Good to know
Good to know
- Our courses are designed for learners of German as a second or foreign language.
- Each lesson lasts 45 minutes.
- Registration following the application deadline is only possible in exceptional cases.
- Course materials are not included in the course fee. These materials cost around CHF 50 per semester.
- General terms and conditions for our German courses
Early booking discount of 5% for follow-up courses
If you pass the ZHAW final examination at a particular level, you can register for a follow-up course without having to take another placement test. If you register by ((add date)), you can take advantage of a 5% discount on the course price. Should you have any questions, please contact our administrative office:
What you need to participate in our online courses
- A computer with a webcam/camera and a headset/microphone (smartphones or tablets are not suitable)
- An up-to-date browser (Firefox, Chrome or Edge)
- A stable internet connection
- A quiet place to follow the lessons
Semester dates
| Semester: | Date: | Duration: | Holidays: | Days without lessons: |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester 2025/2026 |
15 September 2025 – 16 January 2026 |
15 weeks |
13. – 17.10.2025 20.12.2025 – 4.1.2026 |
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| Spring Semester 2026 |
9 March – 19 June 2026 |
15 weeks |
Good Friday: 3 April 2026 Easter Monday: 6 April 2026 Labour day: 1 May 2026 Ascension Day: 14 June 2026 Whit Monday: 26 June 2026 |
Locations
Winterthur
Winterthur, ZHAW, Building SM
Theaterstrasse 15c
8401 Winterthur
