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| ZD - Zertifikat Deutsch | ||||
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The Zertifikat Deutsch is awarded to students who demonstrate a solid grasp of day-to-day German and are able to overcome the difficulties presented by daily communication in the German language. Zertifikat Deutsch is the German intermediate level examination that tests your basic knowledge of grammatical structures and your ability to communicate in all 4 skills (Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking) For enrolment at a German or Swiss university or a Polytechnic, or as proof of proficiency in German for professional reasons, this well-known certificate is accepted almost universally. The LSI course carefully prepares you for the examination and improves all areas of your German. The entry requirement for the course is school level German. |
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| dates&prices: German |
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exam dates: January, July, September |
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course |
start |
weeks |
times |
lessons/week |
day |
April/June/October |
12 |
09:00-15:00 |
30 |
evening |
January/May/November |
30 |
18:00-20:30 |
3 |
| ZMP - Zentrale Mittelstufenprüfung | ||||
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The Zentrale Mittelstufenprüfung (ZMP) is the first advanced level examination in German. Passing this examination shows you have a very good understanding of the German language are able to tackle standard German as well as a variety of dialects. Your written skills are as good as your spoken skills, which is why many universities and vocational colleges set this examination as an official entrance requirement. The ZMP tests the candidate’s ability to use German in a wide variety of work and social situations. The LSI preparation course will give you a broad knowledge of the language, and help you develop the specific exam techniques required. |
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| dates&prices: German |
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exam dates: January, July, September |
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course |
start |
weeks |
times |
lessons/week |
day |
April/June/October |
12 |
09:00-15:00 |
30 |
evening |
January/May/November |
30 |
18:00-20:30 |
3 |
| ZOP - Zentrale Oberstufenprüfung | ||||
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The Zentralen Oberstufenprüfung certifies proficiency level German in speaking as well as in writing. Main focus lies on sophisticating your language skills. |
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| dates&prices: German |
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exam dates: January, July, September |
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course |
start |
weeks |
times |
lessons/week |
evening |
January/May/November |
30 |
18:00-20:30 |
3 |
| FCE - First Certificate in English | ||||
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First Certificate is the most popular of the Cambridge examinations, and can lead to new opportunities professionally and in further education. Our courses are designed to prepare you for all 5 parts of the exam (reading, writing, speaking, listening and grammar), and to let you sit the exam with confidence. |
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| dates&prices: English |
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exam dates: March, June, December |
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course |
start |
weeks |
times |
lessons/week |
evening |
February/August/November |
15 |
18:00-20:30 |
6 |
evening |
April |
30 |
18:00-20:30 |
3 |
evening |
August/September |
25 |
18:00-20:30 |
3 |
evening |
October/November |
30 |
18:00-20:30 |
3 |
| CAE - Certificate in Advanced English | ||||
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This examination is intended for people who have a good knowledge of English and who need to use the language at work. In this examination, practical use of language is stressed, such as skim reading reports for important information, writing memos for colleagues, or more formal business correspondence. The CAE is the Cambridge Certificate which has developed the fastest, and is already accepted in many countries as proof of an advanced level of competence in English. |
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| dates&prices: English |
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exam dates: March, June, December |
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course |
start |
weeks |
times |
lessons/week |
evening |
March/August/November |
15 |
18:00-20:30 |
6 |
evening |
March/April |
30 |
18:00-20:30 |
3 |
evening |
September |
25 |
18:00-20:30 |
3 |
evening |
October/November |
30 |
18:00-20:30 |
3 |
| CPE - Certificate of Proficiency in English | ||||
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This examination is the most famous, the oldest, and also the most demanding. This course is meant for students who already have a high level of proficiency in English. The CPE meets the admission requirements of many British universities and is highly regarded by companies and institutions. |
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| dates&prices: English |
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exam dates: June, December |
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course |
start |
weeks |
times |
lessons/week |
evening |
February/August |
15 |
18:00-20:30 |
6 |
evening |
April |
30 |
18:00-20:30 |
3 |
evening |
October |
30 |
18:00-20:30 |
3 |
| BEC - Business English Certificates | ||||
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The Business English Certificates are a suite of three examinations (Preliminary, Vantage and Higher) designed to test English language ability used in the context of business. They are suitable for students who are either preparing for a career in business or already in work. |
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| dates&prices: English |
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exam dates: March, June, December |
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course |
start |
weeks |
times |
lessons/week |
EVE Vantage |
March/July/October |
30 |
18:00-20:30 |
3 |
EVE Higher |
March/July/September |
30 |
18:00-20:30 |
3 |
| DELF Niveau 1 & Niveau 2 | ||||
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This certificate is recognised by the French Ministry for Education and demonstrates your skills in the French language. You will develop your knowledge and confidence with French and prepare for the exam using exercises similar to those which you will encounter in the test. School level French is the minimum requirement for participation in this LSI examination course. |
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| dates & prices: French |
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course |
start |
weeks |
times |
lessons/week |
evening |
January |
20 |
17:45-19:15 oder 19:20-21:00 |
2 |
evening |
June |
20 |
17:45-19:15 oder 19:20-21:00 |
2 |
| DALF (B1-B4) | ||||
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DALF is a higher French diploma, which consists of four entities (B1–B4) . DALF is structured the same way as DELF. The diploma issued by the French department of education grants people access to a French university without an additional language test. |
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| dates & prices: French |
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exam dates: March, September |
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course |
start |
weeks |
times |
lessons/week |
evening |
June |
30 |
18:00-20:30 |
3 |
| CELI 1 | ||||
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A2-level |
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| dates & prices: Italian |
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exam dates: June, November |
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course |
start |
weeks |
times |
lessons/week |
evening |
January/June |
20 |
18:00-20:30 |
3 |
| CELI 2 | ||||
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B1-level |
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| dates & prices: Italian |
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exam dates: June, November |
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course |
start |
weeks |
times |
lessons/week |
evening |
January/June |
20 |
18:00-20:30 |
3 |
| CELI 3 | ||||
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B2-level |
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| dates & prices: Italian |
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exam dates: June, November |
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course |
start |
weeks |
times |
lessons/week |
evening |
January/June |
20 |
18:00-20:30 |
3 |
| CELI 4 | ||||
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C1-level |
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| dates & prices: Italian |
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exam dates: June, November |
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course |
start |
weeks |
times |
lessons/week |
evening |
March |
30 |
18:00-20:30 |
3 |
| CELI 5 | ||||
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C2-level |
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| dates & prices: Italian |
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exam dates: June, November |
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course |
start |
weeks |
times |
lessons/week |
evening |
March |
30 |
18:00-20:30 |
3 |
The DELE, accepted by the Spanish Ministry for Education, is subdivided into three levels: Inicial, Basico and Superior. These diplomas are highly regarded in the Spanish speaking world and are often a prerequisite for employment, further education or enrolment at a university. LSI Zurich offers carefully planned examination courses for the Basico and Superior courses, to prepare you for the examination. Sample papers are available to help you practice your exam technique. To join the Diploma Basico course an intermediate level is required, upper intermediate is needed for the Diploma Superior course.
| DELE Inicial | ||||
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B1-level |
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| dates & prices: Spanisch |
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exam dates: May, November |
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course |
start |
weeks |
times |
lessons/week |
evening |
June/December |
20 |
18:00-20:30 |
3 |
| DELE Intermedio | ||||
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B2-level |
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| dates & prices: Spanisch |
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exam dates: May, November |
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course |
start |
weeks |
times |
lessons/week |
evening |
June/December |
20 |
18:00-20:30 |
3 |
| DELE Superior | ||||
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C2-level |
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| dates & prices: Spanisch |
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exam dates: May, November |
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course |
start |
weeks |
times |
lessons/week |
evening |
March/September |
30 |
18:00-20:30 |
3 |