Find your right level
Levels explained
What's your Level of German Knowledge?
It is important for me that you choose the right German course. I don't want you to be
overwhelmed by learning German, therefore I want the perfect course for you, which
fits your German skills exactly. I have created an overview that shows you what you are
learning, when and at what level.
Still not sure which German course suits you? Just send me an e-mail and I will help you
make the right choice. For me, your well-being is always my top priority. I will always
give you an objective and honest opinion about which German course would be best for
you.
What's Your Level?
A1
You'll learn how to understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases, introduce yourself and others and ask and answer questions about personal details such as where you live, etc. After A1, you'll be able to interact in a simple way if the other person talks slowly and clearly and is prepared to help.
Beginner
A2
Understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance. Communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters. Learn to describe in simple terms aspects of your background, immediate environment and matters in areas of immediate need.
Elementary
B1
Understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. Deal with most situations whilst travelling in an area where German is spoken. Learn to describe experiences and events, dreams, hopes & ambitions and briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans.
Intermediate
B2
Understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions. Interact with spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers possible. Also produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.
upper-intermediate
C1
Understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognise implicit meaning. Express youtself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. Use flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes. Produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects.