Quick access:

Go directly to content (Alt 1) Go directly to first-level navigation (Alt 2)
Claim Goethe Institut Claim Goethe Institut

Germany

German
Weekend Course

Would you like to learn German or improve your German language skills and do you live in Germany? In our German weekend courses at levels A1 to C2, you will practise German continuously over a period of several weeks.The lessons take place in compact sessions on Saturdays, and can be optimally combined with studies or work. 

  • Intensive learning on Saturday
  • Optimal compatibility with studies or work
  • Teaching materials included

At a glance

  • Duration of course: 12 weeks
  • Scope: 72 lessons (45 minutes each)
  • Procedure: Lessons lasting several hours on Saturdays in the institute's modern, well-equipped rooms on site
  • Max. number of participants: 16
  • Levels: A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2
  • Free-of-charge placement test before the course starts
  • Self-directed learning in the media resource centre
  • Participation certificate
  • Option to sit exams

How is a German Weekend Course structured?

  • First of all, you choose the German Weekend Course which is suitable for you and book the course at your desired location and for your preferred date.
  • After a free-of-charge placement test, which you can either take online or on-site, we will assign you to the level suited to you.
  • Our German Weekend Courses take place in compact sessions on saturday
  • A German Weekend Course comprises a total of 72 lessons (one lesson = 45 minutes), which are spread over 24 saturdays. 

How you benefit

Continuous language training over an extended period of time

Continuous language training over an extended period of time

Can be combined optimally with work or studies

Can be combined optimally with work or studies

Highly-qualified and motivated Goethe teachers

Highly-qualified and motivated Goethe teachers

What does a German Weekend Course involve?

Our German Weekend Course provides you with efficient and varied language training. You will practise reading, listening, writing and speaking skills, and pursue your language training with a motivated group of a maximum of 16 participants. Our experienced teachers provide continuous support to you during your learning process. In addition, our extensively equipped media libraries offer additional exercises for self-study, as well as a room for undisturbed self-study.

Language levels per weekend course

According to the Common European Framework of Reference for languages

According to the Common European Framework of Reference for languages Kursstufenmodell_Abend_d_EN = 1 Weekend course à 72h 72h A1 1 Weekend course 72h 72h A2 2 Weekend courses 72h 72h B1 2 Weekend courses 72h 72h 72h B2 3 Weekend courses 72h 72h C1 2 Weekend courses 72h 72h C2 2 Weekend courses One teaching unit (h) = 45 minutes Basic language use Independent language use Proficient language use

The number of lessons that are usually required to reach a certain level and take the corresponding Goethe certificate are based on experience. Individual aspects such as language learning experience and native language also play an important role. We will grade you before the start of the course in order to ensure optimal learning success.

FAQ - Frequently asked questions

We are happy to advise you +49 89 1222 3 1222 from Mon to Fri, 8am – 6pm: kundenservice-d@goethe.de
Top