Beginner's German

These courses for beginners cover all aspects of German needed for basic communication routines and familiarize with the distinctive structures of the language.

You can choose between

• our Early Bird courses (two times per week, 8.15-9.45h)
• or the Evening Classes (two times per week, 18.15-19.45h)

during the complete semester. (Summer term: April through July, Winter term: October through February)

Classes are available for absolute beginners (A1.1), beginners with some previous knowledge (A1.2) and more advanced beginners (A2.1, A2.2, A2+).

We have both classes that take place digitally on Zoom and face-to-face-only classes: You will find a preview for the new program here in the next few days. 

Please note: successful course participation requires regular attendance (2x week) and additional preparation time. You should calculate about 6 hours for all together (course + homework). Please make sure that you really have enough available time! 

 Registration starting: Wednesday, September 18th through Monday, September 30, 2024. 

Two Steps to Registration:

Step 1 Take the placement test at your current level (A1 or A2) in max 60 minuntes and save the results sent back to you by email:

• Daf Kompakt Einstufungstest A1 or
• Daf Kompakt Einstufungstest A2

This test is obligatory for the Early Bird and Evening classes – unless you are a complete beginner. Don't be tempted to let others help you - to get a place in our courses that fits you, your test results should correspond to your actual level. Have the test results ready to include in the application form.

Step 2 Fill in the online application form. The link will be active from Sept. 18 - Sept. 30. 

Step 3 After we have reviewed applications, you will receive a message via email to let you know if we can offer you a place at your level, including detailed information for making your payment (80 € course fee for Master Students & 140,00 € for all others). Make your payment right to secure your place.

Step 4 After we have received your payment we will confirm your registration. Your teachers will contact you with details for your first meeting in class, shortly before classes begin on/after Tuesday, October 22.

Please note: If you withdraw from the course, we will retain a processing fee of 10 €. We do not refund the course fee after the start of the course (Oct. 22). 

 Registration period: starting in December 2024. The registration form will be available here on this page. Allocation of places will be on a first come, first served basis

4 Steps to Registration:

Step 1 Take the placement test at your current level (A1 or A2) in max 60 minuntes and save the results sent back to you by email:

• Daf Kompakt Einstufungstest A1 or
• Daf Kompakt Einstufungstest A2

The test is not necessary if you are a complete beginner. If you are currently participating in a class in the winter term and finish the class sucessfully with a grade 2 or higher, you do not need to take the test again, either. Otherwise, we ask you to do the test or meet us for a consultation. (More information will be given in the classes). 

Step 2 Fill in the online application form. The link will be available from December 13.  

Step 3 After we have reviewed applications, we will contact you via email  to let you know if we can offer you a place at your level, including detailed information for making your payment (80 € course fee). Make your payment right away to secure your place. 

Step 4 After we have received your payment we will confirm your registration. 

 Please note: We cannot refund the fee in the case of withdrawal and deregistration after the start of the course.