Essen. 4 min from the main station
New integration courses and exams every week. Mornings, afternoons and evenings.
Monday to Wednesday: 08:30 to 19:00
Thursday and Friday: 08:30 to 16:00
Saturday and Sunday: Closed
An der Reichsbank 8, 45127 Essen
3rd floor
4 min walk from Essen main station
Offered courses
We'll find the right integration course for you.
General integration course
You can read and write in the Latin alphabet (A–Z). Maybe you’ve studied or don’t need extra support learning German. This is the standard path to B1.
Limited literacy course
Perfect if it’s been years since you were in school or if your education was interrupted. Refresh your learning skills while learning German at a slower pace.
Literacy course
You are new to reading and writing with Latin letters (A–Z). We start with the alphabet and build your German language skills from the ground up.
Next available integration courses in Essen
Morning, afternoon or evening. 3–5 days per week. Full-time or part-time.
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Offered exams
Take your DTZ, LiD or telc exam with us in Düsseldorf or Essen.
DTZ Exam
Proves your A2 or B1 level for residence requirements. Tests speaking, listening, reading and writing.
LiD Test
The “Life in Germany” test. 33 questions about German laws, culture and society. Required for permanent residence and naturalization.
telc B1 exam
You didn’t take an integration course? Prove your B1 proficiency with the telc B1 exam. Officially recognized by government agencies, universities and workplaces.
Next available exams in Essen
New exam dates published every week.
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Ready to book? Here's how it works
DTZ and LiD exams require in-person registration with ID verification. Come to either location during office hours. It only takes 10 minutes.
Your questions. Answered.
Here's what most people want to know before signing up.
Booking ahead is best. But you're welcome to walk in during opening hours — you might just have to wait a bit.
We don't have our own parking. But there's (paid) street parking and several parking garages nearby.
4 minutes from Essen main station. Take the exit towards the city centre (Innenstadt). You‘ll find us on the 3rd floor. Navigate with Google Maps →
Yes, our school is fully wheelchair accessible. Questions about accessibility? Contact us →
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