Language & Literature

This course offers you the opportunity to learn how to read and write Hiragana letters and provides you with a basic understanding of the structure of the Japanese language. You will also develop the ability to speak and construct basic sentences in Japanese. The course will be taught in English. Your English needs to be on level A2-B1.

This course is for those who know the letters of the Hebrew alphabet, are familiar with the vowel signs (Nikud), are able to read and have a basic vocabulary. This course is perfect for those who want to read more fluently, expand their vocabulary and improve their pronunciation. You'll also gain more confidence in speaking, understanding sentence structures better and improving your listening comprehension. (It roughly corresponds to lessons 1-7) The course will be taught in English. You need English level A2-B1.

The Hiragana script was introduced. This course offers you the opportunity to learn how to read and write Katakana letters. You will also develop the ability to speak and construct basic sentences in Japanese. The course will be taught in English. You need English level A2-B1.

Writing does not begin on the page - it begins in the heart, palms, eyes, ears, nose, toes, belly, and in the hairs at the back of your neck. It is an intimate, lovely, and often surprising way of being and breathing in the world. This workshop is an exploratory celebration of the dance between your writing and your life. In the warmth of a group, we will tap into our senses, our natural sense of curiosity and play, and explore the unknown wilds of both our memories and imaginations.

In honour of Jane Austen's 250th birthday, we will discuss three of her novels in this course (first session: Northanger Abbey; second session: Pride and Prejudice; third session: Persuasion). We will also look at the historical, cultural and literary background to her work, talk about various film versions and adaptations such as Bridget Jones's Diary, and discuss why Jane Austen remains so popular, not only as a classic of English literature, but also in popular culture.

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. <a href="https://www.mvhs.de/kurse/mensch-politik-gesellschaft/politik-gesellschaft/medien-netzpolitik/debattieren-lernen-seminar-zur-politischen-debatte-460-C-V110214">This course will set part in german as well - you can find it here.</a>