Bochum Language Center
Address:
Dr.-Ruer-Platz 4
44784 Bochum, Nordrhein-Westfalen
Classroom Hours:
- Monday–Friday08:00-20:00
Office Hours:
- Monday–Friday14:00-18:00
Welcome to the Berlitz language school in Bochum
Our language center in Bochum is centrally located, just a few minutes' walk from the main train station – right by the Ruhr University and the Bermuda3Eck, a popular area for culture, food, and social life. Surrounded by cafés, bookshops, and cultural venues like the Schauspielhaus and Planetarium, Berlitz Bochum is part of the city’s vibrant educational and cultural scene. We share our premises with another educational partner to create a collaborative learning environment in the heart of the city. Our native-fluent instructors provide practical, real-life language training while also promoting intercultural understanding – for a truly authentic learning experience.
These are some of the languages you can learn with Berlitz Bochum:
Why you should choose the Berlitz Center in Bochum
- Easy to reach: If you’re driving, you can park at the P2 Dr.-Ruer-Platz or P1 Husemannplatz parking garages. Our center is located directly at Dr.-Ruer-Platz, just a short walk from Bochum main station and the Bochum Rathaus stop, served by tram lines 302 and 310, as well as bus lines 354, 368, 373, and 374.
- Government-funded courses: At Berlitz Bochum, you can take English, German, French, or Spanish courses that are eligible for state funding through an AVGS (Aktivierungs- und Vermittlungsgutschein) or an education voucher (Bildungsgutschein) provided by the Federal Employment Agency or Jobcenter. Get in touch – we’ll gladly advise you on your options!
- Exam preparation courses: Our experienced language instructors know exactly what to expect from exams such as telc, TOEFL, or TOEIC, and can support you with targeted preparation and the right study materials.
Your contact at Berlitz in Bochum
Lina Sophie Hoffmann
Unit Director Wupper/Ruhr
Your contact for all language courses, either directly in the Berlitz Bochum center or in the Online Classroom.
FAQs
How do I know what course level is right for me?
Before your course begins, you can take a free placement test to determine your current language level. This helps us ensure you’ll be placed in a course that matches your needs – so you're neither over- nor underchallenged.
What qualifications do the instructors have?
Most of our instructors are native speakers who are trained according to the standards of the certified DIN ISO 9001 quality management system. They bring national and international teaching experience and solid methodological knowledge to every course.
How is Berlitz instruction different from regular school lessons?
At Berlitz Bochum, you don’t just learn grammar and vocabulary – we also focus on real-life communication and cultural context. Courses include plenty of conversational language and practical situations. You'll speak in your new language from day one, helping you develop a natural feel for it quickly.
Find out more
Contact us today with your questions. We can work together to find the course that’s right for you – with no obligation on your part. Your Berlitz team will contact you shortly.