German advanced: Literatur und Konversation
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- Start Date: 24 Sep 2025End Date: 03 Dec 2025Wed (Daytime): 10:30 - 12:00OnlineLocation: OnlineDuration: 6 sessions (over -11 weeks)Course Code: LG416Tutors: Friederike SchroederFull fee £149.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £97.00
- Start Date: 30 Apr 2025End Date: 25 Jun 2025This course has startedWed (Daytime): 10:30 - 12:00OnlineFull fee £99.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £64.00
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What is the course about?
To enable students to talk about literature, enlarge their vocabulary and enable them to understand and discuss complex topics. Please note that this class meets fortnightly. Before the first session please read at least the sample , Zauber der Stille - Florian Illies
https://issuu.com/boesner.deutschland/docs/lt-32184-zauber-der-stille-9783103972528-leseprobe.
What will we cover?
Literary excerpts (or an entire novel time permitting) and/or short stories and discussion of these.Students decide on the full programme in the first meeting. Suggestions are welcome.You will be required to do some reading between classes.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
Based on B2/C1 criteria, individual learning outcomes will be discussed at the beginning of the course.
You will be able
• to develop an understanding of extended speech even when it is not clearly structured
• to understand long and complex factual and literary texts, appreciating distinctions of style
•to express yourself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions; use language flexibly and effectively for social and professional purposes; formulate ideas and opinions with precision and relate your contribution to those of other speakers.
• to present clear, detailed descriptions of complex subjects integrating sub-themes, developing particular points and rounding off with an appropriate conclusion.
• to express yourself in clear, well-structured text, expressing points of view at some length.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
For students with a very good knowledge of German in all areas and a fairly wide range of vocabulary. Students' own contributions and suggestions are welcome. European framework B2/C1
For further details of the specific foreign language skills required for this level, please see the languages self-assessment chart at the start of the languages section of our course guide or on our website.
It is also essential that you have knowledge of more complex grammar terminology such as: the subjunctive, the conditional, the dative, the accusative, subordinate clauses and conjunctions.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
Our courses are characterised by spoken interaction and communication. Typical activities include pair work and group work. A range of resources will be used to support your learning including presentations, online links and audio-visual material.
Homework is highly recommended to consolidate learning.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Online Material will be published on Google Classroom provided by the tutor. Students may buy the book on our agreed reading list or just read the extracts online for free. The Goethe Institute Library also has free access to their online books.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Other advanced German courses. Limited places available.
Friederike, a native speaker of German, became interested in teaching when she moved to the UK. After a career change, Friederike undertook an MA in Education, and became a qualified teacher in post-compulsory education. As well as having managed language departments, Friederike is experienced in teaching adults from varying backgrounds and levels. Friederike says: “I have gained a greater understanding of my own language through the teaching of German to adults – finding new approaches to best share this knowledge is a continuing journey for me. It is so satisfying to see learners progressing and gaining more confidence, particularly in their speaking skills. Many students have turned their learning into a life passion!’’
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.