Online German Courses
In addition to the proven German courses at various course locations, the Humboldt Institute now also offers online German courses that allow students of different ages to learn German from home.
Here is an overview of the most important facts regarding the online German classes:
- Lessons are taught by experienced teachers from the Humboldt-Institut
- A proven curriculum and course material from the intensive courses
- All skills – speaking, writing, reading, listening and grammar – are also covered in the online course
- A powerful learning platform with virtual rooms for lessons and group work
- Different courses and/or timelines are available to choose from
This flexible program means that students who are currently unable to travel to Germany for a German course can access the high-quality course offers of the Humboldt-Institut from home.
The format of the courses supports a continuous learning process and teachers are available to answer questions from the students.
Under the two tabs “Online German Courses for Adults” and “Online German Courses for Teeangers” you will find all the important information about the available courses. Simply click on the arrow symbol.
Online German Courses for Teenagers
In July and August the Humboldt Institute offers online German classes for adolescents. With those classes also young learners can learn German from home. Here is an overview of the available courses and dates:
Online Summer Course 10 (ages 13-15)
| Number of lessons | 10 lessons of 45 minutes per week |
| Language levels | A1.2*, A2, B1 *equals approx. 100 lessons of German |
| Schedule | Monday – Friday: 9:00 – 10:30 CET or Monday – Friday: 11:00 – 12:30 CET or Monday – Friday: 16:00 – 17:30 CET |
| Starting dates | Monday, 06.07.2020 (2 or 4 weeks) Monday, 20.07.2020 (2 weeks) Monday, 03.08.2020 (2 or 4 weeks) Monday, 17.08.2020 (2 weeks) |
| Duration | 2 weeks or 4 weeks |
| Fee | 115.– € / week |
Online Summer Course 10 (ages 15-17)
| Number of lessons | 10 lessons of 45 minutes per week |
| Language levels | A1.2*, A2, B1, B2+** *equals approx. 100 lessons of German **for participants B2 and higher |
| Schedule | Monday – Friday: 9:00 – 10:30 CET or Monday – Friday: 11:00 – 12:30 CET or Monday – Friday: 16:00 – 17:30 CET |
| Starting dates | Monday, 06.07.2020 (2 or 4 weeks) Monday, 20.07.2020 (2 weeks) Monday, 03.08.2020 (2 or 4 weeks) Monday, 17.08.2020 (2 weeks) |
| Duration | 2 weeks or 4 weeks |
| Fee | 115.– € / week |
Course Information
The Online German Course 10 can be booked for 2 or 4 weeks. All courses end on August 28th, 2020 at the latest.
The course comprises 10 lessons per week, the course material and a certificate of participation. The courses take place with a minimum of 4 students per class. The maximum class size is 9 students. Please note that the courses are not suitable for total beginners.
Fifteen year old students can choose to take a course from the younger or the older group. The courses differ primarily in the vocabulary and the topics of the exercises, which are designed according to the students’ age.
Technical Requirements
The learning platform runs in your browser (e.g. Chrome, Firefox, Safari). A computer or laptop with headphones, microphone and camera is required. You can use the following link to check whether your computer is suitable for online courses: System check. The technical review is required to book one of the online German course.
Your German level will be determined by an online placement test. You will receive the link and further information after booking the course.
Enrollment
You may use our enrollment form to book one of the online German courses. Please select the entry “Online courses” under point 1 “Your school”. You can then choose between the different courses. After the booking request, you will receive a summary by email and a separate booking confirmation within one working day.
The registration period ends two weeks before the start of the course. Payment of the course fee is due before the start of the course.
In the days before the course starts, online meetings are offered for a technical check of your device and to get to know the learning platform. You will receive a separate message from our booking office. Participation in one of these meetings is mandatory, as no technical problems can be discussed during the courses.
Questions?
Our booking office at info@humboldt-institut.org will be happy to answer any questions you may have about the German courses at the Humboldt-Institut.
Online German Courses for Adults
The Humboldt-Institut now also offers online German courses that allow you to learn German from the comfort of your home. Here is an overview of the available courses including a short description of each course:
Online Intensive Course 30
| Number of lessons | 30 lessons of 45 minutes per week |
| Language levels | A1, A2, B1, B2, C1 |
| Schedule | Monday – Friday: 9:00 – 13:30 CET Monday: 14:30 – 15:15 CET Tuesday & Thursday: 14:30 – 16:00 CET |
| Starting dates | Monday, 29.06.2020 Monday, 06.07.2020 Monday, 13.07.2020 Monday, 20.07.2020 Monday, 27.07.2020 |
| Duration | 2 weeks or longer |
| Bank holidays (without lessons) |
May 1, June 1 |
| Fee | 305.– € / week |
Course Information
The online intensive course 30 mirrors the proven classroom-based Intensive Course 30 and enables course participants to make a quick learning progress in German.
From June 29, the online intensive courses 30 will be integrated into the classroom-based intensive courses 30 in so-called hybrid classes. The online participants can see both the teacher and classmates in the classroom in Berlin-Mitte and can thus continue to take part in the lessons from home.
Online Saturday Course
| Number of lessons | 5 lessons of 45 minutes every Saturday |
| Language levels | A1, A2, B1, B2, C1 |
| Schedule | Saturday: 9:30 – 14:00 CET |
| Starting dates | Saturday, 04.07.2020 Saturday, 11.07.2020 |
| Duration | 4 weeks or longer |
| Fee | 50.– € / week |
Course Information
The Online Saturday Course reflects the proven classroom-based Saturday Course and enables course participants to learn German on Saturdays.
As soon as the classroom based Saturday courses in Berlin-Mitte resume, participants can simply switch back from the online course to the face-to-face course.
Online Evening Course
| Number of lessons | 6 lessons of 45 minutes per week |
| Language levels | A1, A2, B1, B2, C1 |
| Schedule | Tuesday und Thursday: 18:00 – 20:30 CET |
| Starting dates | Tuesday, 30.06.2020 Tuesday, 07.07.2020 |
| Duration | 4 weeks or longer |
| Bank holidays (without lessons) |
May 21 |
| Fee | 60.– € / week |
Course Information
The Online Evening Course reflects the proven classroom-based Evening Course and enables course participants to learn German on two evenings every Tuesday and Thursday.
As soon as the classroom based evening courses in Berlin-Mitte resume, participants can simply switch back from the online course to the face-to-face course.
Online One-to-one Course
General Information
The online courses comprise the respective number of lessons, the course material and a certificate of participation.
The minimum age to attend the courses is 18 years. The courses take place with a minimum of 4 students per class. The maximum class size is 9 students.
A trial day can be arranged upon request.
Technical Requirements
The learning platform runs in your browser browser (e.g. Chrome, Firefox, Safari). A computer or laptop with headphones, microphone and camera is required. You can use the following link to check whether your computer is suitable for online courses: System check. The technical review is required to book one of the online German course.
Your German level will be determined by an online placement test. You will receive the link and further information after booking the course.
Enrollment
You may use our enrollment form to book one of the online German courses. Please select the entry “Online courses 18+ years” under point 1 “Your school”. You can then choose between “Online Intensive Course 30”, “Online Evening Course” and “Online Saturday Course“. After the booking request, you will receive a summary by email and a separate booking confirmation within one working day.
A technical check is offered for new students before the start of the course to check your device for compatibility and to get to know the learning platform. You will receive a separate message from our booking office. Participation in this check is mandatory as no technical problems can be discussed during the courses.
For all courses, payment of the course fee is due before the start of the course.
Questions?
Our booking office at info@humboldt-institut.org will be happy to answer any questions you may have about the German courses at the Humboldt-Institut.
Your contact
For all questions concerning our course offerings or for booking a German course our staff at the booking office will gladly assist you
Humboldt-Institut e.V.
Phone +49 7522 9880
info@humboldt-institut.org
We can be reached Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm CET.