Language & Literature

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.

Ease yourself into the relaxing world of writing. Arrive with your own ideas or let yourself be inspired by a variety of intriguing impulses provided. At various points in the evening, you will be invited to read what you have written. This course is all about immersing yourself within the freedom and relief of writing -- and doing so within the warm generosity of a group.

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.

Tagalog, auch Filipino genannt, ist die Nationalsprache der Philippinen und wird weltweit von mehr als 130 Millionen Menschen gesprochen. Die Sprache ist bekannt für ihren melodischen Klang und ihre klare Struktur. Von Anfang an lernen Sie Tagalog, aktiv zu sprechen. Ziel ist, sich in einfachen Alltagssituationen sicher verständigen zu können. Sie üben praxisnah Begrüßungen (z. B. Kamusta?), sich Vorstellen und Small Talk sowie Situationen wie Einkaufen oder Essenbestellen im Restaurant. Grundlegende Grammatik wird klar und verständlich eingeführt, um die Sprache besser zu verstehen und eigene einfache Sätze bilden zu können. Der Kurs wird auf Englisch (A2/B1-Niveau) und Tagalog durchgeführt und richtet sich an absolute Anfänger*innen ohne Vorkenntnisse. *** Tagalog, also known as Filipino, is the national language of the Philippines and is spoken by more than 130 million people worldwide, known for its melodic sound and clear structure. From the beginning, you will learn to speak Tagalog actively, with the aim of communicating confidently in simple everyday situations. You will practice greetings (e.g. Kamusta?), introducing yourself, small talk, shopping, and ordering food in a restaurant through practical, interactive activities. Basic grammar is introduced in a clear and accessible way to help you understand how the language works and form your own simple sentences. The course is taught in English (A2/B1 level) and Tagalog is suitable for absolute beginners with no prior knowledge.

The Hiragana and Katakana script were introduced. You will also develop the ability to speak and construct basic sentences in Japanese.

An online workshop for free-spirited writerly wanderers. An interplay of poetic passages, evocative prompts and sublime sharing will help you breathe life into the precious and deeply personal realm of your own writing. "Give me one lonely hour to hymn the setting day." (William Cullen Bryant)

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.

This course will be taught in English. You need English level A2-B1.

CELTA, Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, is an internationally recognised initial qualification for English language teaching to adults. CELTA blended learning courses are suitable for people who have other commitments during the week or live outside of Munich and therefore do not have time to complete an intensive course. For further information and to apply please visit www.mvhs.de/celta.

Are you interested in Irish culture, music and history? Have you ever been to Ireland and wondered at the bilingual signs? Then MVHS invites you to the introductory course in Irish. In this course, you will learn how to exchange greetings and personal information and get familiar with the unique spelling and pronunciation of the Irish language. Part of each lesson is also devoted to the history of the language and its significance for today’s Irish society. The instruction will be held entirely in English. You need English skills at level B1.

This course introduces you to different aspects of creative writing: character, setting, dialogue, genre, point-of-view, poetry and more – fun and playful exercises to encourage the inner writer to fly. We’ll work inside the classroom and outside in nature. We’ll write, review, read out, share, listen and watch. Each week we'll try something new, something a little bit different: strong verbs, fanciful conversations, unexpected delights.

This workshop involves meeting on a Saturday in order to write deeply, freely, and personally, then gathering (one week later) on the next Saturday with the fullness of our bodies and voices to learn how to bring those words to life. Together we will then design a Live Reading with subtle performative and atmospheric elements to make for a whole and wondrous experience for an audience on Sunday.

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