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Intensive German Course in Hamburg

Learn German in Hamburg – the gateway to the world! As one of Europe's largest port cities, Hamburg is an international hub for business and culture. The metropolis on the River Elbe is known for its legendary trendy districts and delights visitors with a unique blend of maritime flair and urban life. Internationally acclaimed musicals have found a home here and attract audiences from all over the world. Enjoy the cosmopolitan atmosphere of this northern German university city and experience Hanseatic hospitality!

  • Learn German and practise it locally
  • Rapid progression with intensive support
  • Get to know people from all over the world
  • Discover Hamburg, the region and Germany

People take a selfie in front of the Binnenalster in Hamburg. © Adobe Stock / powell83 © Adobe Stock / powell83

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Learn German quickly and effectively

The intensive German course generally runs from Monday to Friday and focusses on quick and lasting learning success! Intensive support and daily repetition of learning content accelerate your learning progress. With a maximum of 16 participants in a class, you are closely supported by one of our highly qualified tutors. You also have access to our well stocked media library for self-study.

In addition to the language classes, the intensive German course includes a diverse cultural and leisure programme. Discover Hamburg and its surrounds on exciting excursions and use your knowledge of German directly while getting to know German culture.
 

  • Duration
     3 weeks

  • Total scope
     75 lessons (45 min. each)

  • Participants
     max. 16 per class

  • Course location
     Goethe-Institut Hamburg

  • Price
     from EUR 1 149

What is included in the course fee?

  • Language level assessment
    Placement in a class with students of the same language level.
  • Course materials
    Up-to-date and high-quality learning materials are included in the course fee.
  • Cultural and leisure programme
    Dive into German life and culture with joint, organised activities during the day, in the evening or at the weekend!
  • Learning guidance
    Learning support service for your questions about the course and materials as well as individual advice on you path to learning German.
  • Access to the media library
    A large selection of exercise and exam practice materials, elementary reading materials and literature.
  • Online community Deutsch für dich
    Make use of interactive learning and exercise materials and network with other learners from all over the world!
  • Exam discount
    As a course participant you’ll receive a 20% discount on the exam fee.

Course Location Hamburg

View of the institute from outside. © Goethe-Institut / Andrea Küppers

The Goethe-Institut Hamburg is centrally located in an impressive building right next to the old town and is easily accessible from the nearby main railway station. With its historic warehouse district and Kontorhaus district, Hamburg's old town boasts two UNESCO World Heritage Sites. After class, you can enjoy your free time browsing the diverse shops or marvelling at the famous Alster fountain on Jungfernstieg, which shoots water up to 60 metres high.

Address
Goethe-Institut Hamburg
Hühnerposten 1
20097 Hamburg
Germany

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Our Learning Concept

Goethe-Institut stands for competent and efficient teaching of German as a Foreign Language. Quick learning results with highly qualified tutors, the latest teaching methods, intensive support and advice as well as a course level system that is internationally recognised and based on the common European framework for languages.

  • practically oriented

    From day one, you will learn exactly what you need for your daily routine, job and life in Germany and can try yourself out in a variety of scenarios.

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  • contemporary and authentic

    Practise with materials close to everyday life and gain a deeper insight into life in Germany. This makes it easier to arrive.

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  • innovative and flexible

    Experience tuition based on state of the art language learning research thanks to our collaboration with universities. The learning contents of different course formats are geared to each other and facilitate an individual learning pathway.

Our Teachers

Our teachers are adept learning companions solely focussed on:
You and your learning success. They rely on a variety of methods as well as dialogue and exchange. They impart teaching content in a communicative, motivational and interactive way. They discuss your learning objectives and progress with you and provide important tips as well as help, so you can independently practise and deepen your knowledge of German.

What makes for good teaching?
Good teachers!

  • qualified and experienced

    Our teachers are highly qualified: They speak German at native-speaker level. They hold a university degree and are competent in methodology and didactics for teaching German as a foreign language. They also have extensive teaching experience.

  • competent and result-oriented

    We train our teachers ourselves and set the standard for German tuition worldwide. Whatever the learning scenario, our highly qualified teachers provide you with professional support. So you can make tangible progress quickly and achieve your learning goals.

The Course System

With us, you can profit from a modular system of courses at levels A1 to C2. Courses are geared to each other and can be combined together. We’ll asses your suitable course level with a placement test before commencing the course.
These are the ideal prerequisites for flexible learning and a sustainable learning success.

Necessary Intensive Courses per Language Level

According to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
= 1 Intensive course, 75 hours each 75h A1 1 course 75h 75h A2 2 courses 75h 75h B1 2 courses 75h 75h 75h B2 3 courses 75h 75h C1 2 courses 75h 75h C2 2 courses 1 teaching unit (h) = 45 minutes Basic language use Independent language use Proficient language use
75h A1 1 course 75h 75h B1 2 courses 75h 75h C1 2 courses 75h 75h 75h B2 3 courses 75h 75h C2 2 courses 75h 75h A2 2 courses Basic language use Independent language use Proficient language use =1 Intensive course, 75 hours each 1 teaching unit (h) = 45 minutes
The number of lessons that are generally required to reach a certain level and take the relevant exam for the Goethe certificate is based on experience. Individual factors such as language learning experience and the other languages you speak or have learnt already play an important role in this. To achieve an optimum learning success, we will assess your level prior to the course.

Leisure Programme

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The cultural and leisure programme brings you into contact with the local population. This is a vital aspect which is why leisure is part of our programme. With Goethe-Institut, you and your fellow learners will get to know your new home together. Visit exciting cultural highlights or chat with your new friends.
 
City walk

Get to know Hamburg's neighbourhoods.

Welcome dinner

Meet new friends.

Museums

Discover current exhibitions.

Highlights

Harbour Tour

The best way to get to know Hamburg is from the water. After a boat trip in the harbour, a typical North German fish sandwich is a must.

Ships on the Elbe. The Elbphilharmonie concert hall can be seen in the background. © Colourbox © Colourbox

Elbphilharmonie Concert Hall

The striking glass façade of the Elbphilharmonie is a real eye-catcher. Large orchestras, moving piano music or rousing jazz – the unique acoustics of the concert hall ensure unforgettable musical experiences.

Exterior view of the Elbphilharmonie concert hall in Hamburg. © Colourbox © Colourbox

Excursions in the north

Picturesque coastal villages and lively harbour towns: Northern Germany delights visitors with a wealth of fantastic destinations such as Lübeck, Bremen and Schwerin.

The Holstentor in Lübeck on a sunny day. © Colourbox © Colourbox

Current Cultural and Leisure Programme

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