General German courses

The language academy Alpha Aktiv specializes in German courses and it has much expertise in the field of intensive courses. We offer German courses at all levels of the Common European Framework (CEF), from beginners level A1 to the almost fluent level C2.

Intensive Language Instruction It is our aim to help you make the most progress in the shortest possible time. The courses are designed to equip course participants with the required communicative skills as well as the solid foundation in the structure of the German language.

This course features: 20 Lessons per week (4 lessons per day),1 lesson: 50 minutes, hours per week: 16 hours 40 minutes (20 clock hrs/wk in the usa), 15 students max. per class, course length: 1-50 weeks age 16+.

This course features: 30 Lessons per week (6 lessons per day), duration: 30 x 45 minutes, 12 students max. per class, elementary to high-intermediate levels, course length: 1–23 weeks, age 16+.

This course features: 10 lessons per week (2 lessons per day), duration: 10 x 45 minutes, 12 students max. per class, elementary to high-intermediate levels, course length: 1–50 weeks, conversational German/business German/exam preparation, age 16+.

The INTENSIVE course differs from the standard course because of its fast work pace and further investigation into subjects with a more communicative and relaxed approach with optional topics and conversation. The 5 additional lessons per week mainly focus on oral communication.

This course is designed for students who wish to combine a group course with private lessons in order to fill their knowledge gaps or acquire a deeper knowledge of some difficult points. Taking extra private lessons is an excellent way of intensifying oral communication exercises outside a group.

Premium 30 30 lessons per week Best suited to students who seek rapid progress of their German, this course option provides you an intensive approach with a specific focus on writing skills. The minimum duration for A1* absolute beginners is two weeks.

Our Standard 20 courses are an excellent choice if you want to improve your general linguistic communication skills and still have free time on your hands. Classes usually take place in the morning, so that you can make the most of your time off in the afternoon and take part in the activities that the school offers.

Intensive 25 25 lessons per week Using various dynamic teaching methods, this course offers an intensive and in-depth study of the German language with five additional weekly lessons dedicated to oral communication. The minimum duration for A1* absolute beginners is two weeks.

Our STANDARD course is an excellent choice if you want to improve your language skills and to have free time on your hands. Classes normally take place in the morning, which means that you can make the most of your time off in the afternoon to visit the city and take part in the activities or outings that the school offers.

With 30 lessons per week, the PREMIUM course is ideal for motivated students who want to dedicate themselves to studying. The 6th daily lesson is focused on writing skills and organised in a mini-group of a maximum of 7 participants.

This course is designed for students who wish to combine a group course with private lessons in order to fill their knowledge gaps or acquire a deeper knowledge of some difficult points. Taking extra private lessons is an excellent way of intensifying oral communication exercises outside a group.

The Facts - intensive German classes in our school in Berlin or online whereever you are - course times: 20 lessons Monday to Friday 10:00 to 13:30h (in school in Kleistraße 23-26 or hybrid) - levels A1 – C2 (CEF) - 4 to 15 students per group - all trainers are native speakers qualified to teach German as a foreign language - beginner classes start once every month from May 2024 on until September 2024 (on the first Monday) - start any Monday possible from May 2024 ...

If you have been in Germany for a long time, you usually already have some initial knowledge. It goes without saying that you do not attend a beginner's course in this case.