UNIcert®
The Department of General and Interdisciplinary Studies offers students enrolled at Munich University of Applied Sciences a variety of UNIcert® language certificates.
General Information
- UNIcert® is an international system of certification for various languages studied in a university context
- Students participating in the programme also learn about the culture surrounding the target language, and thus acquire both language skills and intercultural competences that are beneficial to their studies, internships, and future career.
- The UNIcert® levels are in line with the levels laid down in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages of the European Council
- Students who have completed the programme are better prepared for a successful internship or study abroad.
- The certificate enhances the mobility and competitiveness of candidates in today’s globalised job market.
UNIcert® certificates are currently being offered at over 60 universities.
| Levels | Educational Objectives | Languages |
|---|---|---|
| UNIcert® Basic (A2) - 12 SWS | Acquisition of basic general language and intercultural communicative competence | Chinese, Japanese, German as a Foreign Language |
| UNIcert® Basic (A2) - 10 SWS | Acquisition of basic general language and intercultural communicative competence | Russian |
| UNIcert® Level I (B1) - 12 SWS | Ability to linguistically cope with simple situations of university or professional life | French, Italian, Spanish |
| UNIcert® Level I (B1) - 16 SWS | Ability to linguistically cope with simple situations of university or professional life | German as a Foreign Language |
| UNIcert® Level II (B2) - 8 SWS | Ability to linguistically cope with discipline-specific, professional and culturally specific situations | French, Italian, Spanish |
| UNIcert® Level II (B2) - 4 SWS | Ability to linguistically cope with discipline-specific, professional and culturally specific situations | Russian and Turkish as a heritage language |
| UNIcert® Level III (C1) - 8SWS | Advanced general and business language as well as intercultural competence | Intercultural Business English |
- Students can take UNIcert® courses as electives (see electives courses sign up) or audit them (optional general electives, in this case, sign up directly with the teacher on the first day of class). Students can sign up online for examinations – please refer to "sign up period").
- In order to maintain consistency and unity of UNIcert® classes, you can only add or drop these classes within the two weeks after classes have begun (an exception can be granted for the third week if a legitimate reason is given).
- Students from certain departments are not allowed to take certain UNIcert® courses. For further information, please see this link.
| Language | Contact |
|---|---|
| Chinese | Prieto Peral |
| English | Brandstetter /Järvenpää /Sinn |
| German as a foreign language | Jandok |
| French | Bresoli |
| Italian | Prieto Peral |
| Japanese | Prieto Peral |
| Portuguese | Prieto Peral |
| Russian | Prieto Peral |
| Spanish | Prieto Peral /Minera Reyna |
| Turkish | Prieto Peral |
UNIcert® Basic (A2)
Languages:
Chinese, Japanese, Russian, German as a Foreign Language
The objectives:
- To acquire a basic foundation of general language skills and intercultural competence. Students should be able to handle basic situations in daily life or at work.
- This level comprises three courses that build on each other.
Examinations and certificate:
- There is a 60-minute written exam at the end of each course
- An oral examination of 20 minutes takes place at the end of the last lesson (up to two candidates will be tested at the same time).
- Students can register online for the examination in the same period as the optional general elective exam sign up.
- Students who successfully complete all required courses and the oral examination will receive the UNIcert® basic certificate.
- Students must maintain an attendance level of at least 80% in all UNIcert® classes to be eligible to take the exam.
UNIcert® Level I (B1)
Languages:
French, Italian, Spanish, German as a Foreign Language
The objectives:
- To acquire a basic foundation of general language skills and intercultural competence. Students should be able to handle basic situations in daily life or at work
- This level comprises of three courses that build on each other
- Students must maintain an attendance level of at least 80% in all UNIcert® classes to be eligible to take the exam.
Examinations and certificate:
- There is a 60-minute written exam at the end of each course
- An oral examination of 20 minutes takes place at the end of the last lesson (up to two candidates will be tested at the same time).
- Students can register online for the examination in the same period as the optional general elective exam sign up.
UNIcert® Level II (B2)
Languages:
French, Italian, Spanish, Russian and Turkish as heritage languages
The objectives:
- To improve general language skills and cultural competence.
- To become familiar with current cultural and business issues.
- To acquire language skills necessary to cope with work, cultural or specific situations.
Examinations and certificate:
- There is a 60-minute written exam at the end of each course
- An oral examination of 25 minutes takes place at the end of the last lesson (up to two candidates will be tested at the same time).
- Students can register online for the examination in the same period as the optional general elective exam sign up.
- Students who successfully complete all required courses and the oral examination will receive the UNIcert® Level II certificate.
UNIcert® Level III (C1)
Language:
Intercultural Business English
Courses are at the upper intermediate level.
Examinations and certificate
- There is a 60-minute written exam at the end of each course.
- Upon completion of all three required courses students are eligible to take the UNIcert® III examination, which comprises a reading, writing and listening section of 160 minutes and an oral examination of 40 minutes.
- Students can register for the examination online in the same period as the optional general elective exam sign up.
- Students who successfully complete all required courses and the UNIcert® examinations will receive the UNIcert® Level III certificate.