Learning | Education A5
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BAMF expands initial orientation courses for asylum seekers
On 18 February 2026, the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (BAMF) announced a significant expansion of its Initial Orientation…
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SWR News Online in Easy-to-Read Language
The public broadcaster Südwestrundfunk (SWR) now offers selected news stories from Baden-Württemberg online in easy-to-read language. The news is now…
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New Opportunities Through Career Counseling
No longer satisfied with your current job? How can you re-enter the workforce? Are there funding programs for continuing education?…
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Language courses in the Tübingen district for children and school pupils
Many schools and organisations in Tübingen and the surrounding area offer German courses for children and young people, some of…
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What to Do About Discrimination at School?
Several refugee parents told tuenews INTERNATIONAL that their children—across all types of schools—are being treated unfairly. What can affected families…
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Voluntary social year in Germany
Anyone who wants to gain initial work experience after school and get involved in society can do a voluntary social…
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Continue learning German after the integration course
Anyone wishing to improve their German can take advantage of free courses in the Tübingen district: The “Volunteer Language Support”…
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Information for refugees in Härten
Refugees have many questions and first need to find their bearings in their new surroundings. The new website of the…
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Support during the transition from school to work
The transition from school to vocational training is a sensitive phase for young people. It often determines their professional future.…
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Fewer people receiving support for integration courses
In 2026, access to state-funded integration courses in Germany was restricted. The Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (BAMF) announced…
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Heavy criticism of decision on integration courses
For financial reasons, voluntary integration courses will no longer be available for an indefinite period. This announcement by the Federal…
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More pupils with a migrant background
The number of pupils with a migrant background in general education schools in Germany has continued to rise. According to…
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Mini Apprenticeship Fair for Young Refugees
On Tuesday, 24 March, a mini apprenticeship fair for adolescents and young adults will take place in Tübingen. It is…
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Useful German for older immigrants
Everyday topics are the focus of a free German course for immigrants of retirement age. It begins on Wednesday, 4…
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Baden-Württemberg offers many educational pathways
Which secondary school is right for our child? This is a question many parents of fourth graders in Baden-Württemberg are…
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Recognition of higher education qualifications in Germany
Anyone who has studied at a foreign university and wants to come to Germany to work often has to have…
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Information for parents about school and education
What is the difference between a vocational school and a comprehensive school? What does it mean to do an “apprenticeship”?…
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Career orientation as a federal volunteer (Bufdi)
Anyone who wants to integrate into German society and gain career orientation can do so through the Federal Volunteer Service…
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Successful language acquisition among refugees arriving in 2015 and 2016
The vast majority of refugees who arrived in Germany in 2015 and 2016 had no knowledge of German. A survey…
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Deutsche Welle: News in 31 languages
Deutsche Welle (DW) publishes news from Germany and around the world on its website. An important advantage of this public…
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Youth Welfare Office: Helping instead of punishing
Some parents cringe at the mention of the Youth Welfare Office. Isn’t that the authority that takes children away from…
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Attending Ukrainian school online
Ukrainian schoolchildren living in Germany can continue to learn according to the Ukrainian curriculum free of charge via the “All-Ukrainian…
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Ukrainian professional qualifications mostly equivalent
More and more Ukrainians in Germany are having their professional qualifications recognised. Almost all of them are assessed as being…
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Training in geriatric care is also possible with a work ban
Refugees who wish to train as geriatric care assistants in Baden-Württemberg do not need a prior work permit. This can…
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Tübingen wants to charge for school childcare in future
Tübingen wants to charge standard fees for school and holiday childcare at all primary schools from the coming school year…
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“Focus on Ukraine” at the University of Tübingen
In the winter semester of 2025/26, the University of Tübingen will continue its series of events entitled “Focus on Ukraine”…
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Recognition of German professional qualifications abroad
German training certificates are not automatically recognised in Arab countries, as each country has its own regulations governing the recognition…
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Further training in many professional fields
Many refugees have been working for a long time. Some would like to further their professional training. A network in…
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Learning German despite visual impairment
By Oleksandr MaishevGermany is a country where language opens doors. It creates job opportunities, facilitates encounters and helps people become…
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Job and training fair for refugees
A job and training fair specifically for refugees will be held on Wednesday, 19 November, in the Festhalle in Rottenburg…
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Funding opportunities for German courses for university studies
The German language is the key to studying and professional success in Germany. That is why universities and authorities in…
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More and more patent applications from immigrants
More and more patents in Germany are being filed by people with foreign roots. This is shown by figures from…
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“Kompass 4” test to be held in November
The “Kompass 4” test for fourth-graders will be held again this year. It will help determine whether a child can…
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Free online advice for parents in six languages
The Baden-Württemberg Parents’ Foundation offers regular free online advice for parents in six languages. Mothers and fathers can ask practical…
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Job and training fair for refugees in Rottenburg
Should you simply look for a job or do an apprenticeship? Young refugees need a lot of information when making…
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Education: Migrants have some catching up to do
Even though there are more and more trainees with a migrant background, there are still major differences between young people…
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Writing workshop for migrant women
“Who am I, who do I want to be, what are my roots, what are my dreams?” These are the…
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Information about the German school system
How does the school system in Germany work? This question is the focus of an information evening for parents with…
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Additional millions for integration courses
The Federal Ministry of Finance had earmarked around €763 million for integration courses in 2025. This was met with criticism.…
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Five days, five companies: Internship week for pupils
During the fall break and the two weeks leading up to it, schools and companies are once again offering an…
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More money for temporary workers next year
Temporary workers will receive more money starting next year. On January 1, 2026, wages will initially rise by 2.99 percent,…
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More and more foreign trainees
The number of new foreign trainees in Germany rose significantly by 17 percent in 2024. It almost doubled between 2014…
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Arabic books in Tübingen City Library
By Bernhard Kirschner Libraries can play an important role in helping refugees integrate. Tübingen City Library has a section dedicated…
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Digital German courses for foreign skilled workers
Foreign skilled workers can improve their language skills with new free German courses. The online courses are aimed at employees…
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300 euros per month for clever trainees
Trainees with good performance and commitment can apply for a scholarship. It amounts to 300 euros per month for three…
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Women find their way into the world of work
Migrant women can prepare for a career in a course at the Reutlingen Adult Education Center. The course starts on…
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Trainees: Origin counts more than grades
What many suspected has now been scientifically proven: „Origin beats performance” – this is how the University of Siegen summarizes…
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Improve your job prospects with an internship
If you want to get started in your career but still have to wait for your certificates to be recognized…