German 4/5: Fokus Sprechen
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.
Learn German in the heart of London. Come and improve your speaking in this advanced German course. Suitable if you have studied the language for five years (1.5 hours per week) or 3 years (3 hours per week). European Framework B2.
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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 2025End Date: 01 Dec 2025Mon (Daytime): 10:30 - 12:00In PersonLocation: Keeley StreetDuration: 11 sessions (over -11 weeks)Course Code: LG415Tutors: Tim MatschakFull fee £239.00 Senior fee £191.00 Concession £155.00
- Start Date: 28 Apr 2025End Date: 07 Jul 2025This course has startedMon (Daytime): 10:30 - 12:00In PersonFull fee £199.00 Senior fee £159.00 Concession £129.00
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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?
A range of different topics will be discussed at this advanced level. The focus is on developing more fluent speaking . Grammar will be consolidated but always embedded in conversation.
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?
The course is based on the communicative approach:
- active students’ interaction
- emphasis on speaking and listening skills
- pair and group work
- role plays
- use of realia, pictures and authentic material
- use of audio-visual techniques when appropriate
Please note, students are expected to participate in oral classroom activities and to do some homework as and when required.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Based on tutor's own materials.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Other 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.
Tim is a bi-lingual native of Nuremberg - or Nürnberg - Germany. After a varied career in higher education he left management to pursue his interest in languages and become a teacher of German and English. He also has an academic background in botany, biology and science communication. Outside work he speaks Spanish, goes to tap dancing classes, loves crosswords, debates, art, cooking, learning, reading novels in English, German and Spanish, and people! You might find him dancing at an open air concert, hiking in the mountains, jogging in the rain, teaching German to a lawyer or a group of 15. In his teaching his focus is always on the people in front of him and making their learning as enjoyable and productive as possible. He loves languages because they help people live life to the fullest.
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.