Who can participate in the Young Goethe Scheme?

Anyone studying German from A-Levels/Advanced Highers onwards at a school or university in the UK. Teaching experience is not required. You should enjoy talking about everyday life in Germany or German politics, culture, and history.

What type of activities might I be invited to do?

Young Goethe Ambassadors might be invited to: Give a presentation to a group of younger students about your experiences of learning German Talk about what it is like to study German at GCSE / National Fives, A-Level / Highers and university Offer Q&A sessions about the benefits of learning German Do a motivating quiz about learning German with a group of students

Do I have to organise the visit all by myself?

A member of Goethe-Institut staff will assist you in arranging a school visit. The structure of the session is open-ended. On the application form you can specify which topics and formats you are especially interested in.

How many times will I visit a school?

You can participate in the programme as often as you like.

Where can I find material for my school visit?

If you need extra material such as music CDs, German newspapers or goodies and prizes or examples of previous presentations, contact your nearest Goethe-Institut.

Who can I consult with?

Contact us with all your questions. The Goethe-Institut also offers an introductory workshop.

Go to the registration form for students on this page. Complete it and send it online. We’ll be in touch if we can take your application further.

What happens afterwards?

We would love to get feedback from you and so we would appreciate your sending us a completed feedback form after your visit. Upon completion of the programme participants will receive a volunteer certificate.

Become a Young Goethe Ambassador

Are you studying German at university or for your A-Level / Highers / Advanced Highers? Would you like to share your passion for the language with younger learners and inspire them to continue their own German journey? Would you like to work together with the Goethe-Institute London or Goethe-Institut Glasgow? Then why not join our Young Goethe Scheme?

Young Goethe Ambassadors are student role models who promote the benefits of learning German to young people and encourage younger students to learn and choose German as an option at GCSE / National Fives, A-Level / Highers and beyond. If you would love to share your own experiences of learning German, how you overcame any challenges and talk about any Goethe-Institut projects and activities your have been involved in, then sign up to become a Young Goethe Ambassador below!

We offer:

Travel fees for school visits
A volunteer certificate
Training workshops and support will be offered to all Young Goethe Ambassadors

Curious? Contact us, and we'll provide you with further information or apply below:

Application Form