Our course offerings for German as a foreign language

Course Content
This intensive course covers the German language proficiency levels A1, A2, and B1. Each level comprises 175 instructional units. The course provides foundational training in the German language, focusing on essential grammar and core vocabulary. Key language skills—speaking, listening, reading, and writing—are systematically developed throughout the program.

Target Group
This course is intended for international participants with no or very limited prior knowledge of German. It is particularly suitable for prospective international students who plan to apply for the Studienkolleg or the preparatory course (Propädeutikum) at TU Dresden and require a B1-level German language certificate.

Prerequisites
None

Course Materials
Spektrum Deutsch A1 – B1

Additional Information
The course includes a two-week break during both the winter and summer semesters. Entry into an ongoing course may be possible upon consultation and demonstration of prior knowledge.

Notes
The winter / summer semester includes 2 weeks of vacation. It is possible to join the current course by arrangement if you have the appropriate prior knowledge.

 

Course Content
This intensive course covers the German proficiency levels A2, B1, and B2.1. It provides a comprehensive and advanced foundation in the German language, expanding both grammar knowledge and essential vocabulary. Language skills such as speaking, listening, reading, and writing are further developed and improved.

Target Group
All international applicants with A1-level German proficiency. The course is especially suitable for international students who later wish to apply to the Studienkolleg or preparatory course (Propädeutikum) at TU Dresden and need a B1 German certificate.

Textbooks
Spektrum Deutsch A2 – B2.1

Notes
There is a 2-week break during the winter/summer semester. Entry into an ongoing course is possible by arrangement, provided the participant has relevant prior knowledge.

The course will begin once 10–12 participants have registered.

Course Content
Building on the consolidation of basic grammar and vocabulary, this course teaches intermediate-level grammar and expands vocabulary. Reading and listening comprehension, as well as speaking and writing skills, are further developed. In the C1.1 course module, exam preparation is included, tailored to the specific exam format the participants plan to take.

Target Group
All international applicants who have completed level B1. The course is particularly suitable for those who wish to prepare for a C1-level German language exam.

Requirements
Completed B1 level and a placement test

Textbooks
Erkundungen B2 and C1

Notes
There is a 2-week break during the winter/summer semester. Entry into an ongoing course is possible by arrangement, provided the participant has relevant prior knowledge.

The course will begin once 10–12 participants have registered.

Training content
In the elementary course German A1 a basic training in the German language takes place. Basic grammar and vocabulary are taught. Language skills such as speaking, listening, reading and writing are developed.

Target group
All international students with no knowledge of German.

Course book (included in the course fee)
Spektrum Deutsch A1 vom Schubert Verlag

 

Training content
The A2 Elementary German course provides structured language training, building upon basic German proficiency. Participants will enhance their grammar knowledge and expand their vocabulary while developing essential skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

Target group
This course is designed for international learners with prior German knowledge at the A1 level.

Precondtions
A valid A1 certificate is required for enrollment. If no certificate is available, a placement test will be administered to assess language proficiency.

Course book (included in the course fee)
Spektrum Deutsch A2 vom Schubert Verlag

Training content
In the intermediate level B1 course, building on the elementary level A2, the German language is deepened. Basic grammar and vocabulary are expanded along with reading and listening skills. You will also learn to communicate in everyday situations, orally and in writing.

At the end of the course you can take a B1 exam and receive a B1 certificate.

Target group
All international students with A2 level knowledge. This course is for all interested students who want to apply for the preparatory semester at the TU Dresden (Propädeutikum) or for the Studienkolleg TUDIAS with a B1 certificate.

Preconditions
Proof of an A2 certificate is required. If no A2 certificate is available, a placement test at level A2 will be conducted.

Training content
In the intermediate level B1 course, building on the elementary level A2, the German language is deepened. Basic grammar and vocabulary are expanded along with reading and listening skills. You will also learn to communicate in everyday situations, orally and in writing.

At the end of the course you can take a B1 exam and receive a B1 certificate.

Target group
All international students with A2 level knowledge. This course is for all interested students who want to apply for the preparatory semester at the TU Dresden (Propädeutikum) or for the Studienkolleg TUDIAS with a B1 certificate.

Preconditions
Proof of an A2 certificate is required. If no A2 certificate is available, a placement test at level A2 will be conducted.

Course content
Building on the consolidation of basic grammar and vocabulary, you will learn intermediate level grammar (beginning B2) and expand your vocabulary. You will practise your reading and listening comprehension as well as your speaking and writing skills.

Target group
All international students with previous knowledge of German at level B1. The course is particularly suitable for international applicants who wish to take the DSH, the TestDaF or the Feststellungsprüfung.

Preconditions
B1 completed. It is possible to join the current course by prior arrangement if you have the relevant previous knowledge.

 

Course Content
Building on the consolidation of grammar and vocabulary at the elementary level, the course teaches the key skills and language competencies of level B2. Reading and listening comprehension as well as speaking and writing skills are reinforced, and vocabulary is expanded for both everyday and professional or academic situations. The course concludes with an internal German B2 language exam.

Participants also have the opportunity to take the telc German B2 exam. The exam fee is €170, and separate registration is required.

Target Group
All international students who have completed level B1. The course is particularly suitable for international applicants who wish to apply to the Studienkolleg or preparatory course (Propädeutikum) at TU Dresden.

Requirements
B1 level with proof. If no language certificate is provided, a placement test will be administered.

 

Course Content
Building on the consolidation of intermediate-level grammar and vocabulary, this course teaches the key skills required for C1 level. It includes exam preparation for the test formats DSH, TestDaF, and telc C1 University.

Participants have the opportunity to take the telc German C1 University exam at the TUDIAS test center. The exam fee is €200, and separate registration is required.

Target Group
All international students who have completed B2 level. The course is especially suitable for international applicants who wish to apply to TU Dresden.

Requirements
B2 level with proof. If no language certificate is provided, a placement test will be administered.

Training goal
Understanding of reading and listening texts on familiar topics, normal conversations in private and professional life possible.

Training content
Conversation-oriented study of listening and reading texts, sentence structure, prepositions in fixed compounds, nominalizations, attributes.

Target group
All interested students with previous knowledge of level B1.

Prices & Conditions
Prices are valid for a minimum of 5 participants.

Training goal
Understanding of reading and listening texts on familiar topics, normal conversations in private and professional life possible.

Training content
Conversation-oriented study of listening and reading texts, sentence structure, prepositions in fixed compounds, nominalizations, attributes.

Target group
All interested students with previous knowledge of level B2.1.

Prices & Conditions
Prices are valid for a minimum of 5 participants.