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German 4/5

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Vertiefen Sie Ihre Deutschkenntnisse durch eine vielseitige Auswahl an aktuellen Materialien, Texten, Videos und Hörverständnissen. In diesem Kurs können Sie auch Ihre Diskussionfähigkeit, Ihre Grammatik und Ihren Wortschatz erweitern. European Framework B2- C1.1.

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Learning modes and locations may be different depending on the course start date. Please check the location of your chosen course and read our guide to learning modes and locations to help you choose the right course for you.

  • Start Date: 22 Sep 2025
    End Date: 01 Dec 2025
    Mon (Daytime): 12:10 - 13:40
    Online
    Location: Online
    Duration: 11 sessions (over 11 weeks)
    Course Code: LG413
    Tutors:  Barbara Pöllet
    Full fee £239.00 Senior fee £191.00 Concession £155.00
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  • Start Date: 23 Sep 2025
    End Date: 02 Dec 2025
    Tue (Evening): 18:00 - 19:30
    In Person
    Location: Keeley Street
    Duration: 11 sessions (over 11 weeks)
    Course Code: LG412
    Full fee £239.00 Senior fee £239.00 Concession £155.00
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  • Start Date: 19 Jan 2026
    End Date: 23 Mar 2026
    Mon (Daytime): 12:10 - 13:40
    Online
    Location: Online
    Duration: 10 sessions (over 10 weeks)
    Course Code: LG423
    Tutors:  Barbara Pöllet
    Full fee £239.00 Senior fee £191.00 Concession £155.00
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  • Start Date: 20 Jan 2026
    End Date: 24 Mar 2026
    Tue (Evening): 18:00 - 19:30
    In Person
    Location: Keeley Street
    Duration: 10 sessions (over 10 weeks)
    Course Code: LG422
    Full fee £239.00 Senior fee £239.00 Concession £155.00
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Full fee £239.00 Senior fee £191.00 Concession £155.00

What is the course about?

Learn German in the heart of London. To enable students to discuss and learn about a variety of topics, to practise the four skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing and to revise grammar. You will read about, listen to and discuss everyday topics, which will enable you to speak more fluently in German as well as being well-informed about life in German-speaking countries. This is an advanced German course.

What will we cover?

Advanced grammar to facilitate communication; German culture (films and radio reports); current affairs.
There might be the option of reading a novel at home.

What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...

-use more complex sentence structures (word order, connectors, Infinitive + zu, etc.)

-gain more confidence using different tenses (past tenses, passive, conjunctive II)

-understand the gist of German radio and tv reports

-discuss current affairs and cultural aspects with improved fluency.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

Students should have studied German for at least four years, have a rusty A-level, or an equivalent knowledge of the language. The level within the European framework is B2- C1.1.
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, group work, role plays and games. A range of resources will be used to support your learning including presentations, hand-outs, and audio-visual material.
Homework is highly recommended to consolidate learning.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

All materials provided by the tutor.

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

German 4/5 and German 5 courses. You might also be interested in one of our specialist courses: German for art lovers, German for opera lovers or German for history lovers. 

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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.