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No matter where you are in your learning journey, we have the right German course for you. All our German courses are available to book online immediately, so you can join conveniently from anywhere in the world.
Use our course overview to find the German course that best matches your level and goals. You can select your level and course format.
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Our German Course Levels for enrollment
Start from zero. Learn to introduce yourself, order food, and handle basic everyday situations.
🕒 12 weeks
👤👤 Max 10
Build on the basics. Talk about your background, daily routines, and simple plans with confidence.
🕒 12 weeks
👤👤 Max 10
Handle most travel and work situations. Express opinions and understand the main points of clear German.
🕒 12 weeks
👤👤 Max 10
Work and study comfortably in German. Discuss complex topics and interact fluently with native speakers.
🕒 12 weeks
👤👤 Max 10
Express yourself spontaneously. Understand demanding texts and use German effectively in professional settings.
🕒 12-16 weeks
👤👤 Max 10
Near-native level. Understand virtually everything and express yourself precisely in complex academic or professional situations.
🕒 12-16 weeks
👤👤 Max 10
Levels Explained
German language levels are measured using the CEFR, the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, a six level scale created by the Council of Europe to standardize how language ability is described across Europe and internationally. Every course on this page follows the same standard, so your progress is measured against a real, recognized benchmark, not an internal system unique to one school.
Basic User
A1 · A2
At A1 you can introduce yourself and handle simple, slow-paced exchanges. At A2 you can describe your background and daily routine, and manage everyday tasks like shopping or booking an appointment.
Independent User
B1 · B2
At B1 you can manage most everyday, work, and travel situations, and explain your opinions in simple connected sentences. At B2 you can hold a natural conversation with native speakers and argue a viewpoint with reasons and examples.
Proficient User
C1 · C2
At C1 you use German fluently and flexibly for social, academic, and professional life. At C2 you understand virtually everything and express fine shades of meaning, even in complex situations.
Study Time
Study time varies by learner, but general benchmarks for German proficiency levels exist. Reaching A1 typically takes around 60 to 150 hours of study. A2 usually takes another 150 to 260 hours on top of that. B1 generally requires 260 to 490 hours in total, and B2 typically takes 450 to 600 hours. C1 usually needs 600 to 750 hours, and C2 often requires 750 hours or more.
Our Fast-Track Intensive format is built to move you through a level efficiently, without cutting corners on speaking practice. Every level runs 12 weeks, with 72 lessons of 45 minutes each, in a group capped at a maximum of 10 students.
| Level | Typical Study Hours | Our Course Length | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| A1 | 60–150 hours | 12 weeks | €299 |
| A2 | 150–260 hours | 12 weeks | €299 |
| B1 | 260–490 hours | 12 weeks | €319 |
| B2 | 450–600 hours | 12 weeks | €319 |
| C1 | 600–750 hours | 12–16 weeks | €339 |
| C2 | 750+ hours | 12–16 weeks | €339 |
Choosing Your Level
The right level depends on your goal, not a general rule that applies to everyone. If you have ever wondered which of A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, or C2 actually matters for you, the answer depends entirely on what you are trying to do next.
For German citizenship, B1 is the legal requirement. As of October 30, 2025, the faster naturalization track that previously required C1 was abolished. The standard path is now five years of residence plus a B1 certificate, with no legal advantage to a higher level.
Is B2 considered fluent? Most people treat B2 as the practical point of fluency, since it allows you to hold a real conversation with a native speaker, follow the news, and manage most day to day and work situations. B2 is still officially classified as upper intermediate, so complex discussions and finer nuances can still be difficult at this stage. Both things are true at once — B2 is a genuinely strong, independent level, and it is not the same as native-level mastery.
For most jobs in Germany, employers typically expect B2. Some roles accept B1, particularly where English is also widely used in the workplace.
For university admission or regulated professions such as nursing, B2 is usually the minimum, with many programs and professional recognition processes expecting it specifically. If you are working toward a nursing pathway or Ausbildung placement, our Delhi and Kathmandu course pages cover these requirements in more detail for your specific situation.
A1 and A2 are a reasonable starting point, not a level to rush past. Most students move through them as the foundation for everything that follows, and understanding the levels early makes every later stage easier to plan for.
Every level explained above is available as its own Fast-Track Intensive course, live online, taught by native teachers, in groups of no more than 10 students. Choose your current level below to see the full course details, schedule options, and enrollment information.
B1 is the legal requirement for German citizenship. The three year fast-track option that previously required C1 was abolished on October 30, 2025, so the standard path is five years of residence plus a B1 certificate.
Most people consider B2 the practical point of fluency, able to hold a real conversation and manage daily situations without switching to English. It is officially an upper-intermediate level, so complex or nuanced discussions can still be difficult.
Most employers expect B2. Some roles accept B1, especially where English is also commonly used at work.
University admission and nursing qualification recognition typically expect B2 as a minimum, sometimes higher depending on the specific program or professional body.
A short placement test is the most reliable way, since it checks speaking, listening, reading, and writing separately. Your level can vary across these four skills, so a real test gives a more accurate picture than guessing based on how long ago you last studied.
A1 covers the absolute basics, greetings, introductions, and very simple exchanges. A2 builds on this, allowing you to describe your background, handle routine tasks like shopping or booking an appointment, and understand short everyday messages.
