Berlin
History, reinvention and one of Europe's most dynamic cultural scenes.
Why Berlin?
No city in Europe has lived through more dramatic history in the twentieth century, and no city has reinvented itself more completely or more creatively in the decades since. Berlin today is a city of remarkable energy, extraordinary cultural depth and genuine openness that makes it one of the most stimulating environments for professional development anywhere in our network. For education professionals, Berlin is uniquely rich. The city's history of division and reunification, its engagement with difficult questions of memory and identity, its world-class museums and its thriving contemporary arts scene offer endless material for reflection and professional learning. Its diverse and internationally minded population makes it an ideal setting for courses on global citizenship, inclusion, intercultural learning and democratic values.
Berlin is a city that challenges you and rewards that challenge. Its scale, its history and its relentless creativity make every day here genuinely stimulating. Our participants consistently describe Berlin as one of the most intellectually and personally enriching destinations in our network.
Why Train in Berlin?
A City of Living History
No other city in our network offers such immediate and tangible engagement with the defining events of twentieth century European history. For courses on European values, democratic citizenship, cultural heritage and global awareness, Berlin is without equal.
A Global Centre for Arts and Culture
Berlin has one of the richest concentrations of museums, galleries, performance venues and cultural institutions of any city in the world. The Museum Island alone, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, houses five world-class museums within walking distance of each other.
A City of Inclusion and Diversity
Berlin is one of the most diverse and inclusive cities in Europe, with a long tradition of welcoming people from every background and culture. For courses on inclusion, diversity, intercultural communication and democratic values, it provides an outstanding real-world context.
Getting to Berlin
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) serves the city with direct flights from across Europe. Berlin is also connected by high-speed rail to Hamburg, Frankfurt, Munich and other major German cities, and by overnight trains to Vienna, Prague and Zurich.
Cultural Highlights
A selection of the experiences that make Berlin such a memorable destination for our participants.
The Brandenburg Gate and the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe
The Brandenburg Gate is the symbol of Berlin's reunification and of European unity. Nearby, the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe is one of the most powerful and moving memorial spaces in the world, an essential visit for any education professional.
Museum Island
Museum Island is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most extraordinary museum complexes in the world, housing the Pergamon Museum, the Altes Museum, the Neues Museum and more. It is among the most important cultural destinations in our entire network.
The East Side Gallery
The East Side Gallery is the longest remaining section of the Berlin Wall, now transformed into an open-air gallery featuring murals by artists from around the world. It is a powerful symbol of memory, freedom and artistic expression.
Prenzlauer Berg and the Neighbourhoods
Berlin's residential neighbourhoods, from the leafy streets of Prenzlauer Berg to the creative energy of Kreuzberg and Neukolln, offer a glimpse of everyday Berlin life that is warm, diverse and genuinely welcoming to visitors.
Courses Available in Berlin
All 32 of our school education professional development courses are available in Berlin. Browse the full catalogue to find the right course for your Erasmus+ project.
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