Düsseldorf, the capital of North Rhine-Westphalia, is a centre for fashion, advertising and international trade. With the luxury shops of the Königsallee, the cafés of the Altstadt and Germany's largest Japanese community, it offers a cosmopolitan yet manageable lifestyle.
Some of the language schools NGGlobal offers in Düsseldorf:
Language schools in Cologne are also about 30 minutes away by train.
Short programs last 1-4 weeks, while long-term programs run from 12 weeks to a year. German levels go from A1 to C2, and on an intensive course you should allow about two months per level.
Language school fees in Düsseldorf depend on course intensity, the type of school and the length of your booking. The weekly price falls for longer bookings, and extra discounts apply for early bookings and off-season dates. Applying through NGGlobal lets you compare the schools' current offers in one place.
Language schools do not require a diploma or any prior knowledge of the language. After you complete the enrolment form and pay the deposit, the school sends you a booking confirmation and, if needed, a letter of acceptance for your visa. Junior programs require parental consent.
June to August is the busiest time for both courses and accommodation, so booking early pays off. In autumn and winter, classes are quieter and prices are usually lower.
Turkish citizens apply for a Schengen visa for courses of up to 90 days, and for a national (type D) language course visa for courses longer than 90 days. For the national visa, the course must have at least 18 lessons a week. You will need the school's letter of acceptance, proof of payment, health insurance and proof of sufficient funds.
The national language course visa allows you to work up to 20 hours a week. This is a good way to cover part of your living costs and practise your German at work. Short-term Schengen visas do not include permission to work.
Trade fairs, retail and the hotel industry offer part-time work for students in Düsseldorf.
Accommodation prices rise during major trade fairs in Düsseldorf, so booking ahead saves money.
Living costs in Düsseldorf are similar to Cologne and lower than in Munich. The city's central layout keeps transport costs down.
In Düsseldorf, Rheinbahn runs the U-Bahn, trams and buses across the city. The €63 monthly Deutschlandticket is also valid on regional trains.
Düsseldorf has a mild climate, with gentle winters and warm summers. Rain is possible all year.
Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) has direct flights from many Turkish cities, including Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir and Antalya; the flight from Istanbul takes about 3 hours. The airport is 10-15 minutes from the city centre by train.
Düsseldorf is 2 hours behind Turkey in winter and 1 hour behind during daylight saving time (late March to late October).
NGGlobal advisers give students planning a language course in Düsseldorf free support with comparing schools, getting price quotes, arranging accommodation and preparing visa documents.
Yes. North Rhine-Westphalia has one of the largest Turkish populations in Germany, which makes settling in easier.
Yes. Cologne, Essen and Dortmund are 30 minutes to an hour away by train, and the Netherlands is close too.
Yes. Schools offer homestay, residence and student house options, and NGGlobal arranges your accommodation together with your enrolment.
No. Schools run beginner courses, and a placement test on your first day puts you in the right class.
On a national language course visa you can work up to 20 hours a week; working is not possible on a Schengen visa.
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