Contact
Tandem-Office
Studierendenhaus (SH) 2/211
Tel +49 (0)234 32-25189
zfa-tandem@rub.de
Office hours
Please note:
To register for the tandem program, you need to have at least an A2 level of language proficency according to (CEFRL) in your target language. To obtain Credit Points, you need to have at least an B1 level of language proficiency in your target language.
Tandem Arranging Service
You can register for a tandem partnership here: Registration Form
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to attend the introductory session?
Yes, the introductory session is obligatory. The session is offered every Tuesday from 3 to 4 pm and every Thursday from 10 to 11 am. Please register for one of these two dates at least 24 hours in advance by email. The link to be meeting room will then be sent to you.
Do I have to take a language proficiency test?
No. However, if you want to obtain credit points for your tandem, you must have a language level of at least B1 (CEFR) in the target language and provide proof of this at the start of the tandem.
How long does it take until I get a tandem partner?
How quickly we find a tandem partner for you always depends on the supply and demand of the respective language. As a general rule, the earlier in the semester you register, the more likely it is that we can find a suitable tandem partner for you.
Can I register for several languages?
Yes, this is possible. Please fill out the registration form several times and indicate the desired target language for each registration.
Can I learn the same target language with several tandem partners?
Yes, this is possible as long as enough potential tandem partners register with us. You must complete a registration form for each tandem partner you would like to learn with.
How much time should I invest in a tandem?
Ideally, you should have time to meet with your tandem partner at least once a week for about two hours.
When do I have to decide whether I would like to obtain credit points or not?
In principle, you should have decided on this question at the beginning of the semester. As crediting involves an extensive workload, a decision at a later date requires a case-by-case assessment. In this case, please contact Ms. Enke Spänkuch.
