What you'll learn
Learn to speak German with our German language short courses online & in Sydney!
“Aller Anfang ist schwer.” – a German saying meaning "the first step is always the hardest."
Thinking of learning the German language? Then, this saying is relevant to you! Start learning German with us and get the assistance and structure you need to enjoy the journey, learning German successfully and with ease.
Once you start, you will notice that German is a very descriptive language with shared roots to many English words.
Learning German has countless benefits, from increasing your career prospects to broadening your mind, getting ready for travel or being able to communicate with German friends or family. The opportunities are endless!
Whatever your motivation to learn this language, this beginners German course will teach you how to communicate in German with simple vocabulary and basic sentences, setting you up with a solid foundation in German.
Looking for something more advanced? Check out our Learn German: Level 2 Course.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this German for beginners course, you should be able to:
- introduce yourself and others in German
- understand and use everyday words and basic phrases
- understand the concept of formality and informality
- ask and answer questions about personal details such as where you live, people you know and things you have
- ask for and give basic directions
- order and pay in a café or restaurant
- say the months, numbers, dates and times and make appointments
- name different countries, nationalities and locations
- use simple sentences based on your understanding of grammar fundamentals
What will be covered in this German for beginners course?
Topics
- Greetings and introducing oneself
- Formality/informality
- Countries and nationalities
- Personal information
- Locations and directions
- Ask and respond to simple questions
- Numbers and alphabet
Grammar
- Simple sentence structure
- Present tense
- Gender (masculine, feminine, neutral) and Number (singular, plural)
Who is this German for beginners course for?
- Beginners with no previous learning in German
Course venue
Online via Zoom
- Zoom details will be emailed to you with your enrolment confirmation.
- Requirement: A device and stable internet connection.
Textbook
Please purchase the course textbook – which is used for Learn German: Beginners Course and Learn German: Level 2 Course.
Willkommen! 1 German Beginners Coursebook (Third edition)
ISBN: 9781473672659
You can purchase the textbook from Abbey's Bookshop (131 York St, Sydney NSW 2000).
We recommend purchasing your textbook after your course has been confirmed (usually within three working days of the proposed start).
The textbook is not included in the enrolment fee. If you would like to inquire about the current price, please call Abbey's Bookshop on 02 9264 3111.
What to bring to class
- Textbook
- Notebook and pen
Additional information
- Enrol now in our Learn German: Beginners Course and Learn German: Level 2 Course, and save 10%. Use our promotion code "GROUP10" at the checkout. Please visit our discounts page for more information.
Course testimonials
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Monika said: The structure of the class, knowledgeable teacher, good rhythm and progress in each lecture, lots of repetition, games and fun.
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Harry said: Zoom convenience
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Margaret said: Met some really nice people, and Valeria was a great teacher. She made things easy to understand and, given she has lived in Germany, she was able to provide practical insight into how the language is spoken by native speakers.
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Cathy said: Really great experience. Our tutor was very knowledgeable and had answers to all of our questions. I've thoroughly enjoyed the course and hope i get to study again with Valeria in a later semester.
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Rowena said: Our instructor was very encouraging and created an interactive environment. Area that can help a new learner like me who has no previous knowledge in German is the selection of a textbook with accompanying audio to help consolidating the learning after class. While the book has separate CDs on sale, it is an additional cost and becomes quite a lot of investment for a new starter.
Great reasons to enrol in a short course with us
Small classes
A personal approach means quality learning, so you can enjoy plenty of interaction with your instructor and the chance to ask questions.
Short & sweet
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Enrol online 24/7 with a safe, convenient 3-step process, and you can change your mind up to 7 days before class starts.
Quality instructors
Our educators bring first-hand experience and knowledge, with up-to-the-minute practices from diverse industries.
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