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Published on 30. July 2025
Category Allgemein

Let’s Talk About It – Research, Language, Community

Let’s Talk About It – Research, Language, Community

Are you an international doctoral researcher at the BGHS and would like to learn how to talk about your research in German? Then the study group “Let’s Talk About It – Research, Language, Community” in the winter semester 2025/26 is just right for you!

In a relaxed atmosphere and without any pressure to perform, we will practice presenting our projects in German, formulating questions, and having lively discussions – regardless of language level. Mistakes are explicitly welcome, as no one in the group is a native speaker – not even the facilitators!

We started this group in the summer semester of 2025. Although we were only a few participants, we had a great time – so we’re bringing it back in winter semester 2025/26! We’re inviting even more international doctoral researchers to join us.

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(Copyright: Olivia Whelan)


What do participants say?
"I have the chance to present my research in German. The atmosphere is very pleas-ant, so I’m not afraid of making mistakes."
"We always start by talking for 10–15 minutes about what we’ve been doing over the past two weeks. That makes the group feel more relaxed."
"I really liked the overall concept. Everyone was respectful and patient."
"I definitely feel more confident speaking about my research in German."

Whether you’re already fluent or just starting out – you are warmly welcome. We want to grow together, support each other, and explore German as a working language – with courage, joy, and calm.

What to expect:
  • A safe space to speak German without pressure
  • Exchange about your research and other topics
  • A supportive, collegial atmosphere A personal start to each session: we begin with a relaxed recap of the past few weeks
  • And maybe even some creative ideas like short films or thematic discussions
Join us!

Meet people like you, try something new – and experience how exciting and rewarding it can be to speak German with international colleagues at the BGHS.
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