German course at the DA
Vienna panorama
Dorm room at the DA
DA campus in summer

Summer Course for German Language and Culture in Austria

The Diplomatische Akademie Wien (DA) - Vienna School of International Studies offers intensive German classes for learners of all levels – from beginners to advanced, everybody can find a course suitable to their individual requirements. Classes are taught in small groups by a team of highly experienced trainers specially qualified for teaching “German as a Foreign Language”. By means of creative language learning, research projects and leisure activities, students discover Austria in all its many facets as well as learning new language skills. Lectures and excursions add a unique touch to the course and enable participants to learn about Austrian politics, history, society and culture.

Summer Course Key Facts

Target group: Students and professionals and all those who want to learn German and know more about Austrian politics, history, society and culture (minimum age: 18)

Duration: 4-22 August 2025 (3 weeks)

Application open: January 2025

options AND COURSE FEES 2025

Option 1: Language course
EUR 2,570
Language classes incl. teaching materials, lectures, research projects, creative language learning, excursions and leisure activities

Option 2: Language course plus lunch
EUR 2,825
Language classes incl. teaching materials, lectures, research projects, creative language learning, excursions, leisure activities and lunch on class days (free soft drinks and coffee)

Option 3: Language course plus accommodation, breakfast and lunch
EUR 3,965
Language classes incl. teaching materials, lectures, research projects, creative language learning, excursions, leisure activities, lunch on class days (free soft drinks and coffee) and accommodation (includes breakfast)

The DA reserves the right to retain a non-refundable processing fee of EUR 200.

Early Bird Discount
A 3% early bird discount will be granted for payment of the full fee by 10 February 2025.

Discount for Admitted Students of the Vienna School of International Studies
Admitted students for the 2025-26 academic year will receive a 10% discount upon request.