Language Tandems
Would you like to improve your foreign language skills and meet new people? Would you like to work on your pronunciation with native-speaking students? But you haven't found the right language partners yet? Then you've come to the right place.
In a language tandem, students help each other improve their language level based on an online database that matches you with your partner. You can find all the important information below.
- 1) When and at what language level should a student consider participating in a language tandem?Hide
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In general, a language tandem is the ideal complement to our language courses. However, before you start with the language tandem, you should have completed a basic course in that chosen language.
- 2) How does a tandem work?Hide
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In a language tandem, two students who want to learn each other's language meet. These tandem partners meet regularly and support each other.
You have never done a language tandem before? No problem! You can find all the important information in our guide, and of course you can also get advice in the Language Lounge.
- 3) Where can I register for a language tandem?Hide
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The tandem pairs are arranged online via the matching platform called Matorix. To do so, simply click here. Registration is free and only takes a few minutes. If you have problems registering, our explanatory video can certainly help you. You can find it here.
- 4) According to which criteria are the tandem partners chosen?Hide
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The software identifies suitable tandem partners according to desired language and current language level, desired gender and available time slot(s). Other information is also included if several possible tandems have been identified.
- 5) Do I get ECTS points for an active language tandem?Hide
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Unfortunately, students cannot be awarded ECTS credit for participation in the tandem programme unless they are part of an exchange programme. However, students can receive a certificate as shown below:
- Language course for German as a foreign language `Tandem Intercultural Mediation´: International students can receive 2 ECTS for participating in this course. Your language tandem is part of the course and the course credit.
- Certificate in Intercultural Mediation: Participation in the language tandem can be part of a certificate. If you want to collect points for the certificate, click on `Yes´ when asked and document the meetings in the learning diary.
- 6) How can I document my learning progress?Hide
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We have developed a learning diary for this purpose. You can download it here.
- 7) Are there worksheets for a language tandem?Hide
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If you need a plan or talking points for your language tandem, you will find learning materials for a successful language tandem on the Seagull site. Of course, you can also get advice in the Language Lounge.
- 8) How can I start with a new tandem?Hide
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You are not happy with the tandem placement proposal? Would you like to start another language tandem? Then please contact the Language Lounge.
Do you have any questions?
Contact: jelena.mijajlovic@uni-bayreuth.de
Phone: 0921/553585
Office: Building GW I, Basement U.19
Opening hours in summer semester 2024:
Monday - Friday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.