Programme in English

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 take part in German as well - you can find it here.</a>

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.

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.&nbsp;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&nbsp;improving your listening comprehension. (It roughly corresponds to lessons 1-7) The course will be taught in English. You need English&nbsp;level&nbsp;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.&nbsp;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&nbsp;improving your listening comprehension. (It roughly corresponds to lessons 1-7) The course will be taught in English. You need English&nbsp;level&nbsp;A2-B1.

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&nbsp;level&nbsp;A2-B1.

In this course, you will have opportunities to experience some of the wonderful techniques used to help actors move and speak with clarity and radiance. You will explore how to "tune your instrument", your voice and your body, in order to feel more at home with yourself, more centered, free and powerful. You will enjoy exercises in mindful breathing, listening and connecting to others, as well as grasping and expressing the power of words. Finally, the delightful and spontaneous art of improvisation will top off your day with laughter and play.

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.

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.

Interested in getting more input and ideas on your portfolio in English and German when applying for jobs in Munich and Germany? Here is your free online coaching with tips and tricks on how to best put together your portfolio and write a topnotch cover letter for the job you would like to apply for. We will discuss structure and content, chronology and key factors for the presentation of hard skills and soft skills matching requirements in the German job market. Using AI will be a topic as well as useful sources for job offers and a structured approach to tailor your cover letter and portfolio. This workshop takes place as part of a cooperation project with the Goethe Institute Munich - for further information see https://www.goethe.de/ins/de/de/ver.cfm?event_id=26548734

If you enjoy reading and sharing your ideas, come join us! We meet informally approximately every four weeks to discuss novels. Please read the book for every session and bring your thoughts with you. The book club will suit people who enjoy discussing fiction in a group setting. - Samantha Harvey, Orbital (March)&nbsp; - Florence Knapp, The Names&nbsp;(April) - Edith Wharton, The Age of Innocence (May) - Selected Short Stories (June) - Daniel Keyes, Flowers for Algernon (July)

A dynamic yoga style in which the asanas (postures) flow into one another. The breath leads the movement. This intensive yoga practice strengthens the muscles, improves mobility and trains balance. The harmonious sequence of movements connects body, breath and mind. Previous yoga experience is beneficial. Der Unterricht findet auf Englisch statt. Die Dozentin spricht und versteht aber auch Deutsch.

Create your own character, whether it be a hero or a monster! You are interested in comic, manga or anime or you want to use your drawing and painting skills through illustration, computer games or film production? We will look at basic methods of character design as well as proportion, shape, perspective, deformation, body language, expressions, mimics, anatomy and texturing. You will use your skills and imagination to create your own characters: heroes, beauties, cuties, monsters, animals, aliens, machinery – let your imagination run wild.

Are you interested in printmaking but have hesitated to step into the technique until now? Or do you already have some printmaking experience? Here you can gain an insight into relief printmaking. Discover linocut, woodcut as well as monotype, and learn about advanced aspects of these techniques. You will receive individual support to develop your own artwork and have the opportunity to experiment, e.g. by combining various techniques. You will be surprised by the interesting results!

The aim is to develop skills in using pencil and paper and to develop an eye for the essentials. The focus is on depicting basic shapes, proportions, spatiality and hatching. You can work with all classic drawing materials, but also use coloured pencils or watercolours for colourful design. The teacher will guide you individually according to your level of knowledge.

Energy crashes, cravings or trouble concentrating – our blood sugar often plays a bigger role than we realise. In this talk, you’ll discover how to keep your blood sugar levels stable naturally – without dieting or restriction. Learn how nutrition, stress and sleep interact, and how they affect your energy, mood and overall wellbeing. With practical tips and simple strategies for more balance, vitality and focus in everyday life in the office world. Perfect for anyone who wants to understand their body better and take an active role in their health.

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.

Thai-Yoga Massage (TYM) is a full body holistic workout with a very soothing effect. In this workshop you will gain an insight into this beautiful massage form which is performed while fully clothed on a mat on the floor. With full physical involvement the typical techniques for the masseur are, for example, the use of thumb, palm, foot, elbow etc. to relax and stretch the body of the recipient. Course participants are invited to discover the pleasure by both giving and receiving TYM in each massage-sequence.

Improve your observational and technical drawing skills by activating the right side of the brain whilst learning how to draw. 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, the drawing of faces, as well as one’s understanding of perspective. Even beginners can use this method to achieve surprising results.

Find out how to combine various techniques of watercolour, drawing, collage and stencilling to create expressive and colourful artworks. Through practical demonstrations and exercises, you will learn how to quickly sketch using watercolour and pencil, how to plan an image, how to apply various drawing and watercolour techniques, and how to incorporate collage and stencil elements to your work. We focus on developing your own unique approach to creating mixed media images on paper.

What happens in our bodies when we enjoy a glass of wine? In this seminar we’ll explore the fascinating interplay of aroma, acidity, sugar, and tannins, and how they engage our senses, influence our perception, mood, and even digestion. We'll also delve into the pleasure aspect: why wine can leave us feeling warm, tingling, or even euphoric. Along the way, two carefully selected wines will guide our journey, allowing us to experience firsthand how chemistry, sensation, and enjoyment come together in a truly unforgettable experience.

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.

"Everything that was rotten and bad in the Reich fled, as if by magic, to Munich", this is how Lion Feuchtwanger in his novel "Success" characterized the decade after the end of WWI, the time when Munich became the founding city and nerve centre of the Nazi party. On a tour of the historic city centre we explore buildings, streets, squares and memorials witnessing the birth, rise, reign, the crimes and atrocities and the downfall of National Socialism and its legacy as well as the role local authorities and the people of Munich played in it. Vielleicht interessieren Sie in diesem thematischen Zusammenhang auch folgende Veranstaltungen (in deutscher Sprache)?: <a href="https://www.mvhs.de/kurse/460-C- W121060">Münchner Freiheit – mehr als eine Adresse. Orte, Aktionen, Menschen der Freiheitsaktion Bayern (W121060)</a>, geplant für Freitag, den 24. April von 15 bis 17 Uhr, eine Stadtführung von und mit Anette Spieldiener <a href="https://www.mvhs.de/kurse/460-C-W121025">Zeiten der Gewalt: München und die Anschläge auf das jüdische Altersheim, die israelische Olympiamannschaft und das Oktoberfest (1970-1980) (W121025)</a>, geplant für Freitag, den 19. Juli von 10 bis 15.30 Uhr, ein Sonntagsseminar von und mit Gerd Modert <a href="https://www.mvhs.de/kurse/460-C-W121015">Jüdisches Leben in München einst und jetzt (W121015)</a>, geplant für Sonntag, den 9. August von 14 bis 16.30 Uhr, eine Stadtführung von und mit Gerd Modert

Jamaican cuisine is a celebration of bold flavours, blending African, European, and Asian influences into a truly unique taste experience. In this course, you'll discover authentic Jamaican recipes, including the famous "jerk" dishes which give this cuisine its distinctive character. You'll learn how to use traditional spices to recreate the smoky, spicy flavour at home. Join us for an evening of cultural discovery and take your taste buds on a tropical getaway!

Simple, nourishing dishes cooked entirely in one pot where grains, lentils, vegetables, and spices come together to create wholesome vegan and vegetarian comfort food with minimal effort and maximum flavour. Khichdi, India's timeless comfort dish, embodies balance, digestibility, and versatility. Combining lentils and grains, it offers a complete, protein-rich meal that supports gut health and gentle nourishment. Discover how traditional ingredients and simple techniques can create deeply flavourful, nourishing meals in just one pot!

This course is for beginners as well as those who wish to improve their drawing skills and refine their understanding of visual language. Using pencils and charcoal, we will explore fundamental techniques such as proportion, shape, perspective, line weights, shading, and value. Students will develop drawing skills and become confident using the tools of visual expression.

This course aims to provide an overview of German social reality and everyday culture that goes beyond clichés and stereotypes. We will cover a broad range of aspects, from economic and sociological facts to intellectual, religious, and cultural traditions. Of course, we will talk about beer, sausages, football, and Autobahn, but also about less famous aspects like German humour, media, and the education system. We will also explore the things that participants find puzzling in their daily life in Germany. Participation is possible without having attended the previous parts of the course.

Our back plays a crucial role in the stability of our body and spine. Pain is often caused by poor posture, one-sided movements, and lack of exercise. In order to prevent this, the muscles that strengthen the back and improve posture are specifically targeted in the class. These exercises are complemented by mobilization and coordination exercises. The course concludes with an extensive stretching session. This course takes place online using Zoom. An email with the access data will be automatically sent one day before the respective course day at around 6:00 a.m.

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.

Multilingual parenting is a rewarding journey, full of challenges and opportunities. In this talk, we'll explore practical strategies to create a language-rich, nurturing home environment that supports multilingual development. Learn how to confidently plan your family’s language journey, understand the basics of multilingualism and debunk common myths. Join linguist and language trainer Maria Potvin for practical insights and real-life examples that cut through the confusion and help you navigate multilingual parenting with confidence.

Explore basic illustration methods and materials to create colourful and realistic images. Develop skills which will allow you to have a different and unique approach to the text being illustrated, depending on the literary genre and the age of its readers. We will discuss basic design and colour theory and look at some techniques of watercolour and drawing which will give you more control over your image and level of detail. This course is excellent for anyone who is always striving to draw or paint more "realistically".

Discover the various experimental approaches to drawing. Explore your creativity and develop expressive approaches to image making. Through a series of in-class exercises and projects, you will learn to take risks, embrace serendipity, be innovative, work collaboratively, and to employ a range of conventional and non-conventional drawing mediums and tools. The teacher supports you individually on your way.

Do you already have experience in drawing? Now it's time to improve and further develop your knowledge and skills. We will emphasize drawing the human figure - anatomy, body mechanics, dynamic poses, portraiture, facial expressions, psychology, and emotions. We will work again on the basics of drawing, but will add texturing, materiality, and lighting. We will pay close attention to how to create focal points in our pictures, as well as to colour theory and the contribution of colours to visual language.

By making a piece of jewellery (a ring, bracelet, pair of earrings or a pendant), beginner goldsmiths will learn the basic goldsmithing techniques such as soldering, filing and sawing. Intermediate goldsmiths will have the opportunity to learn new techniques by designing and creating their own ideas. In this course we will mainly work with silver. You are welcome to bring your own silver and stones, however, it will be possible to buy silver and a variety of semi-precious stones directly in the workshop.

"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.