The growing interest in the German language is driven by the economic power of the countries where it is spoken, as well as by their political influence, their leadership in the field of technology, their attractive education system, and their participation in international information exchange and tourism.
Why study German?
After English, German is the most widely used language in the scientific and technological world. If you're interested in working or studying in the field of science and technology, learning German will be a valuable asset.
In total, 22 Nobel laureates in Physics, 30 in Chemistry, and 25 in Medicine are scientists from the three major German-speaking countries. Knowing German is of enormous importance for students interested in these fields.
Germany is the economic leader of the European Union and one of the world’s leading economies. Communicating with German partners in their native language will give you an edge over your competitors and allow you to establish more effective channels of communication.
With German companies such as Daimler, BASF, Bayer, BMW, Nivea, Bosch, Volkswagen, and Siemens, learning German is becoming a smart career move and an excellent use of your time.
Writers such as Friedrich Nietzsche and Franz Kafka wrote in German. I discovered the joy of reading their works in their original language, as well as the theories of the scientist Albert Einstein in his native tongue.
German Culture Around the World
From a young age, German culture has shaped us without us even realizing it.
Stories such as Cinderella, The Pied Piper of Hamelin, and Little Red Riding Hood all have German origins.
World-famous classical composers such as Beethoven, Wagner, and Bach were all of German origin.
Learn German
German isn't an easy language, but once you've mastered even a little of it, the sense of accomplishment is unmatched.
If you're the kind of person who likes to give it your all, learn German and you'll feel proud of your own progress.
Universidad ORT Uruguay cooperation agreements with German institutions, so learning German will give you access to them and allow you to make the most of the experience.
When you arrive in Germany, having a sufficient level of German makes your life much easier and helps you integrate much more quickly.
Some people think that having a good command of English is enough and that they can learn German once they’ve settled in the country. This is a mistake, since the initial difficulty with the language leads to frustration and problems with integration.
Institution offering the courses
The German courses offered at Universidad ORT Uruguay organized by the Goethe-Institut in accordance with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
The Goethe-Institut is the official center in Uruguay for preparing for and taking a wide range of German language exams.
Courses
These are the courses offered by the Goethe-Institut.
15% discount for students, graduates, and staff members of Universidad ORT Uruguay.
For more information and registration: cursos-montevideo@goethe.de