion, you'll gain insights and reflect on your own intercultural experiences.

"Where are the drums?" You might find yourself asking this when singers in vocal ensembles mimic the sounds of drums like the hi-hat, snare and bass drum. In beatboxing, all these sounds are made using just the mouth, tongue, throat, and nose. In this workshop, you'll learn the basics of beatboxing, practice together, and get useful tips for practicing on your own at home.

CELTA, Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, is an internationally recognised initial qualification for English language teaching to adults. This is an intensive course and runs over 4 weeks, Monday to Friday from 9am to 6pm. It is suitable for candidates who are prepared to put their life on hold for 4 weeks (including weekends). For further information please visit www.mvhs.de/celta

Learn to formulate arguments and improve speaking skills in a friendly debate setting. This two-day seminar builds skills in argumentation and persuasive communication, focusing on clarity, active listening and constructive exchange. Interactive lectures, group work, and debates sharpen critical thinking and communication. Day one introduces core techniques; day two features a structured debate with peer feedback. Open to all interested individuals – no prior experience needed.

The stone was and still is an essential part of the jewel. In this workshop we will concentrate on a few classical stone setting techniques such as the cabochon setting and prong setting. You will learn these classical techniques to develop and create your own design. We will mainly work with silver and semi-precious stones. Participants who want to work with gold should bring their own materials (including the soldering material). You are welcome to bring with you your own silver and stones; however, it will be possible to buy silver and a variety of semi-precious stones directly in the workshop.

Bavarian dishes are hearty soul food, turning very simple regional ingredients into tasty, satisfying culinary experiences. We are going to prepare some simple varieties of bread and potato dumplings, some Spätzle - serving it as Käsespätzle (Bavarian Mac & Cheese), and an original Krustenbraten (roasted pork and crackling) from Bavarian pork. For other side dishes we will make some healthy Krautsalat (slaw) and of course Kartoffelsalat (potato salad). To finish off we will make Apfel- and Topfenstrudel.

What does it take to bring a new drug to market and to patients? In this English Talk, you will gain valuable insight into the search for active ingredients and the complex process of drug development. You will learn about the stringent legal requirements for demonstrating a drug’s quality, efficacy, and safety - and how these high standards are achieved in practice. Ruth Moghtader has over 30 years of experience in conducting drug development and securing regulatory approvals, she will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

The Bavarian school system is complex and can be challenging for families to navigate. It can be difficult to support your child in making the right decisions that lead to scholastic success. This online talk gives an overview of how the so-called three-tiered system is structured, how children can change from one type of school to another, tutoring, parental involvement, the private school option and more. There are many resources available and guidance will be given on where to seek additional detailed information and advice.

With continuously increasing demand we are performing research to make air travel safer and more reliable. A researcher at the Institute of Flight System Dynamics will show some aspects of the research currently being done using the flight simulator. There will be an opportunity for participants to sit inside the simulator and to test their aircraft piloting skills.