Technical Requirements

A PC, Laptop Headset with microphone. If you use the built-in speakers and microphone on your laptop, it might cause an echo for the other participants in the online classrooms. Internet Connection E-Mail address Operating System: Windows, macOS, Android, iOS Browser: latest version of Google Chrome (on any operating system) Additional Advice : For an optimal learning experience, we do not recommend tablets, iPads, Smartphones or other mobile equipment for this course, although it is possible to use them.

Can I change or cancel my course booking?

In case of cancellation, the following fees apply: a) Up to 4 weeks before beginning of course 10% of course fee, b) Up to 1 week before beginning of course 20% of course fee, c) Up to 1 day before beginning of course 30% of course fee, d) After course begins 100% of course fee. Students should consider their personal commitments and circumstances before enrolment, as we regret that no fees are refundable once the course has started. We reserve the right to cancel classes with fewer than 10 students up to 24 hours before a course is due to start. In this case we will give you a full refund of the course fee paid. No other costs except the course fee will be refunded.

Will I get a certificate at the end of my class?

All students who attend at least 70% of their classes, and (for courses with an online component) complete at least 70% of their assignments will receive a certificate of participation for their course. Also, we prepare and encourage you to sign up for one of our official Goethe-Zertifikat exams, which will provide you with an internationally-recognised certificate to prove your language abilities. Course participants will be able to take an exam for a discounted rate. » More Information on our Exams

Online Group Course

Learn German together - exciting exchange and individual learning

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Study whenever it suits you
Live sessions with your group and teacher
Modern online learning platform
Support from your teacher

Flexible learning with a group atmosphere

Our Online Group Course is for everyone who wants to learn German independently and without losing the feeling of being part of a group. Reading, writing, speaking and listening – you will practise all four skills. The course takes place on the learning platform of the Goethe-Institut and in a virtual classroom.

A1 - A2: 2 modules each
B1 - C1: 3 modules each

Price per module.

Level
A1.1 – C1.3
Start
January, April, June, September
Duration
9 weeks
Hours per week
5-7 hours of individual learning and 1 online live session (45 minutes) once a week
Total scope
54 teaching units
Participants
min. 10 - max. 18
Course location
Online
Access to learning platform
4 months
Price
ZAR 8.100

How the course works

Learning Platform
Learn everyday vocabulary and grammar through videos, images, audio, and text. Download key grammar and vocabulary summaries.

Support from your teacher
Get detailed feedback on writing and speaking. Contact your teacher anytime via forum or email.

Online Live Sessions
Meet your teacher and group every two weeks to practise speaking and applying what you’ve learned.

Upcoming courses

Test our courses

Take a closer look at what learning German with our online platform looks like. We have a range of demo versions for both beginners and advanced learners.

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Trial Chapter A1 Start Hallo, wie gehts?

Here you will learn the times of the day, how to greet someone in German and how to introduce yourself.
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Trial Chapter A1 Eating and drinking

Here you will learn words about food and drink and how to express quantities when out shopping.
Trial Chapter A2 At the restaurant

Here you will learn how to order in the restaurant, how to ask for the bill and how to tip.