Sprachenzentrum der Universität Siegen

Come and join us on any (or all!) of the following dates for lunch and relaxed English conversation: 

29. July, 02. September, 24. September, 07. October

Emails & Phone Calls
Communicate with clarity and confidence in everyday workplace interactions. This module focuses on writing professional emails and handling phone or video calls effectively – including scheduling, chasing progress, and negotiating deadlines. You will practice structuring clear messages, choosing the right level of formality, and using polite, natural phrases for requests, follow-ups, and clarifications. Through realistic tasks, you will build the language and strategies needed for smooth communication at work.

Im Sprachcafé finden nicht nur gemeinsame Spiele, sondern auch Gespräche über Persönliches, Kultur oder Landeskunde statt, in denen das Sprachcafé-Team moderiert und unterstützt.

Alle Sprachen sind willkommen. Für DaF, Englisch, Französisch und Spanisch haben wir immer Sprachpartner*innen. Für andere Sprachen kommst du idealerweise mit deiner/m Tandempartner*in. Wenn du dich frühzeitig anmeldest, können wir ggf. auch eine/n Sprachpartner*in für die gewünschte Sprache finden.

Der Test der akademischen englischen Kommunikation

Der TOEFL iBT® Test ist der weltweit führende Englischtest für akademische Zwecke und wird von über 13.000 Universitäten und Institutionen in mehr als 160 Ländern anerkannt. Er bewertet deine Englischkenntnisse in realistischen Hochschulsituationen – ideal für Studium, Stipendien, Visaanträge oder berufliche Qualifikationen.

Das Sprachlerntandem geht im Wintersemester 2026/27 in eine neue Runde. Wir laden alle Angemeldeten zum Starttreffen ein.

Meetings: Arranging, Hosting, Participating
Learn how to plan, host, and contribute to effective meetings in today‘s hybrid workplace. This module covers arranging meetings, welcoming participants, leading discussions, and closing with clear outcomes – including team discussions on workload and capacity planning. You will practice useful phrases for agreeing and disagreeing politely, reframing ideas, and summarizing key points. Build confidence in managing online and in-person meetings while improving your professional English.

Negotiation & Problem Solving
Strengthen your ability to reach agreements and resolve conflicts at work. This module focuses on collaborative communication across departments, negotiating deadlines and workload, and handling complaints. You will practice persuasive and diplomatic language for proposing solutions, setting boundaries politely, agreeing or disagreeing tactfully, and negotiating compromises. Through realistic role-plays and scenarios, you will gain practical experience in resolving issues, building cooperation, and maintaining positive working relationships in English.

Writing for the Public / Website
Develop the practical writing skills needed to communicate clearly with a wider audience. This module covers producing short, public-facing texts such as FAQ entries, announcements, and out-of-office or auto-reply messages. You will practice structuring information clearly, choosing an appropriate tone, and writing concisely for readers who are skimming rather than reading closely. Short writing tasks are reviewed and discussed within the group, giving you practical, low-pressure feedback as you build confidence writing for a public audience.

Giving & Receiving Feedback
Learn the language to talk about flexible working, remote work, scheduled time off and wellbeing in professional contexts. This module helps you build vocabulary for workplace arrangements, practise diplomatic requests, and develop strategies for setting boundaries politely. You’ll also explore how to discuss sensitive topics such as stress and workload in a constructive way. By the end, you’ll feel more confident expressing your needs and preferences while maintaining professionalism.