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German Beginners 1

Level: A1

This German Beginners 1 online course introduces you to the lives of four young professionals living in Amsterdam. You encounter these characters in all sorts of everyday situations and learn sentences and expressions that you can put into practice right away. Things you will learn include how to introduce yourself, how to order a drink and how to buy groceries. This course is for absolute beginners: no prior knowledge of German is needed.

What is covered in the German Beginners 1 course?

  • The German alphabet
  • Spelling simple German words
  • Acquiring a basic German vocabulary
  • Correct pronunciation of the most important German sounds
  • Understanding and using simple, everyday German expressions and sentences
  • Introducing yourself and asking and answering questions in German

Course level
The German Beginners 1 course takes you to level A1 on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

Certificate
Upon completion of the German Beginners 1 course, you will receive a certificate that you can add to your LinkedIn profile.

Language settings
This course is available in the interface language Dutch, English and Spanish.

Sign up
You can start one of our language courses at any time.The time allotted for the course starts at the moment you purchase a course. You can buy a 3-, 6-, or 12-month package.

Online+Teacher
If you would like to practice your speaking skills some more, you can purchase 5 or 10 conversation lessons lasting one hour to supplement your German e-learning course. These private German lessons are given by experienced UvA Talen language teachers. At the beginners’ levels, the emphasis is on practicing pronunciation. You will learn how to pronounce simple sentences and have basic conversations, as well as practicing sounds and words. You can let us know what you want to focus on during the online private German lessons. Our teachers are there to help you learn in accordance with your wishes. For more information, check out Online+Teacher or get in touch with us.

Free trial!

Standard

3 months of online learning
175

Premium

6 months of online learning
225

6 months of online learning + 5 private lessons
625
6 months of online learning + 10 private lessons
1025

Excellent

12 months of online learning
275

12 months of online learning + 5 private lessons
675
12 months of online learning + 10 private lessons
1075