Intensive German emphasizes how to converse in German as well as how to read and write in German. Students in the intensive German program practice their speaking skills on one another and immerse themselves in classic German literature in order to better grasp the language.

Requirements for the PhD program often involve the student having already obtained a Master’s degree. Additionally, a thesis or dissertation primarily consisting of original academic research must be submitted. In some countries, this work may even need to be defended in front of a panel.