Integration Courses in Halle
Learn German for everyday life, get to know Germany better and participate more confidently in social and professional life.
The Integration Course at a Glance
The general integration course combines intensive German language learning with important information about life in Germany.
How Is the Integration Course Structured?
The general integration course consists of a language course followed by an orientation course.
Language Course
In the language course, you learn and improve your German. You practise vocabulary, grammar, speaking, listening, reading and writing for typical situations in everyday and professional life.
- Manage everyday situations confidently
- Learn important vocabulary for work and training
- Practise speaking, listening, reading and writing
- Progress step by step towards language level B1
Orientation Course
In the orientation course, you learn about Germany's legal system, history, culture, values, rights and responsibilities as well as social life in Germany.
- State, society and living together
- Rights and responsibilities in Germany
- History, culture and important values
- Practical information for everyday life
The general integration course comprises 700 teaching units in total: 600 units of language training and 100 units of orientation training.
German for Everyday Life
In the integration course, you learn German through situations that you regularly encounter in everyday life.
Everyday Life & Housing
Learn how to communicate when shopping, looking for accommodation and in many other everyday situations.
Work & Career
Learn important vocabulary for the workplace and practise understanding applications and professional conversations.
Health & Public Authorities
Practise German for medical appointments, forms, appointments and communication with public authorities.
Placement Before the Course Starts
Before you begin your integration course, we carry out a placement test with you.
The result shows your current German language level and helps determine the most suitable course module for you.
How Can I Take Part?
To register, you generally need an entitlement or obligation to participate in an integration course.
Check Eligibility
Check whether you already have an entitlement or obligation to participate.
Contact Us
Contact us with your documents and proof of entitlement.
Placement
We determine your existing German language skills and the appropriate module.
Start Your Course
We then help you find a suitable integration course.
New application option since August 2026
Since 1 August 2026, certain groups of people can once again apply for admission to an integration course.
This application option applies in particular to:
- persons with a residence permit according to § 24 AufenthG
- certain German citizens
- certain EU citizens
- certain family members
The application must be submitted in full in order to be processed. Applications are processed by the BAMF after they have been received.
Please note that admission to an integration course also depends on the availability of course places.
Are you unsure whether you can apply or do you need help with your application? Contact us and we will be happy to advise you on the next steps.
Costs and Funding
Depending on your individual situation, participation may be free of charge or a contribution towards the course costs may apply.
Standard Contribution
Participants who are required to contribute currently pay €2.29 per teaching unit. A course section of 100 units therefore costs €229.
Exemption from Course Costs
Under certain conditions, an exemption from the course contribution can be requested pursuant to § 9 para. 2 IntV, for example when receiving certain social benefits or in cases of financial need.
Reimbursement of 50% of Your Contribution
If you successfully complete the integration course within the applicable statutory period and have paid your own contribution, you may apply to BAMF for reimbursement of 50% of the amount paid.
The legal basis is § 9 para. 6 of the Integration Course Ordinance (IntV).
How Does the Integration Course End?
The integration course includes two final tests.
German Test for Immigrants
At the end of the language course, you take the German Test for Immigrants (DTZ). The target level of the general integration course is B1.
Life in Germany
The orientation course ends with the “Life in Germany” test. If you successfully complete both final tests, you receive the “Integration Course Certificate”.
Help with Your Application
Applications and formalities relating to the integration course can be difficult to navigate. We are happy to assist you with your application for admission and answer your questions.
Current Integration Courses in Halle
Here you can find our currently planned and ongoing integration courses. Choose between in-person classes in Halle and online courses.
In-Person Integration Courses
Learn German together with other participants in our classrooms in Halle.
Online Integration Courses
When online integration courses are available again, the current course dates will automatically appear here.
Would you like to view all dates and further course information in our course catalogue?
View All Integration CoursesQuestions About the Integration Course?
Our contact persons will be happy to help you with questions about registration, eligibility, placement and the organisation of your integration course.
Bärbel Klopp
Sylke Peuschel
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View our current courses or contact us to discuss your eligibility, placement and the right starting date for your course.
