Our German lessons will help you speak like a native in no time. Our immersive language learning technique allows you to begin using the language from your very first lesson with a native-fluent German instructor. During our classes, you get immediate feedback and learn both about the language and its cultural aspects.
In-person German classes
Berlitz offers courses to learn German in-person at our language centers and various coworking spaces across France. Find out if there is a Berlitz language center location near you to explore in-person class options.
Online German classes
With Berlitz's online German classes, you will learn German with a Berlitz-certified native-fluent instructor in a live online environment. During the classes, you will be speaking German the entire time as part of the immersive Berlitz Method. You'll get immediate feedback, allowing you to learn at a much faster pace.
We have German lessons for everyone
Our courses are available for everyone who wants to learn German irrespective of their age, goals or learning style.
German courses for kids and teens | Language courses for adults | Language courses for businesses | |
Target group | teens between 12 and 17 years old | all adults | business professionals, available upon request |
Levels | for all levels | for all levels | for all levels |
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German lessons available for all levels
Are you just starting on your language-learning journey? Or do you already know some German and want to improve your skills further? With us, you will find the perfect courses to learn German.
Beginner German courses | Intermediate German courses | Advanced and professional German courses | |
Description | Our beginner courses equip you with the essential communication skills for everyday situations, laying the foundation for fluency. | Our intermediate classes focus on conversational fluency, allowing you to navigate social interactions with confidence. | With our advanced and professional courses, you will master your German skills and will be able to communicate using proper vocabulary in everyday, academic or professional environments. |
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How you’ll learn with our German lessons
Step 1
Simply book German classes through your online student portal or directly at the learning center.
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At the beginning of each German lesson, your instructor will outline the goals for the session, so you know exactly what you’re aiming at.
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You will learn with our proven Berlitz Method. This means your instructor will deliver your classes in your target language to equip you with real-life conversational skills.
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Every German lesson follows the present, practice, and perform structure. Your instructor first presents new learning content, after which you learn through guided and general practice, ending the lesson with a performance of what you have learned.
Why learn German?
Popular through the business and cultural capitals of Europe, the German language is spoken by over 120 million people worldwide. If you’re interested in a career in the sciences, German is the second most widely used scientific language, and it is also an important language in the academic world. In fact, German universities are consistently ranked the most in demand for international students, offering world-class educational and career opportunities for students and alumni, which makes Germany a perfect candidate for study-related travel.
German test preparation and German language certifications
We offer preparation courses for multiple internationally recognized tests for the German language. These language tests can also be taken directly on-site at one of our language centers in France.
Description | Preparation course | Testing | |
Bright | Bright is a standardized test widely accepted by universities and institutions around the world for those looking to study or work in German-speaking countries. | ✓ | ✓ |
CLOE | The CLOE test evaluates your language skills in a professional context and is valued by employers seeking candidates with strong communication skills. | ✓ | ✓ |
LILATE | Through role-playing exercises with a native speaker, the LILATE videoconference language test evaluates your communication skills in real-world business scenarios. | ✓ | ✓ |
LEVELTEL | LEVELTEL is a certification that assesses the ability to interact in a second language in professional and para-professional contexts. It defines the level of performance in the 5 skills based on the CEFR grid: reading comprehension, listening comprehension, continuous writing expression, speaking expression, and oral interaction. | ✓ | ✓ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
You can decide which German course suits you the best based on your goals and preferences. Berlitz France offers German lessons for all ages and learning styles:
- Face-to-face private classes are a preferred choice for students who are looking for the undivided attention of their instructor to improve their skills.
- Online group courses are best for people who prefer learning in a social environment and want to cut time on commuting.
- Online private classes are a good choice if you want a personalized learning journey in an online setting.
- Intensive courses are the best fit for those who want to improve their skills at an even faster pace.
- With business language courses, corporate employees can master the business language of their field. The course is available upon request.
- German courses for kids and teens offer young learners a combination of fun and effective learning. The course is available upon request.
At Berlitz France, we offer courses to learn German with in different locations:
- In person at one of our language centers in France:
- Contact us for courses in other cities where we don't have a physical language center.
- For more flexibility, you can choose online German language classes as well, or learn with our online self-study courses.
Before you start learning German with Berlitz France, one of our instructors will conduct an oral evaluation with you to ensure we provide you with the most suitable course. You can also take our online placement test to assess your current language level. After completing the oral test, our expert team will recommend a course that is adapted to your level. We offer beginner German courses as well as classes for intermediate and advanced students.
If you want to learn to speak German, it is important to speak the language actively. Your progress can be supported with a number of learning techniques that help you improve your skills naturally:
- watching TV shows
- listening to music
- reading books in German
You can also enroll for language learning with Berlitz France:
- Choose whether you want to learn in a group or take a private language course.
- Contact us to determine your current language level with a language test. You can also complete our online placement test to get an estimate of your level.
- Sign up for a course of your preference.
- Study with a native-fluent instructor and start speaking German from your very first class.
- Receive feedback and progress reports from your teacher.
- Reach your language learning goals quickly and effectively.
Our experienced native-fluent instructors will always give you feedback after the classes to help you improve your language skills and reach fluency in German.
You can learn German fast by taking an intensive German course with Berlitz. To see results quickly:
- Join Berlitz's German immersion program.
- Choose the intensity of your classes and how many hours you want to spend on studying.
- Focus on actively speaking German with your instructors.
- Practice German during lunch with your instructor in an informal setting.
- Have real-life conversations.
- Personalize your lessons to your needs.
- Improve your language skills by 1 Berlitz level in a matter of a week.
You can learn to speak German by practicing your language skills in various conversations. You will do so with our German courses, where we use the Berlitz Method. Our renowned teaching method focuses on actively speaking German and practicing real-life situations. You will practice spoken German during your lessons, irrespective of the class format.
With our German course, you will:
- Understand and use relevant language in different social situations.
- Improve your communication skills by actively speaking German.
- Learn to navigate in both familiar and new environments.
- Develop your confidence in using German in everyday conversations.